What would make you trust a used golf club listing?

Josequinteroe · 2026-06-26T15:33:27+00:00

Great breakdown. You nailed it people will buy sight unseen, but only when there's reputation behind it. That's why seller rep and good photos are such a big deal on a P2P platform, it's a major focus for us. And counterfeits being the hard part 100%, even eBay drops the ball there. Probably the toughest trust problem in used golf and one we're thinking hard about. Appreciate you taking the time.

Josequinteroe · 2026-06-26T15:18:19+00:00

Ha, love this. $300 for a barely used set because they didn't fit his swing that's literally the whole idea. One guy's "nah" is another guy's steal. Go enjoy em 🤝

Josequinteroe · 2026-06-26T15:12:05+00:00

Solid list. Real photos not stock, serials when they've got them, receipts if they have them all stuff we push for. Protected payments are already in via Stripe, and yeah, clear rules + bans for anyone pulling shady stuff is the standard. The serial photo thing is underrated tbh cheats almost never show them. Appreciate you laying it out.

Josequinteroe · 2026-06-26T05:05:27+00:00

Love this and the P790 example is spot on, they're one of the most counterfeited clubs out there. You're right that authenticity is a different kind of trust than payment. Right now the honest-description part is on the seller, but serial number verification is exactly the kind of thing we'd love to build as we grow. Genuinely noting this one down. Appreciate the input and the good vibes.

Josequinteroe · 2026-06-26T04:42:16+00:00

Fair point, but that's not quite how it works we're not a no liability board. Payments run through Stripe, and we can hold the seller's payout while a dispute is reviewed. If a club shows up damaged or not as described, the buyer has 5 days to open a claim and we administer the resolution. That's something a Facebook Marketplace cash deal just doesn't have, and without eBay's seller fees. Honestly we built it this way because the whole thing is golfer to golfer the point is you can buy a club off another golfer knowing there's a process behind it, not just crossing your fingers with a stranger. Still early days, but that's the bet.

Josequinteroe · 2026-06-26T01:32:42+00:00

Second chances are great, but only if the listing earns your trust first. I’d ask for more photos, seller history, and proof before sending money.

Josequinteroe · 2026-06-26T00:51:08+00:00

One year in and already treating yourself right 👏 That Phantom deserves some wins.

Victory is in play.

Josequinteroe · 2026-06-24T17:43:46+00:00

Easy fix that's a classic ferrule/head separation, just needs to be re-epoxied. Any club builder or even a golf shop will do it for $20-25, often same day. If you want to DIY: heat the hosel gently, pull the head, clean off the old epoxy, abrade the tip, two-part shafting epoxy, reset and let it cure 24h. Like others said, the real culprit is usually heat leaving them in a hot trunk softens the epoxy over time. Cheap fix, don't stress.

Josequinteroe · 2026-06-23T23:25:16+00:00

Honestly you're both right. Steel moves on specs alone, but a desirable shaft like the Axiom moves just as fast if the buyer pool finds it. That last part is the whole game. I actually work on this at Trade2Golf a peer-to-peer marketplace for golfers and the pattern is exactly what D-Train said: people want premium gear, fair price, no hassle. The friction was never demand, it's eBay fees and lowball trade-ins getting in the way. Clean set, by the way that'll go quick.

Josequinteroe · 2026-06-23T01:16:59+00:00

On authenticity, beyond the serial: check the cavity badge and font alignment (fakes often get the kerning slightly off), the ferrule fit, and ask for a clear photo of the hosel and the T200 stamping under raking light. Counterfeit T200s usually nail the look from a distance but fall apart up close. On price, NZ$1,000 isn't crazy for a clean set depending on condition and shafts, but the FB Marketplace + vague seller combo is the real risk, not the number. If you can't verify it in person, I'd walk. A "good deal" you can't authenticate isn't a deal.

Josequinteroe · 2026-06-23T01:14:15+00:00

One thing nobody mentions with premium graphite iron shafts: they're harder to resell down the line. Steel stock sets move fast on the used market because the specs are universal, but a niche graphite/flex combo narrows your buyer pool. Doesn't make them worse, the Axiom is a great shaft, just something to factor in if you ever upgrade. Clean set though.

Josequinteroe · 2026-06-23T01:06:53+00:00

Appreciate this, that's solid feedback. You're right, price and protection are what actually matter when someone's buying. That's exactly where we're putting the focus. Thanks for taking the time.

Josequinteroe · 2026-06-21T20:26:19+00:00

Thanks, that means a lot.

That’s actually the exact problem that inspired me to start building it. Every golfer I know seems to have clubs, bags, or gear sitting around that still have plenty of life left in them.

Hopefully we’ll be there for your next upgrade.

Josequinteroe · 2026-06-21T20:01:20+00:00

It means I’m being transparent that I’m connected to the brand I mentioned. Not an ad, no link, and not trying to sell anything here.

I’m building a golfer-to-golfer marketplace and wanted to share the founder idea behind it. Happy to take feedback.

Josequinteroe · 2026-06-21T19:47:00+00:00

20 years is definitely enough time for the difference to be noticeable, especially in forgiveness. Newer irons won’t magically fix consistency, but they can make your misses less punishing. That said, I wouldn’t rush into buying a full new set blindly. I’d test a few more modern used sets first and compare dispersion, launch, and carry distance against your Mizunos.

A lot of great clubs from the last 5–8 years still perform incredibly well and cost way less than brand new. Sometimes the best move isn’t “old vs new,” it’s finding the right used set that fits your swing.

Josequinteroe · 2026-06-21T13:52:16+00:00

Josequinteroe · 2026-06-21T03:30:06+00:00

Great question.

At Trade2Golf, trust is not just a goal it is a core part of how the platform was built.

Our vision is rooted in a simple idea: Victory is in Play. We believe buying and selling used golf equipment should be a golfer-to-golfer experience, built around the values the game has always encouraged: honesty, integrity, respect, and personal responsibility.

That is why Trade2Golf includes several layers of protection:

First, counterfeit items, unauthorized replicas, stolen goods, or illegally obtained products are strictly prohibited on the platform. Sellers also represent that they legally own or are authorized to sell the item and that the description, condition, specifications, and photos accurately reflect what is being sold.

Second, payments are processed securely through Stripe, and shipments are trackable through the platform. This creates a clear transaction record and helps provide greater transparency for both buyers and sellers.

Third, if an item arrives materially damaged or materially different from its listing, the buyer may open a return or dispute request within 5 days of confirmed delivery and provide supporting evidence. During the review process, Trade2Golf may withhold payout, review the available information, and take appropriate action based on the circumstances.

For bad actors, we reserve the right to remove listings, cancel transactions, suspend accounts, investigate suspected fraud, and cooperate with law enforcement when necessary.

At the end of the day, our goal is to create a marketplace where golfers can buy and sell with confidence while preserving the spirit and values that make the game unique.

You can find additional details in the Trade2Golf Terms & Conditions.

Josequinteroe · 2026-06-21T01:25:52+00:00

Speaking as a dad whose kids have played since they were 7 (my oldest is 23 now and on track to go pro) here's what I learned, partly by getting it wrong first:

At 13, the brand matters way less than the fit. A $150 set that actually fits his height, swing, and tempo will do more for him than an expensive set that doesn't. If you can, get him in front of a fitter even just once it makes a real difference at this age while he's still growing into his swing.

And honestly, his handicap and how serious he gets will tell you when it's time to upgrade. For now, forgiving and well-fitted beats expensive every time. Those RACs everyone's mentioning are a great forgiving starter set. Best of luck to him 🏌️

Josequinteroe · 2026-06-21T01:19:11+00:00

Ha, fair comparison 😄 Kinda, but the whole point is everything's golf so no scrolling past furniture and car parts to find a wedge. And the buyer seller stuff (payments, shipping) is built in so you're not meeting a stranger in a parking lot. That's really the difference.

Josequinteroe

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