Nice video john.... cool topic that i have never seen covered 👊👍

Appreciate you doing this. THANK YOU!

@SwingFit

2 жыл бұрын

Anytime

Well, this is a timely video - almost like you heard the question marbles rattling around in my skull last week.

@bloombeards812

3 жыл бұрын

Lol

Hey Bandit if we are the reason the channel was created ... don’t tell them our better halves have banned us from using tools and flammable products because I thought this was video is our way back. #golfdiy 👍 Thanks for Sharing.

The way you solve the tee chasing with BirTee is to tie a shoelace to the bottom of the tee and tuck it under the mat so the tee flies, but not very far and no wooden tee bits all over. Do not use a flat shoelace because they will wind up like mad - use a round lace and they do not wind up. Nice mat video - I make my hitting mats with this process and they are awesome!

@SwingFit

Жыл бұрын

Awesome suggestion, and thanks for the tips

Great vid John, many thanks for all the info. though it might have been a cool idea to mention that you may need to wear some form of safety headgear, for when you wife/partner/significant other realises that you have chopped up her favourite Yoga mat!🤦‍♂️

@SwingFit

3 жыл бұрын

So true.

This is a great idea being I already have the country club elite I think I’m going to add the yoga mat just for more shock absorption is a little thicker than the one you have here already but after hitting a while my wrist are a little sore

@SwingFit

2 жыл бұрын

It really does help. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel

@MsMadi05

2 жыл бұрын

@@SwingFit I study went to Walmart and they didn’t have the yoga mad in quarter inch but they had a fitness mat in half inch so I did that and it does make a difference , thank you I love the feel when I hit down more

Thanks for this! Hoping to build the perfect home practice setup. One interesting supplier is one that Michael Breed has mentioned on his show recently. They do lots of commercial work. Elite Synthetic Surfaces is their name, I believe. Haven't decided on my exact mat yet though.

Great video. I have a home skytrak setup, and as you know, you have to hit from a very similar spot each time. I have a hard mat now, and looking to get a more realistic feel. But, something that lasts also. You have any idea of how many iron hits this will take? Of course we aren't Great golfers, so we hit fat more than normal.. any input would be appreciated.

@SwingFit

2 жыл бұрын

I think I understood the question. Matt’s will break down and get softer over time, and I kind of like going a little firm at first with the understanding that this will happen. Generally the break in period is about 500-1000 swings before the fibers start breaking down, and that’s usually where the Matt’s we use really comes to life

Thanks. Very good information. The yoga mat you use is 1/4" thick. I am looking at one that is 5/8" thick. Is more better or would the mat become too spongy?

@SwingFit

Жыл бұрын

Too spongy. We just need a little extra layer of forgiveness but not so much that is becomes too soft. Great question.

I subbed purely for the friendly accent.

@SwingFit

Жыл бұрын

Thanks my man…

I know I’m a few years late, doesn’t cutting out the yoga mat to make room for the cardboard/tape just remove all of the extra cushion right where you need it? If not, couldn’t you just use cardboard under the whole mat? And if he yoga mat is better than the cardboard, why not use a section of yoga mat wrapped in tape(to keep the tee from ripping through)?

@SwingFit

Күн бұрын

So not really, that was really only used for when hitting the driver. So you would never come into contact with the Matt. Since then I’ve switched to the new BirtTees. Those things have been phenomenal.

John, do you allow for different surface types in the bay? Sandy type surface (very spongy) or thicker for rough simulation?

@SwingFit

2 жыл бұрын

That’s a really good question and originally we had several types of surfaces but realized quickly is that it just introduces another variable to in an attempt minimize the variances we simply have one type of hitting surface.

Just came accross this as i am looking into building my own mat, have you tested it with using 1 or 2 layers of carpet pad under the mat instead of yoga mat? any thoughts this was my first thought when i was thinking it through before i seen your video with the yoga mat

@SwingFit

2 жыл бұрын

Haven’t tested it with carpet, the only thing you want to be mindful of is the overall thickness that you run into when using different materials the yoga Matt is what I found to work really well but I say it couldn’t hurt to test and try.

I am sure you tried fiberbuilt in your testing. What were your thoughts on that and how does this compare? I like the injury prevention but feels ummm different let’s say at impact. Hard to describe. Might try making a hitting strip out of this to try.

@SwingFit

3 жыл бұрын

Wasn’t a fan of the sectional pieces of the Fiber built platform system, just to harsh of a feel. The tee line Mat was better, but I never been a fan of the stance Matt and hitting mat being the same material.

@brentschmidt4270

3 жыл бұрын

@@SwingFit John, I really appreciate all of your advice. You mention that you have tested the fiber built mat and don’t care for it. I appreciate that feedback because they are certainly not inexpensive and I’m glad to not waste money on it. Have you tested the real feel country club elite? Par2pro sells a 10” by 30” piece for $67.19 and a 20” by 36” piece for $134.28. I have watched lots of your videos and trust your opinion and wanted it on this. Thanks, Brent.

Nice mat on it's own. Accepts tees so I won't be drilling a hole in a $200 golf mat. Thanks for the info!

@SwingFit

Жыл бұрын

Heard you there, we did the wooden tee thing for a while and just got tired of picking up splinters and chasing the plastic tees after every shot. With that said it’s a great option for those who would like to try. Thanks for sharing.

@michaeltaylor7996

Жыл бұрын

@@SwingFit Bush tees bruh!

Thanks John!! I'll call/text you (you've been warned lol)

can you putt on this mat or is it too soft for the ball to roll smoothly thru? i have a skytrak so I have to hit at the same spot everytime and when playing a round on The Golf Club we do putt (with 6 ft gimmes)

@SwingFit

2 жыл бұрын

You can putt but it’s really meant more for full swings, when we do putter fits we move to a different area and the turf is more firmer.

Could you help with a few follow up questions? ever tried a “premium” mat like EZ Tee, if so, how does this compare? Do you have any padding under the hitting strip in your floor? (Like besides the yoga mat) How long does a trip last you? Thanks!

@SwingFit

Жыл бұрын

No additional padding other than yoga Matt, about a year but that’s constant use so 25-30 fits a week, and the only other Matt’s I tried and liked are the synthetic turf international eztee line Matt’s. I would order a 4x4 and make 4-2x2’s

I don't know man, doesnt seem lkke much savings over just buying a premium mat which will last indefinitely. I practice 3 to 4 times a day and have done so for 2.5 years on my mat, no signs of wear at all. It's called Country Club Elite. It was pricey but worth it.

@SwingFit

Жыл бұрын

They are pretty good for sure

What kind of cable are you using with your GC Quad? Looks like a Y adapter? Looks cleaner and would like one for my unit 😬

@SwingFit

Жыл бұрын

Here is the link on Amazon. Cable Matters Inline Passive Power Injector Over Ethernet (PoE Injector and PoE Splitter Kit) in Black a.co/d/hkTjDRc

@armandoserranojr.4962

Жыл бұрын

@@SwingFit what’s the advantage of using this over the usb-c cable and power cord- cleaner look?

Does the matzilla turf leave residue on the bottom of your clubs?

@SwingFit

Жыл бұрын

They have recently changed their fibers and the last Matt I got was way softer and did leave residue

How’s the durability on this? How often should you swap it out?

@SwingFit

3 жыл бұрын

Here is the great thing this thing last is about a year and that is everyday high use. Basically you treat the Matt as if it has 4 sections Front left back left, front right back right. And all you are going to do is rotate which section you hit out of. So say month 1 hit front left, month 2 back left, then month 3 front right, month 4 back right, then rotate Matt 180 and start over hitting the shots in the opposite direction of the first 4 months. Hope this made sense.

Awesome vid John but PLEASE use a respirator. Your breathing into your lungs and organs chemicals that bond together whatever they touch and the LAST thing your lungs or you need is a lifetime being shortened for a very very simple matter of a few extra seconds to put on a respirator and a few dollars. Just a recommendation by someone speaking from experience . Keep up the great vids and live a long healthy life to golf into the sunset my man !

@SwingFit

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback and suggestion, your 100% spot on and is one that we have already started to follow as a matter of fact…thanks again.

What do you use for the standing area?

@SwingFit

Жыл бұрын

We just have regular putting turf down and As long as you don’t wear golf cleats the turf is very durable and lasts a long time.

Can you talk about simulators

@SwingFit

3 жыл бұрын

Not a bad idea

I noticed a comment about the link being gone because mat was no longer available. Then another about the product changing and being softer. Just seeking some clarity. There appears to be a link again in your description. Is that mat still the one you recommend or is it now too soft?

@SwingFit

5 ай бұрын

We need to do another video as that link we referenced is no longer active. Stay tuned for a new release soon.

@Royoudo

5 ай бұрын

I guess I’m confused, the link works for the turf? Is it not good any more what would you direct us to? I am thinking of making this soon!

@SwingFit

5 ай бұрын

@@Royoudo if that link is still active then yes you can use this Matt. I just know for the longest time they were out of stock.

What’s the rest of the landing mat you have?

@SwingFit

2 жыл бұрын

The rest of the turf is just typical putting turf and we insert the hitting Matt in the middle

Where is the link for the artificial turf?

@SwingFit

Жыл бұрын

Looks like the company is no longer making them.

What do you use for your stance surface?

@SwingFit

3 жыл бұрын

We have putting turf down in our bays sitting on top of a 7/8 puzzle floor mat.

@ericklooster7472

3 жыл бұрын

@@SwingFit Thanks for the reply!

@dubbs1923

3 жыл бұрын

@@SwingFit Can you make a video of how to create a stance mat?

@brentschmidt6265

3 жыл бұрын

@@SwingFit Do you have a specific supplier that you get the putting turf from?

@SwingFit

3 жыл бұрын

@@brentschmidt6265 we use synthetic turf international, the NP50 model. It’s not the cheapest but without question one of the best

You should move your arms more when you talk.

@SwingFit

3 жыл бұрын

Could be my ADD, Mountain Dew, or just trying to swat flies, not sure which....