Started my shop simulator build

[LastChance56]

Well got the shop rearranged and began frame assembly. Using 1” emt with a center brace. Frame will be 120” x 196” x 100” deep. Center post on top for extra bracing if needed. Back vertical posts will be strapped to the wall. Hitting area will be 16’-17’ from screen.

Back section to hide two large speakers and two panel center speakers.

[Stetson]

Hitting area 16’ from screen? Holy smokes, that’s going to result in many shots hitting ceiling before screen.

[jasonreg]

Was going to say the same thing - that is really far back. Not only do you risk (or guarantee) a lot of shots hitting the roof of the cage, I might suggest you risk hitting outside the cage left or right depending on the miss.

Generally 8-12 feet is the recommendation with 9-10 really being the sweet spot for most folks. YMMV.

[Frankfam11]

im curious, at your recommendation of distance to screen, whats the minimum depth for the enclosure to avoid balls going over?

edit: assuming screen is 8ft tall

[LastChance56]

So I my hitting area is now 13 ft. Full Lob wedge does hit top, added padding and reinforced. So Far so good. Thanks for advice.

[LastChance56]

Well, I am getting there, add some padding in the corners and build up a floor for hitting and putting surface. Making the panels for enclosure was pretty smooth process, bought tarps and HH-66 glue from amazon. Stuff is amazing. Used grommets on back side to attach and greenhouse clips for the front. The hitting area will be 13-14 ft from screen, after 20 shots I am happy with distance. May move the spotlights so they’re more over to of hitting area, will see after a few months of use.

The ES Tour Pro launch monitor was working great till I found out GSPro was not working (buggy). So it looks like I will move up to the Eye-Mini. My budget was 15k, looks like 21k is going to be the final. It’s only fun when you spend it right?

[LastChance56]

Here is my completed Sim.
Launch Monitor: Uneekor Eye Mini
PC: Redux Gaming
Receiver: Denon AVR-S570BT
Speakers: Custom 4’ cabinets Nirvana
Projector: Benq LK936ST
Screen: Carls Premium 16 c 10
Enclosure: DIY 1” EMT with Heavy Duty Vinyl Panels