Garage Sim Upgrade

[JayJo13]

Thanks JayJo13 ... I see this putting turf is not going to be cheap... It looks like I've got to drop $600+ USD to cover 12'x16', have you ever tried that cheap stuff they sell at big box stores (Lowe's, Menard's in USA), up where you live? I may go there and test it out, just to see, but we have some on our porch that has probably been down for 30+ years and is still fine.... about to test it for putting though, and it's probably terrible with that I've heard of Synlawn too, it's expensive as well.... more durable than the Rymar, cool.

I remember hearing about the YGT-3D hitting strip... I think I even tried to contact 'Steve' about that, but never got a reply? How did you reach someone for that purchase? How much did you pay for the YGT-3D? That is just the small hitting strip in the middle - is it holding up? I could see that being useful for fairway action, but does it provide any ability to dig down, like a divot action? Every time I try those type of mats that are not Fiberbuilt I end up with all kinds of wrist pain!

The original version of my sim was that cheap outdoor carpet from Home Depot. I never putted on it as I had a hitting mat and then a putting strip right in front of that. It worked fine but the mat always moved around and I was constantly adjusting it, which is why I switched it up. Honestly, I wish I had just done it this way to begin. Yes it's expensive but worth it, IMO.

I ordered the YGT-3D mat from Steven, just sent him an email steven@yuhegolfmats.com. This was back in May of 2020 so not sure if he's still around. I ordered an 18"x48" strip and it was $110 USD + $60 USD for shipping.

[JayJo13]

I built that one myself. Ordered a plastic box and the arcade buttons from Amazon. It was actually pretty easy to build. You could also just buy one from https://www.roxorgolf.com/store

[aussiebenny]

Have you seen my thread where I just used a $40 joystick? It works perfect with tgc 2019 and tbh, no need for anything else. https://golfsimulatorforum.com/forum...or-control-box

[Natedog19]

Hey man I’m up here in Fort mac and I’m wondering where you got those floor controls? I’ve got a GC2 I use with TGC2019 and I’d love to find one of those. Preferably not one I need to build myself haha I’m not all that tech savvy.

[Brettster]

Thanks JayJo13 ... I see this putting turf is not going to be cheap... It looks like I've got to drop $600+ USD to cover 12'x16', have you ever tried that cheap stuff they sell at big box stores (Lowe's, Menard's in USA), up where you live? I may go there and test it out, just to see, but we have some on our porch that has probably been down for 30+ years and is still fine.... about to test it for putting though, and it's probably terrible with that I've heard of Synlawn too, it's expensive as well.... more durable than the Rymar, cool.

I remember hearing about the YGT-3D hitting strip... I think I even tried to contact 'Steve' about that, but never got a reply? How did you reach someone for that purchase? How much did you pay for the YGT-3D? That is just the small hitting strip in the middle - is it holding up? I could see that being useful for fairway action, but does it provide any ability to dig down, like a divot action? Every time I try those type of mats that are not Fiberbuilt I end up with all kinds of wrist pain!

[JayJo13]

Your plan sounds solid and will offer plenty of depth when you insert your hitting strip or if you insert a stance mat.

I got the Rymar Pro Putt at a local Rymar dealer. I'm in Calgary, Canada. The price was $5.00/linear foot for a 15' roll so the piece I purchased was 14 linear feet ($1050). Not cheap but worth in, IMO. I just laid the entire piece over the interlocking EVA tiles and didn't fasten or adhere it and it sits nice and flat. You can put from anywhere on the turf. It's about a 10 stimp, I believe. There is another product I looked at after called Augusta Putting Green by Synlawn. I wish I had gone with that. It was a bit more expensive but looked and felt way more durable.

The YGT-3D hitting strip I ordered from China - I emailed a guy named Steven. There is a thread about it on this forum. I really like it so far. It's basically a Quattro mat. I ordered a 48"X18" and I'm not even sure why. I've had it for over a year and now I'm finally using it.

[Brettster]

That looks great! Congratulations on that, it must feel awesome.

I'm working at the moment on flooring in my shed (concrete). I'm planning on framing the floor around edges (2x4s) and with joists (2x4s), then screwing that to the outer rim boards, dropping in 2" insulation board, covering with 1/2" plywood (underlayment) and adding turf. I will also want to cut out for a drop in a similar type of hitting strip.

Can you tell me where you got your turf (Rymar pro putt), how much is it, and that hitting strip (YGT-3D)? I'm still deciding on what type of turf, are you able to put anywhere on the pro putt? What kind of stimp is it?

TIA,
-Brett

[DS12]

Looks good. That's the goal for my garage. I doubt I'll get the same response about not parking in the garage though

[JayJo13]

My garage sim has gone through many variations over the past 1.5 years. I'm always looking to make things better. My latest upgrade -- covering the entire landing area with putting turf -- is one of the greatest things I've ever done. I know this isn't groundbreaking but from where I was with my stance/hitting mat sliding all over the place and a poor putting area it's a big upgrade. I used 1" EVA interlocking rigid foam tiles and covered it with Rymar Pro Putt turf and recessed a YGT-3D hitting strip into the turf. I' going to add some putting cups I ordered from Birdie Ball to make the 250 sq. ft. a putting area.

When my wife came in the garage and said "I guess I'll never be parking in here again" I replied "that's correct, honey.".