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Golfers agree on very few things. Equipment preferences vary wildly. Opinions on course conditions can change from one group to the next. Even something as simple as golf fashion can create spirited debate.
Pace of play, though? Surely we can find some common ground there.
Nearly every golfer agrees that slow play is a problem, but we have seen the disagreement begin when we ask how much it should impact the experience.
That question serves as the foundation for Episode 2 of Splitting Fairways, the THP podcast where Ryan “Hawk” and Jeremy “Lord Tox” explore the conversations golfers are already having every day. Rather than trying to determine who is right and who is wrong, the show examines both sides of golf’s most divisive topics and the perspectives that shape them.
This week, the discussion shifts from golf fashion to one of the most common complaints in the game.
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Are golfers too obsessed with pace of play?
The topic originated from a discussion on the THP Forum that challenged a common assumption. The original post wasn’t defending slow play. Instead, it questioned whether golfers sometimes allow pace of play to affect their enjoyment of the game more than it should.
Predictably, the responses were divided.
One side argued that pace matters because golf is a shared experience. Slow groups impact everyone behind them, disrupt rhythm, and demonstrate a lack of awareness for other players on the course.
The opposing view suggested that golfers have become conditioned to treat every delay as a crisis. Waiting occasionally is not the same thing as slow play, and in an era of increased participation and crowded tee sheets, some delays are simply part of the experience.
As the episode unfolds, the conversation moves well beyond pace of play itself.
Topics such as golf’s continued growth, public versus private course expectations, respect for fellow golfers, and modern expectations of convenience all become part of the discussion. Along the way, several memorable comments from THP Forum members help illustrate just how passionate golfers can become when discussing pace.
Whether you believe slow play is one of the game’s biggest issues or think golfers sometimes allow it to overshadow an otherwise enjoyable round, Episode 2 explores both perspectives.
After listening, we want to hear from you.
Is slow play ruining golf, or are golfers letting it ruin golf?
Let us know where you stand in the comments below.
Go to discussion...https://thpimage.com/audio/SplittingFairwaysEp2.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Spotify | RSS

Social Media Director and Staff Writer Ryan Hawk lives in Northwestern Illinois. He's been a writer for The Hackers Paradise since 2011, and has been part of several THP Experiences.

There are certain places in golf that feel larger than the championships played upon them.  Shinnecock Hills is one of those places.
Long before it became synonymous with U.S. Opens, major champions and unforgettable moments, the essence of Shinnecock was the land itself. Rolling dunes. Endless fescue. The constant presence of wind blowing in from the Atlantic. It’s a course that feels like it was discovered rather than built, shaped naturally over time by the same elements that continue to challenge the world’s best players today.
[H2] Inspired by Shinnecock Hills
For its latest Small Batch release, Toulon Golf draws inspiration from one of golf’s most revered championship venues with the introduction of the Small Batch Southampton, a limited-edition blade inspired by both the course and the championship memories it has produced.
For many of us, Shinnecock immediately brings back memories of the 2018 U.S. Open. The course was firm, the winds were relentless and pars were valuable. The champion navigated the challenge better than anyone, successfully defending his U.S. Open title and cementing himself as one of the era’s premier major championship performers.
According to Toulon, the design team found themselves revisiting that June weekend and the putter used to secure the trophy. While the classic blade profile immediately drew attention, it was the face insert that sparked the idea for what would eventually become Southampton.
[H2] A First for the Small Batch Line
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While Toulon has built its reputation around premium milled putters, Southampton marks the first Small Batch release to incorporate an insert. The decision wasn’t driven by a desire to increase MOI or redistribute mass. Instead, Toulon wanted to create a softer, more muted feel at impact than traditional stainless steel alone could provide.
To accomplish that goal, Toulon turned to an unusual material: purple copper.
[H2] The Story Behind Purple Copper
Milled from ultra-high-purity copper, the insert introduces both a different feel and a different visual character. Fresh from the mill, the material displays a rich rose-red appearance that contrasts beautifully against the Tour Satin Silver Mist finish of the 904L stainless steel head. Over time, however, the insert begins to change. As a thin oxide layer develops, the copper gradually takes on the purple hue that gives the material its name.
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That evolution feels particularly fitting for a putter inspired by Shinnecock Hills. Just as the winds and weather have shaped the landscape over generations, the insert itself will slowly develop a personality unique to each owner. No two Southampton putters will age exactly the same way.
[H2] Design Details Inspired by the Coast
The head design carries familiar Toulon DNA while introducing details intended to reflect the rugged character of the course. Drawing inspiration from the popular San Diego shape, Southampton features angular lines, squared proportions and carefully sculpted contours meant to evoke the feeling of something shaped by nature rather than machinery.
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The sole graphics are inspired by the shifting Atlantic winds that define the area. The Small Batch heel stamp is surrounded by five stars representing the five founding clubs of the USGA, including Shinnecock Hills itself. Even the cavity engraving is understated, allowing the purple copper insert to remain the visual centerpiece.
There is a balance to Southampton that makes the concept particularly attractive to us. It acknowledges the championship moments that helped shape Shinnecock’s legacy while allowing the design itself, highlighted by the striking purple copper insert, to remain the focus.
[H2] Details and Specifications – Toulon Southampton
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Model: Toulon Small Batch Southampton Material: 904L Stainless Steel Body with Purple Copper Insert Finish: Tour Satin Silver Mist Face Milling: Ultra Fine Double Fly Mill Head Weight: 360g Toe Hang: 43° Loft: 3° Lie Angle: 70° Shaft: KBS CT Tour Steel Grip: Toulon Custom Southampton Pistol Midsize Headcover: Small Batch Southampton Custom Headcover
For more information on the Toulon Small Batch Southampton, visit ToulonGolf.com.
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Social Media Director and Staff Writer Ryan Hawk lives in Northwestern Illinois. He's been a writer for The Hackers Paradise since 2011, and has been part of several THP Experiences.

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