Welcome to Back Nine Living — I'm so glad you're here
Celebrate the Joy of Golf After 50
My name is Dave, and like many golfers, I’ve learned that the game teaches me more about life with every round. I’m 52 years old, and as I approach the back nine of life (where, unlike on the actual back nine, I can no longer blame my performance on “just warming up”), I’m passionate about making these years some of my best yet.
Golf has always been more than a sport for me. It’s been a constant source of joy, frustration (yes, we’ve all had those rounds where the scorecard looks more like a phone number), personal challenge, and community. It’s also led to incredible travel experiences — from my home courses in Ontario to destinations across North America, where I’ve learned that “water hazard” has very different meanings depending on whether you’re dodging alligators in Florida or watching your ball create a perfect splash through November ice in Canada.
Why Back Nine Living?
As I looked toward the years ahead, I realized I wanted to build a life that balances adventure, reflection, and flexibility — much like my approach to a dogleg par 5: ambitious, but with a healthy respect for my limitations.
I created Back Nine Living to share that journey with like-minded golfers who understand that “golf shape” and “beach body ready” might be two very different concepts after 50
What You’ll Find Here
Golf lifestyle insights and personal reflections
Including how to explain to your spouse why a five-hour round is actually “me time”
Tips for staying golf-ready after 50
When stretching sometimes takes longer than the actual round
Golf travel ideas for every budget
From local gems to luxury destinations worth the splurge (with tips on how to make the most of both experiences)
Gear reviews
For golfers seeking value and performance (and yes, that new driver really will fix your slice... just like the last three promised)
This site is for anyone who:
- Loves golf as both a game and a lifestyle
- Seeks meaningful travel experiences — from hidden affordable gems to the occasional bucket-list splurge (because sometimes you deserve Pebble Beach, and other times that charming municipal course delivers just as many memories for a fraction of the price)
- Enjoys personal stories, tips, and reflections from the course
- Wants to stay active, challenged, and inspired at any age (and knows that “golf fitness” is a perfectly legitimate reason to skip other workouts)
Experience the Legacy of Back Nine Living Golf
Whether you’ve just hit your first tee shot or you’ve been playing for decades, there’s a place for you here at Back Nine Living. After all, the golf community has room for everyone — from the “I break 80 regularly” legends to the “I break tees regularly” enthusiasts.
Let’s Walk This Fairway Together
I hope you’ll follow along, share your own stories, and maybe discover a few new courses and adventures along the way. Together, we can prove that the back nine isn’t just the second half — it’s often where the most memorable moments happen.
Here’s to playing the back nine of life with purpose, passion, and plenty of great shots (and to always having a good story ready when the shots aren’t so great).
See you on the back nine!
– Dave
P.S. Remember, in golf as in life, it’s not how many strokes you take — it’s the friends you make along the way. (Though fewer strokes is definitely preferable.)
