Can EAL break 90 at The CJ Cup?

[@scotthutcheon5964]

I always like your Break 90 attempts. It really shows the Them and Us when it comes to Pro golf. I know its painful but keep them coming. We all feel your pain.

[@ryanmccarthy7669]

golf is hard and this was the most relatable content you've made

[@sumsar0125]

Doesn't get any easier trying to compare yourself to the pro's. I mean I get it, the perspective of illustrating the gap between them and us mortals. But to me there's nothing worse than a horrible, moody day at the course. Course designer says it best at the end.

[@willp.6093]

Yeah man I know this is 5 months later but I had a similar round on 9 holes where I shot 54 and then the next day shot 39 on the same course

[@Suited1989]

This video made me sad... You're normally so good at finding the positives in the course, the game, the chance to travel, meet people, don't lose that! Hope you enjoy a well deserved rest, make sure you get a chance to go play some courses that you really enjoy with some good people! If you fancy another Scotland trip you've got a standing invite at Pitreavie Golf Club in Dunfermline, you'll enjoy it for sure!

[@steveperalta3063]

I completely agree. I've followed Erik for a while now and just love his easy going non pretentious attitude. He's a regular guy that we can all relate to. This was a little hard to watch for me in its entirety. Still love the guy and look forward to see more videos.

[@GolfRx]

Lets keep it honest Just like how we all feel

[@KlokStudios]

Why should it make you sad it's a realistic look at a bad round we all have. Even the most positive people have a cloudy day. I respect EAL for still posting he could have just scratched this video but he didn't.

[@brianharmon5485]

This is the hardest I've laughed in a while. If entertainment value is what you were after, consider it a success. This is true golf right here.

[@JoshuaWilliams-919]

One of the realest videos I've ever seen. We have all been there and this is the reality of golf. Thxs for your struggles to help me with mine. MYGUY

[@christophervasquez4715]

Erik, I feel ya. I have played some great courses in my area this year and have had my ass handed to me by most. I am a 22 handicap that loves the game as much as anyone. I try to remember how lucky I am to be able to have an opportunity to play the game. Keep doing what you do.

[@BoulonProd]

"We must embrace pain and burn it as fuel for our journey" Kenji Miyazawa

[@lukewallace3336]

New title: "Here's Erik in a bad mood"

[@bloatedsodium7301]

Bad mood on the golf course> good mood at work

[@tjbowers4571]

I'd call it "EAL on tilt". Unfortunately, we all have those kinds of days on the course

[@gtaylor9218]

This was one of Erik's worst videos for sure..production quality was out of this world per usual....but made it look like this was the least fun thing you could possibly do in south Korea

[@kevintantw5999]

I absolutely love this video. Why? Because you just summarised my game, my emotions and my thought process. Every single game. And we still go back for more. Gotta love golf.

[@Glukh]

Your transparency and honesty in the break 90 series is admirable. As a new golfer I'm learning so much. Thanks Erik! Good luck in the next one!!

[@jakehafertepe6465]

The amount of justification for any shot was hilarious, I would do the same exact thing.

[@tylertheune637]

We all do it and it's always hilarious to watch as an observer

[@lukenichols5528]

Thank you for showing your raw emotion and not trying to fake it for the camera. Mission accomplished in my book

[@ItZaViBe89]

Dear Erik, Let me share something I learned my first year competing in tournaments. I'm a hard (9) handi and after this season of competing I've learned I have the skills to make consistently good golf swing but my mental game is poor. When I'm playing in (solo) tournements not (scrambles) I doubt my game without knowing it. I will let you take that for what it is, but you have the skills just stop letting your mental game get in the way. Swing free, have positive thoughts (the entire round) and go into tournaments not having a set score you want to shoot. Go into it with no expectations (not low) and watch your best game come out. Most of all remember have fun because just about everyone sucks at golf 😂🏌️⛳

[@barthezzo]

Good to see the “real game” we all play! Keep it up Erik!

[@davidgilbert9703]

This video is helpful... I shot 90 at Whistling Straits and felt bad about it. Watching Erik makes me have a new perspective. Some of these courses are just HARD and a 90 is fine. I think if I get to go back to Whistling Straits i'll enjoy my 90 with a smile. Thanks Erik.

[@benjamin.kelley]

"I don't even look at these things anymore, I'm plus 50!" This is the best phrase I've heard from a golf architect.

[@cubfan]

Can't appreciate the good rounds without some of the bad, Erik. Keep it up.

[@kevinmcdonald608]

Cub I didnt know that you played and watched golf love watching you on hermitcaraft

[@bendonahue8628]

“Swing looks great, not terribly functional” my golf game in all facets

[@austinling7318]

Hahahahaha same my swing looks so much better than it is

[@brandonvaters268]

Erik, these are necessary videos. As a fellow 4ish handicapper, I need to see these from time to time to remind myself how infinitely better the pros are than us casuals.

[@zanderwylie7172]

When the going gets tough. Take the bag off the cart and start walking. What a classic move!!!! Love it

[@Serpent82JTF]

These are my favorite videos. I don’t get the pleasure to play these elite courses so it’s awesome to see a 5 handicapper play what the pros play. It just shows you how good they are and allows me to appreciate it. Thanks for suffering so we can get that exposure. I hope to see more of these in the future.

[@chalkstick20]

that Jones jacket is so mint. just found out what i’m giving my brother for Christmas

[@cole_ramirez]

$300 pretty steep lol

[@tylerjohnson9363]

The lesson I learned from this video is don't go for hero shots. That's what seems to quickly turn the bogey holes into triple or worse for you and me too! Chipping back to the fairway is almost always going to be better. Love watching these videos!

[@brettfuchs5233]

Golf man what can I say. I felt exactly the same way you felt my last round. Played a course where I shot my best round ever an 83. Played it 2 weeks later and was +11 after like 7 holes. People watching me would have thought that I probably have never touched a club in my life

[@imfeelingjazzy1]

More videos like this! Love just watching you play. It helps with this long winter off season

[@imsorrywho99]

Man props for still posting this vid. Can’t always be just laughs and birds. That’s not golf. Just shot a 100 (50/50) at Torrey Pines South earlier this week, much respect to the pros that tear through these courses.

[@austindenning3692]

Erik, I watch you for your positive attitude and how you never complain and or mentally give up, you have been a roll model for me in golf. Today made me take a step back on how I look at your golf game and attitude.

[@chriswhill1]

Turns out he's a real human being with complex emotions.

[@JeanSeblap99]

Love how you showed negative emotions and kept trying to remain positive - it's also part of the game sometimes. Way to

[@lookylooish]

I’m so grateful that you post these videos when you don’t play like a champ. For us mere mortals and 18 handicaps it’s reassuring to know that it isn’t always about the score. Thanks buddy.

[@birdiesbrew4037]

Famous last words to break 90 "I think the key is wearing a new pair of shoes...." :) You're the best Erik! Thank you for going through the muck so that we get to see the gold on the other side.

[@samansty364]

This might be my favourite series!

[@lawtonmullin2991]

slide it back in your stance big boy!! you got this great swings like that dont stay down!!

[@duanekage6084]

I could feel the pain through video...this was by far the most defeated I have seen you on a course EAL...could tell you were struggling to stay positive..feel a lot of viewers will feel that sense of their real life golf game with this video...Keep grinding Eric, you are the man and I love watching your content.

[@robertmayer1497]

Eric not that I am anywhere near your level of golfer, but I feel your pain. Please don't let this round discourage you from further rounds of "Breaking 90" Thanks for your hard work and sharing .

[@Wayneraltman]

Erik, You are my favorite golfer. I relate to your game so much more than to Phil or Tiger or Jack. You need to remember there are people out here cheering for you buddy. I have stunk up dozens of top 100 courses around the world. Your game is what I aspire to. Keep going my man, you are giving me hope.

[@thomasbailey4139]

I shot 110 the other day and I’m typically in the 80’s. Conditions were tough. I was proud to finish the round. Nice feeling knowing you didn’t give up

[@Winstonwalks]

I watched the Paraparaumu and Balmawecen videos and decided to play both on my trip around NZ. I’m too a 5 hcp, but safe to say using rentals and just not having played in three months I would be lucky to have broken 90 either day. Keep it up EAL

[@stewartwhite3507]

Eric, you are a decent golfer. This is a clear demonstration of how the game of golf can beat you up . Just one of those days Eric. Love the vids. Keep em coming.

[@patrickjustdo-inthings2936]

EAL - You just made Golf real. Golf is just like LIFE....A refreshing change compared to your regular Golf vlogs. I think the majority of your subscribers will be able to relate to this edition better than any other. Kudos for resisting the urge to edit the crap out of the raw footage.

[@ericmolt5821]

Bro I feel for you. The struggle was so real in that video. But the real was so real also. Thats my every round...but you know you are going to take the small positives and build on them and somehow make it back out to do it all over again!! Golfers love the abuse! Editing spot on great job team!

[@randomlyrusty5427]

EAL sounds like every golfer out there. Pretty much all’s I have to do is get 12 birdies and one eagle and I will break 90, to easy.

[@vincentgreenholt112]

As a 5 handicap as well I've def had those rounds where it feels like you cant catch a break. But I know I have the game to turn it around which keeps me positive. Recently had a round where I went +11 through 7 holes and still broke 80. I used to be super competitive but now I find that I literally dont care about score at all and usually crush beers the whole time. 😊 also a day on the course is always better than a day at work... but I suppose this is your work...

[@jeremyl1417]

Vincent Greenholt yeah well Erics swing looked quite out of sync in this video. Even if Eric had shown his strongest mental game on that day he would not have broke 90. The mental game is surely important but it is not everything as many people always try make it seem. It is a combination out of technique and the mind. Just my opinion though

[@albandb9366]

What a spectacular golf course! Erik we all know this feeling, that's me 90% of the time when I play....game of frustration!!! Hard to stay positive. I even get depressed sometimes on the course. 😂

[@torlil]

You show how hard it is to swing calm at the course. Everyone says it before the round, but end up trying to hit every ball to the next state.

[@krusher74]

yeah , gripping tight, swinging hard

[@marktyrrell4307]

Thanks for sharing Erik 👊. Don’t stop creating these in 2020. If golf was that simple no one would play it yet alone watch the vlogs

[@travisbohrer2651]

Good lord ... 2 of the biggest issues w Am golf ... 1) playing the right tees 2) putting your game under pressure Golf under pressure is the utmost test for us EAL i appreciate you taking one (another one) to prove how good pros are

[@gballer5]

Dude, the struggle is relatable and I dig it. Entertainment valued.

[@SethHolt]

I'm trying to break 90, too. Although... I'm trying to break 90 for the first time from the blue tees on any course on God's green Earth; not from the tips on a PGA tour-level course. One of these days, we'll both make it happen!

[@cmalc]

One of the truly GREAT things about golf is how it challenges your thoughts and your mood; you either become a better person or you give up golf, which is useful. It means those with over-inflated self opinions who can't face reality (not the nicest people) are filtered out. They just can't cope with it. Those who accept that the game is impossible but keep trying their best, without losing it, tend to be the memorably pleasant people you meet playing this game. There are some old golf cliches that are cliches for very good reason. They help you deal with a course that's getting the better of you. The best one is probably: "play one shot at a time" (an entirely separated event, all to itself). EAL did exactly this when he said he'd start ignoring his score. Also: "trust your swing" ; don't try to change it because your score is going badly. Also: "Golf is a GAME"; losing won't kill you. It'll make you stronger when you think back on where and why you lost shots, indicating what you need to work on at the range. It's a test, and really, your score isn't the result; how much you enjoyed being out there is the important factor (unless you're a pro !)

[@Citizensofthecountry]

Damn Erik. I started cracking up when you were "in jail" in those trees. Not because it's funny... its just so relevant and so relatable. Thank you.

[@jakemartinez1354]

17:05 the divot flys up and lands on his head 😂 insult to injury.

[@benmonroe_the_1]

I love watching the breaking 90 series so much. The struggle is so relatable.

[@nikmak]

Props for the music choices on your channel.

[@cscheatum]

Dude, I related to this video so hard today. Went to a new course littered with tree jails. Luckily I managed to get enough loft to get over them, but still. Every time I sliced into tree jail. I was like, WTF!!! Love the vids. Keep me coming.

[@stephenfader7384]

This is amazing. This is why Golf is Awesome. The Equalizer of men.

[@jonathanhan8878]

That definitely didn’t look easy to do by any stretch of the imagination. Everyone goes through days like that but for you to do it on a tour venue setup and still be able to find some humour in the day. Well, hats off to you sir. And yes, that was very entertaining! Job well done!

[@sosotonysoso]

im not gonna lie Erik. I love these videos. I know its challenging and grinds on you but its fun to watch.

[@christofferbrent-buchholz1911]

freaking love these break 90 or whatever from tips videos! keep it up guys

[@michaelburzese3279]

You know it's a tough day when you have to brush grass of your head and shoulders.

[@davidgolf3245]

EAL another great video. I did this prior to finishing the video and I have faith in you that you can break 90 and come in at 89 or better. I really did stop this at the 3:11 mark where you said comment below. Don't let me down bro, back to the video and good luck.

[@egolf8814]

Jt shot -20 .. I can’t see how that’s possible. This course looks tough

[@codnewbgamer]

they're playing a different game

[@eggsandwich2598]

Erik is one of us guys. Hate to see the bogeys but love that I can relate.

[@aaronkennon]

Keep doing them! This is fun. Because as a 4hc I feel like I could break 90 on these. So you are giving me good wake up calls that I am actually not good at this game.

[@toddcoombs8797]

Keep grinding Erik, we all love you brother!!

[@good3golf]

Played The Old American (LPGA Volunteers of America) in Dallas during Thanksgiving and felt like this. Never realized how much harder course setups are for pros.

[@LoCoAde87]

As a 5 hdc myself, I felt that comment at the beginning 🤣💀

[@soxonfire13]

86. Rooting for you. Haven’t watched the rest yet!

[@jackhollingsed6890]

These are my favorite please do more

[@rubenarriaga6244]

ouch..that's how i feel at any new course! just replayed a course i shot 93 and walked out with 81 yesterday. get back on that horse.

[@cbisjr]

your round brought back memories of when i play "normal" courses. i remember why i quit.

[@GrowYourReputation]

Spectacularly impeccable fairways.

[@diamondcism]

Enjoyed watching this, keep the break 90s vids coming

[@york9x19]

Don't ever stop making these!

[@speedstacker27]

I understand your pain but these videos are really really good. I remember seeing on your insta story about breaking 90 back when the tournament was going and honestly so excited for this video. I believe you break 90 from the tips on a pro course next year!!!

[@RandomGolfClubFilms]

Thank you. That is my goal. WINGED FOOT HERE WE COME.

[@katjahug3742]

Hole nr. 4...was laughing so hard, it was like me in the woods! 😂

[@pheidecker]

Can you solo the sound of your shot at 10:33 and send it to me to use as my new notification sound? That's one of the best sounding shots I've ever heard recorded, and to have the sound of the wind on it too is awesome!

[@johngambon9488]

Erik I know a good course to try: The Ridges at Valley Creek in Wynne, AR. It may not be a PGA golf course, but it’s a great challenge. I played this course in a college tournament and is well worth trying.

[@MCJJtracks]

Love ya Erik, your vids are great and the score never seems to change that

[@runningsocal00]

Would have liked to see seen you take a hybrid on the 10th hole from the rough at 210 yards.

[@minsyoo]

Really puts it into perspective just how crazy good the pga tour guys are

[@jeepeddy2447]

You, me and all of us! We will see you break 90 in 2020 promise! You have it in you! It’s all mental, don’t keep your own score next time, forget about it all and you’ll get it done! 🙏

[@omelihu]

Love this! Keep grinding EAL!

[@KurtGFelix]

Awesome video. Just shows how hard it is if us amateur golfers had to play off the pro tee's.

[@j.o1834]

Love this series! 😁👌

[@jackmasters2249]

I’ve never heard Erik say “I’m gonna play for a straight shot” he only says “I’m gonna cut this or draw this”..... I like it

[@marcuswatson2291]

Love this Eric, you will break 90 at Harding Park! Looking forward to next installment of this series

[@desmondmaisel]

god I hope so.. Im a 3 handicap and I cant imagine shooting worse than 80 there its so straightforward..

[@titancribbing3363]

I’m gonna cut this 5 iron in there...... This is a really hard course. Hahahahaha

[@GolfRx]

That’s everyday golf! No driving range .. straight from work to golf league... thanks Erik for feeling the same misery we all regular golfer feel without practicing on the range Thank you for keeping it honest! The edits Silverbackster

[@titancribbing3363]

The grounds crew spent a few hours on the back nine after you came threw. You were cutting sod out there.

[@Chyeahokay]

Erik, when you travel for these events, and you set a specific goal. Does it ruin the course experience/trip when you don’t meet expectations?

[@gregaskew2976]

anyone know what song is playing throughout the vid?

[@MrBletcha]

Not even watched it yet and already clicked thumbs up!

[@Alex-wb2yw]

This is how I felt when I recently played Pebble Beach. Absolutely stunning course, but soooo hard. The whole time I was thinking about how shitty I was playing rather than focusing on having fun. Then parred 6 and it flipped my attitude around.

[@keller376]

on a 350yd par4 why is the shot selection driver? why not hit the fairway and get your round on track there?

[@collinanderson6422]

You’ll bounce back, man. Quick question, why do you mark your ball with a tee? I’m sure you have tons of sweet ball markers you could use. Just curious. Keep up the great vids!

[@sergiohernandez8682]

I love these videos so much

[@chriswalters0990]

Wow, slick greens.

[@jonathanruiz4519]

Love these break 90 videos! Keep trying

[@AdanTSA]

Erik man, we like to watch you golf, I don't specifically watch you to break whatever...I think you are a maybe a lot more competitive than you try and let on. Just play golf and the whole "break 90" stuff can just be a title of a video. What happens, happens. You are great at providing perspective so hopefully this provides some back. If you've ever seen a video by Golf Sidekick thats his MO. Keep up the great content!

[@joeianelli5526]

How are you a 5 handicap? You have been blessed with all the love of the good community. Just feel more grateful dude!