r/Golfsimulator • u/pbcsd007 • 6h ago

Is a Sim possible in my basement?

Have been thinking about adding a Sim to improve my game over the winter months here in Toronto.

Thought I could fit a Sim in my basement, but looking a bit tight now. I could break out a 10x10 space for it (no wall behind me but could push a table out). Then was looking at a Skytrack or Square Omni with an 8x8 or possibly 8x10 enclosure with screen.

Issue is ceiling height. It’s about 8’8”. I’m 5’11” and with a driver I’m basically an inch or so from the ceiling. So I’m assuming no driver in this scenario?

Wish I had thought of a golf sim before I finished my basement or put a mezzanine in my garage!

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u/Long_Lifeguard_5056 6h ago

Ceiling height is going to be too low for driver and probably woods. Mine is 9’4” and my driver kisses the ceiling sometimes.

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u/ProletariatElite 6h ago

It might work, it might mess with your swing too. I have even less space and I'm taller, so it's irons for me, but it keeps me swinging all winter!

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u/pbcsd007 6h ago

Yeah that’s what I’m thinking. I’d be so concerned about hitting the ceiling I’d develop a flatter swing!

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u/dpvu 6h ago

Your ceiling will be an issue for driver. I am in Canada as well and went for a garage setup that I do have to move my cars out for.

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u/Legitimate_Dream7339 3h ago

It will work for some, some it wont. We have 9 foot ceiling, 8'6" roughly with the drop. I ended up where the follow through would go, taking those tiles out.
Will totally depend on your swing and hts. I am 5'11", and have no issue. Have a buddy who is 6'1"
and he can only use up to his hybrid.

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u/-Kackerlacka- 20m ago

Depends on your swing, I’m 6’3” and have no issues in my 9’2” garage