The Chasing Daylight Podcast: Golf Talk, PGA Tour & Gear

360: Paiute in the Fog, Callaway Chrome Tour & The "Joker" Revealed!

Send us a textTwo truths can exist at once: golf is thriving, and some of its boldest experiments still can’t find the right stage. We start the year by proving why the local game matters most—new energy in the Vegas Golf Network, a private Facebook group where real debates live, and our fresh “Joker Low Net” format that rewards players who go low! We also welcomed Relic Body Arts as a sponsor and spun up live giveaways because community isn’t a slogan for us; it’s the point.Gear lovers get plenty to chew on. Callaway refreshed the Chrome Soft family and teased the Quantum driver, with materials and cover tech designed to add speed without sacrificing feel. We talk about where gains might come from, how fitters will test the claims, and why early-access fittings at private clubs can be a cheat code for smarter buying. Then we press into the TGL problem: elite players, clever tech, but buried time slots and an audience left guessing. Our fix is simple—put it on Golf Channel in prime hours, replay it smartly, and partner with OEMs to explain equipment choices in real time so the product tells a story the average golfer can follow.The heart of the show is a fog-drenched round at Paiute that reminded us why we play. With visibility down, we moved up a tee box, hit more short irons, tightened dispersion, and tied a personal best. It wasn’t about ego; it was about making the course fit the day and the body. That theme rolls straight into putting: a quick posture reset led to a shorter putter and a better stroke. If you can’t reach a studio, grab a roll-out mat, a mirror, and a yardstick to lock in start line and face control. For newer golfers, we lay out a sane gear path—shop quality used sets or get a fit, and if you’re slicing, buy one lesson and actually do the work.We finish by spotlighting the LPGA at Shadow Creek, a full-field event at a bucket-list course that most fans will never step on. That’s how you build intrigue the right way. The West Coast swing is loading—Sony, AmEx, Farmers, Phoenix, Pebble, Genesis—and we’ll be ready with takes, gear notes, and more community wins.If this mix of real-world golf, gear honesty, and smarter practice vibes with you, tap follow, share the show with a golf buddy, and drop a review. Your support helps us grow the community and bring you more fittings, giveaways, and deep-dive episodes all season long.Support the showSpecial thank goes out to our show sponsors:🏌️‍♂️Garsen Grips - https://garsengolf.com And also our show supporters:⛳️ Las Vegas Golf Superstore - https://www.worldwidegolfshops.com/🏌️‍♂️ Rohrs Golf Co - https://rohrsgolf.com/

359: From Dallas Fairways To Custom Putters: David Trett’s Journey

Send us a textA Starlink meltdown, two missing Terriliums, and the cleanest long-neck builds you’ve seen—this one is part comedy of errors, part masterclass in the art of putters. We sit down with David Trett of Jet Putters to trace his unlikely route from college basketball to Dallas golf, where resort events, caddie loops, and indoor fitting bays turned into a crash course on performance gear and player psychology. Along the way, he learned to restore and customize putters—and now he shares the process live, sanding down the secrecy that usually shrouds the craft.We get hands-on with the details golfers actually feel. David breaks down why long necks can neutralize torque, how shifting the neck axis toward center changes face rotation, and when deeper milling softens sound without muting feedback. He shows how compact heel-to-toe profiles can sharpen alignment, and he experiments with left-hand neck flips to chase true zero torque. It’s shop-floor truth instead of brochure buzzwords—useful for anyone debating face-balanced vs toe-hang or wondering whether a different neck could steady their stroke.There’s a candid look at the live selling boom too. As the golf category on Whatnot exploded, volume and “games” reshaped pricing overnight. David explains how he reframed shows as marketing and community—teaching in late-night garage streams, fielding custom orders, and accepting the gritty reality of packing, split shipments, and the rare nightmare of unscanned boxes. The nostalgia thread runs strong: Mizuno blades, Zebra putters, burner bubbles, and proof that smart targets matter more than model year. We trade architecture notes—from the fairness of Sawgrass to the optical mind games of Whistling Straits, the beauty and brutality of French Lick, and why Ross parkland designs reward conviction.At the center of it all is meaning. Heirloom restorations for families, a Blue Angels-inspired Phantom for a retiring Navy veteran—projects that tie craft to memory. If you love custom putters, Scotty Cameron Terrilium, long neck mods, zero torque setups, and real talk about gear, you’ll feel at home here. Tap play, share it with a golf friend who tinkers, and leave a review to help more gear nerds find us.Support the showSpecial thank goes out to our show sponsors:🏌️‍♂️Garsen Grips - https://garsengolf.com And also our show supporters:⛳️ Las Vegas Golf Superstore - https://www.worldwidegolfshops.com/🏌️‍♂️ Rohrs Golf Co - https://rohrsgolf.com/

358: Brooks Koepka Leaves LIV, Our Wish Lists Grow, And Matt might get a New Knee

Send us a textMerry Christma-Kwanza-Kah! In this special holiday "spectacular," Matt, Dan, and Jeremy are joined by Joe (briefly!) and a surprise appearance by Greenley to talk through the latest chaos in the world of professional golf and some major personal news. The guys dive deep into the massive rumors surrounding Brooks Koepka potentially leaving LIV Golf, the financial hurdles of a $100 million sign-on bonus, and what it could mean for the PGA Tour. They also discuss the recent retirements of Mito Pereira and Henrik Stenson, questioning if the "generational wealth" of LIV is losing its luster compared to playing in front of real crowds. On a more personal note, Matt reveals the results of his MRI: it turns out he’s been playing with a "massive" Baker’s cyst and a knee that is officially "bone-to-bone." He shares the plan for a full knee replacement and his goal to be back on the course in under three months—hopefully with a "Japanese forged" bionic knee. Also in this episode:New Gear Talk: Early impressions of the Callaway Quantum and TaylorMade Qi10 drivers. The Heartland Tournament: What we know (and don't know) about the Landmand qualifying lottery and representing your state. Holiday Wishlists: From new rangefinders to "non-poor people" Vanquish shafts. New York Christmas: Matt’s upcoming trip to the Big Apple and the search for the best bagel (shoutout to Pop-Up Bagel and Russ & Daughters). Happy Holidays from the Chasing Daylight crew! We’ll see you in 2026Connect with the Show:Website: ChasingDaylightPodcast.com Grips: Use code daylight15 at Garson Golf for 15% offSupport: If you enjoyed the show, please hit the "+" or "Follow" button on Apple Podcasts and leave us a thumbs up on YouTube! Support the showSpecial thank goes out to our show sponsors:🏌️‍♂️Garsen Grips - https://garsengolf.com And also our show supporters:⛳️ Las Vegas Golf Superstore - https://www.worldwidegolfshops.com/🏌️‍♂️ Rohrs Golf Co - https://rohrsgolf.com/

357: The Death of Public Golf in Vegas? Bears Best & Desert Pines Updates

Send us a textReal talk for real golfers. In this episode of the Chasing Daylight Podcast, Matt, Joe, and the gang celebrate a major milestone—hitting 800 subscribers on YouTube—and dive deep into the current state of the golf world, both on and off the course. Inside This Episode:The Vegas Scene: We discuss the massive revenue coming out of Allegiant Stadium ($281 million and counting!) and what the future holds for local golf as Bears Best undergoes a total private remodel and rumors swirl around the closing of Desert Pines. Golf Trip Memories: The crew looks back at epic trips to Bandon Dunes, Sweetens Cove, and the "unbeatable" journey through Georgia, Tennessee, and Alabama. The Landmand Announcement: We speculate on the mysterious upcoming "Special Announcement" involving Landman and some of the PGA Tour's biggest names like Scheffler and McIlroy. The Wild World of Whatnot: Joe shares a candid look at the "Whatnot" seller-buyer dynamic, the psychological side of bidding, and why some sellers are getting it all wrong. The New https://www.google.com/search?q=ChasingDaylight.com: Matt walks us through the massive website overhaul, including a full database of past guests, host "What’s In The Bag" (WITB) sections, and searchable transcripts. Shout out to our sponsors and partners:Garsen Golf: Check out their innovative grips and use code Daylight15 for 15% off. Gretsch Academy. CDP listeners can save 50% on their first booking using the code "CDP"Join the Conversation: Want to join our after-show, Chasing Darkness? Subscribe to our premium service or reach out via the new contact page on our website to get the link for our private post-show hangouts. Support the showSpecial thank goes out to our show sponsors:🏌️‍♂️Garsen Grips - https://garsengolf.com And also our show supporters:⛳️ Las Vegas Golf Superstore - https://www.worldwidegolfshops.com/🏌️‍♂️ Rohrs Golf Co - https://rohrsgolf.com/

356: Zero Torque, AimPoint, and The Truth About Putter Fittings with Preston Combs

Send us a textIn this episode, Matt sits down with "Putting Guru" Preston Combs, owner of Preston’s Putting, for a deep dive into the art and science of rolling the rock. Whether you are a gear junkie obsessed with the latest Zero Torque putters or a player struggling to read greens, this conversation covers it all. Preston debunks the myths about AimPoint, explains how to properly test a putter before buying it, and takes Matt through a live lesson that transforms his setup.In This Episode, We Cover:The Truth About AimPoint: Preston explains why AimPoint is suitable for beginners and high-handicappers, not just pros. He also debunks the myth that AimPoint slows the game, noting that a proper read should take only about 10 to 12 seconds.Green Books vs. Feel: While Green Books are great for approach shots, Preston explains why relying on them solely for putting can be tricky due to angle variationsThe "Zero Torque" Debate: Do you actually need a Zero Torque putter? Preston reveals that while they help some, they can hurt players who rely on torque for feel in transition.How to Buy a Putter: Don't just grab what's popular. Preston shares a drill that uses a quarter or a dime to test start lines in the store before you drop hundreds of dollars.Blade vs. Mallet: Why "cavity back" putters might be hiding your mistakes and why some pros are sticking to blades for better feedback.The "Base Stroke" System: Understanding how to regulate stroke size and tempo so you stop guessing how hard to hit the ballMatt’s Lesson: Preston diagnoses Matt’s "long follow-through" as a symptom of a short backswing and fixes his setup by adjusting his forward bend to improve structural stability.Resources Mentioned:Preston's Putting: https://www.prestonsputting.com/AimPoint: https://aimpointgolf.com/ Vertex Sensor: https://vertex-golf.com/Quotes from the Show:"If you can't control the face on a three-mile-an-hour club head speed swing, it's not the putter." - Matt "I’m a proponent of any tool that allows players to better understand what’s getting ready to happen to their golf ball." - Preston Combs "It looks like you're trying to hit that eight iron 160 yards." - Preston on forcing a putting stroke. Support the showSpecial thank goes out to our show sponsors:🏌️‍♂️Garsen Grips - https://garsengolf.com And also our show supporters:⛳️ Las Vegas Golf Superstore - https://www.worldwidegolfshops.com/🏌️‍♂️ Rohrs Golf Co - https://rohrsgolf.com/