I've been waiting to comment on Lester and his videos for a while but my phone wouldn't allow me up till now .I have partnered Lester most Wednesday's and Saturday for whole time he has been doing his blogs and featured in three of them ! He's a great guy and great fun to play with and his golf is so close to perfect , just having yips occasionally . Lester keep it up and perfection is just around the corner . N a personal note I'd like to thank all the subscribers that have commented on the blogs I've been in , they've been fun to do even if my camera work needs a lot of work 😂😂 Gareth.
Proper golf. Good to watch. I think all of us watching are more impressed with your performance than you yourself are! It’s a game of small margins. You are hitting many good shots, keep going. I am really enjoying your journey.
Really interesting and entertaining vlog - I wouldn't worry about the armlock putting, use whatever works best is always the answer! You are definitely swinging well, so get the short game practice built up as the weather improves and you'll be heading to scratch soon enough. Golf is never easy and needs constant attention, but you are going int the right direction and we're enjoying the journey. Keep up the great work.
Two things Lester. Watch the video and look at your putting alignment vs face path. Your feet, hips and shoulders are set up well left and then you're "pushing" the face more right. That's an easy fix. The second thing is putter head weight. More often than not when a player tells me they sense the head getting loose during the stroke it's a head weight feel issue. I'd suggest adding some lead tape and seeing if that stabilizes the head feel. That Sub 70 head is 430g which might seem heavy enough but the lead weight will let you know if the weight is an issue for you. Cheers!
Bernie, I cured the problem of not getting the putter to stay on line, simply by gripping the putter really tightly. This eliminates a "wristy" action, and makes you putt with your shoulders
@@berniebarnesgolfCam Smith advocates a firmer grip which should be good enough advice for everyone. I actually use a firmer left hand grip which helps me avoid pulling my putts. Anyway forget the process and rely on your instincts as you have good enough hand eye coordination to putt well.
Dig deep keep positive 👍👍👍 need a confidence boost that's all, 😊 maybe go for a putter fitter with arm lock grip so you get a putter that you feel confident with and you know your aiming it where you want to start the ball
Think your being a little hard on yourself, what your aiming for is going to take time and path you will get there , learning from the good and certainly the bad rounds keep your head high were all behind you.
Hi Bernie - have you ever thought of going back to the putter that you had with the hybrid shaft ? I always thought that you putted quite well with that. Love the vlogs that you are Dan do - keep up the good work.
Lester mate , golf is an evolving nightmare !! Tou love it i love it , but it is so frustrating !! Good some days shit other days !! It will defo come good !! Crack on mate ❤
Good honest video Lester. Nothing wrong with your long game. Not sure about the change of putter though. Looking like you are still getting used to the weight of the putter. Let be honest though, putting on greens this time of year is never easy, especially if you are short of confidence when putting.
Thanks for watching Darren. Honestly I wish I had filmed the previous couple of times I had played so everyone could see my putting 😂 that was miles better!
Bernie, try the LAB putters, would make a great video you going for a fitting. I putt well but am fascinated by the concept, next time i go north i’m having a fitting for a mez max. If you putt well it gives you confidence throughout the rest of the game
I have done a little research on those putters mate, they are a bit pricey. I may have to sell a scotty or two from the collection 😂 I’ll look into it though.
Bernie, I know what it's like to be fixated with the back stroke with putter. I tend to wave the putter around in the back stroke, sometimes inside, sometimes outside. Finally, it dawned on me that, since face angle is the main factor in getting a putt started on line, my errant back stroke wasn't the main reason I was missing putts. Now, I pay little attention to my back stroke and that has helped my putting a lot. Basically, I got out of my own way. I hope this helps. Cheers!
I never use to take much notice of the backswing like you Howie! It’s strange how it’s suddenly become an issue! I’m sure with a bit of practice on a decent putting surface I’ll be able to put it right.
G’Day Lester, we all have the putting woes, my mates said “ I’d be a great player if I could putt “ so I embarked on a plan to improve my putting, both technically & mentally. Here’s my “ go to “ under pressure, when I line up my putter to the ball, I find a spot 3 inches in front of the ball & stare at the spot as if my life depended on it & roll the ball over that spot. After that the Golfing gods will do their thing. Great for any length of putt. I’ve never missed a four footer ever. All Good Mate.
I like that idea! Thanks for sharing! I’ll try that next time I play. Like the fact it takes the focus away from the hole and may free up the strike a little!
I agree with comments re early season greens they are inconsistent for speed and maybe makes putting 15% more difficult . One technique for forgetting the past bad shots is literally to mark off on your scorecard every 3 holes . That way the idea is you play the course in 6 blocks of 3 holes , and start again after every 3 . Not easy though the mind can come up with unhelpful thoughts very easily ! My thoughts - lots of practice putting on good surfaces ! Good luck with the quest!
With the mindset thing. I do it in 3 hole blocks. Take 2 banana with u every 3 holes u have a 1/4 banana and a big gulp of water. It keeps ur energy high and helps me concentrate
Appreciate your honesty when talking about the mental game. It’s so hard sometimes to let things go. I’m way better now in my 40’s because I just play with friends for fun and I try to not even think about my score until the round is over. Sorry to see the putter remains a struggle. Has Coach Jamesy ever watched some of these videos to see how you putt on course vs in the studio? Remember progress is never linear, always ups and downs. You know what you need to do, now it’s just go out and do it. Golf is hard, but also has to be fun!
This is really good. Don't think it's too negative, you're just showing the realities of the challenge. Everyone's got to put in the hard work, things don't come just because people want them to. Hope you get back to scratch!
Do wish you the best with your destination scratch. Nice to see a bit of a reality check. Most people would like to brush it off with your normal excuses. But it seems you got some real determination Bernie. Don't forget that. Looking forward to watching more.
Winter is for most of us a tough time Bernie , as you said more dedicated practice required and then come spring the conditions will favour better scoring . Stay positive.
Great to see your brutal honesty in the run down of the game, I can sympathise with your putting woes, you describe my problems exactly!! Keep up the good work I’m sure it will come good 👍🏻
Alright Captain Nudger, there is no failure here, this is positive because you are finding motivation. Parkland courses after 4 months of rain have greens surfaces like fairways, so give yourself a pass on putting. However, grab an old heel shafted traditional putter like Ben Crenshaw used to use, great for training stroke and strike. Short game practice is a great idea, even in crap weather we can practice for hours. Sunshine on the way Lester
I had a lesson from James in Torquay . Watching you and listening to James, you are a good golfer. Keep practising and take positives from the bad days. You will get there . Just set goals to manage mentally, and they will come. Keep going. Hopefully, you can teach me in France in October, 😊
Yeah I’m using the vlog as motivation to improve Richard! I really enjoyed the lesson with Jamesy, it’s the demons in my head that’s the issue 😂 looking forward to France too!
@@berniebarnesgolf good. Let it generate interest. This channel is about golf and you. You’re not selling a dream. It’s real life and golf is tough as! You spend plenty of time giggling away, so this brings balance!! I’ve told you before, get yourself up to Moortown and watch me - that will make you laugh!!
Bernie it was wet and cold and you did really well in those conditions. Our short game can't be much good as we are unable to practise in one of the wettest winters on record and that isn't an excuse its a fact so don't be down on yourself. Why do pros go to the sunnier climates in the winter ? I reckon when the better weather comes you will be off scratch.Liked the analysis of your game as you played your round as very helpful to use lesser mortals. Just remember Henry Ford said 99% of the people who said they were going to be unsuccessful were successful at being unsuccessful. It will be tough but you will get there and we are enjoying the journey so keep it up
Really enjoyed the vlog Lester, keep plugging away mate, try not to be too hard on yourself, Winter conditions never help. I shot 78 , first qualifier of the year, 8 over off a handicap of 3, up to 2.9 Convinced you'll bounce back, start following Dan Grieve at Woburn, he's mustard regarding short game. Mate, you don't do negative, keep smiling, golf is important but try and remember it's not life and death. Great content as always!! Sort those tees out before May 😉😉
Good to watch Bernie. You’ve clearly identified where your weaknesses are and you’re honest about what you need to do going forward. Sad to see the armlock putter back, but whatever gets the ball in the hole eh? Keep it going, I have faith in you!
@@berniebarnesgolf you stick with it if that’s what’s needed. You’re doing more than 99% of us golfers just by sticking your neck out with the destination scratch series. Most of us wouldn’t even tell our mates that was our serious target, let alone stick video of our efforts on UA-cam! Good on ya.
I feel your pain Bernie. We also had a non qualifying event which I shot 5 over but given course conditions and the weather, freezing cold and the ball not travelling anywhere I’m happy with it. The putting woes are more down to the greens than your stroke. When your hitting putts not stroking them it’s harder to get the line right. Treat these rounds as practice for when the weather and conditions improve. The range though not ideal is great for practicing chipping as your concentrating on technique which will translate onto the course. Keep up the good work
Cheers Andrew! I’m using this round as motivation and I’m glad I’ve shared it all with you all. Think it’s important to share the good, the bad and the ugly side of golf.
It was so good to meet you last week down at Perranporth, enjoyed the vlogs you two put out and the kind words regarding our course. as for you and your progress, please find that confidence missing in your short game, find a way and stick with it, you obviously can play, best wishes to you in your quest
I find working on the short game brings much better returns on time invested than any other area of the game. Being able to get up and down when you have just missed the green can save a round. Good luck with it. Oh and the more you practice the luckier you get!
I am not sure if was ever going to be easy. I personally find it difficult to have a positive mind in winter and it’s raining. I try to practice once a week but due to the weather that has gone by the board. I don’t like to hit off mats as it gives my old body some problems. Thanks for sharing, did Dan not say in one video one tip he had from someone was hit the shot and close the door behind you, lot easier said than done! Take care and have fun….
I know how you feel David! Range practice is easier when you are younger! I just feel it will give me a little more confidence, which I’m lacking in the short game area, so off I go!
Bernie, you’re not that far off. As you said things are getting in your head like that fence. The only reason you’re teeing it up near it is that’s where you are forced to by the winter tee. It wouldn’t be allowed in there otherwise. One shot at a time and you’ll make less errors. You have to decide to take that approach in the car park though and stick to it all the way round. Your GIR numbers show your taking too many putts shooting that number. To stay low you need to get up and down a good few times a round but it’s still winter golf and the surfaces and heavy lies won’t help so don’t be too hard on yourself. In my humble opinion I think you need to go back to the traditional putter, stand taller to be a bit less hunched over it and concentrate on your tempo. When you hit a good putt it seems so much better in the camera angles you have shown rather than too slow back and thumping it. Check out Eric Kaplan’s teaching technique. I can send you a couple of emails for a look. Putter lag for instance. I’m sure coach Jamesy will have his own opinion on them but I reckon you could benefit from looking at it.
You just need your confidence back. Find one of your old putters out and putt like it doesn't matter. Free the mind and let it flow. It'll come back, but you can't force it into the hole. Good luck.
Thanks Berine. As usual an honest assessment on the status of your game and your journey to reach scratch. As you state, getting in some regular practice will build on your skills and I would expect your confidence. Perhaps being a bit hard on yourself too though as the putting greens were not in the best condition and the weather looked chilly.....although I saw one of your playing partners wearing shorts! Go get practising and you can only go up brother.
Thanks Graeme! At times we are all our worst critics! Just wanted to show it all, whether good or bad in this series! Hopefully it makes the wins / successes all the more sweeter!
good video Lester, keep going mate. this time of year is always hard to get motivated, im in my early 40s & although work at a golf club have to get myself psyched to get some sort practice routine even if at the moment just into the nets but keep going mate. loving all the vlogs & channel
Thanks Jason, I’m hoping the weather turns soon and that helps us both get more motivated! I’ve never been too keen on indoor practice, which isn’t great either 😂
Hang in there Bernie. I am going through some of the same issues that you are, and it is very frustrating. I do think that the cold windy weather doesn't help any. Better days are coming..
Hi Bernie. Iv watch a lot of your golf. Over some years. In this video iv seen one thing that will help you with your putting. Practice putting one handed your right hand. Left on your thigh. It's better withe a normal putter. This will help your tempo. Your takeaway is short and aggressive through. Hope this helps.long and smooth. Your get to scratch mate
@berniebarnesgolf thanks for the reply. Putting is the one think that we all beat ourselves up with. So a rock of the shoulder. Smooth tempo. If you hit it on your line. It's a good put. The rest of your game is sound. And on your commentary you take the slight miss. Put that mind set to a put.i play at Bowood camelford. If your around sometime. I see you there as a scatch golfer. Go get em
Hey Lester, when was the last time you had your vision tested? I found myself missing billiard shots and short putts. I went to my eye doctor and found my prescription was five years old. With the new glasses I am seeing things better. Best wishes. Cheers from Texas 🤠🏌️⛳🥸
Very brave of you to put this out there and be honest in your assessment of your game. Your long game and ball striking is good and I wouldn't worry too much about the odd bad shot as even the top pros have a few of those. The difference is in scrambling for pars and not compounding errors to make doubles or worse. Your GIR numbers looked good and you had a fair few looks at birdie, but you didn't convert many and scramble well when you missed greens. And whilst the greens may not be at their best, your putting was, as you well know, nowhere near where it needs to be. Keep working on the short game and putting, get some confidence and it will fall into place. It is not as difficult as CONGU - you only need 8 good rounds out of 20. Onwards and upwards!
Thanks Harry for the great comments. I just want to share the good, bad and the ugly with you all along the journey. Hopefully this will make motivate me to practice and improve! Putting definitely needs it as you say.
To be fair to your game, this winter weather isnt helping anyones game. Played today and everything was playing short with no run out due to the wet and soggy ground, greens were running so much slower than usual so difficult to judge pace on even simple straight putts. Hopefully spring will bring some dry and warmer weather. Keep it up though Bernie, I genuinely think you'll get to scratch once courses are playing as they should.😊
Definitely keep going get a bit of practice in. Been trying to play two rounds a week if possible. Plus going to driving range hitting 5 shots with each club then do Toptracer 30 keeps you interested and going.
I’m the same Richard, try and play Wednesday and Saturdays (when the weather and course allows) feel I should have gone range when I couldn’t play. Have you got any targets this year?
Really interesting insight into the way you play this beautiful game. I have parallels to your game (although I'm about a dozen behind you on the olde handicap scale lol), I went through a phase of overthinking putts. Gone to the other end of the scale now, taking a tip from Cameron Smith (he's alright at putting I think 😅). No messing about, just read it and fully committed, not being scared of missing vital. Good luck pal 😊
A few points: 1. When you played Dan at Perranporth recently, I could tell he noticed how much better you were playing; 2. Everyone hits bad shots- you have the ability to hit a recovery shot so don't sweat the bad shots too much; 3. With respect, those greens were winter greens and looked to have aeration marks. Poor greens affect putting and chipping. You need fast and true greens and your scores will improve; 4. Lastly, I think you might benefit from a caddy to help with club selection, strategy and prevent you from overthinking. You have the talent- just let Bernie play and stop thinking. Pulling for you pal.
Thanks Jess! I’ve definitely improved, I went from 4 to 1 at the back end of last year. Sometimes you have to take a small step back to go forward! Thanks for the kind comments.
Putting. It seemedcould be wrong that you seemed to be having the head slightly to the left of where you should accirding tobthe three lines on your putter. Try having a line on your ball to line up better with the lines on the putter?
@@berniebarnesgolf ok.well a few times when you said the putt was outside right edge, the lines on your putter seemed to be lined up to the left edge, then you missed on the left.
From my own perspective I think short game is the key.. even more so now being 48, if I want to get from 1 to scratch I know I am unlikely to suddenly get 30 yards off the tee, but there is nothing really stopping me developing chipping / pitching game that can make up for the dodgy shots.. 💥💥ps after watching this vlog against the perrnaporth vlog i do Think you putt better with a standard putter I am a bit negative around armlock as they always look too rigid and robotic.. 🙈🙈
Yeah agree Nigel. I don’t want to use the arm lok, issue I had is I couldn’t get the ball in the hole with the traditional putter the round after and I’ve totally lost confidence! The putting in this vlog was miles better believe it or not 😂
You know as well as I that putting is 40% of a good round , its imperative you get your technique sorted, 100% get it settled the stroke is so pushy mate, its a shove, not a stroke, your tee to green is scratch , 100/5, so you have to sort your short stuff out, cheers Bro, Fraser
I’m trying Fraser! At the moment it’s a case of getting the ball around whilst I work on things. Disappointing as end of last year it was all looking so good. Thanks for the support!
When you need a "amateur" to partner or be a player in a pro am or club comp let me know, i will drive down the road for a game, regards @@berniebarnesgolf
Lester you hit the ball like a scratch player but chipping and putting let you down work on that pal and you will gain confidence and get that scratch handicap good luck for the season ahead
Interesting insight to your thoughts & process - I would not beat yourself up as this is the first full round for a while - find the time for the short-game practice & hopefully the next time will be in better (sunnier!) conditions & the score will reflect the efforts you have put in!
Great series Bernie, i think you are being a little hard on yourself, winter golf in the UK is never as good and if your putting was on, youd be around 3 or 4 over for that round.
The greens looked wet and not in perfect condition pal. Your good stroke rolls the ball i the hole. Those puts are the positive ones, the nuggets that you take with you and remember. The ball did not jump out of your pocket and find its own way into the hole, you did It.
You did go back to the armlock. Didn't someone suggest that recently? ;) Good show. I wouldn't put too much stock into anything you weren't happy about the putting... The greens didn't look very smooth, and the ball was bouncing around some. So don't get down about it. The focus should be on the process right now... not the result. I thought the stroke looked good with it too....and the ball looked to be coming off the face where you are aimed....that is the main thing. Speed control will improve in time, and after some good practice with it. If you are struggling with pace... experiment with adding some weight to the head. I wouldn't worry about feeling fixated on the putter head. Maybe use that hyper-focus productively... like to grid out a scale of how far back to take the putter for putts in 1 foot increments. That will make your brain process different information when you get like that, Instead of negative thinking... it will be good and useful information your brain is focusing on. Cheers Lester.
@@berniebarnesgolf well now you have that sorted... It's time to get back to short game work. ;) Dan Grieves is a good short game coach over there.. he has lots of videos on youtube too. Worth checking out.
Really good series, looking forward to seeing you hit scratch. Putting is killing me at the moment also, I'm still annoyed about a 3 putt 10 holes later!
You’ve got to do a proper 6 months with putting lessons. It will get you 3 shots a round. At least. It’s low hanging fruit if you can get out of your own head. Have 25 lessons, then you can blame the coach ❤
Keep it up mate. Courses are terrible at the moment and those greens wouldn’t give anyone confidence. I haven’t put a card in for 5 months so don’t beat yourself up!
i think the moral of the story is dont have putting lessons(paralysis by analysis).putting like all short game is about feel ,vison,see it and repeat it.good luck.if you have time google old video of count yogi golf he was amazing!
Great stuff matey , keep it going it’s tough out there , get that sun shining everyday feels better then , a game of golf and a beer after 🍻. Soon be scratching Bernie 🏌️♂️🏌️♂️🏌️♂️🏌️♂️
I've noticed you seem to putt better when you speed up. Your general tempo is fast, your putting always seems strangely slow and tentative. What about trying to keep it instinctive?
@@berniebarnesgolf my thoughts were spend time reading the putt and maybe having a few wiggles getting a feel for the pace away from the ball, but once you decide on the putt get straight in there and do everything at your normal fast tempo. Agree no practice stroke.
Hi Bernie there did seem to be lots of negativity or maybe reality in your commentary. You’ve always seemed very starchy over you putts and I did notice that when you were working with Dan but you look very uncomfortable,or even tense. When you look relaxed over the ball you certainly get better results. But I think most of us are like that I know if I try to hard I cock up loads,when I’m relaxed I play so much better. I hope your work with James works for you,I know if I turn off it’s better,maybe take yourself out without a camera and just ignore things don’t give a toss about it going wrong. So not criticising hopefully trying to help as your a far better golfer than me as the lowest I’ve been is 5.3 so no scratch golfer lol. Hope I’ve not put a dampener on this good luck mate as I always say work in progress lol
I didn’t want the vlog to seem too negative David, apologies if it did. I just wanted it use it as a reality check and highlight areas that need addressing. I am quite relaxed and calm on the golf course these days, I was emotional and hot tempered in my youth, but I do get what you are saying.
@@berniebarnesgolf I totally agree mate it certainly gets under you skin I just wish I’d started play earlier in my life as I did really start until I was 40 😝
I think you are being too hard on yourself. First competitive round is very little to go on. I am sorry you have gone back to the arm-lock putter, purely because I think you should stick to one method a bit longer.
Thanks for the positive words Greg. I’ve really been struggling with the traditional putter, although it’s a change I don’t want to make, feel like it’s the only option at the moment. I will look to move back though as soon as possible.
Lester im finding hard to listen videos atm. My game is shyte and im desperately trying to improve but i stuggle to watch and listen to negative vibes. Sorry but you're slowly loosing me. 😢
Unfortunately this series is about highs and lows, like life is! This video was motivation for me to sort it out and practice! If it was easy there wouldn’t be a series or a journey 😂 most of my other videos are very positive Angela.
I fully understand Bernie and thank you for your reply. Please keep on trying your best. I grieve, laugh, enjoy and will continue to watch your battle ❤
Oh Lester! What's going on with you? It's painful to watch you putting... The fundament for scratch is a decent short game! When i was in my prime as a young man, i hitted nearly every green in regulation - button scored a 2 over. So. I know how you feel about it. A friend of mine never hitting any green scored 4 under making 25 puts a round... - he plays scratch and better since 35 years. You have to get confidence in putting! I think you are do technical mistakes too. Your hole body tries to bring the ball in the hole, but the shoulder's would be enough for doing the work. You are also standing very close to the ball and so you push it sometimes... Watch Bryson with his armlock putter how mechanical he is working on the greens. He also stands very close to the ball, but his eyes are still inside the a line to the hole - yours sometimes not... And do the short puts inside the hole with speed! Anyway. I hope you get your confidence soon back! Cheers!
I wish it was easy as that Michael 😂 I’m working hard on it, but as anyone knows who’s had the yips it’s not quite as simple as “just do this” it’s a constant battle. I’m up for the fight though. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Deary me…. My condolences. I hope I never get to the stage that I can relate to that feeling. I’ve always just found it to be pretty easy to putt. Played to single figures for years despite the long game not being the best (it is improving). Putting has got me out of many a mess over the years. The reason I say get rid of that putter is I think simplicity is the key with putting. Keep it natural and utilise your natural athletic ability. Keep at it.
I’ve always battled short game issue, well for the last 10 years. It can be frustrating as I can regularly hit 15/16 GIR and shoot over par. I once hit 17 and shot over par 😂 I’ll keep working it to find a solution.
I've been waiting to comment on Lester and his videos for a while but my phone wouldn't allow me up till now .I have partnered Lester most Wednesday's and Saturday for whole time he has been doing his blogs and featured in three of them ! He's a great guy and great fun to play with and his golf is so close to perfect , just having yips occasionally . Lester keep it up and perfection is just around the corner . N a personal note I'd like to thank all the subscribers that have commented on the blogs I've been in , they've been fun to do even if my camera work needs a lot of work 😂😂 Gareth.
Thanks Gareth! Welcome to the comment section on UA-cam!
Good video Thanks
Thanks for watching Charles!
Proper golf. Good to watch. I think all of us watching are more impressed with your performance than you yourself are! It’s a game of small margins. You are hitting many good shots, keep going. I am really enjoying your journey.
I guess it’s all about expectations and what you feel you are capable of Duncan.
Really interesting and entertaining vlog - I wouldn't worry about the armlock putting, use whatever works best is always the answer! You are definitely swinging well, so get the short game practice built up as the weather improves and you'll be heading to scratch soon enough. Golf is never easy and needs constant attention, but you are going int the right direction and we're enjoying the journey. Keep up the great work.
Thanks John! Think it’s necessary to show the good, the bad and the ugly during this series! That’s what I’m going to.
Two things Lester. Watch the video and look at your putting alignment vs face path. Your feet, hips and shoulders are set up well left and then you're "pushing" the face more right. That's an easy fix. The second thing is putter head weight. More often than not when a player tells me they sense the head getting loose during the stroke it's a head weight feel issue. I'd suggest adding some lead tape and seeing if that stabilizes the head feel. That Sub 70 head is 430g which might seem heavy enough but the lead weight will let you know if the weight is an issue for you. Cheers!
Thanks mate for the advice I will look at that.
Bernie, I cured the problem of not getting the putter to stay on line, simply by gripping the putter really tightly. This eliminates a "wristy" action, and makes you putt with your shoulders
I’ll try gripping it tighter mate, see if that helps.
@@berniebarnesgolfCam Smith advocates a firmer grip which should be good enough advice for everyone. I actually use a firmer left hand grip which helps me avoid pulling my putts. Anyway forget the process and rely on your instincts as you have good enough hand eye coordination to putt well.
Dig deep keep positive 👍👍👍 need a confidence boost that's all, 😊 maybe go for a putter fitter with arm lock grip so you get a putter that you feel confident with and you know your aiming it where you want to start the ball
Thanks Dave! I am staying positive I promise! Definitely think a putter fit is needed!
Think your being a little hard on yourself, what your aiming for is going to take time and path you will get there , learning from the good and certainly the bad rounds keep your head high were all behind you.
Absolutely Colston! Sometimes you need a kick up the arse and this was it 😂
Early days mate, keep working hard and it will come 💪
Cheers Phil, I intend too!
This a great series, Bernie. One of my favorites on YT. Raw honesty. Keep up the good work and progress to scratch will come!! All the best.
Thanks mate! Trying to make lots of different styles and types of vlogs hoping to appeal to everyone.
Don't beat yourself up on winter greens Lester.. we've all had issues this season. (me more than most) onwards & upwards.
Cheers Colin! Still feeling positive about the situation and year ahead!
Keep going Lester, love you and you vids 👍
Thanks so much my friend!
Stick with it Lester
Thanks Janet! I’m not giving up!
Hi Bernie - have you ever thought of going back to the putter that you had with the hybrid shaft ? I always thought that you putted quite well with that. Love the vlogs that you are Dan do - keep up the good work.
I hadn’t thought of trying it Peter. I’ve still got it, so will give it a go. It can’t hurt.
Head up keep it going
Cheers Neil! I’m not giving up!
Lester mate , golf is an evolving nightmare !! Tou love it i love it , but it is so frustrating !! Good some days shit other days !! It will defo come good !! Crack on mate ❤
Cheers Phil! Literally the best and worse game in the world! 😂
When that doubt gets in your head, it’s tough.
Some really good golf in there. Lots of positives.
Agreed Andrew. Looking at the positives as you say!
Good honest video Lester. Nothing wrong with your long game. Not sure about the change of putter though. Looking like you are still getting used to the weight of the putter. Let be honest though, putting on greens this time of year is never easy, especially if you are short of confidence when putting.
Thanks for watching Darren. Honestly I wish I had filmed the previous couple of times I had played so everyone could see my putting 😂 that was miles better!
Bernie, try the LAB putters, would make a great video you going for a fitting. I putt well but am fascinated by the concept, next time i go north i’m having a fitting for a mez max. If you putt well it gives you confidence throughout the rest of the game
I have done a little research on those putters mate, they are a bit pricey. I may have to sell a scotty or two from the collection 😂 I’ll look into it though.
Bernie, I know what it's like to be fixated with the back stroke with putter. I tend to wave the putter around in the back stroke, sometimes inside, sometimes outside. Finally, it dawned on me that, since face angle is the main factor in getting a putt started on line, my errant back stroke wasn't the main reason I was missing putts. Now, I pay little attention to my back stroke and that has helped my putting a lot. Basically, I got out of my own way. I hope this helps. Cheers!
I never use to take much notice of the backswing like you Howie! It’s strange how it’s suddenly become an issue! I’m sure with a bit of practice on a decent putting surface I’ll be able to put it right.
Keep at it, Bernie! Meanwhile, I'll keep rooting for your channel and your golf!
Really appreciate that!
G’Day Lester, we all have the putting woes, my mates said “ I’d be a great player if I could putt “ so I embarked on a plan to improve my putting, both technically & mentally. Here’s my “ go to “ under pressure, when I line up my putter to the ball, I find a spot 3 inches in front of the ball & stare at the spot as if my life depended on it & roll the ball over that spot. After that the Golfing gods will do their thing. Great for any length of putt. I’ve never missed a four footer ever. All Good Mate.
I like that idea! Thanks for sharing! I’ll try that next time I play. Like the fact it takes the focus away from the hole and may free up the strike a little!
The battle with golf is never ending. Winter golf also harder. Keep it lit Bernie
Absolutely Willie, if it’s not one thing its another! 😂
I agree with comments re early season greens they are inconsistent for speed and maybe makes putting 15% more difficult .
One technique for forgetting the past bad shots is literally to mark off on your scorecard every 3 holes . That way the idea is you play the course in 6 blocks of 3 holes , and start again after every 3 .
Not easy though the mind can come up with unhelpful thoughts very easily !
My thoughts - lots of practice putting on good surfaces !
Good luck with the quest!
I definitely need to do something about saying in the moment mate! I do like breaking it down into smaller sections. I’ll try that!
Good luck !
Thank you!
With the mindset thing. I do it in 3 hole blocks. Take 2 banana with u every 3 holes u have a 1/4 banana and a big gulp of water. It keeps ur energy high and helps me concentrate
I do tend to drink lots of water and other drinks when I play Mark, although though I could do with eating more on the course.
Appreciate your honesty when talking about the mental game. It’s so hard sometimes to let things go. I’m way better now in my 40’s because I just play with friends for fun and I try to not even think about my score until the round is over. Sorry to see the putter remains a struggle. Has Coach Jamesy ever watched some of these videos to see how you putt on course vs in the studio? Remember progress is never linear, always ups and downs. You know what you need to do, now it’s just go out and do it. Golf is hard, but also has to be fun!
I’m not sure if Jamesy watches the channel Tyler. I know he has a full diary so I’d presume not.
This is really good. Don't think it's too negative, you're just showing the realities of the challenge. Everyone's got to put in the hard work, things don't come just because people want them to. Hope you get back to scratch!
Thanks Jason! That’s exactly how I wanted it to be seen and viewed!
Do wish you the best with your destination scratch. Nice to see a bit of a reality check. Most people would like to brush it off with your normal excuses. But it seems you got some real determination Bernie. Don't forget that. Looking forward to watching more.
Thanks Max! I am determined to give it my best shot! I needed this as a reality check as you said!
Winter is for most of us a tough time Bernie , as you said more dedicated practice required and then come spring the conditions will favour better scoring . Stay positive.
I’ll stay positive Nick! I promise
Great to see your brutal honesty in the run down of the game, I can sympathise with your putting woes, you describe my problems exactly!! Keep up the good work I’m sure it will come good 👍🏻
Thanks my friend, I wasn’t sure whether to upload this, but felt it was go to show the positives and negatives of the destination scratch series.
Don't beat yourself up. Short game practice will make all the difference. Good honest vlog.
Cheers Phil! I’m already practicing the short game as a result!
Alright Captain Nudger, there is no failure here, this is positive because you are finding motivation. Parkland courses after 4 months of rain have greens surfaces like fairways, so give yourself a pass on putting. However, grab an old heel shafted traditional putter like Ben Crenshaw used to use, great for training stroke and strike. Short game practice is a great idea, even in crap weather we can practice for hours. Sunshine on the way Lester
Absolutely Craig! That’s why I did this! Sort of like a mock exam before the proper exam 😂 I’ll visit the range and practice tomorrow I think!
I had a lesson from James in Torquay . Watching you and listening to James, you are a good golfer. Keep practising and take positives from the bad days. You will get there . Just set goals to manage mentally, and they will come. Keep going. Hopefully, you can teach me in France in October, 😊
Yeah I’m using the vlog as motivation to improve Richard! I really enjoyed the lesson with Jamesy, it’s the demons in my head that’s the issue 😂 looking forward to France too!
Love this honesty and grit!!
Thanks my friend. It’s getting mixed reviews 😂
@@berniebarnesgolf good. Let it generate interest. This channel is about golf and you. You’re not selling a dream. It’s real life and golf is tough as! You spend plenty of time giggling away, so this brings balance!! I’ve told you before, get yourself up to Moortown and watch me - that will make you laugh!!
Absolutely! Golf is hard!
Bernie it was wet and cold and you did really well in those conditions. Our short game can't be much good as we are unable to practise in one of the wettest winters on record and that isn't an excuse its a fact so don't be down on yourself. Why do pros go to the sunnier climates in the winter ? I reckon when the better weather comes you will be off scratch.Liked the analysis of your game as you played your round as very helpful to use lesser mortals. Just remember Henry Ford said 99% of the people who said they were going to be unsuccessful were successful at being unsuccessful. It will be tough but you will get there and we are enjoying the journey so keep it up
Exactly David! Important to show all aspects whether good or bad. I didn’t want it to be a negative vlog, but a motivational one for me.
Really enjoyed the vlog Lester, keep plugging away mate, try not to be too hard on yourself, Winter conditions never help.
I shot 78 , first qualifier of the year, 8 over off a handicap of 3, up to 2.9
Convinced you'll bounce back, start following Dan Grieve at Woburn, he's mustard regarding short game.
Mate, you don't do negative, keep smiling, golf is important but try and remember it's not life and death.
Great content as always!!
Sort those tees out before May 😉😉
I’ve seen a few of Dans videos on instagram and he’s very good!
The tees will be good by May I promise mate! 😂
Not a negative vlog just honest Lester. Winter golf is never easy. Especially changing putters.
Thanks Tony! It was never my intention to make it a negative vlog, I just thought it’s important to show the highs and lows of the series.
Good to watch Bernie. You’ve clearly identified where your weaknesses are and you’re honest about what you need to do going forward. Sad to see the armlock putter back, but whatever gets the ball in the hole eh? Keep it going, I have faith in you!
I honestly wish I didn’t put the armlock putter back in the bag mate, just don’t feel I have any other option at the minute.
@@berniebarnesgolf you stick with it if that’s what’s needed. You’re doing more than 99% of us golfers just by sticking your neck out with the destination scratch series. Most of us wouldn’t even tell our mates that was our serious target, let alone stick video of our efforts on UA-cam! Good on ya.
I feel your pain Bernie. We also had a non qualifying event which I shot 5 over but given course conditions and the weather, freezing cold and the ball not travelling anywhere I’m happy with it. The putting woes are more down to the greens than your stroke. When your hitting putts not stroking them it’s harder to get the line right. Treat these rounds as practice for when the weather and conditions improve. The range though not ideal is great for practicing chipping as your concentrating on technique which will translate onto the course. Keep up the good work
Cheers Andrew! I’m using this round as motivation and I’m glad I’ve shared it all with you all. Think it’s important to share the good, the bad and the ugly side of golf.
Love the vlog and your journey. Conditions looked hard, so you shouldn't be too hard on yourself
Glad you are enjoying the series mate! I am my own worse critic as many are!
Have you tried a putting mirror, Bernie? Works well for me on checking putting stroke.
Plus you can do your hair with it too!
I like that Andy 😂 I did have a putting mirror, I’ll look for it!
It was so good to meet you last week down at Perranporth, enjoyed the vlogs you two put out and the kind words regarding our course. as for you and your progress, please find that confidence missing in your short game, find a way and stick with it, you obviously can play, best wishes to you in your quest
Cheers Graham! Was nice to meet you too! You have a great course at Perranporth and some exciting improvements for the future!
Nothing worth having comes easy young man.
Couldn’t agree more and it will make it all the better if I do manage to achieve the goal!
I find working on the short game brings much better returns on time invested than any other area of the game. Being able to get up and down when you have just missed the green can save a round. Good luck with it. Oh and the more you practice the luckier you get!
Totally agree Rolf! You can generally score well if the short game preforms!
I am not sure if was ever going to be easy. I personally find it difficult to have a positive mind in winter and it’s raining. I try to practice once a week but due to the weather that has gone by the board. I don’t like to hit off mats as it gives my old body some problems. Thanks for sharing, did Dan not say in one video one tip he had from someone was hit the shot and close the door behind you, lot easier said than done! Take care and have fun….
I know how you feel David! Range practice is easier when you are younger! I just feel it will give me a little more confidence, which I’m lacking in the short game area, so off I go!
Good luck!
I need it! 😂
Strange how the mind works! You'll sort it out and we'll have fun watching!
Thanks David! The mind can help and hinder at times!
the road won't always be smooth. bring on the better weather / conditions and more opportunities to practice.
Agreed Mark! The road bumps will make the journey better if I’m successful.
Bernie, you’re not that far off. As you said things are getting in your head like that fence. The only reason you’re teeing it up near it is that’s where you are forced to by the winter tee. It wouldn’t be allowed in there otherwise.
One shot at a time and you’ll make less errors. You have to decide to take that approach in the car park though and stick to it all the way round.
Your GIR numbers show your taking too many putts shooting that number. To stay low you need to get up and down a good few times a round but it’s still winter golf and the surfaces and heavy lies won’t help so don’t be too hard on yourself.
In my humble opinion I think you need to go back to the traditional putter, stand taller to be a bit less hunched over it and concentrate on your tempo. When you hit a good putt it seems so much better in the camera angles you have shown rather than too slow back and thumping it.
Check out Eric Kaplan’s teaching technique. I can send you a couple of emails for a look. Putter lag for instance. I’m sure coach Jamesy will have his own opinion on them but I reckon you could benefit from looking at it.
Cheers Stuart! Honestly if you had seen my putting that was a million times better in this vlog 😂
You just need your confidence back. Find one of your old putters out and putt like it doesn't matter. Free the mind and let it flow. It'll come back, but you can't force it into the hole. Good luck.
I did consider pulling the rossie back out! I may do that this week when I play! Didn’t think of that!
Keep on working Lester and keep the head up not going to be easy but you will get there
Hoping it didn’t come across too negatively Mick, thought about not uploading it but glad I did to act as motivation!
Nice one buddy, as usual great honesty, the putts that went in were a really smooth stroke, have belief in yourself, we do
Thanks John. Want to show it all, good and bad. Hopefully it makes it all sweeter if I can achieve the goal! Thanks for watching.
Good honest appraisal Lester. Keep grinding!
Thank so much! The grind continues!
Thanks Berine. As usual an honest assessment on the status of your game and your journey to reach scratch. As you state, getting in some regular practice will build on your skills and I would expect your confidence. Perhaps being a bit hard on yourself too though as the putting greens were not in the best condition and the weather looked chilly.....although I saw one of your playing partners wearing shorts! Go get practising and you can only go up brother.
Thanks Graeme! At times we are all our worst critics! Just wanted to show it all, whether good or bad in this series! Hopefully it makes the wins / successes all the more sweeter!
The swing is looking good buddy, great video as always.
Thanks so much mate! Means a lot
good video Lester, keep going mate.
this time of year is always hard to get motivated, im in my early 40s & although work at a golf club have to get myself psyched to get some sort practice routine even if at the moment just into the nets
but keep going mate.
loving all the vlogs & channel
Thanks Jason, I’m hoping the weather turns soon and that helps us both get more motivated! I’ve never been too keen on indoor practice, which isn’t great either 😂
Hang in there Bernie. I am going through some of the same issues that you are, and it is very frustrating. I do think that the cold windy weather doesn't help any. Better days are coming..
Thanks David! It’s nice (but not nice) to hear others are feeling similar to me. Hope it improves soon!
My natural shot is a push draw so I get your fear of the fence on your right
I’m just worried about flicking it or nudging it, which I’ve done on the odd occasion Brian! 😂 very embarrassing 😂
Hi Bernie. Iv watch a lot of your golf. Over some years. In this video iv seen one thing that will help you with your putting. Practice putting one handed your right hand. Left on your thigh. It's better withe a normal putter. This will help your tempo. Your takeaway is short and aggressive through. Hope this helps.long and smooth. Your get to scratch mate
Cheers Colin! I’ll try that.
@berniebarnesgolf thanks for the reply. Putting is the one think that we all beat ourselves up with. So a rock of the shoulder. Smooth tempo. If you hit it on your line. It's a good put. The rest of your game is sound. And on your commentary you take the slight miss. Put that mind set to a put.i play at Bowood camelford. If your around sometime. I see you there as a scatch golfer. Go get em
I’m playing tomorrow so I’ll give it a try! Always up for a round at Bowood! Love the place!
Hey Lester, when was the last time you had your vision tested? I found myself missing billiard shots and short putts. I went to my eye doctor and found my prescription was five years old. With the new glasses I am seeing things better. Best wishes. Cheers from Texas 🤠🏌️⛳🥸
I regularly get my eyes tested Michael, so unfortunately it’s not that.
Life is never easy only hard work gets results.Put the work in I have faith in you but only if you put the work in.
Absolutely John! This vlog is motivation to work harder!
Very brave of you to put this out there and be honest in your assessment of your game. Your long game and ball striking is good and I wouldn't worry too much about the odd bad shot as even the top pros have a few of those. The difference is in scrambling for pars and not compounding errors to make doubles or worse. Your GIR numbers looked good and you had a fair few looks at birdie, but you didn't convert many and scramble well when you missed greens. And whilst the greens may not be at their best, your putting was, as you well know, nowhere near where it needs to be. Keep working on the short game and putting, get some confidence and it will fall into place. It is not as difficult as CONGU - you only need 8 good rounds out of 20. Onwards and upwards!
Thanks Harry for the great comments. I just want to share the good, bad and the ugly with you all along the journey. Hopefully this will make motivate me to practice and improve! Putting definitely needs it as you say.
Good video, you should try a spider type putter see if that's the one 👍
It did work for Scottie didn’t it Simon!!
To be fair to your game, this winter weather isnt helping anyones game. Played today and everything was playing short with no run out due to the wet and soggy ground, greens were running so much slower than usual so difficult to judge pace on even simple straight putts.
Hopefully spring will bring some dry and warmer weather. Keep it up though Bernie, I genuinely think you'll get to scratch once courses are playing as they should.😊
Cheers mate! Hopefully the good weather is close and the courses dry up a little! Need a boat and not a trolley at the moment 😂
@@berniebarnesgolf 😂😂😂
Definitely keep going get a bit of practice in. Been trying to play two rounds a week if possible. Plus going to driving range hitting 5 shots with each club then do Toptracer 30 keeps you interested and going.
I’m the same Richard, try and play Wednesday and Saturdays (when the weather and course allows) feel I should have gone range when I couldn’t play. Have you got any targets this year?
Read the book “Zen Putting”. It did wonders for my putting.
I’ll have a look at that book Kevin, thanks.
Really interesting insight into the way you play this beautiful game. I have parallels to your game (although I'm about a dozen behind you on the olde handicap scale lol), I went through a phase of overthinking putts. Gone to the other end of the scale now, taking a tip from Cameron Smith (he's alright at putting I think 😅). No messing about, just read it and fully committed, not being scared of missing vital. Good luck pal 😊
I do like that piece of advice mate! I’m trying to hit putts with pace and threaten the hole, I’m not sure if that came across?
A few points: 1. When you played Dan at Perranporth recently, I could tell he noticed how much better you were playing; 2. Everyone hits bad shots- you have the ability to hit a recovery shot so don't sweat the bad shots too much; 3. With respect, those greens were winter greens and looked to have aeration marks. Poor greens affect putting and chipping. You need fast and true greens and your scores will improve; 4. Lastly, I think you might benefit from a caddy to help with club selection, strategy and prevent you from overthinking. You have the talent- just let Bernie play and stop thinking. Pulling for you pal.
Thanks Jess! I’ve definitely improved, I went from 4 to 1 at the back end of last year. Sometimes you have to take a small step back to go forward! Thanks for the kind comments.
Putting.
It seemedcould be wrong that you seemed to be having the head slightly to the left of where you should accirding tobthe three lines on your putter.
Try having a line on your ball to line up better with the lines on the putter?
I do use a line on my ball Barry
@@berniebarnesgolf ok.well a few times when you said the putt was outside right edge, the lines on your putter seemed to be lined up to the left edge, then you missed on the left.
From my own perspective I think short game is the key.. even more so now being 48, if I want to get from 1 to scratch I know I am unlikely to suddenly get 30 yards off the tee, but there is nothing really stopping me developing chipping / pitching game that can make up for the dodgy shots.. 💥💥ps after watching this vlog against the perrnaporth vlog i do Think you putt better with a standard putter I am a bit negative around armlock as they always look too rigid and robotic.. 🙈🙈
Yeah agree Nigel. I don’t want to use the arm lok, issue I had is I couldn’t get the ball in the hole with the traditional putter the round after and I’ve totally lost confidence! The putting in this vlog was miles better believe it or not 😂
You know as well as I that putting is 40% of a good round , its imperative you get your technique sorted, 100% get it settled the stroke is so pushy mate, its a shove, not a stroke, your tee to green is scratch , 100/5, so you have to sort your short stuff out, cheers Bro, Fraser
I’m trying Fraser! At the moment it’s a case of getting the ball around whilst I work on things. Disappointing as end of last year it was all looking so good. Thanks for the support!
absolutely mate, keep at it!!@@berniebarnesgolf
I’m not giving up!
When you need a "amateur" to partner or be a player in a pro am or club comp let me know, i will drive down the road for a game, regards @@berniebarnesgolf
I think overall your swing looks great , the errors were more judgment based on distances which has cost you strokes & a couple of dodgy putts
I was pleased with some of the stuff during the round Tom, I’m not sure that fully came across in the vlog though 😂
give your self a little more credit build on your confidence ball striking is really good its comming
Thanks Stuart! Was using the vlog as motivation!
Lester you hit the ball like a scratch player but chipping and putting let you down work on that pal and you will gain confidence and get that scratch handicap good luck for the season ahead
Thanks Wayne, that’s all I really did last year, dedicated all my practice time to short game. Feel I need to do that again like you say.
Interesting insight to your thoughts & process - I would not beat yourself up as this is the first full round for a while - find the time for the short-game practice & hopefully the next time will be in better (sunnier!) conditions & the score will reflect the efforts you have put in!
Thanks Martyn! Just wanted to use the competition to gauge where I currently am and what needs attention 😂
Good keep it going
@@berniebarnesgolfI scored 34 points in my first comp & missed 6 putts within 6 feet of.. and 2 of them were under 2 foot …!😂
Must be hitting it well Martyn!
Great series Bernie, i think you are being a little hard on yourself, winter golf in the UK is never as good and if your putting was on, youd be around 3 or 4 over for that round.
Thanks mate! Sometimes we are our own worst critics!
The greens looked wet and not in perfect condition pal. Your good stroke rolls the ball i the hole. Those puts are the positive ones, the nuggets that you take with you and remember. The ball did not jump out of your pocket and find its own way into the hole, you did It.
Thanks Walter! Appreciate the thought and kind words! Love the positivity!
Forgetting the last bad shot is a very hard to do. I've noticed in myself when I give 5 minutes to be mad then forget I have a good round or score.
Absolutely mate! I really need to work on that aspect! I use to be good at it.
You did go back to the armlock. Didn't someone suggest that recently? ;) Good show. I wouldn't put too much stock into anything you weren't happy about the putting... The greens didn't look very smooth, and the ball was bouncing around some. So don't get down about it. The focus should be on the process right now... not the result.
I thought the stroke looked good with it too....and the ball looked to be coming off the face where you are aimed....that is the main thing. Speed control will improve in time, and after some good practice with it. If you are struggling with pace... experiment with adding some weight to the head. I wouldn't worry about feeling fixated on the putter head. Maybe use that hyper-focus productively... like to grid out a scale of how far back to take the putter for putts in 1 foot increments. That will make your brain process different information when you get like that, Instead of negative thinking... it will be good and useful information your brain is focusing on. Cheers Lester.
I think someone did suggest that recently 😂 it was a needed change as I was really struggling mate.
@@berniebarnesgolf well now you have that sorted... It's time to get back to short game work. ;) Dan Grieves is a good short game coach over there.. he has lots of videos on youtube too. Worth checking out.
I like Dans stuff! I’ll rewatch.
Really good series, looking forward to seeing you hit scratch. Putting is killing me at the moment also, I'm still annoyed about a 3 putt 10 holes later!
It’s so hard to forget about it isn’t it!? 😂 I get a sort of brain fog and the mind goes blank 😂
@@berniebarnesgolf Yes so hard. I keep thinking what my score 'should' be and not focussing on the next hole.
I’m guilty of that too!
You’ve got to do a proper 6 months with putting lessons. It will get you 3 shots a round. At least. It’s low hanging fruit if you can get out of your own head. Have 25 lessons, then you can blame the coach ❤
I’d never blame the coach. Not sure I can afford 25 lessons Robert. 😂
Keep it up mate. Courses are terrible at the moment and those greens wouldn’t give anyone confidence. I haven’t put a card in for 5 months so don’t beat yourself up!
I’m not beating myself up, just disappointed in myself for not putting enough time and effort in! But this is motivation Rob 😂
Roll on summer!!
I literally can’t wait!
Channel your Pop, he will help you, I promise
I’m trying Bob! He’s the inspiration for the series!
i think the moral of the story is dont have putting lessons(paralysis by analysis).putting like all short game is about feel ,vison,see it and repeat it.good luck.if you have time google old video of count yogi golf he was amazing!
I’m regretting it now David 😂 I’ll check out those videos, I’m sure they will help.
5:21, na'd it.
Absolutely Matt 😂
Nothing wrong with your ball striking lester just need to work on the chipping and putting
Agreed Donald! Need some serious work on that aspect!
Great stuff matey , keep it going it’s tough out there , get that sun shining everyday feels better then , a game of golf and a beer after 🍻. Soon be scratching Bernie 🏌️♂️🏌️♂️🏌️♂️🏌️♂️
Cheers Craig! It’s how we respond to set backs that matter I think!
Hello how’s your plates mate ?
Plates!? I’m confused Gary 😂
Remember to be your best friend on the course. You are too down on yourself. Bit of over analysis going on
Yeah maybe, I just wanted to use it as motivation and to show where I currently am. I guess a bit of balance to the series.
I think You just lack self belief on putting as to the rest of your game practice practice practice it will come good 👍👍👍👍
Absolutely Garry! Time to begin the short game grind! On the way to the range today!
@@berniebarnesgolf I’m off to the driving range later have trouble with my new driver😂
Good luck mate!
I've noticed you seem to putt better when you speed up. Your general tempo is fast, your putting always seems strangely slow and tentative. What about trying to keep it instinctive?
I thought about not having a practice stroke, what do you think Kerry?
@@berniebarnesgolf my thoughts were spend time reading the putt and maybe having a few wiggles getting a feel for the pace away from the ball, but once you decide on the putt get straight in there and do everything at your normal fast tempo. Agree no practice stroke.
Hi Bernie there did seem to be lots of negativity or maybe reality in your commentary.
You’ve always seemed very starchy over you putts and I did notice that when you were working with Dan but you look very uncomfortable,or even tense.
When you look relaxed over the ball you certainly get better results.
But I think most of us are like that I know if I try to hard I cock up loads,when I’m relaxed I play so much better.
I hope your work with James works for you,I know if I turn off it’s better,maybe take yourself out without a camera and just ignore things don’t give a toss about it going wrong.
So not criticising hopefully trying to help as your a far better golfer than me as the lowest I’ve been is 5.3 so no scratch golfer lol.
Hope I’ve not put a dampener on this good luck mate as I always say work in progress lol
I didn’t want the vlog to seem too negative David, apologies if it did. I just wanted it use it as a reality check and highlight areas that need addressing.
I am quite relaxed and calm on the golf course these days, I was emotional and hot tempered in my youth, but I do get what you are saying.
@@berniebarnesgolf I still the hump with myself mate and I’m 60 😂 I’m sure you can work it out mate
It’s the best and worse game / sport in the world 😂
@@berniebarnesgolf I totally agree mate it certainly gets under you skin I just wish I’d started play earlier in my life as I did really start until I was 40 😝
Even I say that as I started at 14 😂
You will play better when you wear your shorts !!!
I can’t wait to wear shorts John! 😂
Playing in a hurricane on a links wouldn't have helped
It was quite windy Kev 😂
@berniebarnesgolf just a bit 😂😂😂😂😂
At least I didn’t get wet, played in a hurricane and a storm on Saturday 😂
Golf is a bastard head game. I bet if you miss a tackle/pass/shot you get on with the game. But …Golf …….
Absolutely Colin! The best and worse game ever! 😂
I think you are being too hard on yourself. First competitive round is very little to go on. I am sorry you have gone back to the arm-lock putter, purely because I think you should stick to one method a bit longer.
Thanks for the positive words Greg. I’ve really been struggling with the traditional putter, although it’s a change I don’t want to make, feel like it’s the only option at the moment. I will look to move back though as soon as possible.
throw that putter you look like your hanging on for your life
I can’t even make a stroke with the traditional length putter at the moment David. If they banned the arm lok I think I’d stop playing at the moment 😂
Lester im finding hard to listen videos atm. My game is shyte and im desperately trying to improve but i stuggle to watch and listen to negative vibes. Sorry but you're slowly loosing me. 😢
Unfortunately this series is about highs and lows, like life is! This video was motivation for me to sort it out and practice! If it was easy there wouldn’t be a series or a journey 😂 most of my other videos are very positive Angela.
I fully understand Bernie and thank you for your reply. Please keep on trying your best. I grieve, laugh, enjoy and will continue to watch your battle ❤
Oh Lester! What's going on with you? It's painful to watch you putting... The fundament for scratch is a decent short game! When i was in my prime as a young man, i hitted nearly every green in regulation - button scored a 2 over. So. I know how you feel about it. A friend of mine never hitting any green scored 4 under making 25 puts a round... - he plays scratch and better since 35 years. You have to get confidence in putting! I think you are do technical mistakes too. Your hole body tries to bring the ball in the hole, but the shoulder's would be enough for doing the work. You are also standing very close to the ball and so you push it sometimes... Watch Bryson with his armlock putter how mechanical he is working on the greens. He also stands very close to the ball, but his eyes are still inside the a line to the hole - yours sometimes not... And do the short puts inside the hole with speed! Anyway. I hope you get your confidence soon back! Cheers!
I wish it was easy as that Michael 😂 I’m working hard on it, but as anyone knows who’s had the yips it’s not quite as simple as “just do this” it’s a constant battle. I’m up for the fight though. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Get rid of that putter mate. Your stroke looks so awkward and unnatural with it.
It’s worse with a conventional putter at the moment unfortunately!
Deary me…. My condolences.
I hope I never get to the stage that I can relate to that feeling. I’ve always just found it to be pretty easy to putt. Played to single figures for years despite the long game not being the best (it is improving). Putting has got me out of many a mess over the years.
The reason I say get rid of that putter is I think simplicity is the key with putting. Keep it natural and utilise your natural athletic ability.
Keep at it.
I’ve always battled short game issue, well for the last 10 years. It can be frustrating as I can regularly hit 15/16 GIR and shoot over par. I once hit 17 and shot over par 😂 I’ll keep working it to find a solution.
Massive chipping flaws causing probs
It’s a constant battle Callum. Thought I had sorted it last year, but unfortunately not.
@@berniebarnesgolf only way to sort it is by playing the shots mate. Pulling putter at every opportunity won’t help in the long run
Similar to you Lester, I need to stop following a bad hole with another one. I feel your pain mate. We will get there though! 😀👍🏌️♂️
It’s so difficult Dave isn’t it!? 😂
@@berniebarnesgolf Yes mate, golf’s hard. The main battle is with your own head never mind any opposition or course! 🤣🤣
Absolutely 😂