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Forum Thread of the Day: “Robert Garrigus handed three-month suspension after testing positive for marijuana”

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7 years ago

Mar 25, 2019

Today’s Forum Thread of the Day comes from lawsonman who began the thread discussing Robert Garrigus’ three-month ban for testing positive for marijuana. Our members discuss the ban handed to him by the PGA Tour, as well as the following statement which Garrigus posted on social media on Friday.

This is my statement regarding my suspension by the PGA TOUR. pic.twitter.com/isatq7c9Mx

— Robert Garrigus (@garrigus_robert) March 22, 2019

Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion at the link below.

marmosskapaul: “The problem with pot is that it stays in your system too long. IDK if there is any way to measure the amount of THC like alcohol breathalyzer for people driving or not. What amount is permissible and what amount is not.?? That is going to be the problem with drug legalization. Will employers put up with a positive blood test?? You come to work with alcohol in your system, and most places fire you. You get pulled over driving..you get arrested. Will be interesting how it pans out. I’m ok with legalization, and I personally can’t stand a THC buzz…but doesn’t bother me if others smoke or eat it around me.”
Ashley Schaeffer: “I honestly didn’t know they tested for weed. Testing golfers for weed in my neck of the woods would be like testing baristas for kale in Portland.”
Swisstrader98: “Yet another reason millennials are running away from the game…weed is the opposite of PED’s.”

Entire Thread: “Robert Garrigus handed three-month suspension after testing positive for marijuana”

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13 Comments

Mike Grove

Mar 26, 2019 at 4:50 am

Question, would you rather be in a room full of drunks or a room full of stoners? One room is looking for fights the other is looking for pizza…

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Richard Douglas

Mar 26, 2019 at 3:20 am

Suspended for marijuana? Really? In this day and age? Whatever for?

It’s not like marijuana use gives you a competitive advantage. Unlike beta-blockers, marijuana goes directly against one’s motor skills.

Alcohol is a drug and it’s not tested for. Why? Because it’s legal and no one gets an advantage by using it. (Although some do claim a benefit in consuming a bit of “swing oil” at the turn. I think that’s just rationalization.)

That leaves legality, and that’s changing. Is it really the Tour’s responsibility to enforce legality? Do they audit tax returns submitted by Tour players? Do they follow their courtesy cars to ensure they obey all traffic laws?

This is stupid. It’s juvenile. And, as far as competition on the Tour goes, it’s irrelevant. I guess that’s why the Tour just couldn’t resist. Idiots.

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Physician

Mar 25, 2019 at 5:24 pm

Marijuana is toxic. Period. ‘Experts’ claiming it’s healthy is sickening– my medical experience with it tells a different story. Garrigus needs help, but at least this is raising awareness for all those needing and seeking sobriety.

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- Richard Douglas
  
  Mar 26, 2019 at 3:21 am
  
  So what does that have to do with suspending him from competition? How is that any of the Tour’s business?
  
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- Mike Grove
  
  Mar 26, 2019 at 5:27 am
  
  And alcohol isn’t?
  
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BB

Mar 25, 2019 at 3:26 pm

No hope without my dope!

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P

Mar 25, 2019 at 2:51 pm

Try eating a boat load of poppy seeds and ask your employer to drug test you and tell us what happened

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Dan

Mar 25, 2019 at 2:04 pm

Marijuana is def a touchy subject. And I highly doubt he would play stoned.

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- Waaaaaaa
  
  Mar 25, 2019 at 2:54 pm
  
  Not touchy at all.
  It’s helps some people. And it’s a drug of abuse and that is why it’s banned.
  Legal status means nothing. Many drugs are legal everywhere but they’re banned in sports. That’s the point.
  Cant play by the rules? Don’t play.
  
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  - JThunder
    
    Mar 25, 2019 at 5:06 pm
    
    Golf has a long, long history of alcohol abuse on and off the golf course. I don’t see any difference, other than alcohol has a longer history of legal and social acceptance (Prohibition aside). I’d suggest the ill effects are worse than weed, both short and long-term, but the “right” people push for it’s acceptance, whereas weed is Willie Nelson and Rastas.
    
    Do they test for alcohol? I wonder if nicotine should be classified a PED. Surely the most abused drug in modern times.
    
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  - Richard Douglas
    
    Mar 26, 2019 at 3:24 am
    
    Except when the rules are really stupid, like here.
    
    “And it’s a drug of abuse and that is why it’s banned.”
    
    Your logic is weak. Alcohol is abused far more frequently and widely than is marijuana, but it is not banned.
    
    No, this is about demonizing marijuana, which powerful agents in society have done since its rise in popularity during Prohibition.
    
    You’re welcome to point to even one interest of the Tour’s being served by testing players for marijuana use. I’d love to hear that one.
    
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  - C
    
    Mar 26, 2019 at 8:21 am
    
    “Cant play by the rules? Don’t play.”
    
    While I don’t agree that marijuana usage should be frowned upon, I do agree with your statement. Thems the rules.
    
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JaY Hovorka

Mar 25, 2019 at 1:49 pm

Crazy…..if the golfer had cancer guess they Couldnt treat….im a Decent player but can’t play “stoned”….if the PRE just left it alone….poor play would take care of the problem

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Srixon ZXi combo or TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo? – GolfWRXers discuss

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2 days ago

May 12, 2026

Gianni Magliocco

In our forums, our members have been pitting a Srixon ZXi combo against a TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo. WRXer ‘edutch22’ is on the hunt for a new set of irons and kicks off the thread saying:

“Looking at picking up a new set of irons and think I’ve narrowed it down to Srixon ZXi combo or Taylormade P7CB/770 combo. I am currently a 5 cap and allbeit I feel irons are my weakness. My miss is a little to the toe side. I am decently steep at 4-5 down. Always thought I am high spin but recently on trackman my 7 was spinning at 5800 roughly.

My question or looking for thoughts on which one would benefit me more from a forgiveness standpoint? Or is there another iron is should be looking at entirely? I only get to play about once or twice a week, if I am not playing a 2-3 day event. Thanks in advance.”

And our members have been sharing their thoughts and suggestions in response.

Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.

manima1: “You just can’t go wrong with Srixon ZXi7.”
MattM97: “You have to hit them to know, the V-Sole on the Srixon can be make or break for many.”
dmeeksDC: “P7CB is more forgiving for me than ZXi7 because my main miss is low middle and the P7CB still flies and spins great on that miss. These are both really nice irons but I like the P7CB more than the Zxi7 and the P770 (or P790) more than the Zxi5. The Srixons are larger so if that gives you confidence that is the way to go. I don’t feel like I get any benefit from the V-sole and the P7CBs live up to their high Maltby forgiveness rating so the TaylorMades have been great for me.”

Entire Thread: “Srixon ZXi combo or TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo? – GolfWRXers discuss”

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Mizuno Pro M13 vs Callaway X Forged: My actual fitting numbers – GolfWRXers discuss

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3 days ago

May 11, 2026

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In our forums, our members have been reacting to a fitting session involving Mizuno’s Pro M13 and Callaway’s X Forged irons. WRXer ‘careergolfer’ recently went through a full fitting session and shared his numbers and commentary, saying:

“After playing Callaway Apex Pros for the pats 5 years, just went through a full iron fitting and thought the data was interesting enough to share. I’ve seen a lot of posts talking about fittings but not many with actual numbers, so here’s mine.

All 7-iron, same ball, same session. Final two were the ones I was choosing between:

Club	Ball Speed	Launch	Spin	Side Angle	Carry	Total
Current irons	121.1 mph	18.3°	6,691 rpm	0.7L	170	178
Callaway X Forged	125.8 mph	15.9°	6,144 rpm	2.2L	180	185
Mizuno M-13	125.8 mph	17.9°	6,638 rpm	2.2L	177	182

The consistency numbers are what actually made the decision:

Club	Ball Speed SD	Spin SD	Total Yards SD
Current irons	3.3	294	5
Callaway X Forged	2.0	211	3
Mizuno M-13	1.1	150	2

Callaway won on distance by 3 yards but got there with a much lower ball flight (15.9° launch, 6,144 spin). The Mizuno matched my existing flight profile with nearly 3x tighter ball speed consistency.

Fitter also noted I’ve been setting up with a closed face at address to compensate for a heel-heavy dynamic lie. Ordered the M-13s 1° flat to bring impact back to neutral: the theory being if I can set up square, I can actually commit to the release. I’m not sure if this was the right call TBH but took the fitter’s guidance. I’ll see what happens.

Went with the Mizuno. Clubs aren’t in hand yet. Happy to share follow-up data once I’ve played them!”

And our members have been sharing their thoughts in response.

Here are a couple of posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.

PowerCobra98: “M13 certainly performed well. Enjoy the new irons once you get them!”
dmeeksDC: “Two completely different irons. The X Forged is a tour-type iron and would match up with the S3 in the Mizuno lineup. Not going to see a lot of M-13 on pro tours. It’s a crossover iron, three different types of construction in the same set. The M-13 would be more like the AI 150 as the M-13 7 iron is a half-hollow club versus X Forged, which is a straight up forged iron. M-13 middle irons have very thin faces, not holding up well for some buyers if you read through the M-13 thread. Hopefully Mizuno has corrected it. Given the differences in construction, that is surprising ball speed with the X Forged. To me the numbers are quite an endorsement of the X Forged considering it has no ‘tech.'”

Entire Thread: “Mizuno Pro M13 vs Callaway X Forged: My actual fitting numbers – GolfWRXers discuss”

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Has there been a better driver since this Ping release? – GolfWRXers discuss

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3 days ago

May 11, 2026

Gianni Magliocco

In our forums, our members have been discussing drivers. WRXer ‘Ty-Webb’ is still playing Ping’s G400 LS driver and reaches out to fellow members saying:

“Playing the G400 LS still and wondering if newer is any better? For someone who thinks golf equipment is 90% marketing, change my mind.”

And our members have been weighing in with their top picks in response.

Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.

meliaant: “As someone who graduated from the OG SIM to the Qi10, I can you two things: 1) on-center hits are essentially identical. 2) off-center hits are wildly, absurdly better with newer drivers.”
Golfingfanatic: “I went from the G400 to the GT2 – probably a wash distance wise from the sweet spot, but much better at handling spin off-center.. would definitely try some new stuff if you can.”
bluedot: “Given the number of heads and shafts that are available, plus the fact that you’re talking about a 9 yr old club, plus the available fitting technology, the answer is almost certainly yes. Add to that the fact that the Ping LS models are sort of ‘specialized’ drivers, as are the Ping SFT’s; heck, you might need MORE spin! How much better is really the question, and that depends on how well suited the G400 LS is to your swing, and how you will go about finding an alternative.”

Entire Thread: “Has there been a better driver since this Ping release? – GolfWRXers discuss”