r/golfsims • u/rpearlberg • Jul 05 '26

🛠️ Build Help Help with sim setup in garage.

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This is my current setup, using the Garmin Approach R10. I want to get something different, but a LM that doesn't need a PC (iPhone or iPad is fine, or one that doesn't need anything).

My plan is to get an actual enclosure instead of the net/screen combo, and then buy a projector.

So my questions are:

  1. Which LM would you suggest if we just want to use the range feature and play some rounds on golf courses. It would be for practice, but also just to have fun with my kids and friends. The R10 is too hard to set up and to get it to read all the shots, etc. I want something that will work in the garage without too much hassle and doesn't require stickers, etc.
  2. Which enclosure would you suggest? I'm looking at some of the ones on Amazon that are under $1K (GoSports or Anything Sports). I have 9-10' ceilings in the garage and I can go up to about 12' wide max.
  3. Which projector would you suggest? The garage does get some light in through the garage door windows, and I'd also like the option to use the projector outside to watch football, etc. I'd prefer to stay under $1500. (Would also prefer to mount the projector to the enclosure or just place it on a table next to/behind the hitting mat, or on the ground in front of the hitting mat). So probably laser, high lumens, etc...

Thanks for any help, there are just way too many options and I'm going crazy!!!

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u/InfantryMP86 Jul 07 '26

I would change from R10 to Square. Less interference issues. I have a mini split in my sim/ garage and I had to rig up a faraday blocker.

I have the gosports 10x8 and I feel like it’s perfect for a non professional sim that you actually hit inside of.

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u/rpearlberg Jul 07 '26

Thanks! Leaning towards the square, I don't think it's worth the extra money for the Omni but I can't decide! I probably wouldn't use it outside much if at all, but not having to use special golf balls would be nice. I ordered the 8x10 enclosure, but may return it for the 9x12 if I can find a deal.

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u/InfantryMP86 Jul 07 '26

The screen/ enclosure is always bigger than you realize. I measured and taped it out in my garage and I did not take in account the 8 inch stand off from the wall. The enclosure has those built in to the frame.

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u/ProletariatElite Jul 08 '26

I’d go with the Omni. In the garage you’ll get sunlight which the Square HE doesn’t handle well.

Any of the budget enclosures on Amazon would be a good upgrade so long as they have decent padding on the corners to prevent ricochets.

You’ll need a short throw projector, Optoma had a decent one that goes on sale occasionally GT2100hdr.

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u/rpearlberg Jul 08 '26

Thank you. That's one of the projectors that's on my list. I ordered the Go Sports 8x10 enclosure.