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  • Buy Impact Screen Fabric Directly from Mill

    As a cost sensitive person attempting to build a high quality simulator, I realized purchasing the correct impact screen is critical to both the simulator's overall performance and it's price tag. It should be affordable, durable, seamless, impact resistant, have minimal bounce back, low noise, and display HD quality images.

    West Coast Netting, Par2Pro, Foresight, Carl's Place and others listed in various forum threads all sell screens but none actually manufacture them. Buying second hand increases cost and my goal to buy the highest quality materials at the best possible price can only be accomplished by purchasing direct from the mill that manufacturers the fabric.

    After plenty of research I found the mill that's manufacturing the impact screen fabric for Foresight, Carl's Place and others. The mills highest quality impact screen fabric is a heavyweight knit polyester sold only in 120 inch x 40 yard rolls. The raw material costs $56/yard without shipping.

    40 yards is clearly too much material for my simulator so I'm looking to get a group of us on the forum to split a roll.

    Please advise any interest or questions.

  • Hi Daniel
    Not sure if you picked up my PM, but I'd like to buy definitely one complete roll, may be two to be shipped over to the UK to satisfy the obvious demand over this side of the pond.

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    • Daniel,

      Is the stretched material available to us for temporary use, if so i'll take a 12x10 delivered to finisher? What do you think the time frame would be for the new production?
      PS Tried to PM you but would not go through, said exceeded limit

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      • Golfr1108
        Golfr1108 commented
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        I am definitely interested in the stretched material as well if he was able to get a reduced cost.

    • Not to beat a dead horse but wanted to see if you had an updated timeframe. Almost done with my build and want to figure out if I should get an intermediary screen. Thanks again for doing this, we know you have a life outside of this forum!

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      • Hey guys. I decided not to go with the off spec stuff. I offered half price but they seemed to have a better market for it. They are back to producing it again. Will check tomorrow updated eta. Sorry taking so long I hope it's worth it. By the time it's ready I will need a new screen already also!

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        • Golfr1108
          Golfr1108 commented
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          Were you able to get an updated ETA? Thanks again for doing this!

      • Thanks for the update! I know a lot of us are excited to get our hands on this stuff!

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        • Sorry in advance if you hate seeing a post like this.

          i reviewed the previous pages of posts and it looks like folks mostly just post their desired size (finished). After you complete the order you calculate the cost per linear foot finished and everyone transfers you funds (via pay pal). Delivery is possible as well as local pick up.

          i hope I have understood the process, could you just confirm for me please. Is the current order still open? Looking to pick up a screen for my new build house that will be done in May.

          Thanks in advance for your help. I’m new at this, but this forum has been an extremely valuable resource.

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          • Adding myself for a 10 x 10 in the hopes it's not too late.

            RickyG - 16 x 10
            TorchRedRob 17 x 10
            afterglow - 13 x 10
            ThunderGolf - 12 x 10
            BHogge - 12 x 10
            coop42 - 15 x 10
            pwade3 - 17 x 10
            Kent - 14 x 10
            keither5150 - 15 x 10 and 14 x 9
            Ironstrokes - 14 x 10
            Taingbeast - 14 x 10
            mp1972 - 12 x 10
            FDPJR - 12 x 10
            Jtangm04 - 11 x 10
            ladfromaus - 15 x 10
            shimonko - 15 x 10
            gene438 - 17 x 10
            cooke23 - 12 x 10
            jeffschsw - 18 x 10
            indygolfer - 18 x 10
            jerry3 - 14 x 10
            bbjr80 - 20 x 10
            peesh23 - 17 x 10
            dp_ramas - 15 x 10
            bwrichmond - 14 x 10
            elysium - 12 x 10
            Ste1 - 12 X 10
            richdmb - 16 x 10
            Range44 - 13 x 10
            jmark - 13 x 10
            johnyoo - 11 x 10
            smiling_dog - 17 x 10
            R3dlineR6 - 17 x 10
            Tommyseb - 16 x 10
            wbond - 16 x 10
            aushizz 14 x 10
            kraxxer - 18 x 10
            dofgpa - 15 x 10
            isarinana - 13 x 10
            Ole Magnolia - 10 x 10
            Salomons - 11 x 10
            cintigolfer - 12 x 10
            nicknku - 17 x10
            brg1875 - 13x10
            Erikh5014 - 17x10
            jcacavias - 16x10
            davisr197 - 10 x 10
            gratefulRed - 13 x 10
            RickyG 10x10
            pwade3 17x10
            golfr1108 12x10
            Osprey 13 x 10
            captargo 18 x 10
            legendsfan 15x10
            thundergolf 12x10
            js1010 15 X 10
            Gatormanager3 10 x 10
            cannovmj 12x10
            SecondandGoal 10x10

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            • Has anyone compared this material to Carl's Premium? Is it essentially the same? Carl's currently has it 30% off - do you guys think it's a coincidence or is this the/our original roll and they are trying to sell it 30% off instead of 50% off and hoping people don't notice? The price is still more than it is here, but if I get it now vs 10 more weeks I might have to pull the trigger bc I bought my skytrak in June and have been eager to stop hitting into a net.

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              • Originally posted by dbgolf72 View Post
                Hey guys. I decided not to go with the off spec stuff. I offered half price but they seemed to have a better market for it. They are back to producing it again. Will check tomorrow updated eta. Sorry taking so long I hope it's worth it. By the time it's ready I will need a new screen already also!
                Hey dbgolf72,

                We are always interested in testing new material to see if there are better solutions out there for our customers with budget limitations, specific needs, etc.
                I would like to get in on your list to get a 16' x 10' piece - is that possible?

                Also, if the testing goes well, we could help you with the buying, cutting and selling if you are interested. Maybe we could find a way to get the cost down for everyone, alleviate some of the workload from your plate and get screens to forum users faster

                Cheers,
                Cory
                PS: If it's easier, just email me at cory@par2pro.com.

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                • Well, one thing is for certain, the material from the first order is head and shoulders above supertex and wasn't very much more cost wise.

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                  • Would love to get on the list, adding my self...What's the turnaround?

                    RickyG - 16 x 10
                    TorchRedRob 17 x 10
                    afterglow - 13 x 10
                    ThunderGolf - 12 x 10
                    BHogge - 12 x 10
                    coop42 - 15 x 10
                    pwade3 - 17 x 10
                    Kent - 14 x 10
                    keither5150 - 15 x 10 and 14 x 9
                    Ironstrokes - 14 x 10
                    Taingbeast - 14 x 10
                    mp1972 - 12 x 10
                    FDPJR - 12 x 10
                    Jtangm04 - 11 x 10
                    ladfromaus - 15 x 10
                    shimonko - 15 x 10
                    gene438 - 17 x 10
                    cooke23 - 12 x 10
                    jeffschsw - 18 x 10
                    indygolfer - 18 x 10
                    jerry3 - 14 x 10
                    bbjr80 - 20 x 10
                    peesh23 - 17 x 10
                    dp_ramas - 15 x 10
                    bwrichmond - 14 x 10
                    elysium - 12 x 10
                    Ste1 - 12 X 10
                    richdmb - 16 x 10
                    Range44 - 13 x 10
                    jmark - 13 x 10
                    johnyoo - 11 x 10
                    smiling_dog - 17 x 10
                    R3dlineR6 - 17 x 10
                    Tommyseb - 16 x 10
                    wbond - 16 x 10
                    aushizz 14 x 10
                    kraxxer - 18 x 10
                    dofgpa - 15 x 10
                    isarinana - 13 x 10
                    Ole Magnolia - 10 x 10
                    Salomons - 11 x 10
                    cintigolfer - 12 x 10
                    nicknku - 17 x10
                    brg1875 - 13x10
                    Erikh5014 - 17x10
                    jcacavias - 16x10
                    davisr197 - 10 x 10
                    gratefulRed - 13 x 10
                    RickyG 10x10
                    pwade3 17x10
                    golfr1108 12x10
                    Osprey 13 x 10
                    captargo 18 x 10
                    legendsfan 15x10
                    thundergolf 12x10
                    js1010 15 X 10
                    Gatormanager3 10 x 10
                    cannovmj 12x10
                    SecondandGoal 10x10
                    eddiemm3 10x10

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                    • Adding myself to the list if it's not too late!


                      Originally posted by eddiemm3 View Post
                      Would love to get on the list, adding my self...What's the turnaround?

                      RickyG - 16 x 10
                      TorchRedRob 17 x 10
                      afterglow - 13 x 10
                      ThunderGolf - 12 x 10
                      BHogge - 12 x 10
                      coop42 - 15 x 10
                      pwade3 - 17 x 10
                      Kent - 14 x 10
                      keither5150 - 15 x 10 and 14 x 9
                      Ironstrokes - 14 x 10
                      Taingbeast - 14 x 10
                      mp1972 - 12 x 10
                      FDPJR - 12 x 10
                      Jtangm04 - 11 x 10
                      ladfromaus - 15 x 10
                      shimonko - 15 x 10
                      gene438 - 17 x 10
                      cooke23 - 12 x 10
                      jeffschsw - 18 x 10
                      indygolfer - 18 x 10
                      jerry3 - 14 x 10
                      bbjr80 - 20 x 10
                      peesh23 - 17 x 10
                      dp_ramas - 15 x 10
                      bwrichmond - 14 x 10
                      elysium - 12 x 10
                      Ste1 - 12 X 10
                      richdmb - 16 x 10
                      Range44 - 13 x 10
                      jmark - 13 x 10
                      johnyoo - 11 x 10
                      smiling_dog - 17 x 10
                      R3dlineR6 - 17 x 10
                      Tommyseb - 16 x 10
                      wbond - 16 x 10
                      aushizz 14 x 10
                      kraxxer - 18 x 10
                      dofgpa - 15 x 10
                      isarinana - 13 x 10
                      Ole Magnolia - 10 x 10
                      Salomons - 11 x 10
                      cintigolfer - 12 x 10
                      nicknku - 17 x10
                      brg1875 - 13x10
                      Erikh5014 - 17x10
                      jcacavias - 16x10
                      davisr197 - 10 x 10
                      gratefulRed - 13 x 10
                      RickyG 10x10
                      pwade3 17x10
                      golfr1108 12x10
                      Osprey 13 x 10
                      captargo 18 x 10
                      legendsfan 15x10
                      thundergolf 12x10
                      js1010 15 X 10
                      Gatormanager3 10 x 10
                      cannovmj 12x10
                      SecondandGoal 10x10
                      eddiemm3 10x10
                      BlazinPond 14 x 10

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                      • Just wanted to add because I can sense some frustration or anticipation.

                        I got at 17 x 10 screen on the first order. I am still hitting on it daily and it is showing no sign of wear. As a golf screen, I believe it's the best I've hit on and I've had a couple. It is durable, and the weave is so tight that the screen image is superb. As a movie screen, I get a picture perfect viewing with my Optima 1080. I am very, very happy with the screen.

                        As far as dbgolf, he came through on the first order. I think we all went through a learning process on dealing with foreign manufacturer. I am in the printing business and when dealing with mills (paper or screens) you quickly find you are at their mercy as far as production. The machine turnover and setup is very expensive and they run the product on their timetable.

                        I say all that to try and reassure you new guys that it is well worth the wait. In fact, you will note how many of us originals are getting in on this order as well. The screen and value is that good. I may not need my screen for a couple of years, but it is worth getting it now and putting in on the shelf. The product is that good.

                        Anyway, rest assured, the wait will be justified.

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                        • Is there a way to make a summary about how to get into this group buy a sticky so that you can easily find instructions for how to get in?

                          Hey Db,

                          I am in the process of purchasing sim parts and this seems to be a deal, so I am thinking, just buy it now if I can.

                          Do you have any idea when you will make and recieve your next order? I would probably do 16'x10'.

                          Let me know what I need to do as well. I wonder if the moderators can make a sticky on the thread so that newbies know what to do.

                          Is the cost 56/3', i.e. 16'=298.67? + Shipping from where?

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                          • Originally posted by gene438 View Post
                            Just wanted to add because I can sense some frustration or anticipation.

                            I got at 17 x 10 screen on the first order. I am still hitting on it daily and it is showing no sign of wear. As a golf screen, I believe it's the best I've hit on and I've had a couple. It is durable, and the weave is so tight that the screen image is superb. As a movie screen, I get a picture perfect viewing with my Optima 1080. I am very, very happy with the screen.

                            As far as dbgolf, he came through on the first order. I think we all went through a learning process on dealing with foreign manufacturer. I am in the printing business and when dealing with mills (paper or screens) you quickly find you are at their mercy as far as production. The machine turnover and setup is very expensive and they run the product on their timetable.

                            I say all that to try and reassure you new guys that it is well worth the wait. In fact, you will note how many of us originals are getting in on this order as well. The screen and value is that good. I may not need my screen for a couple of years, but it is worth getting it now and putting in on the shelf. The product is that good.

                            Anyway, rest assured, the wait will be justified.
                            Thanks for the update on wear. As far as the picture quality goes, any idea how image quality compares to dedicated movie projector screen (even a low-mid range one), or is it just superb compared to other impact screens (which can be notoriously bad)?

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