The 2008 Hickory Disc Golf Classic will be September 6 and 7. We filled up last year, so don't wait too long. Entry includes meals both days. This year will have the premier of a new par 4 placement never played until the first round of the tournament.

Go to Hickory Disc Golf (http://hickorydiscgolf.com) for details and link to online registration.

Dan

This year will have the premier of a new par 4 placement never played until the first round of the tournament.





Boo how do you know if it will even be a good placement. I think it needs to get some play to see if it needs any tweaking. might be a SS mission one night

This year will have the premier of a new par 4 placement never played until the first round of the tournament.





Boo how do you know if it will even be a good placement. I think it needs to get some play to see if it needs any tweaking.



Agreed.

Not playing a new hole before a tournament is not a good idea.

It's the same thing as when you put a new course in some people make the mistake of pouring pads. You should always wait a while and make sure the course is the way you want it. Most courses are not in thier first design.

Also the pad on #3 HAS BEEN LENGTHED in the front by 2 feet and resurfaced, just needs to be framed in the front for a follow through and it will be done.

then on to 13s nightmare pad

Sponsorship still availabe at three different levels

This course was a blast to play last year. i will definetly see if i can get my butt to the mountains again this year.

Wanna play, looking for intrest in sharing a hotel for 2 nights.

Mini Thumber, a pretty good rec player ;)
Leader of the Bagger Cup, and 1 back in the Hooter Cup, and I kno, Hickory has a Hooters

OK, full disclosure. We have played the placement with a temp 4x4 post target. We installed a sleeve and the first time it will be played with a basket will be at the Classic. Locals do not get any extra play (although smart ones would practice their upshots). There are 3 dead trees to remove to get it tournament ready.

This will also be a very seasoned tournament as we expect 6 to 8 Advanced Grandmasters, plus a good Pro Masters and Adv Masters turnout.

Dan- i feel this is a poor decision and will discuss it with you in person. Remember I've got me some keys and could move it for about 2 hours to learn the shot or maybe not.

Brad might I recommend playing to the post. Just because there isn't a basket there doesn't mean you can't throw to it and test it out.

And if anyone is curious yes there will be at least 1 box of TP given away this year.

GOT TO LOVE MEALS BOTH DAZE

what hole is it?

I'm assuming they are talking about 9.

CORRECT. SS MIGHT JUST B THE 1ST TOMORROW NIGHT. WE`LL TAKE 12ER

You gotta love a good Hickory Classic par 54 course! The good ol' days. :cool: And what ever happened to people jumping off Rosta's roof? Will Wilson repeat? We're only one month away!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It's CLASSIC!

Should be a great first weekend of dove season as always. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif :D

Should be a great first weekend of dove season as always.


Hopefully I'll be hitting some birdies myself. Gonna miss you Jamie.

Looks like we'll have at least 10 Advanced Grandmasters!

THROW TWO ROUNDS GRAY, THEN APPLY BEN [censored]!

If you want to sponsor a hole for the next 12 months, let me know and I'll get you the details. Levels start at $30.

I can't believe they censored my Team Gray tag line. Maybe I should have said Aspircream or Icy Hot? :confused:

Still lookinf for a roomate to share cost!

I can't believe they censored my Team Gray tag line. Maybe I should have said Aspircream or Icy Hot.



I don't know Dan. Where were you intending that we apply the BenGray. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

Just signed up this morning for my first ever Hickraw Classic. Really looking forward to it. Brad, I'll be referring the dogs to you with any gripes they might have about no dove hunting that weekend. :cool:

I'll be glad to be the one they gripe at as long as your playn the Classic.

I bet he could get in a few shots prior to the players meeting. Let everyone know to wear orange when they are warming up! :D

I bet he could get in a few shots prior to the players meeting. Let everyone know to wear orange when they are warming up! :D



Yup, we could do that, but I'm betting not a one of you has as good a nose as Hazel. :D

Glad to hear you're game Jamie! Any other Yaddies playing? I know where there is a pool!

Glad to hear you're game Jamie! Any other Yaddies playing? I know where there is a pool!



When they take the blindfold off, watch that first step! The roof is on fire!

All in all sounds to me like men running around in the field with shotguns might be safer. Hmmmmm....... ;)

Trying to talk Stank-a-lank into it. Charlie and Luke Sealey most likely. I'll try to pin some others down this evening at BT and tomorrow at the ridge. :cool:

I've got a pretty big pond down the road you can swim in.

<font color="#eeeeff">shhh it was quiet in here! remember... mute and all!

really wish i could play this one.. still have yet to play hick-raw </font>

<font color="#eeeeff">shhh it was quiet in here! remember... mute and all!

really wish i could play this one.. still have yet to play hick-raw </font>



A PSA brought to you by Stack-the-Mute and the CDGC. :D

LOL... nice!

Just be sure to make time to catch the Yadkin County courses on the same trip. How long before you'll be back to playing?

not sure... since i'm in the US Dubs I should probably start to see though... with competition like Polish &amp; Lil Wiggins (aka naPOLEon ) partnering up its gonna be a good time!

Yadkin trip is long overdue... will probably do that one mixed with some wine touring.

bump

As of today, 33 entries. And the grandmaster division just keeps growing.

As of today, this grandmaster still looking for a roomate to share lodging costs

You registered under a pseudonym Rocky? :)

Dan,
I've got a bad foot, bad back, and my doctor is 90% sure I have carpal tunnel. Does that qualify me as a grandmaster?

who doesn't have those symptoms

Chris one of our local Y'ville youngun's was whining about his being tired during a round. I responded with, "Why hell, I've been tired since 1979." If you were even born in 1979 it's OK by me. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif :D:cool:

As of today, 33 entries. And the grandmaster division just keeps growing.


Where's Richard and the Doc

Four more onlne signups today. We are 41% full.

I expect 3 more GM's: RV, the Doc, and Bruce C. They should sign up this week.

Sorry for not supporting, but this bagger can't afford 2 entries, gas, hotel all the time ;)

I got to go out and play the course for the first time in about 6 years yesterday. The course is looking in really good shape. And the benches that are on some of the holes are really nice.

Are the baskets going to change locations from where they are currently or during the tourny?

I am still pondering if I am going to come play this tourny but I should have my decision by the end of the week.

Yes the baskets on 1,3,4,6,7,9,10,11, 16, and 18 will be moved during tournament. Rounds 1 and 2 in ling and 3,4 short

Freddie's landscaping is PHAT!

As of this morning, 11 Adv GM's registered and 11 Adv Youngun's registered. Pretty cool. I'll bring my 28 gauge, sit on the gravel bar on #7 and take left to right crossers. Should be big fun! :cool:

On 8/13 we are 49% full. Thanks to those signing up early.

NO, you gotta have periodic leakage, then you May.

Rock, you probably should include the quote to which you are responding. You got one huge "huh :confused:" from me until I went back to the original post.

Dan, I thought I signed up Nathan "Loudmouth" Keller from Casheville yesterday, I don't see him on list

Rock, you probably should include the quote to which you are responding. You got one huge "huh :confused:" from me until I went back to the original post.



Right, thanks Dan, you get a freee mulligan ...LOL Memory is also a sign of Old Pharts..LOL

BS, just posted NK 10 minutes ago.

That makes 50 of 90 available slots taken.

60 % full, and TWELVE Grandmasters. By my check, except for the 7 GMs in the Chapel Hill event, no other B tier in NC had more than 2 GMs this Summer.

Hope I can be # 13 GM. :)

how many be in dis event now?

1 Less after Ju sign up

JU geis need werk on yo engleesh sew qui kan undurstand ya/

This Bagger coming to Hickory to handle some business :cool:

Workday this weekend to finish new pad on 13 and cleanup. Course will be put in the long.

Dan- PVC is stuck on long 6 and full on debris may need an auger again. I will be moving 7 before dubs on Weds. and would really like to move 9 to see what trim n needs to be done at turn.

Freddy and Big Dale already trimmed some on #9. There are two dead trees we hope to drop, otherwise it is ready to go, even if tight on the left near the walking path.

Yes they got by the basket but some limbs on the turn need to be trimmed back.( the celing is too low and shabby) While peeps are burying bodies in the hole on 13 I'll take care of this maybe even thursday night.

Still feel we need to play this hole too. I think it might get more complaints if it's fresh. Plus we need a little homecourse advantage

Sorry I can't come out and help with the maintenance but I'm being forced to go to College and consume vast amounts of alcohol. What a cruel world we live in.

Hopefully you finally found some good beers to drink.

Looks like 29 spots left and not many Pros to take this added cash o well might just move on up for this one.

Will John Reep be there...... :D
:D

Sorry I can't come out and help with the maintenance but I'm being forced to go to College and consume vast amounts of alcohol. What a cruel world we live in.



.......and your age, sir?
RDADD
;)

There you go Dawg, gettin personal . Will see ya soon...LOL

where the pros at? This tournament is a fun one and always has a great open field!

As an incentive because of my hand I might not be able to actually play at the tournament but I will be getting pictures if not. So you if you want some good pictures of yourself playing disc golf, sign up!

or you quit

where the pros at?



<font color="red"> I think YOU know the answer to that one... </font>

Field is up to 65. Just 25 spots left. Will have an estimate of cash to be added to pro purse Thursday. So far that $500+++ will be split among only four or five cashing pros.

Where's hohasen someone has to take 2nd

MJ has a phobia against nosepickers!

Where are you Big Wig? Make it an even 14. :cool:

Thanks Jaime!

My back has been bothering me a lot when I disc golf. As you know, I had disc surgery last winter, but I think I went back to disc golf too quickly. I'm cutting back for awhile in hopes of healing the problem so I don't have the sciatica pains pretty much every day.

Thankfully things held out long enough to allow me to play with David Jr consistantly until he got to the point where he is, and thankfully we now have many great disc golf friends like you and Rocky and Wyatt, etc. who can help out.

Dave

I was afraid that might be the case. Had heard it was bothering you again. Take your time, give it a chance to resolve..... at least as much as it will. We'll keep a course or two open until you can get back to it. Not to be insensitive or anything, but do you think you'll be able to caddy for some other old farts? Not asking for myself as much as Rocky, you understand. :D

Good suggestion, r-dog. DW-Sr can use the shopping cart someone threw into the creek next to hole #5. It should easily hold five bags, and maybe even a tired GM.

Only 21 spots left. We may fill up sometime next week. I'll try to turn off online registration as soon as I get entry # 90, but there may be up to a 48 hour lapse. Check here before registering online to see if there are any spots left.

slight thread drift for a good cause:

http://www.rockandrollhighschool.org/

Disc Golf Benefit Concert (http://www.rockandrollhighschool.org/)

so does this mean you are coming? We need some more roof divers

OK guy's, Thirsty Disk, and PuddleDawg, I shall increase your beatdown by 2 strokes. Dr Wiggins will not play in this tnmt simply because he fears this. You guys probably have lost sleep, since you seen the Mini Thumber register, right? It's ok, it happens to many. I am, the leader of the Baggers Cup, and currently in 2nd place, only behiind 1 match, in the Hooters Cup, which I intend to tie it up at the Oak Holler. Count sheep, that may help......LOL ;)

Thanks David. Thats is what Friends are for. To help each other.

Isn't it great that you can pick your friends,
since you can't pick you family.

Pick your friends,
but not to pieces.

Got five more pre-regs which I'll post tonight. That leaves 15 spots. Don't get left out. The pro add-in is at least $650.

any more Pros

Registration at 80. Only 10 spots left.

We have 11 pros total, 9 in open.

Please waitlist me.

Anthony Gale #25828

LOOKS LIKE THE ONLY WAY IN IS IF U MAKE TO DANS TONITE OR GET TO DUBS EARLY TOMOR

Ant, you are on the wait list. Your chances are good if you can get me your payment sometime before Monday night.

I turned off online registration late last night (Friday) as I had calls and emails from people who had "checks in the mail". I did not want to oversell online if we had sold out offline, which I thought was the case. Well, the USPS did not deliver any more entry payments today, so there are five spots left. The first five payments I receive get the spots. . If you can get someone to deliver payment at UFO Sunday dubs, your chances are very good. I know folks tried to sign up online, but due to the delay in rectifying online and offline registrations (think "overdrawing a two party check-book"), I decided to sell the last few spots in the medium in my control. At the time, I thought we actually were full, and those checks may arrive Monday, but there is a window for those that can get me their $$. I apologize to those disapointed online, but I did not want to tell someone that their online registration did not count because we turned off online reg too late. .

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. The Hickory Disc Golf Classic is full at 94 players. Thanks for the great response. We have set several Hickory Classic records, including quickest to fill, first Senior Grandmasters Division, most Juniors, and most Grandmasters.

There is no waiting list. Thanks to those who wanted to play but tried too late. Hope to see you next year. If I get any more entries in the mail I shall contact them with the bad news

Don't forget Random Draw Doubles on Friday, Sept.5, tee off at 5 PM.

Great job DAN! Goes to show what a lot of hard work and determination can accomplish. Keep up the GOOD WORK!

I had the pleasure to get down there and play the course today, and it just keeps getting better and better! Not just the course, but the UFO club, the support for disc golf, the Classic. Looking foward to it!

Looking forward to it Dan. Biggest Grandmaster field I've ever seen. Dubs on Friday? Bedbug free motel recommendations? :D

This is the closest and bug free

http://www.travelforecaster.com/hotelinf...kLogID=49794418 (http://www.travelforecaster.com/hotelinfo/Hickory/NC/USA/26061/?trafficID=-1#trafficLogID=533571461&amp;visited=true&amp;clickLogID=4 9794418)

I saw the tournament has 94. Is there an added hole or a ghost card or something along those lines?

No added holes. Jrs only play on Sunday so there might be a ghost group then if noone drops out.

ah ok cool. Thanks Brad.

Bedbug free motel recommendations?

Ooch!

Might have to just crash on Bradley's floor RD, and then you only have to worry about the Sharpie monster! ;)

Bedbug free motel recommendations?

Ooch!


That's what happens when you take advise from a Mountain Hippy they concerned them bugs pets.

Bedbug free motel recommendations?

Ooch!



Not casting aspersions my friend. Could have just as easily happened in, oh, say, Calcutta. ;) /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif :D Yet another reason disc golf isn't big in India, although as tournie names go, The Mumbai Monsoon Classic might be a winner. :D

Just to clear something up here. Jamie found bed bugs at the Nations Inn in West Jefferson (during the Throwdown weekend) :eek: Sorry! Up to that point, it had been a very friendly hotel in our area that I've always recommended to any visitors, including my parents. Ignorance is bliss. Definitely not recommending them anymore! Glad we are having a new hotel built and opening up very soon!

BS, you should of seen some of the bugs I've seen out in our loft where you sleep. We do clinical research in there. :D

BS, you should of seen some of the bugs I've seen out in our loft where you sleep. We do clinical research in there. :D



Now dat was some funny chat........ :D

Might have to just crash on Bradley's floor RD, and then you only have to worry about the Sharpie monster! ;)



I'm thinking bedbugs might be less permanent. :D

River-mutt,

I just got confirmation with the Quality Inn to which Brad linked in an earlier post. They agreed to be our host hotel.
They will have a block of rooms at $69 + tax for us, just say you are a disc golfer when reserving/registering. Breakfast included. It is a nice hotel and you won't need to wear your flea collar.
Their number is 828-421-2100. They are 3 miles North of I-40 (exit 123) on US Hwy 321 on the West side of the four lane.

That's why I let Juff sleep on that futon and I brought my own. I know how the HIPPY rolls

This event is sponsored by OFF!

BTW, we have four spots left if someone wants to be an individual hole sponsor for the upcoming 12 months. Contact me by private message for details.

WOW THE HIPPIE and the hippy in the same event and no FENDER

ILL TAKE AN IND

WOW THE HIPPIE and the hippy in the same event and no FENDER



Could Fender's bus actually make it off the mountain? :o

This event is sponsored by OFF!



Not so fast P2. Cutter is negotiating a buy out. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

Contact Terminex for sponsorship.Could be a nice gig huh. :cool:

This event is sponsored by OFF!



Not so fast P2. Cutter is negotiating a buy out. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

HIGHLY unlikely w/ red alert for this one

Thanks Brad.

This event is sponsored by OFF!



Not so fast P2. Cutter is negotiating a buy out. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

HIGHLY unlikely w/ red alert for this one



Catawba County's Charlie Manson is taking care of it! And for the record, I am NOT involved in it at all!

This event is sponsored by OFF!



Not so fast P2. Cutter is negotiating a buy out. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

HIGHLY unlikely w/ red alert for this one



Catawba County's Charlie Manson is taking care of it! And for the record, I am NOT involved in it at all!



Well smack my a-- and call me Sharn (common spelling). /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

This event is sponsored by OFF!



Not so fast P2. Cutter is negotiating a buy out. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

HIGHLY unlikely w/ red alert for this one



Catawba County's Charlie Manson is taking care of it! And for the record, I am NOT involved in it at all!



Well smack my a-- and call me Sharn (common spelling). /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif



Were just a happy family living communal style.......honest! Come on by some time! ;)

This event is sponsored by OFF!



Not so fast P2. Cutter is negotiating a buy out. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

HIGHLY unlikely w/ red alert for this one



Catawba County's Charlie Manson is taking care of it! And for the record, I am NOT involved in it at all!



Well smack my a-- and call me Sharn (common spelling). /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif



Were just a happy family living communal style.......honest! Come on by some time! ;)



Cool. I'll bring my friend Squeaky. She's really quiet. You'll like her. :)

This event is sponsored by OFF!



Not so fast P2. Cutter is negotiating a buy out. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

HIGHLY unlikely w/ red alert for this one



Catawba County's Charlie Manson is taking care of it! And for the record, I am NOT involved in it at all!



Well smack my a-- and call me Sharn (common spelling). /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif



Were just a happy family living communal style.......honest! Come on by some time! ;)



Cool. I'll bring my friend Squeaky. She's really quiet. You'll like her. :)



HELTER SKELTER!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This event is sponsored by OFF!



Not so fast P2. Cutter is negotiating a buy out. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

HIGHLY unlikely w/ red alert for this one



Catawba County's Charlie Manson is taking care of it! And for the record, I am NOT involved in it at all!



Well smack my a-- and call me Sharn (common spelling). /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif



Were just a happy family living communal style.......honest! Come on by some time! ;)



Cool. I'll bring my friend Squeaky. She's really quiet. You'll like her. :)



HELTER SKELTER!!!!!!!!!!!!!



a lot of quoting going on.

This event is sponsored by OFF!



Not so fast P2. Cutter is negotiating a buy out. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

HIGHLY unlikely w/ red alert for this one



Catawba County's Charlie Manson is taking care of it! And for the record, I am NOT involved in it at all!



Well smack my a-- and call me Sharn (common spelling). /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif



Were just a happy family living communal style.......honest! Come on by some time! ;)



Cool. I'll bring my friend Squeaky. She's really quiet. You'll like her. :)



HELTER SKELTER!!!!!!!!!!!!!



a lot of quoting going on.


Yes there is

This event is sponsored by OFF!



Not so fast P2. Cutter is negotiating a buy out. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

HIGHLY unlikely w/ red alert for this one



Catawba County's Charlie Manson is taking care of it! And for the record, I am NOT involved in it at all!



Well smack my a-- and call me Sharn (common spelling). /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif



Were just a happy family living communal style.......honest! Come on by some time! ;)



Cool. I'll bring my friend Squeaky. She's really quiet. You'll like her. :)



HELTER SKELTER!!!!!!!!!!!!!



a lot of quoting going on.


Yes there is


Are you Sjur?

This event is sponsored by OFF!



Not so fast P2. Cutter is negotiating a buy out. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

HIGHLY unlikely w/ red alert for this one



Catawba County's Charlie Manson is taking care of it! And for the record, I am NOT involved in it at all!



Well smack my a-- and call me Sharn (common spelling). /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif



Were just a happy family living communal style.......honest! Come on by some time! ;)



Cool. I'll bring my friend Squeaky. She's really quiet. You'll like her. :)



HELTER SKELTER!!!!!!!!!!!!!



a lot of quoting going on.


Yes there is


Are you Sjur?



Bard-sitive?

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Not so fast P2. Cutter is negotiating a buy out. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

HIGHLY unlikely w/ red alert for this one



Catawba County's Charlie Manson is taking care of it! And for the record, I am NOT involved in it at all!



Well smack my a-- and call me Sharn (common spelling). /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif



Were just a happy family living communal style.......honest! Come on by some time! ;)



Cool. I'll bring my friend Squeaky. She's really quiet. You'll like her. :)



HELTER SKELTER!!!!!!!!!!!!!



a lot of quoting going on.


Yes there is


Are you Sjur?



Bard-sitive?


w hore-a-bull

This event is sponsored by OFF!



Not so fast P2. Cutter is negotiating a buy out. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

HIGHLY unlikely w/ red alert for this one



Catawba County's Charlie Manson is taking care of it! And for the record, I am NOT involved in it at all!



Well smack my a-- and call me Sharn (common spelling). /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif



Were just a happy family living communal style.......honest! Come on by some time! ;)



Cool. I'll bring my friend Squeaky. She's really quiet. You'll like her. :)



HELTER SKELTER!!!!!!!!!!!!!



a lot of quoting going on.


Yes there is


Are you Sjur?



Bard-sitive?


w hore-a-bull





w hore-(a)-mong-us

Please,please, stop the quoting. My scroll finger hurts. :p

Please,please, stop the quoting. My scroll finger hurts. :p



^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
BuZZkiller

Please,please, stop the quoting. My scroll finger hurts. :p



^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
BuZZkiller



Old Fart Buzzzkiller /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

? what happens when I get the ace tonite but noone else shows up. Should I bring a camera
Again thanks for the 250 in advance

It's a good day for flip flops and 1 disc

I'm coming up to caddy/video for the 25%. Curious as to how deep the water is there now too! The Doral course Cam put in is only playable by whitewater raft right now here in the QC!

The only hole that usually has a problem is fours fairway if storm drain is clogged. #5 if creek (it's not a river) too high
oh yeah right side of 3 but you shouldn't throw there anyway. No beach on 7 probably which I hope it's that way for the tourney

Who knows, tonight the bridges on the back nine might actually cross water. Don't we get a nice pond next to #14?

BTW, Freddy has done another steller job lining up sponsor cash and merch again this year. We will probably have two rounds of CTP's where each card has a winner. There will be plenty of Pepsi supplied Gatorade and H2O.

Who knows, tonight the bridges on the back nine might actually cross water. Don't we get a nice pond next to #14?


Never seen a pond on 14 however usually one by 9 pad but can be easier diverted

how many patron sponsors are there? Also I see quite a few more sponsors for the tourney now so has the added ceesh gone up or more free schwag? (like meals, ctps,PP, etc.)

Swag, baby, swag. Gift cards, t-shirts, hats, beveredges. Cash subsidizes meals, PP, trophies, my trip to Vegas (I wish!), etc.

After final Wed Dubs, there may be more cash for pro add-in. How much more do the 8 pros who are going to cash need to split? Right now there is a 175% pro payout! With player packs, AMs are getting 130% back. This is on top of the lunches provided.

Seems like a success already, being full, alot of added cash for all, lunch, course in great shape, ctps,

I need list for ace Pool

Yes, looks like you guy's did a great job. Can't wait to play this one again. With all the GM's on hand, maybe Geritol maybe could make a ghood ctp..LOL

There will be VIAGRA in all the GM's playa paks so you all can get up on Sunday morning for day two! ;)

Swag, baby, swag. Gift cards, t-shirts, hats, beveredges. Cash subsidizes meals, PP, trophies, my trip to Vegas (I wish!), etc.




Don't forget the nice UFO club koozies. Also Dan if you send me your address my dad will mail you the von Drehle Check. I'll pay my Indv. when I see you.

There will be VIAGRA in all the GM's playa paks so you all can get up on Sunday morning for day two! ;)



SEE, already gettin my monies worth...LOL. :)

There will be VIAGRA in all the GM's playa paks so you all can get up on Sunday morning for day two! ;)



SEE, already gettin my monies worth...LOL. :)



not to appear ungrateful, but isn't Cialis (r/tm) supposed to be good for 36 hours...... /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

There will be VIAGRA in all the GM's playa paks so you all can get up on Sunday morning for day two! ;)



SEE, already gettin my monies worth...LOL. :)



not to appear ungrateful, but isn't Cialis (r/tm) supposed to be good for 36 hours...... /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif



No offense RD, but we just couldn't handle all you old gize scaring the locals at full mast. Lots of non-discers use Glenn C. Hilton! :D

There will be VIAGRA in all the GM's playa paks so you all can get up on Sunday morning for day two! ;)



SEE, already gettin my monies worth...LOL. :)



not to appear ungrateful, but isn't Cialis (r/tm) supposed to be good for 36 hours...... /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif



No offense RD, but we just couldn't handle all you old gize scaring the locals at half mast. Lots of non-discers use Glenn C. Hilton! :D



No offense taken. Understandable. But with Cialis it's Full Mast. :eek: :D

oops sorry, you did give us credit for full mast. :o

g'night Gracie. :)

Cialis, 36 hours.When is an old phart supposed to nap, during nooners... :eek:

I think the key Mini-T is to take it right before round one so that it "lifts" you throughout the tourney "up" to the end. The awards ceremony should be preTTy funny though as you old timers start to "limp" up to get your prizes! :D

You got that right PP, as we limp. Age, does begin to show when you play Helckory. With all the cream's and ointments,and Rx's, we have a tendacy to "LIVEN UP" an awards ceremony..

I'm gonna walk....... like a camel. :D

Workday this Saturday to do the final course prep and clear the limbs that fell this week. Roc pushed over a tree on # 8 and nearly took out Ben and me. However, 3.5 inches of rain did clear the fairways of most of the leaves and sticks.

**** looks like I might not be able to make this one either. (But every days a workday) Will be out there on Monday to finish anything up though

Looks like we are spreading some mulch under the tables on #1. Today (Friday) around 1:30 PM. There will be a film crew from "Extreme Rakeover: Lawn Edition".
The mulch was processed in a custom machine built by the guys at "American Chipper".

SS will be playing new placement to night shhhhhhhhhhh

OK, since it will be a glow round, I guess we can still say no one has "seen" the new placement. Planning on dropping the dead tree in the long #9 fairway tomorrow.

Food bulletin: We are flipping the menu: Gepetto's Pizza on Saturday and chopped pork BBQ sandwiches on Sunday (with a vegy option for those who requested it).

Great workday today. Put finishing touches on #13 pad, rehabed the #4 planting area, and dropped the blocking trees in the long #9 fairway. During the upcoming week we need to spread some mulch, update the tee signs and do some final mowing as the rain has given the greenery new life. Looking like we are set up for the best Classic ever.

The bad news: The basket is in the new placement on number 9 and we played Sunday doubles to it, so it will not premiered at the Classic as planned.
The good news: It is playing as intended as a true par 4 and I like it. Of the 9 pairs who played today, there were four pars and five bogey fives. This hole punishes a failure to set up your approach shot. Length is 416 feet. An accurate drive and upshot can yield a birdie three.

All the baskets have been moved to the round one long positions. Only hole 18 will change (to the C position) for round two.

Don't forget Friday doubles will start promptly at 5 PM to beat the darkness and 8 PM park closure.

This will be a WET one, prepare. Hurricanes are lining up, and headed to Carolina.. :mad:

Hurricanes



Go Canes!!!

LOL....Yea them too.

Dan were there any putts for three that were missed. Auntie gale informed me after playing yesterday that there are still two trees that (to him) need to be removed. I know I missed another work day but is there anything that needs to be done. I plan on checking the hole out tonight if I don't work too late.

I am a big, fat whiner. That said, I think they should be removed. Nailing the landing area from the tee is no easy feat. I had a clear look at the basket but the 2 less-than-4" wide trees stood there laughing at me. MJ, Buddy and I played 2 rounds. On 9 we had one 3, three 4's and two 5's. Solid separation for the hole. Just consider the removal. I believe I would have had a three instead of a four the first round. In a long way, all I'm saying is I hit the landing zone, and I didn't have a good line for my upshot. All other scores on the hole would not have changed.

I see an easy rightie skip shot if you make the landing zone which I believe is 90% of the hole. Because if you're short or long it's a pitch to there. Were the trees on the right or left side. I remember talking to Freddie about the three hollys on the left and one tree hanging over on the right

The two trees sit in the middle (left side of middle) of the upshot line from the landing area of a good tee shot. Specifically, I was by the large Poplar(I think it's a Poplar) which is on the left side of the fairway from the tee. You pass right by it on your way to the next tee.

I am glad to get the feedback on long 9 and I know there will be much more. Right now it is a tough par 4 that punishes a less than very accurate setup shot which misses the narrow landing zone. I liken it to the 90 degree turns on Renny Gold # 7(at the entrance corner) and #17, or Hornet's # 16 (if that is the sharp left turn up the hill). Miss the small landing zone, it probably costs a stroke. The trees should stay for now and we shall see how it plays. If the feed back and scores make it seem too hard, we can act. As a hole gets played it gets easier as it gets beaten in. I don't think we should remove trees we can't replace until we know more.

so what's the deal if the weather turns out like they're forecasting? will we even attempt to play?

I only heard of showers and that was mostly on Friday. If no lightning we play on. A little rain won't hurt ya.

i know the rain won't hurt a bit. it's the other stuff associated with the storm that could make things interesting.

where are you getn your report obviously you don't know it never rains during the Classic

Since this TD has chosen to not keep a wait list and not give refunds due to the hurricane that is coming, I am left with only one option that the TD has told me I can do.

Myself and JJ are looking to sell our spots in this tournament. So we have 2 pro spots for sale.

If anyone is interested please contact me ASAP.

robertleonard01@yahoo.com
919-389-5780 (cell)
919-857-2139 (work)

Since this TD has chosen to not keep a wait list and not give refunds due to the hurricane that is coming, I am left with only one option that the TD has told me I can do.

Myself and JJ are looking to sell our spots in this tournament. So we have 2 pro spots for sale.

If anyone is interested please contact me ASAP.



By looking at this flyer (http://www.pixsvr.com/pics/pdgasignup/2008/Hickory%20Disc%20Golf%20Classic%2008%20FLYER.pdf), the TD did a good job publishing the refund policy for this event (btw....I see no "hurricane exception" clause.... ). Being that the refund expiration date(s) have come and gone, I'd be thankful the TD is allowing you the option to sell your spot. TD could have easily said "no refund for you" and either added cash to the division or chalked up your entry to tournament expenses, TD bonus, etc...

Maybe if I had known a hurricane was coming a few months ago when I signed up....

I would say that a hurricane is a pretty good excuse for a refund.

TDs want people to sign up for their events and then don't give refunds when stuff like this happens....I just don't understand it.

what is it that you don't understand the PDGA policy or how Dan is following it. I could sell both your spots tonight at dubs but...

Ah, come-on.....I lived in NC long enough to realize that an Atlantic hurricane will simply become a tropical depression by the time it reaches Hickory. :)

what is it that you don't understand the PDGA policy or how Dan is following it.



Competition Manual
Section 1.3 G (regarding withdrawl policies)
" These criteria may be relaxed at the discretion of the
Tournament Director."

we're only expecting showers. But I hate to see the defending champ not there. As for the side kick laaaaaaaaaaaaater.

we're only expecting showers. But I hate to see the defending champ not there. As for the side kick laaaaaaaaaaaaater.


You are great represetative of Hickory and UFO Brad!!

I think its funny that you are getting on me about refunds when I allowed to withdrawl from my tournament earlier this year.

I didn't withdrawl I transferred my money to someone else and the rest since he was in a lower division went to the purse.I will gladly let Dan know that you want to transfer your money to someone else. I also feel I do a good job of representing Hickory and UFO. and don't forget the SS (Patron sponsor of the Classic)

Sadrday forecast


Showers High
84�F

Precip
40%

Wind: WNW 11 mph
Max. Humidity: 77%
UV Index: 6 High


Sunrise: 7:01 AM ET
Avg. High: 82�F

Brad, it is a combination of the forecasted weather and a money issue. There was supposed to be another golfer joining us on a trip, but his plans changed. So the trip will cost more than we had planned. As for me, I have tons of school work that I need to take care of, something I didn't take into account that I probably should have. Also, Rob doesn't want to have to drive 3+ hours in the pouring rain, and neither do I. I would love to come being that I am the defending champ, but I think the reasoning behind changing my mind is clear. If you could sell both of our spots Brad, it would be greatly appreciated!!!! Thanks..

JJ

I know there were several people looking at dubs. Consider them sold. I know Howie will buy one and I'll buy the other. Did you pay on line or check, if check I'll have Dan destroy it unless he cashed it like he did several of my sponsored players

We paid via paypal.

Please paypal me the money (120) and we are good to go.

robertleonard01@yahoo.com

You are the man! Thanks for your help... I believe it was paid online Let me know if i need to give Dan or you any information.

JJ

JJ- I will know more after Dubs tonight and after talking to Howie and Shawn (local)

Brad,

If possible can you find someone to take my spot as well? Thanks Man!!!

Kirk

Looks like I'm the only person in Raleigh heading down. :(

Brad, I'll see if Jimi wants a spot.

My spot has been sold to Chris Howard.

Brad,

If possible can you find someone to take my spot as well? Thanks Man!!!

Kirk



I'll do my best. I have already gotten rid of two so one more shouldn't be hard

Thanks Brad!!!

I owe you a beer or two.

think i wrangled up the last one but there might be a small problem. AM difference of 20. let me know and I'll continue the search

YO dan this is why you have a waitlist. Might think about it for next year buzz

hats off to you BS (and Dan)... being very gracious in letting people drop out of the tourney and get a full refund (when if someone dropped just before the deadline of Aug 30th they would've only gotten 50%).

I think you and Dan are representing Hickory and NC disc golf very well by going above and beyond!

how great is NC... people want to back out of a tourney due to weather/school/others not going/etc and not only do they get their money back but theres such high demand for the tourney that theres no prob. filling those spots!

Wish you luck this weekend! Also wish I could go (and no that doesn't mean that I want to buy a spot ;)

YO dan this is why you have a waitlist. Might think about it for next year buzz



exactly.

If there wasn't so much added cash I'd sell my spot.

iF I bang the ace tonight I'll take care of both your spots

JJ, and Robert. You my friends are missing out on this opportunity to play 4 rounds of disc golf, meet new friends, and take a free shower, with a free blow dryer provided. What are you thinking. I'm bringing my Thong, and Irish Spring......Yea Baby

Cool Vanilla Hemi Time T-59hrs. Look Out Jamie.. :D

You bring your thong, I'll bring mine.

Clothes,Drinks,Disc's, Thong, ready to roll, Hanna who! :p

wish I could go



i retract my earlier statement now

so i guess you'll be showing off your 'mini thumber'... hmm?! :eek:

hope the sun shines for you guys (everyone.. not just the mini thongers)

I believe that both spots for Kirk and JJ are filled and that Dan will be taking care of getting your money back. Now Sheffys spot. Course is looks Great.

#9 is interesting. I came up a little short of the landing zone but my trusty partner Freddy was able to throw a S shot up to 23 away for the 3. Me being lefty had no shot from my drive. Placement is everything on this drive.

Auntie Gale- I saw the two trees that you are referring to. However those aren't supposed to be in the middle. The last time I saw this hole those trees were on the left edge of fairway with some hollys. Due to them taking out the holly trees, they now stand alone and seem to be in the fairway. There is plenty of room to go around them or hole would be too easy. I vote keep them. The two groups with me scored 3s.

J. Knox almost scored the 306 dollars yesterday by chaining out on 10 long. It was suck to watch from 11 teebox, I thought it was an up shot but still took the 25 CTP. Nice lefty shot got to love the local routes.

Dan how many spots for the Classic did the Wednesday Dubs end up paying?

Fair enough. Prudence is the best path. Can't un-cut a tree.

Can't un-cut a tree.



qft

JJ, and Robert. You my friends are missing out on this opportunity to play 4 rounds of disc golf, meet new friends, and take a free shower, with a free blow dryer provided. What are you thinking. I'm bringing my Thong, and Irish Spring......Yea Baby

Cool Vanilla Hemi Time T-59hrs. Look Out Jamie.. :D



Warning most appreciated Rock..... Thong??? Oh my.... Anybody wanna buy an AdvGM spot..... :p:D:D:D

And FREE PIGJIMI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D

See y'all Friday evening/Satiddy mawnin'.

I really dont think the weather will be as bad as earlier reports. May not bring Thong, so don't be skerred of the total package of Mini Thumber :cool:

OK, speller updated., are we still on record pace for the amount of Grandmasters?, Old Pharts Unite... :cool:

I have been watching TWC and the projected course for Hanna crosses the OBX early Saturday. The worst we should get is rain Saturday with some wind. Just bring rain gear and lots of towels. We play unless there is lightning or debris flying in the wind.

I am working to accomadate those who have opted to drop out. Thanks to BS for linking up sellers and buyers. If the buyer gets the $$ to me, I'll pass it on to the seller. If the transaction is direct, so much the better.

I was looking forward to leaving registration behind when we filled on Aug. 23, but it was not to be.


I really dont think the weather will be as bad as earlier reports. May not bring hong, so don't be skerred of the total package of Mini Thumber :cool:



Thumber, just how do you leave your "hong" home? Sounds painful /msgboard/images/graemlins/ooo.gif

Remember I don't represent your club well Dan so you might want to take that back or others might get that impression of you too.

Dan- Has anyone taken Sheffy's spot yet?

If the buyer gets the $$ to me, I'll pass it on to the seller.



You mean like a wait list?

No, I mean that is how someone who sells their spot will get their money. I would prefer a direct exchange between buyer and seller and thus have one less task added to my "TO DO" list. Just let me know.
FYI: I have updated the players list online. Fewer pros are splitting that hefty cash addin.

What's up with deleting your post, not man enough to leave it up there.



Sorry I really don't want you at any tourney I play at whether it's my hometown or not. I'm sick and tired of hearing your lame arse stories over and over again, your nose and arse picking and over poor hygiene. Oh I was the one who contacted Howie for ya just so I would have to see ya again this year and hopefully for a long time. Laaaaaater BuZZ

BS, Sheffy's spot just got sold to Big Dale. See me for the $.

Dan- I guess you can move me up to Pro now since I can enjoy playing in that division again.

BS

Done. We are full at 90 which is where we want to be.

Good job Dan. What was Chris's excuse? too lazy
Or drinking too much beer at NC state.

Wow I can't wait to see the payout with so little Pros. I think next year the Add cash should go to Food and Adv. Grandmaster especially since they raised all the money

Forget food, Team Gray wants ATV golf carts!

I think Chris hurt himself. He will be there taking pictures/video. He will be there Friday afternoon helping assemble player packs and arranging the CTP's.

Good job Dan. What was Chris's excuse? too lazy
Or drinking too much beer at NC state.




Your second reason might have helped my wrist along a little bit. But now I'm having to sleep with wrist splints on so my wrist don't curl and possibly looking at surgery over X-mas.

I think next year the Add cash should go to Food and Adv. Grandmaster especially since they raised all the money



Who loves ya babeeeee....... :D:D:D:D

Yes, we should increase the pay out for grandmasters. We have more supplies to buy, like Rx, oil's, ointments, etc etc.

Hanna decreases much more, it will become a tropical phart.

Cool Vanilla Hemi Time T-35hrs, leaving an hour earlier so i can keep it under 85...LOL :p

Hanna decreases much more, it will become a tropical phart.





:D:D:D

Sounds like a messy situation huh dawg. Oh well, can't wait to hear 222222mmmmmiiiiinnnnnuuuuttteeeessssss ;)

Hickraw Weather....Yeah (http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/USNC0312_f.html)

yep, it's gonna be a tropical phart. Hope the grass was manicured, so things can slide.......hehe. Ctp's gonna be placed on holes that can be reached by those on geritol, ginkaloba,iron,caltrex, and a periodic fiber pill. Look at the baggers in Grandmaster. If I was that good, I'd try to get in on some of that pro dollar's, but no fear Pro, Ill stay in the GM...LOL. Bringing my Kimbies WWWWHHHHHOOOOOO ;)

Rollin ouTT in 15 minutes........1sTT ever time to Hickraw

We'll just keep hunting until we find a forecast we really like. I like this one even better. :cool:

http://www.accuweather.com/forecast.asp?...01&amp;metric=0 (http://www.accuweather.com/forecast.asp?partner=accuweather&amp;traveler=1&amp;zipChg =1&amp;zipcode=28601&amp;metric=0)

I going to park to work and will be gone until 9 PM Friday, so keep the board active for me. Safe journeys to those on the road. And don't forget your rain gear.

<font color="green">Good luck to all this weekend!! </font>

Mt. Hippy you are also lame so I must now Boycott all THC events and advocate for others to also do the same. Good Luck with the World Record Daniel Boone Hats are you serious. I hope Wendy had something to do with this

OK Baggers, here we go, 1 more hour of work, and tommorow early am, I get to go see alllll the baggers. I think the Grandmasters should get a mulligan, or at least play from the shorts. Were used to things being shorter than they once were, like our distance hehe.

BWD is all night, whereas, I take all night. LOL

wwwwwwhhhhhhheeeee ;)

Mt. Hippy you are also lame so I must now Boycott all THC events and advocate for others to also do the same. Good Luck with the World Record Daniel Boone Hats are you serious. I hope Wendy had something to do with this


Yeah, yeah, do what makes you happy. You know you love THC, and I love Hickory, but I'm trying to get more out of life these days then just disc golf. So much to do, so little time. Yes, it's true! Tomorrow in Boone, in junction with the Daniel Boone Days Festival, Wendy and I are planning on participating in helping to set a new Guiness Book of World Record for the most people to be photoed wearing Coon hats in one place! Definitely something to be proud of. :D ;) :)

Hard to please everyone, hope you guys enjoy it!!!

Go High Country Disc golfers!!!

[QUOTE]
Yes, it's true! Tomorrow in Boone, in junction with the Daniel Boone Days Festival, Wendy and I are planning on participating in helping to set a new Guiness Book of World Record for the most people to be photoed wearing Coon hats in one place! Definitely something to be proud of. :D ;) :)





Awww mannnn that's GREAT!!!!!! Brad you think you can sell my spot in Adv GM so I can do the coon skin hat thang? :D :D :D :D :D :D :D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D

Awww mannnn that's GREAT!!!!!! Brad you think you can sell my spot in Adv GM so I can do the coon skin hat thang?

I knew you'd like that.

Makes me wanna cry, and pet puppies. Honey, get my coon hat were going to go set a record bledd your heart.

NOPE, I'm a bagger

TP,
Good luck with the rodent head cover dark beer thingy. Is the ASPCA going to be there to monitor the treatment of animals?

Hurricane Hanna, -1, courtesy violation for interfering with a disc golf weekend :mad:.The thumber will still be released... :cool:

Cool Wet Hemi Time T- 1 hr :D

Schwebby with and opening 48 and I believe Jeremy with a 50 behind him. But that might not be right.

Scores are up (and only two minutes after promised).

Don't forget 9:00 AM tee off for round three, NO players meeting.

The big board will be in place (and official) at 8:30 AM.

Also did a quick inventory of the CTP's and we currently have 95 different items.

Scores are up (and only two minutes after promised).



go Deacon....keep it up dog!

After all the hoopla, what was the actual weather during play????

Wish I could have been there...

I would have to say somewhere around amazing and beautiful.

Congrats on the win Schweb and congrats to big jerm on officially turning Pro finishing tied for 2nd

wow good job
Schweb
Deacon
Bagger Tritt
Sealy
Tutts
Glenn
5 more years and I will be able to play with the best peeps ever and count thanks for letting me watch the battles
Big props with the SS ace for 315 ROn
and 100 to Schweb in Putt of death


Awesome job by hickraw

pro
Schweb
2. Jerm and Trey
4. MJ and Lil Wig
6. BJ

Masters
Deacon
auntie gale
Stand stillll


Thanks to everyone that helped with the cramps 2nd round yesterday.

schweb what did ju ddo to my computer

Last round ratings seem pretty low

schweb what did ju ddo to my computer


probably just turned it on...

maybe. The way I played I should've went to the beach

probably... we kicked HannaH out early

Not going to try to duplicate my whole post from this morning while the board was down. Suffice to say, it was a great tournament, one of which the TD and club can be justifiably proud. Course was in tip top condition and beautiful. My first Hickory Classic. Won't be my last. :cool:

Oh yeah, thought of one thing that got lost. Big ups to Charlie Sealey for his win in AdvMasters. He was solid as a rock through all four rounds. As a side note, I know he was touched when his long lost brother Barry showed up at Sunday lunch to root for him during the fourth round...... although I think I heard Barry muttering something about, "I just figured you'd collapse dude and I didn't want to miss it." Ahhh, brotherly love. ;) /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif :D:D:D

Great job Hickrites on putting on such a fun and laid back event! Top class all the way! Really appreciated the lunch both days, and the course looked awesome!

Does anyone know why it was so quiet, peaceful, and enjoyable? I just can't put my finger on it, but there was obviously a much better vibe out there than most of the other NC events. It was almost like the thought of negativity wasn't allowed there this weekend.

just plain old fun at a cool course, with cool people, thanks for letting me in at the last second, and for the awesome lunch both days, hickraw is a blast, oh and I want to give a shout out to Tara at hooters, even though she didn't call me like she said she was going to, she's still the breast I meant the best!