Topic: 2009 Bettinardi Summer Social (Read 8319 times)

jr · « **Reply #50 on:** June 28, 2009, 08:23:21 pm »

A little something from Bob's personal collection of putters he has designed, manufactured and or milled. His collection is full more putters from different companies than you can imagine. There were Tiger prototypes from 1996 and 1997 and a ton of other cool stuff. This picture is of the Scotty Cameron Mini and a full size Classic 1 from the 1993/94 time period. The Mini is a lot like the current Bettinardi 3/4, blood brothers so to speak.

cueist · « **Reply #51 on:** June 28, 2009, 08:26:18 pm »

John,

Thanks for the pictures.

Jim

jr · « **Reply #52 on:** June 28, 2009, 08:27:03 pm »

Glen adjusting Michael's putter and a picture of some of the stamps.

jr · « **Reply #53 on:** June 28, 2009, 08:31:31 pm »

A couple of pictures from two golf courses including the 18th at Bob's home course.

oldpalchamp · « **Reply #54 on:** June 28, 2009, 09:15:39 pm »

OK, long time lurker, first time poster here at Puttertalk. I had the privelege of attending this year's Social and would like to take this opportunity to thank Bob Bettinardi, Nick, Jimmy, Bull, Ben, Glen and all of the guys at Bettinardi Golf. It was also terrific getting to meet so many of the guys I have seen posting here and putting faces and real names with screen names.

Mr. Doug · « **Reply #55 on:** June 28, 2009, 10:49:32 pm »

JR: Great pics.

Joel: I really enjoyed talking to you at dinner as well.

KDMullins · « **Reply #56 on:** June 28, 2009, 11:44:20 pm »

The lack of putter pics in this thread is stunning. I can't believe it's almost midnight (EST) on the Sunday night after the social, and there's not ONE picture of a full-sized putter in this thread. :wtf:

:ttiwwp:

:popcorn:

tm golf guy · « **Reply #57 on:** June 29, 2009, 12:21:18 am »

Great pics JR! I think Pure745 has some to put up. I'll put pictures of my stuff up as soon as it shows up.

Hats off to everyone at Studio B for putting on such a great event. Also a big thanks to the PutterTalk guys for making me and my dad feel so welcome. It was great to meet everyone, and I hope to do it again next year.

Mr. Doug · « **Reply #58 on:** June 29, 2009, 07:54:00 am »

Here's one of my ashtray.

Mr. Doug · « **Reply #59 on:** June 29, 2009, 07:55:16 am »

...a few of my new gamer.

Mr. Doug · « **Reply #60 on:** June 29, 2009, 08:00:06 am »

...and here are two of the 10-15 new covers they had.

you had to buy a copper putter to get one, and the other was in the freebie bag. (Along with some other stuff I'll let someone else post a pic or two of.)

Dustin · « **Reply #61 on:** June 29, 2009, 08:09:29 am »

Wow...those headcovers look great. Really like this years "social" headcover. Hopefully more pics start coming in.

Doug, what is etched on the sole of the putter?

JimmyGalls · « **Reply #62 on:** June 29, 2009, 08:18:14 am »

I had a camera with me the entire social and didn't take a single picture. I was having too much fun with all the guys.

Will post my thoughts on the event, guys, putters, facility, etc soon!

Jim

cueist · « **Reply #63 on:** June 29, 2009, 08:43:37 am »

Doug,

New putter, looks good.
Ashtray, looks good.
but
The Frank Lloyd Wright inspried Soical Headcover is awesome!

Jim

potuna · « **Reply #64 on:** June 29, 2009, 08:54:23 am »

As soon as it's light out I'll post some pics of my new gamer.

JimmyGalls · « **Reply #65 on:** June 29, 2009, 09:18:39 am »

Everyone knows my past relationship with the T.P. Mills Co. That relationship took me to Mr. Doug's "Dr. Sago" event, where I met Keith, Jimmy & Nick. Since that event I consider each of those gentlemen a friend. When my relationship to the T.P. Mills company came to an end, Keith extended an invitation to this year's Bettinardi Social. It took some convincing to the wife with the newborn at home, but finally she gave in.

The event...

One word describes the social... CLASS. From the outside cigar lounge with leather sofas, to the food, to the bar, to the gifts (personalized towel, personalized buckle, headcover), etc.

The facility...

Not sure if you all know, but Bettinardi items aren't the only items manufactured at this facility. Keith stated that these other items require accuracy within a human hair and that they carry this precision/technology to their putters. Doesn't get much better then that. The manufacturing floor is extremely impressive and nice to know that everything is done in house...except for finishes.

The fitting lab is fantastic. Spent a bunch of time up there watching Ben fit people and making adjustments to their Bettinardi's on the spot. The results were impressive.

The putters...

One word... WOW. While I was a bit dissapointed there were no JAM's

, the putters there were absolutely fantastic. The variety of models, finishes, materials, & engravings were fantastic. I think we were all like kids in a candy store. As a relative newbie to Bettinardi putters, I was blown away.

On Saturday, I used one of Jimmy's JAMs. It was my first 18 hole round with a high end Bettinardi and I really enjoyed it. It featured the fit face and I'm a fan of this face. The greens were pretty darn fast and I felt like I had control of the ball on the greens all day. Made some bombs too...including the longest putt on 18, which happened to be for bird.

I have a flamed DASS JAM with a fit face on the way...very excited.

The guys...

You can't find any better group of guys then Keith, Ben, Jimmy, Nick, Bob, Glenn, etc. I think they made everyone feel like they were a friend of the company, not just a customer.

Thanks again for everything boys...can't wait to come back

potuna · « **Reply #66 on:** June 29, 2009, 09:35:18 am »

Great post Jimmy, now give me back my driver.

jgallus · « **Reply #67 on:** June 29, 2009, 09:37:37 am »

What a great night !!!! Excellent food, drink and company. Bob and his staff did an outstanding job hosting a marvelous event. I bet it was hectic organizing it, but you couldn't tell, at all. it was great meeting all the Putter Talk folks and putting faces with avatars.

I'll post pictures of the Flamed DASS BB8 I got, as soon as it arrives from the Studio. Thanks to everyone involved in making it a special night.

jr · « **Reply #68 on:** June 29, 2009, 09:39:49 am »

Quote from: KDMullins on June 28, 2009, 11:44:20 pm

The lack of putter pics in this thread is stunning. I can't believe it's almost midnight (EST) on the Sunday night after the social, and there's not ONE picture of a full-sized putter in this thread. :wtf:

:ttiwwp:

:popcorn:

As posted above the only time the putters were able to be seen was when you had to be quick and "grab" what you wanted to buy and then the putters were moved to shipping out of the room. Hence, if anyone was standing around taking pictures they would have been shut out from buying any putters they really wanted. Hopefully those that purchased putters will take some photos and post them once they receive them later this week or next week. Everything I purchased or was given (welcome package) was given to be shipped as I had no room in my travel bag for anything other than what I brought with me.

JimmyGalls · « **Reply #69 on:** June 29, 2009, 09:42:08 am »

Quote from: potuna on June 29, 2009, 09:35:18 am

Great post Jimmy, now give me back my driver.

HAHA... no. See my WITB below. YOURS needs to be updated. :laugh:

Send me pm with $$$ or I'll ship you the adams

Pete...always a pleasure seeing you my friend.

potuna · « **Reply #70 on:** June 29, 2009, 09:58:26 am »

Quote from: JimmyGalls on June 29, 2009, 09:42:08 am

Quote from: potuna on June 29, 2009, 09:35:18 am
Great post Jimmy, now give me back my driver.

HAHA... no. See my WITB below. YOURS needs to be updated. :laugh:

Send me pm with $$$ or I'll ship you the adams

Pete...always a pleasure seeing you my friend.

Jimmy
I got a good laugh from that one. I see you updated your WITB and I did as well. See you didn't go home empty handed but only you could go to a putter event and come home with a driver. It's always a blast getting together my friend, pm coming.
Pete

potuna · « **Reply #71 on:** June 29, 2009, 10:19:10 am »

Here's a new gamer I picked up. Ben bent and regripped it for me at the social.
I had it out on the course the next day. My copper BB-8 is at the studio so John I mean Glen can bead blast the top. Sorry the pictures don't show how awesome the black prism finish and micro honeycomb are.

Dustin · « **Reply #72 on:** June 29, 2009, 10:23:27 am »

WOWOW Pete, that is an awesome stick. Can't wait to see some more of the stuff from the Social. LOVE the micro-honeycomb. Would love it on a sweet BB2?!?!

Ty · « **Reply #73 on:** June 29, 2009, 10:54:15 am »

Looking forward to the pictures!

jgallus · « **Reply #74 on:** June 29, 2009, 11:00:26 am »

I'm not sure how many putters were left at the end of the night, but there was a dozen or two still available at 10:00. I think Jimmy and Nick will have them for sale on their sites, once everything has calmed down.

Pure745 · « **Reply #75 on:** June 29, 2009, 11:51:29 am »

Thank you all for putting this on. It was great meeting you all and the Bettinardi staff and Mr. Bettinardi himself made me feel welcomed and appreciated for being a part of the Social. The golf, new freinds, amazing putters, cigars etc.. left nothing to be desired on this trip. Great event, I look forward to next year and now talking w/ you all on this forum.

Tai

bruinmw · « **Reply #76 on:** June 29, 2009, 12:10:22 pm »

Very nice looking putter, Pete. I really like the hc also. Finish looks awesome on it. :thumb:

cueist · « **Reply #77 on:** June 29, 2009, 12:22:05 pm »

Pete,

Awesome BB-8!!!

You're going to really like the micro-honeycomb. I have that on my BB-1 LongNeck and it is awesome.

Jim

KDMullins · « **Reply #78 on:** June 29, 2009, 01:03:28 pm »

That BB8 is outstanding...So simple, and yet so NASTY!

KDMullins · « **Reply #79 on:** June 29, 2009, 01:05:03 pm »

I love the round neck, too, Mr. Doug. It would look even better with a sight line!

Mr. Doug · « **Reply #80 on:** June 29, 2009, 02:41:49 pm »

Here's the best pic.

Glenn: Sleeping

Ben: Choaking

Jimmy: Smiling for the camera like a good boy.

JimmyGalls · « **Reply #81 on:** June 29, 2009, 02:55:35 pm »

Ben looks to be in deep thought.... "Hmmm snapped the head off my driver that I bought yesterday. Need a new driver.... Hmmmmm"

drchipinski · « **Reply #82 on:** June 29, 2009, 03:01:10 pm »

Jimmy rules!

potuna · « **Reply #83 on:** June 29, 2009, 04:01:02 pm »

Who are these guys?

JimmyGalls · « **Reply #84 on:** June 29, 2009, 04:30:07 pm »

Jimmy has a bunch of great photos. I'm sure he'll post here or on his site soon.

Jim

apprenti23 · « **Reply #85 on:** June 29, 2009, 04:34:52 pm »

damn it!

can't believe i forgot all about this!!! glad to hear everyone had a blast this year! can't wait to see the rest of the pics!

JimmyGalls · « **Reply #86 on:** June 29, 2009, 04:50:35 pm »

Forgot to mention... Bob's golf course is fantastic. Beautiful clubhouse, facility, course and the conditions were perfect. Really enjoyed it.

Jake barnes · « **Reply #87 on:** June 29, 2009, 05:06:39 pm »

Quote from: potuna on June 29, 2009, 04:01:02 pm

Who are these guys?

Pete-

Nice pics! I'm the one in yellow in the first pic... and the picture makes it look like I fell asleep.

I assure you, Doug is a lot of fun to talk with and I didn't pass out while doing so! Clearly I'm just deeply enjoying one of the many cigars that were being distributed.

That BB8 is amazing that you ended up getting. The micro with the black prism looked gorgeous in person on that piece. Can't wait to see pictures from everyone else from the event!

Peter

tpariff · « **Reply #88 on:** June 29, 2009, 05:20:48 pm »

Quote from: Mr. Doug on June 29, 2009, 02:41:49 pm

Here's the best pic.

Glenn: Sleeping

Ben: Choaking

Jimmy: Smiling for the camera like a good boy.

Looks like Jimmy is enjoying a side of Mayo with some crackers while the other gents are eating "real" food!

Kevin

potuna · « **Reply #89 on:** June 29, 2009, 05:28:43 pm »

Quote from: Jake barnes on June 29, 2009, 05:06:39 pm

Quote from: potuna on June 29, 2009, 04:01:02 pm
Who are these guys?

Pete-

Nice pics! I'm the one in yellow in the first pic... and the picture makes it look like I fell asleep. I assure you, Doug is a lot of fun to talk with and I didn't pass out while doing so! Clearly I'm just deeply enjoying one of the many cigars that were being distributed.

That BB8 is amazing that you ended up getting. The micro with the black prism looked gorgeous in person on that piece. Can't wait to see pictures from everyone else from the event!

Peter

Peter,
It looks like Doug is giving you the death stare. Hey wake up MF lol

Venno · « **Reply #90 on:** June 29, 2009, 06:04:25 pm »

Some Accessories From the Social..... Everyone got a custom Cover, Players Towel, and Belt Buckle!

For sale were copper and aluminum brown divot and ballmarkers.....

I should have some putters listed tonight that made it through the weekend. Out of 198 putters made for the show, we sold nearly 150! It was a great show and there were some unreal putters, pics to come shortly

bambi380 · « **Reply #91 on:** June 29, 2009, 06:09:49 pm »

Quote from: Mr. Doug on June 29, 2009, 08:00:06 am

...and here are two of the 10-15 new covers they had.

you had to buy a copper putter to get one, and the other was in the freebie bag. (Along with some other stuff I'll let someone else post a pic or two of.)

An atomic Bohr Cu cover............WOW!

:thumb:

jr · « **Reply #92 on:** June 29, 2009, 06:32:41 pm »

http://www.puttertalk.com/community/index.php/topic,16749.msg163877.html#msg163877

The photos in the post I linked to (Doug's post) were not taken at the Social. Those photos are from Doug's office. Look at all the putters! He has a putting green in there too. He putts while he talks on the phone which means he putts for 6 to 8 hours a day. lol

Venno · « **Reply #93 on:** June 29, 2009, 06:50:22 pm »

Ok how about some buckles now!

Milled Aluminum Bronze and 110 Copper

cueist · « **Reply #94 on:** June 29, 2009, 06:56:29 pm »

Nick,

Great stuff!!!

Jim

Venno · « **Reply #95 on:** June 29, 2009, 07:20:28 pm »

A few for the leftys!

johndeere10 · « **Reply #96 on:** June 29, 2009, 07:27:41 pm »

Any of those around 370g? :w00t:

Very nice putters and accessories!!! :thumb:

Venno · « **Reply #97 on:** June 29, 2009, 07:33:58 pm »

370 lefty or righty?

johndeere10 · « **Reply #98 on:** June 29, 2009, 07:43:29 pm »

370 Lefty of course!!!

iballman · « **Reply #99 on:** June 29, 2009, 08:00:14 pm »

Quote from: apprenti23 on June 29, 2009, 04:34:52 pm

damn it!

can't believe i forgot all about this!!! glad to hear everyone had a blast this year! can't wait to see the rest of the pics!

I was asking everyone where you were all weekend!!! BTW, you should have heard how loud Bob was when the Beckham won the game for the White Sox on Sat. Our ear drums are still bleeding.

Author Topic: 2009 Bettinardi Summer Social (Read 8319 times)