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Your 2025 Sim Inspo is Here!
Sim Weekly by Yardstick Golf
Good Morning, Golfers!!
With sim season in full swing, we’re rounding up some serious inspiration for your dream setups—our picks for the Best Simulator Builds of 2025! Plus, we’re spotlighting a game-changing new sim product and breaking down all the action in our latest TGL recap. Let’s dive in!
Today's Topics
🔥 Plus, scroll to see our meme of the week.
👀 The Three-Putt: 3 Golf Picks You Can't Miss
📰 Must-Read: Curious how TGL came to life? From securing Tiger’s involvement to convincing the PGA to greenlight member participation, this ESPN deep dive has all the behind-the-scenes details. Read more on ESPN.
⛳ Must-Try: Hunting for the latest golf gear to try out this year? MyGolfSpy has the ultimate roundup of all the newest releases here.
📽️ Must-See: Mark your calendars—PGA TOUR 2K25 drops on February 28th! With 29 licensed courses at launch, you’ll be able to take on iconic venues like Oakmont (2025 U.S. Open), Quail Hollow (2025 PGA Championship), and Royal Portrush (The 153rd Open).
⛳ Been Waiting for a Sign to Build Your Dream Sim? This is It.
We’ve scoured r/Golfsimulator to bring you the ultimate inspiration for your 2025 simulator build. These are the top up-voted setups of the year—aka the crème de la crème of DIY golf heaven.
Whether you’re dreaming of a decked-out basement setup or a slick retractable garage build, these posts showcase the best of the best. Bonus: we’re linking directly to the products featured so you can swipe the same gear (spoiler alert: a few fan favorites keep popping up).
At the end, we’ll break down the most popular products. Ready to turn your golf goals into a reality? Let’s dive in ⬇️
Best Sim Shed from u/LEWSE
For us sim nerds, a dedicated golf shed is the stuff of dreams—and u/LEWSE’s 16’ x 20’ masterpiece is peak goals. This $40K build is the definition of next-level, complete with a Carl’s Place enclosure that gives the space a sleek, pro look.
But it’s the details that really seal the deal: LED lighting for those late-night practice sessions and a wall-mounted club organizer are among our favorite features. It’s no surprise this setup dominated the upvotes—it's practically begging to be replicated.
The Build:
Best Basement Build from u/kwalsh5534
If you’ve got 10-foot ceilings in their basement we’re already jealous. u/kwalsh5534 takes advantage of their space with this decked-out sim setup that’s equal parts golf haven and man cave paradise.
Think: a top-tier simulator rig, a TV for streaming NFL games, and—of course—a beer fridge stocked and ready for post-round (or mid-round) refreshments. It’s the kind of space that makes us want to cancel plans and stay home all weekend.
The Build:
Best Outdoor Golf Sim from u/NvrWin
Ocean breeze, crashing waves, and… golf? Yeah, we could get used to that. This top-rated forum favorite is the definition of a golfer’s paradise, blending stunning views with clever engineering.
The genius behind the setup? A retractable net neatly tucked under a deck that’s ready to go in just 10 minutes. Plus, the user takes extra care to attach and remove their projector for each round, keeping it in pristine condition. Practical, beautiful, and totally envy-inducing.
The Build:
Best Remodel from u/spear9805
Six months of hard work and one room renovation later, u/spear9805 has created a golf sim room that proves patience pays off. With 9-foot ceilings and a compact space, they made every inch count—and added some impressive DIY flair.
Their secret sauce? Crafting custom padding for the sides and ceiling using plywood, vinyl wrap, and padding. This setup went from wooden beams and concrete to a fully functional indoor golf oasis. Talk about a transformation worth the wait!
The Build:
Best Retractable from u/aw-madeulook
Talk about a gift that keeps on giving! u/aw-madeulook surprised their spouse with a fully retractable golf setup right in their weight room. Now that’s a present worthy of years of bragging rights.
The setup is nothing short of genius: a motorized roller mechanism and blackout curtains completely transform the space into a golf haven. When the round’s over, the setup retracts, and it’s back to business for workouts. Golf, fitness, and a partner who truly gets it—chef’s kiss.
The Build:
🏆 The MVPs of the Best Sim Setups
Across all these top-rated builds, a few stars stole the spotlight:
Carl’s Place enclosures & screens: Sleek, durable, and the go-to for a pro-level look.
BenQ projectors: Crisp visuals that bring every shot to life.
GSPro Software: The ultimate choice for realistic gameplay and endless course options.
So, what are you waiting for? Make 2025 the year of the sim!
🏌️ TGL Recap
Tuesday brought us the second night of TGL’s inaugural season, and guess who showed up? The one, the only… Tiger Woods. The hype was off the charts—Tiger made a very dramatic entrance to "Eye of the Tiger," complete with red lights, smoke, and his iconic red polo. (Watch it here).
But the buzz didn’t quite translate to Tiger’s performance. His debut was, well… less than legendary. Jupiter Links went up against Los Angeles, but it wasn’t much of a battle—the LA Golf Club dominated with a whopping 12-1 lead.
Here’s our quick recap:
Best Shot
We’ll throw Tiger a bone here—dropping the hammer on his first tee shot and ripping a super pure 270-yard shot was classic. (Watch all of Tiger’s shots from the night here.)
Funniest Shot
Kevin Kisner had us in stitches when he hit the pin on a bunker shot, sending Max Homa ducking for cover while Tiger cracked up. Comedy gold. (Watch the chaos unfold here.)
Coolest Course Design
This week featured the same courses as last (check them out here), but we’ll give it to Quick Draw, the final hole of the night. It’s a stunner: teeing off from the canyon’s edge, the fairway snakes along the rim. But if players are feeling bold, they can take the risky approach and play across the canyon to a rising plateau.
Best “Hot Mic” Moment
"You wanna come and play? Come sub in, man! Bring in the righty." Kevin Kisner to Tiger Woods’ son, Charlie, who was in the audience. Somebody’s finally bringing the banter!
A Recap Review
“Most Important Distinction: These are great golfers, not great simulator golfers. Tiger Woods, Xander Schauffele, Rory McIlroy, Collin Morikawa, Hideki Matsuyama, Ludvig Aberg. To say TGL boasts some of the best golfers on the planet is not a stretch. The problem, which became clear as Tuesday’s night chop-fest unfolded, is that simulator golf is a very different discipline.”
‼️ Breaking News: Carl’s Place Just Changed the Game
Carl’s Place just dropped something big. Introducing the first-ever DIY Curved Golf Enclosure! This sleek, seamless design surrounds you for unbeatable depth and realism, taking your indoor golf experience to the next level.
Whether you’re leveling up your home setup or upgrading a business simulator, Carl’s new curved screen offers immersive play with a panoramic view that feels like stepping onto the course.
Ready to see what the hype’s about? Check it out here!
We’re also planning on trying it out at the PGA Show next week—more to come!
Us for real…
That’s it for today, golfers! We’ll be at the PGA show next week, and can’t wait to share our finds!
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