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@akhoosain1982 ай бұрын
Ordered mine from Amazon . Awaiting delivery. I am part of the garmin universe. it will be a seamless addition to my garmin collection and should link with my other garmin devices.
@brianshepherd76544 жыл бұрын
I have the garmin G80, which is the handheld GPS and launch monitor. $500, but we'll worth it. Garmin is really coming into its own with really top end golf equipment.
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
100%. They aren’t the cheapest but quickly becoming the best.
@cecilward40104 жыл бұрын
I've owned several different devices for golf and this is by far the best of the bunch, a little pricey but worth the $$$. Garmin definitely has a winner with this product.
@thebackyardgolfer70104 жыл бұрын
I need a new one, mine is 7 years old. Another nice review 👍
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
This is the one to get. I’ve tried just about every brand.
@Johnny-xj5qu4 жыл бұрын
I bought the Z80, and fully charged the screen wouldn't come on. I had to factory reset by holding all 3 buttons at once for 30 seconds. That worked for 1 week, then again being charged, black out with no display again. I returned it rather than play a constant game of factory resetting. Hopefully the z82 has fixed the buginess because it's the coolest rangefinder ever when it works. Built in GPS with 2D course layout is awesome. Was disappointed with them using micro usb technology instead of USB-C.
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
Yes I haven’t heard of that issue with the Z 82 or experienced it yet. Sorry that happened to you.
@Calmdown13542 жыл бұрын
Just sold my G80 and my rangefinder to get this. So much better having all the functions in one device!!
@LetsPlayThru2 жыл бұрын
Yes it’s a super cool unit. Congrats
@patrickfereday96924 жыл бұрын
That thing looks unreal!! I would love to get that in my bag
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
Patrick Fereday it’s a game changer - literally
@djnye904010 ай бұрын
Fantastic unit! I played yesterday and the functionality is awesome! The only thing that I see is the optical quality should be a higher resolution. Hoping that Garmin maybe has an upgrade in the near future.
@awesomesauce34893 жыл бұрын
at 12:00 - 376 to flag, 381 to front of the green. This doesn't concern you with a 600.00 range / laser finder?
@williammuff54853 жыл бұрын
even in the rick shields advertisement video it's off like that
@ChiliDippaGolf4 жыл бұрын
Its like a rangefinder on steroids! Very cool! I like the clip it comes with. Looks solid! Great review!
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
That’s a perfect description. I was blown away
@wn90124 жыл бұрын
That thing is unreal!
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
It's the GRAIL
@TedInoue4 ай бұрын
I know this is old technology now but they were on sale so I bought one in April 2024 to try. Short story - I returned it the next day. This unit takes forever to lock on to the pin, often gets it wrong (locking onto the wrong thing) and has a screen that gets blurry if your eye isn't in exactly the right place. I'm a Garmin lover. I've spent thousands on their GPS units, golf watches and bike computers. But this device shouldn't be on the market any more.
@alfredhove52344 жыл бұрын
great video the rangefinder it is on my wish list next christmas. because i dont have a rangefinder and i am in handicap 14
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
This one should drop you down a couple strokes. I hope Santa brings it
@seanconnelly22 жыл бұрын
Great review. Would love to see you review the Precision Pro R1 Smart rangefinder and it's app next.
@ForetoFourGolf4 жыл бұрын
I remember trying to get my phone over the bushnell, such a pain! This thing looks incredible, i wasn’t planning to change but now I’m thinking 🤔
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
Yeah it’s a game changer. I liked the watch a lot but I really love this thing
@themessengersapodcastdocum52234 жыл бұрын
Love this product review! Thx for sharing Gabe!
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@damienconnolly4 жыл бұрын
Great stuff as always Gabe! That looks awesome
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
Oh man, it’s a game changer. I’m still in shock
@swaggypcrouch12014 жыл бұрын
This is the best review of this product there is. I wish I had a little bit more money. 😂
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much
@TheMidnightGolfer4 жыл бұрын
Yeah looks a nice piece of kit 👍👍👍
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
Yes, and will really come in handy for new courses where layout is unknown. Really pumped to start using it.
@brianshripka29175 ай бұрын
Mine came with a loose lithium cylinder battery but can’t figure out what it’s for. Anyone?
@jaycha62374 жыл бұрын
I feel like shot and score tracking would be a little cumbersome since you have to look into the viewfinder every time. Could you please comment on how that experience has been?
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
For me it’s so fast I’m not bothered by it. That said, I keep better track of those things on my S62 rather than the z82. If you haven’t seen that review you can check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5rXZoqrhrmYgJY
@turner70514 жыл бұрын
Better than tectectec for value?
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
The TecTecTec is like a Honda Accord. Solid, gets the job done. The Garmin is like a Mercedes or maybe even a Rolls-Royce. If you want the top of the top this is the one. But you will pay for it too.
@josephdubiel71294 жыл бұрын
Great review and product. It will go on sale at some point. I just might be there when it does!!!! I have seen other reviews on it and they are all good. Joe
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Joseph
@TheWildwoodPicker4 ай бұрын
If you have the Garmin S70 Golf Watch and full set of CT10 Sensors do you really need the Garmin Z82? I think I would rather have the Bushnell Pro X3+ for my Range Finder along with my Garmin S70 Golf Watch/Sensors. I thought about going all Garmin S70 and Z82, but I think that would be doubling up too much with the app. I'd like to hear your thoughts or what anyone else thinks too. Thanks for the great content, keep up the great work.
@LetsPlayThru4 ай бұрын
Agree
@JohnSmith-ck9dk4 жыл бұрын
Great review. When you lase an object does it show on the hole overview? Let's say you lase at tree 150 yards away, will a "dot" or "marker" show on the hole overview to show where that point is? Many thanks
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
John Smith that would be cool, but don’t think so. What it is does do is give you a green view though. Later in this video I hit a pin on the course, and you can see what I mean.
@JohnSmith-ck9dk4 жыл бұрын
@@LetsPlayThru thanks for the reply mate. Great stuff. Will definitely be making a purchase.
@yedi01522 күн бұрын
Tournament mode takes off and slope numbers as they r illegal
@jeffames30143 жыл бұрын
phenomenal review
@LetsPlayThru3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏
@Geticus2 жыл бұрын
Hi and thanks for your great job. Your videos are extremely helpful for us. Now answer me please to one question: between Garmin Z82 and Voice Caddie SL2 which one would you choose?
@rulesofengagement19974 жыл бұрын
Love it 😍 I need one of these.
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
120 lbs of Sumos and it’s yours
@rulesofengagement19974 жыл бұрын
Lets Play Thru Golf Travel Show maybe next season. They are done Shipping this week.
@AsphrinX2 жыл бұрын
Please consider making comparison video against the bushnell pro xe
@LetsPlayThru2 жыл бұрын
Here’s my review of the Pro XE: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rITLfamFr5eaY68 . It’s really a matter of either wanting premium optics, or an almost augmented reality experience.
@Eqnotalent Жыл бұрын
Z82 only 1up on everything else is wind measurement. Have you test that feature yet on a windy day?
@kourt24692 жыл бұрын
How is it 376 to the pin, but 381 to the front of the green? So the flag was in the fairway?
@davidford569210 ай бұрын
Great job
@joseenriques57912 жыл бұрын
Which one is better, Garmin Z82 or Bushnell Pro XE? Need help
@missfraz3 жыл бұрын
If the pin is 376 yards away, how can the front of the green be 381 yards away?
@LetsPlayThru3 жыл бұрын
This may have been my mistake. We have three 9’s at my golf club and I may have chosen the wrong one.
@davidbranch95844 жыл бұрын
You're digging these range finders huh? They are definitely handy out on the course. Ive always wondered if the watch would just be easier though, I'm so shaky with those things sometimes I have a hard time nailing the flag. Also I'm not good enough to put it within five yards... so there's that too
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
Watches are great if being within 5 yards is acceptable
@davidbranch95844 жыл бұрын
@@LetsPlayThru good to know. without spending a fortune, are there any you recommend? I know you did a video on one earlier I believe
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
David Branch By far the Garman I reviewed is the best. But I will be reviewing a new one in a week or so time. It is a budget option. It does the basics well. We will also be giving that one away so make sure to comment on the video to enter to win.
@samstein39512 жыл бұрын
Is there a use case to wear the S62 and just bring out the Z82 when you need pinpoint?
@twoglovesgolf66 Жыл бұрын
Informative video, good job! I've ordered a Z82, but I was considering buying either the Fenix 7 or Epix 2. What would you recommend, golf specifically? Thanks
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Epix 2 would be my pick because of the screen
@tommylutton41474 жыл бұрын
At 11:38 you laser the flag at 376 playing 378 w/ slope. However, the GPS says front of green is 381 and back of green is 398. Any idea what's going on? Have you been able to play a round with your Z82 since filming?
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
Tommy Lutton never noticed that, but great catch. I haven’t played a full round with it but will report back as soon as I do so.
@tommylutton41474 жыл бұрын
@@LetsPlayThru Sounds good. Looking forward to it.
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
Tommy after more testing it seems everything is spot on.
@2010frankieg2 жыл бұрын
does it combine use with garmin g80 or r10 or even s62 or c10? please go over cross compatibility or ways they can be used. thank you! you have great reviews. on course function is what made me sub to your channel
@ChihuAudioMan2 жыл бұрын
Did you notice with the Z82 that when you move the unit slightly left or right when looking through the viewfinder that the screen becomes blurry, and loses focus very easily? It seems like anything but having your eye in the perfect location will cause the screen to lose focus. Almost like the viewing angle is extremely narrow. Makes it a bit less enjoyable to use than what I was hoping for.
@djnye904010 ай бұрын
I agree the optics need improvement.
@depejuneja4 жыл бұрын
So what do you think is better ? The z82 or the S62 watch paired with the CT10 ?
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
I personally would go z82 because I want pinpoint accuracy, but can’t go wrong with either
@martinh.54132 жыл бұрын
What do you think. Will be come out a new Model in 2022?
@LetsPlayThru2 жыл бұрын
My guess is no I don't think they will
@dvincent51334 жыл бұрын
Just wanted to check in and see if you are still using it and how you like it after a couple months? I am thinking of getting one soon. Thanks in adavnce!
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
Yes and I’m absolutely loving it. My favorite piece of golf tech bar none. ( At least until I buy a simulator someday, haha)
@dvincent51334 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the reply!! Looks like I have to purchase one now!
@robmac97334 жыл бұрын
12.05 mins Flag 376 yards. Front of Green 381. Back 398. So the flag is 5 yards short of the green???!!! I don't think its that accurate if that is correct!!
@derekkilgallon28403 жыл бұрын
Bought one played yesterday and on 2 holes the flag was off the back of the green. Ive been sold a pup 🙁🙁🙁🙁🙁
@warrenv95262 жыл бұрын
What would you recommend between the garmin z82 and the voice caddie sl2?
@LetsPlayThru2 жыл бұрын
It’s very close. Probably whichever I could get the better deal on TBH
@jakelindsay62513 жыл бұрын
Does it keep track of your yardages like the watch?
@LetsPlayThru3 жыл бұрын
No, it doesn’t have that feature.
@georgejohnson98764 жыл бұрын
it is very hard to put on belt
@plhuston21263 жыл бұрын
My fully charged 100% z82 battery didn’t make it through the 12th hole!
@LetsPlayThru3 жыл бұрын
That's definitely worth asking for a replacement.
@benpalmer97094 жыл бұрын
Was the pin of the front of the green? Pin 376 front of green 381. GPS may need updating?
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
Ben Palmer Not exactly sure what happened in that instance. But I can say it’s been extremely accurate when I play with it.
@benpalmer97094 жыл бұрын
@@LetsPlayThru Ok, did just wonder although I have had issues with my Garmin s20 watch with similar distance issues. Am still thinking of this as well help in practice rounds for county comps and matches. Thank you.
@markblowers83874 жыл бұрын
Does the device remain on the entire round, meaning its using battery the entire time, where bushnell only turns on when you click the button
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
No it doesn’t stay on the whole time...it auto dims / auto sleeps after set periods of time
@markblowers83874 жыл бұрын
ah this is a bonus as i know if i had one, id forget to charge it the round before club championships
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
Haha, yes I’m with you there.
@roberto76393 жыл бұрын
The watch looks more user friendly, but the range finder has everything. decisions decisions.....
@LetsPlayThru3 жыл бұрын
Robert Amantea it’s tough for sure. I’d say if you need the fitness features and want to track club performance data, then go s62. If you’re looking for more accuracy on distance and don’t need the other data, the z82 is the way to go.
@roberto76393 жыл бұрын
@@LetsPlayThru Thank you
@johnfcarney4 жыл бұрын
Looks amazing EXCEPT it uses a rechargeable battery that is NOT replaceable. I checked with Garmin and when it gives out, and remember it only has a 1-year warranty, they will give you a refurbished one for another $210. I REALLY wanted this thing, but a $600 disposable rangefinder is crazy. If it had a replaceable battery, I'd already have one in my bag!
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
Hi John, totally a valid point. Would have been nice to see a replaceable option. I think it’s still worth the plunge based on the feature set, but that’s a value prop everyone needs to make for themselves.
@johnfcarney4 жыл бұрын
@@LetsPlayThru BTW, great review!
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
John Carney much appreciated! Thanks for stopping by the channel. more gear reviews coming.
@ITS_BOBBY474 жыл бұрын
www.amazon.com/Wearable4U-Approach-Rangefinder-Carabiner-Batteries/dp/B0888QVS4C/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=Approach+Z82&qid=1590425923&sr=8-4 Shows it has two CR2 REPLACEABLE batteries. Correct? So that is for the view lighting and the electronics is with the nonreplaceable rechargeable battery. So two separate batteries. Doubt the electronics rechargeable will go bad for several years.
@bananaballgolfermbaya69083 жыл бұрын
Is there one we can rent per round? I don’t play enough to spend almost $700 ( with taxes 😂)
@LetsPlayThru3 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣
@chadz67283 жыл бұрын
I just bought the z82 and it can’t even zap a flag past 250 yards.
@LetsPlayThru3 жыл бұрын
If that’s really the case I’d get it returned & replaced. Mine hits flags from much further out.
@chadz67283 жыл бұрын
@@LetsPlayThru what’s the max yours goes out to?
@LetsPlayThru3 жыл бұрын
@@chadz6728 I haven’t tried to max it out but it’s hit from 400 out easily
@GreenScreen114 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks for the video! Just a curiosity question. Did it have any films or stickers on the device at all? I just got one and it didn't have any protective stickers and I just want to make sure that is in line with what you saw and is in fact brand new and not a returned item. Thanks!
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
Correct, no stickers on mine. Congrats on the purchase
@rhitrix4 жыл бұрын
You've got the Z82 and the S62, and you said you'd go with the Z82 over the watch. "It does everything the watch does and more," but does it? The watch tracks your shots and ask which clubs you used. After 5 rounds it recommends clubs. What do you think about that? Less important b/c you've been playing 30 years? Or was that feature inaccurate? I have a Z80. Want to get rid of it and am torn b/w the Z82 and the S62.
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
Great question. Both are fantastic. I would choose the z82 personally because I am more concerned with pinpoint accuracy. You only get that with a rangefinder. With the watch, it’s more of a 3 yard or so approximation. That said, if I was traveling more (like I used to before CoVid), the watch would be the more useful of the two. That’s because when playing new courses, that caddie feature would be awesome to have. It’s also so light weight and easy to travel with.
@davejohn2554 жыл бұрын
@@LetsPlayThru I am sorry sir but there is no way only a 3 yard accuracy can matter...Maybe the top 100 tour pro's are that good but no one else...and most weeks they are not that good. Answer honestly ...do you hit more than 9 greens in regulation?
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
Dave John it does matter to me. 3 yards in both directions of the pin is a 6 yard variable or 18 feet. That’s the difference between a 2 footer and a 20 footer for instance. I’m a 6 handicap and I can tell you from experience that it can shave 2+ strokes per round, and that’s the difference between winning a club tourney and finishing 3rd or 4th.
@rhitrix4 жыл бұрын
Lets Play Thru Golf Travel Show Thanks for the response. I bought the Z82, but as I was waiting for it to be brought up, I was playing with a Nikon Coolshot Pro Stabilized. Not only is that thing soooooo much faster than the Z82 in distance calculation, but I felt like the stabilization was at least 3x as effective. I've been using my Z82 but I keep thinking about that Nikon! I've got 90 days to fiddle with the Z82, but that Nikon despite having fewer feature did both core rangefinder features remarkably better.
@LetsPlayThru4 жыл бұрын
rhitrix Nikon def makes some nice and very accurate rangefinders. Completely different category than the Z82 in terms of features though. In the end a product needs to work for you and your needs. If Nikon does that and it saves a few bucks that is great or if you want some extras like flag seeker, course maps, wind, scoring, etc the Garmin is the one.
@petegalindez9961 Жыл бұрын
Ok…just finished using this thing for a full round…I’d give it a C+. First, it’s slow. When you pull it out, the screen is off, so you need to click the button to get it to turn on…then, it is verrrrrry slow to lock onto the pin. No stabilization at this price is not a plus. The view through the viewfinder is pretty mediocre. I use a mirrorless camera (Cannon R5) that uses similar technology, and it’s 100x better than this. Not crisp despite the technology in it. It should be better. In the video when you thought you locked the pin at 376, you actually sited something else as the front of the green was 381, so unless the flag was off the green, that wasn’t a flag lock. For this price, I expected a lot more. Last but not least, the case is terrible. Not very user friendly when trying to use it on the course. It’s going back…next up the R1 and SL2…will test those this week…
@gman55733 жыл бұрын
After looking at the comments is it possible the slope yard adjustment is for the flag only but not the front and back of the green? Any qyick update opinion of this product now had it a while please...thank you
@LetsPlayThru3 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love it. It’s with me every single round. It’s 100% accurate. I’m fairly certain the reason it’s off slightly in this video is because I chose the wrong nine, (we have 3 nines at my club). Two have a starting hole that is similar in length. Would account for the discrepancy.
@gman55733 жыл бұрын
@@LetsPlayThru tks for the quick response....what do you mean you chose the wrong nine...distance from you to green shouldn't matter what hole it is ?? Sorry for asking again...tks
@LetsPlayThru3 жыл бұрын
Distance was spot to the flag on but the map showed the wrong distance to the front and back of the green. That’s because I chose the wrong hole - user error.
@gman55733 жыл бұрын
@@LetsPlayThru you have to choose each hole you play?
@LetsPlayThru3 жыл бұрын
No. But when you first start a round it asks you what course you are playing. I chose the wrong one.
@mrboneman43543 жыл бұрын
it looks sweet but not for 600.00
@ryankoehler31703 жыл бұрын
The case sucks. Be nicer to have something that is bag friendly to grab quick and put back.
@LetsPlayThru3 жыл бұрын
It’s nice that it protects it so well but agree it could be a little easier to get in and out.
@richnailes28013 жыл бұрын
377 to the flag but 381 to the front of the green? lol somethings not right
@LetsPlayThru3 жыл бұрын
That was user error. Distance to the pin was correct. I chose the wrong 9, we have three at my club
@jockwalter16762 жыл бұрын
Awful rangefinder because - usb charging needed, which is an absolute pain. The screen is colour, but of such poor quality you cannot see balls on the green. The pin locking is extremely shaky, and picking up the pin is very difficult. The GPS is sometimes uesless, as if you hit offline too close to another hole, it forgets which hole you are actually playing and switches to the hole it thinks you are closer to Then all you have is the very shaky distance e to pin, if it van pick up the flag, with no F,M,B..The good parts - you get front middle back and distances to hazards. I am getting rid of mine after about 2 months and going back to Bushnell. Rubbish product.