The way you solve the tee chasing with BirTee is to tie a shoelace to the bottom of the tee and tuck it under the mat so the tee flies, but not very far and no wooden tee bits all over. Do not use a flat shoelace because they will wind up like mad - use a round lace and they do not wind up. Nice mat video - I make my hitting mats with this process and they are awesome!
Hey Bandit if we are the reason the channel was created ... don’t tell them our better halves have banned us from using tools and flammable products because I thought this was video is our way back. #golfdiy 👍 Thanks for Sharing.
Great vid John, many thanks for all the info. though it might have been a cool idea to mention that you may need to wear some form of safety headgear, for when you wife/partner/significant other realises that you have chopped up her favourite Yoga mat!🤦♂️
Heard you there, we did the wooden tee thing for a while and just got tired of picking up splinters and chasing the plastic tees after every shot. With that said it’s a great option for those who would like to try. Thanks for sharing.
Hello and great video. It sounds like you have a lot of experience and time using this type of mat. Can you tell me if hitting of of this mat or any mat in general will create scuff marks or rub off the bottom of the club as compared to regular grass? Especially for fairway woods and hybrids. Thanks you for your time.
These type of matts generally won’t do any damage to your clubs. Heck I will go as far to say that we can take a demo head that we have used all year and polish it up and it will look brand new. So no concern at all.
Thanks. Very good information. The yoga mat you use is 1/4" thick. I am looking at one that is 5/8" thick. Is more better or would the mat become too spongy?
Thanks for this! Hoping to build the perfect home practice setup. One interesting supplier is one that Michael Breed has mentioned on his show recently. They do lots of commercial work. Elite Synthetic Surfaces is their name, I believe. Haven't decided on my exact mat yet though.
Great video. I have a home skytrak setup, and as you know, you have to hit from a very similar spot each time. I have a hard mat now, and looking to get a more realistic feel. But, something that lasts also. You have any idea of how many iron hits this will take? Of course we aren't Great golfers, so we hit fat more than normal.. any input would be appreciated.
I think I understood the question. Matt’s will break down and get softer over time, and I kind of like going a little firm at first with the understanding that this will happen. Generally the break in period is about 500-1000 swings before the fibers start breaking down, and that’s usually where the Matt’s we use really comes to life
I know I’m a few years late, doesn’t cutting out the yoga mat to make room for the cardboard/tape just remove all of the extra cushion right where you need it? If not, couldn’t you just use cardboard under the whole mat? And if he yoga mat is better than the cardboard, why not use a section of yoga mat wrapped in tape(to keep the tee from ripping through)?
So not really, that was really only used for when hitting the driver. So you would never come into contact with the Matt. Since then I’ve switched to the new BirtTees. Those things have been phenomenal.
can you putt on this mat or is it too soft for the ball to roll smoothly thru? i have a skytrak so I have to hit at the same spot everytime and when playing a round on The Golf Club we do putt (with 6 ft gimmes)
That’s a really good question and originally we had several types of surfaces but realized quickly is that it just introduces another variable to in an attempt minimize the variances we simply have one type of hitting surface.
Could you help with a few follow up questions? ever tried a “premium” mat like EZ Tee, if so, how does this compare? Do you have any padding under the hitting strip in your floor? (Like besides the yoga mat) How long does a trip last you? Thanks!
No additional padding other than yoga Matt, about a year but that’s constant use so 25-30 fits a week, and the only other Matt’s I tried and liked are the synthetic turf international eztee line Matt’s. I would order a 4x4 and make 4-2x2’s
I don't know man, doesnt seem lkke much savings over just buying a premium mat which will last indefinitely. I practice 3 to 4 times a day and have done so for 2.5 years on my mat, no signs of wear at all. It's called Country Club Elite. It was pricey but worth it.
I noticed a comment about the link being gone because mat was no longer available. Then another about the product changing and being softer. Just seeking some clarity. There appears to be a link again in your description. Is that mat still the one you recommend or is it now too soft?
Just came accross this as i am looking into building my own mat, have you tested it with using 1 or 2 layers of carpet pad under the mat instead of yoga mat? any thoughts this was my first thought when i was thinking it through before i seen your video with the yoga mat
Haven’t tested it with carpet, the only thing you want to be mindful of is the overall thickness that you run into when using different materials the yoga Matt is what I found to work really well but I say it couldn’t hurt to test and try.
I am sure you tried fiberbuilt in your testing. What were your thoughts on that and how does this compare? I like the injury prevention but feels ummm different let’s say at impact. Hard to describe. Might try making a hitting strip out of this to try.
Wasn’t a fan of the sectional pieces of the Fiber built platform system, just to harsh of a feel. The tee line Mat was better, but I never been a fan of the stance Matt and hitting mat being the same material.
@@SwingFit John, I really appreciate all of your advice. You mention that you have tested the fiber built mat and don’t care for it. I appreciate that feedback because they are certainly not inexpensive and I’m glad to not waste money on it. Have you tested the real feel country club elite? Par2pro sells a 10” by 30” piece for $67.19 and a 20” by 36” piece for $134.28. I have watched lots of your videos and trust your opinion and wanted it on this. Thanks, Brent.
Here is the great thing this thing last is about a year and that is everyday high use. Basically you treat the Matt as if it has 4 sections Front left back left, front right back right. And all you are going to do is rotate which section you hit out of. So say month 1 hit front left, month 2 back left, then month 3 front right, month 4 back right, then rotate Matt 180 and start over hitting the shots in the opposite direction of the first 4 months. Hope this made sense.
Awesome vid John but PLEASE use a respirator. Your breathing into your lungs and organs chemicals that bond together whatever they touch and the LAST thing your lungs or you need is a lifetime being shortened for a very very simple matter of a few extra seconds to put on a respirator and a few dollars. Just a recommendation by someone speaking from experience . Keep up the great vids and live a long healthy life to golf into the sunset my man !
Well, this is a timely video - almost like you heard the question marbles rattling around in my skull last week.
Lol
The way you solve the tee chasing with BirTee is to tie a shoelace to the bottom of the tee and tuck it under the mat so the tee flies, but not very far and no wooden tee bits all over. Do not use a flat shoelace because they will wind up like mad - use a round lace and they do not wind up. Nice mat video - I make my hitting mats with this process and they are awesome!
Awesome suggestion, and thanks for the tips
Nice video john.... cool topic that i have never seen covered 👊👍
Hey Bandit if we are the reason the channel was created ... don’t tell them our better halves have banned us from using tools and flammable products because I thought this was video is our way back. #golfdiy 👍 Thanks for Sharing.
Great vid John, many thanks for all the info. though it might have been a cool idea to mention that you may need to wear some form of safety headgear, for when you wife/partner/significant other realises that you have chopped up her favourite Yoga mat!🤦♂️
So true.
Nice mat on it's own. Accepts tees so I won't be drilling a hole in a $200 golf mat. Thanks for the info!
Heard you there, we did the wooden tee thing for a while and just got tired of picking up splinters and chasing the plastic tees after every shot. With that said it’s a great option for those who would like to try. Thanks for sharing.
@@SwingFit Bush tees bruh!
Appreciate you doing this. THANK YOU!
Anytime
Hello and great video. It sounds like you have a lot of experience and time using this type of mat. Can you tell me if hitting of of this mat or any mat in general will create scuff marks or rub off the bottom of the club as compared to regular grass? Especially for fairway woods and hybrids. Thanks you for your time.
These type of matts generally won’t do any damage to your clubs. Heck I will go as far to say that we can take a demo head that we have used all year and polish it up and it will look brand new. So no concern at all.
Any suggestion on a small stance mat?
I subbed purely for the friendly accent.
Thanks my man…
Thanks. Very good information. The yoga mat you use is 1/4" thick. I am looking at one that is 5/8" thick. Is more better or would the mat become too spongy?
Too spongy. We just need a little extra layer of forgiveness but not so much that is becomes too soft. Great question.
Thanks for this! Hoping to build the perfect home practice setup. One interesting supplier is one that Michael Breed has mentioned on his show recently. They do lots of commercial work. Elite Synthetic Surfaces is their name, I believe. Haven't decided on my exact mat yet though.
Great video. I have a home skytrak setup, and as you know, you have to hit from a very similar spot each time. I have a hard mat now, and looking to get a more realistic feel. But, something that lasts also. You have any idea of how many iron hits this will take? Of course we aren't Great golfers, so we hit fat more than normal.. any input would be appreciated.
I think I understood the question. Matt’s will break down and get softer over time, and I kind of like going a little firm at first with the understanding that this will happen. Generally the break in period is about 500-1000 swings before the fibers start breaking down, and that’s usually where the Matt’s we use really comes to life
Great video, what do you suggest for standing on?
I like a firmer surface similar to that of putting green turf.
What kind of cable are you using with your GC Quad? Looks like a Y adapter? Looks cleaner and would like one for my unit 😬
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@@SwingFit what’s the advantage of using this over the usb-c cable and power cord- cleaner look?
I know I’m a few years late, doesn’t cutting out the yoga mat to make room for the cardboard/tape just remove all of the extra cushion right where you need it? If not, couldn’t you just use cardboard under the whole mat? And if he yoga mat is better than the cardboard, why not use a section of yoga mat wrapped in tape(to keep the tee from ripping through)?
So not really, that was really only used for when hitting the driver. So you would never come into contact with the Matt. Since then I’ve switched to the new BirtTees. Those things have been phenomenal.
Someone needs to build one where the two layers are not glued together, allowing the top layer to move independently to the rubber mat
Does the matzilla turf leave residue on the bottom of your clubs?
They have recently changed their fibers and the last Matt I got was way softer and did leave residue
can you putt on this mat or is it too soft for the ball to roll smoothly thru? i have a skytrak so I have to hit at the same spot everytime and when playing a round on The Golf Club we do putt (with 6 ft gimmes)
You can putt but it’s really meant more for full swings, when we do putter fits we move to a different area and the turf is more firmer.
John, do you allow for different surface types in the bay? Sandy type surface (very spongy) or thicker for rough simulation?
That’s a really good question and originally we had several types of surfaces but realized quickly is that it just introduces another variable to in an attempt minimize the variances we simply have one type of hitting surface.
Could you help with a few follow up questions? ever tried a “premium” mat like EZ Tee, if so, how does this compare? Do you have any padding under the hitting strip in your floor? (Like besides the yoga mat) How long does a trip last you? Thanks!
No additional padding other than yoga Matt, about a year but that’s constant use so 25-30 fits a week, and the only other Matt’s I tried and liked are the synthetic turf international eztee line Matt’s. I would order a 4x4 and make 4-2x2’s
What do you use for the standing area?
We just have regular putting turf down and As long as you don’t wear golf cleats the turf is very durable and lasts a long time.
I don't know man, doesnt seem lkke much savings over just buying a premium mat which will last indefinitely. I practice 3 to 4 times a day and have done so for 2.5 years on my mat, no signs of wear at all. It's called Country Club Elite. It was pricey but worth it.
They are pretty good for sure
I noticed a comment about the link being gone because mat was no longer available. Then another about the product changing and being softer.
Just seeking some clarity. There appears to be a link again in your description. Is that mat still the one you recommend or is it now too soft?
We need to do another video as that link we referenced is no longer active. Stay tuned for a new release soon.
I guess I’m confused, the link works for the turf? Is it not good any more what would you direct us to? I am thinking of making this soon!
@@Royoudo if that link is still active then yes you can use this Matt. I just know for the longest time they were out of stock.
Is this better than Carl’s divot insert?
Never tried that one so not sure
Can you talk about simulators
Not a bad idea
Where is the link for the artificial turf?
Looks like the company is no longer making them.
Just came accross this as i am looking into building my own mat, have you tested it with using 1 or 2 layers of carpet pad under the mat instead of yoga mat? any thoughts this was my first thought when i was thinking it through before i seen your video with the yoga mat
Haven’t tested it with carpet, the only thing you want to be mindful of is the overall thickness that you run into when using different materials the yoga Matt is what I found to work really well but I say it couldn’t hurt to test and try.
I am sure you tried fiberbuilt in your testing. What were your thoughts on that and how does this compare? I like the injury prevention but feels ummm different let’s say at impact. Hard to describe. Might try making a hitting strip out of this to try.
Wasn’t a fan of the sectional pieces of the Fiber built platform system, just to harsh of a feel. The tee line Mat was better, but I never been a fan of the stance Matt and hitting mat being the same material.
@@SwingFit John, I really appreciate all of your advice. You mention that you have tested the fiber built mat and don’t care for it. I appreciate that feedback because they are certainly not inexpensive and I’m glad to not waste money on it. Have you tested the real feel country club elite? Par2pro sells a 10” by 30” piece for $67.19 and a 20” by 36” piece for $134.28. I have watched lots of your videos and trust your opinion and wanted it on this. Thanks, Brent.
What’s the rest of the landing mat you have?
The rest of the turf is just typical putting turf and we insert the hitting Matt in the middle
How’s the durability on this? How often should you swap it out?
Here is the great thing this thing last is about a year and that is everyday high use. Basically you treat the Matt as if it has 4 sections Front left back left, front right back right. And all you are going to do is rotate which section you hit out of. So say month 1 hit front left, month 2 back left, then month 3 front right, month 4 back right, then rotate Matt 180 and start over hitting the shots in the opposite direction of the first 4 months. Hope this made sense.
Thanks John!! I'll call/text you (you've been warned lol)
Awesome vid John but PLEASE use a respirator. Your breathing into your lungs and organs chemicals that bond together whatever they touch and the LAST thing your lungs or you need is a lifetime being shortened for a very very simple matter of a few extra seconds to put on a respirator and a few dollars. Just a recommendation by someone speaking from experience . Keep up the great vids and live a long healthy life to golf into the sunset my man !
Thanks for the feedback and suggestion, your 100% spot on and is one that we have already started to follow as a matter of fact…thanks again.
What do you use for your stance surface?
We have putting turf down in our bays sitting on top of a 7/8 puzzle floor mat.
@@SwingFit Thanks for the reply!
@@SwingFit Can you make a video of how to create a stance mat?
@@SwingFit Do you have a specific supplier that you get the putting turf from?
@@brentschmidt6265 we use synthetic turf international, the NP50 model. It’s not the cheapest but without question one of the best
You should move your arms more when you talk.
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