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Erik J. Barzeski

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #25 on: January 25, 2022, 09:31:59 PM »
The site now has a dark blue header instead of red.
Erik J. Barzeski @iacas
Author, Lowest Score Wins, Instructor/Coach, and Lifetime Student of the Game.

I generally ignore Rob, Tim, Garland, and Chris.

Wayne_Kozun

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #26 on: January 27, 2022, 06:05:17 PM »
I would like to see podcasts as well, and I am 56 and have been here from the beginning (and at Golfweb before that).

John McCarthy

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #27 on: January 28, 2022, 10:25:11 AM »
A main objection to podcasts is information density - many people can read and digest written word much faster than spoken word. 


I only listen to one podcast with any regularity.  But it is only tolerable if I turn the speed up to 1.5x to 2x.  Most podcast apps allow this. 


I do listen to many audiobooks.  Generally the fiction I play at 1x speed - I think many audiobooks are their own performance and try to meet it on the maker's terms. Nonfiction gets bumped up to 1.5x or so. 
The only way of really finding out a man's true character is to play golf with him. In no other walk of life does the cloven hoof so quickly display itself.
 PG Wodehouse

Bernie Bell

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #28 on: January 28, 2022, 11:59:20 AM »
Seems like many people have a lot of time on their hands these days that they're looking to fill.  Is it information density or the opposite?  I haven't listened to a lot but when I have there's about 20 worthwhile minutes spread over a 3 hour slot.  I think TED Talks had a limit of around 20 minutes.  Kind of like filing the 20-page brief because you run out of time or discipline to write the 10-page version.

Jeff Schley

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #29 on: January 28, 2022, 12:05:47 PM »
I'm not a podcast guy and don't really have the time for that. My work revolves around briefs/summaries as well so used to that down and dirty. I'd enjoy scanning the transcript more, but of course many like podcasts so different strokes for different folks.
"To give anything less than your best, is to sacrifice your gifts."
- Steve Prefontaine

PCCraig

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #30 on: January 29, 2022, 10:20:49 AM »
I am forever grateful to Ran and this website. I love the feature interview section, but if Ran decides to convert the future editions to a podcast I can see some benefits to that. I'm sure it'll be well done.
H.P.S.

Kalen Braley

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #31 on: January 29, 2022, 04:48:29 PM »
If you click on the other sections in the top bar, you can see the look and feel of the new site.  Looks like the DG will be last to be ported over...

Brian Finn

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #32 on: January 29, 2022, 05:19:29 PM »
Wow.  It looks phenomenal.  Even better, the new format allowed me to realize all of the Sean Arble tours are now listed in one place - what an incredible resource.  Big fan of the new format.  Very clean and user friendly.
New for '24: Monifieth x2, Montrose x2, Panmure, Carnoustie x3, Scotscraig, Kingsbarns, Elie, Dumbarnie, Lundin, Belvedere, The Loop x2, Forest Dunes, Arcadia Bluffs x2, Kapalua Plantation, Windsong Farm, Minikahda, Old Barnwell Kids Course(!)

Tommy Williamsen

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #33 on: January 29, 2022, 05:39:36 PM »
A lot of work and thought went into the new look and format. Good on ya Ran.
Where there is no love, put love; there you will find love.
St. John of the Cross

"Deep within your soul-space is a magnificent cathedral where you are sweet beyond telling." Rumi

Eric Smith

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #34 on: January 30, 2022, 04:57:53 AM »
The new site looks so good, Ran, I have to believe that the Mrs. was involved. Each page is coffee table book worthy.


GCA's best days are ahead, I have no doubt.


Congrats, all!

Mark Pearce

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #35 on: January 30, 2022, 10:37:23 AM »
I would like to see podcasts as well, and I am 56 and have been here from the beginning (and at Golfweb before that).
Me too.  I can't read text whilst driving, or walking the dog.  I can listen to podcasts.
In June I will be riding the first three stages of this year's Tour de France route for charity.  630km (394 miles) in three days, with 7800m (25,600 feet) of climbing for the William Wates Memorial Trust (https://rideleloop.org/the-charity/) which supports underprivileged young people.

Erik J. Barzeski

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #36 on: January 30, 2022, 06:42:19 PM »
So is the discussion group going to get an update?

I see that the forums were going to be down for awhile, and the site was moving to a new platform, but I didn't see that the forum would get an update.

Since it's Sunday, I'm assuming no? Which is fine, just curious.
Erik J. Barzeski @iacas
Author, Lowest Score Wins, Instructor/Coach, and Lifetime Student of the Game.

I generally ignore Rob, Tim, Garland, and Chris.

Peter Flory

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #37 on: January 30, 2022, 07:31:24 PM »
I really love the thumbnail pics for the courses by country.  That really spices it up!

Kevin_Reilly

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #38 on: January 30, 2022, 07:51:36 PM »
I really love the thumbnail pics for the courses by country.  That really spices it up!


Cal Club thumbnail is crying out for an editor.
"GOLF COURSES SHOULD BE ENJOYED RATHER THAN RATED" - Tom Watson

PCCraig

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #39 on: January 30, 2022, 09:05:04 PM »
The "new" site is looking great!
H.P.S.

Erik J. Barzeski

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #40 on: January 30, 2022, 09:24:32 PM »
At the bottom of most (all?) forum pages:



An Error Has Occurred!

Call to undefined function theme_linktree()


That's just a theme error.


Also, I see the site is running 2.0.19, but it looks like 2.1 is out soon as RC4 is out:
https://www.simplemachines.org/community/index.php?topic=578135.0


Lots of small fixes/improvements there.
« Last Edit: January 30, 2022, 09:26:55 PM by Erik J. Barzeski »
Erik J. Barzeski @iacas
Author, Lowest Score Wins, Instructor/Coach, and Lifetime Student of the Game.

I generally ignore Rob, Tim, Garland, and Chris.

Colin Macqueen

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #41 on: January 31, 2022, 03:22:44 AM »
Gentlemen,
It is interesting that the member pecking order has been reduced to all and sundry being "Newbies".
Shades of the Boris Johnson's government's "Levelling Up" strategy.
How am I now supposed to know whom to pay due reverence to!!
The new appearance and lay-out is excellent. A terrific site.
Cheers Colin
"Golf, thou art a gentle sprite, I owe thee much"
The Hielander

Matt Wharton

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #42 on: January 31, 2022, 11:51:33 AM »
Wow.  It looks phenomenal.  Even better, the new format allowed me to realize all of the Sean Arble tours are now listed in one place - what an incredible resource.  Big fan of the new format.  Very clean and user friendly.
Wow and Phenomenal are the words that also come to my mind! Congratulations Ran, well done to all involved!
Matthew Wharton, CGCS, MG
Idle Hour CC
Lexington, KY

Jeff Schley

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #43 on: January 31, 2022, 12:53:29 PM »
At the bottom of most (all?) forum pages:



An Error Has Occurred!

Call to undefined function theme_linktree()


That's just a theme error.


Also, I see the site is running 2.0.19, but it looks like 2.1 is out soon as RC4 is out:
https://www.simplemachines.org/community/index.php?topic=578135.0


Lots of small fixes/improvements there.
Interesting, didn't notice that. So is the site transformation complete now? Or what else will change? Not to Erik really, but anyone know?
"To give anything less than your best, is to sacrifice your gifts."
- Steve Prefontaine

Bill Crane

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #44 on: January 31, 2022, 01:35:02 PM »
Thanks, again, Ran for your commitment of resources and time to keep the site and group fresh and substantive.
Many of us have been the Beneficiary of your efforts and appreciate the effort.
Hopefully ALL of us will join me and others in making a financial contribution this year!  Just to celebrate the launch I upped the amount to the par of 27 holes.

With Respect   ~     Bill Crane
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Brent Carlson

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #45 on: January 31, 2022, 01:45:12 PM »
The website looks great.  There has also been an update to 147 Custodians which is very interesting.

Tim Martin

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #46 on: February 01, 2022, 05:10:23 PM »
I got the blue header today. Great job with the update. :)

Robert Kimball

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #47 on: February 01, 2022, 08:13:07 PM »
Ran,


Love the update! I remember the treehouse days of 2001 so this is very nice to see GCA still rocking and rolling.  I need to hit the contribute button as well! 


Cheers, Rob Kimball
Belmont NC

Steve Lang

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #48 on: February 01, 2022, 10:08:51 PM »
 8)  .... and why is this at the bottom of threads



An Error Has Occurred!

Call to undefined function theme_linktree()
Inverness (Toledo, OH) cathedral clock inscription: "God measures men by what they are. Not what they in wealth possess.  That vibrant message chimes afar.
The voice of Inverness"

Stewart Abramson

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Re: Update coming to GolfClubAtlas this week + DG down this afternoon
« Reply #49 on: February 03, 2022, 07:49:17 PM »
The new blue header that appeared a few days ago is now gone and it's back to the old red