Q&A: The Turf Stig

Here at Golfdom HQ, we’re constantly checking Twitter (follow us @Golfdom.) We’re not sure what to make of the mysterious turf professional tweeting as The Turf Stig, but we know we find him hilarious. Recently, we tracked down the anonymous grass grower and lobbed him (or her) a few questions, turf-related and not.

Golfdom: Where did the idea come from?

The Turf Stig: I’m a big fan of the TV show Top Gear and I was thinking how well The Stig concept would play in our industry. The first photos came out well and we just continued from there. 

Golfdom: Is it hard keeping a secret identity?

TTS: We’ve really gone out of our way to keep it under wraps. I’ve been in situations where I have to just nod yes and no (because The Turf Stig cannot talk) to people I know very well but have no idea who I am. The whole time they are trying to look through the visor. That’s very creepy.

Golfdom: You’ve dropped a few hints about your identity. You said I may have met you before. Have I?

TTS: Yes, we have met several times, Seth. Of course, I wasn’t wearing the helmet at the time. Some say it could have been Orlando, Las Vegas or San Diego. Or was it all three?

Golfdom: Attend any chapter meetings lately? How’s your chapter’s activity?

TTS:I see what you’re doing. We have a strong chapter here in this great town, city and county.  

Golfdom: If you could brag about one tool in your shop, which one, and why?

TTS: How about three? I work fast, so the Neary grinder works great for us. The Toro ProCore is an obvious choice for aerating. And the Jacobsen Eclipse triplex has performed unbelievably on our greens.

Golfdom: Where will we see you next?

TTS: Some say I may make an appearance in San Antonio. Not sure how the bolo tie will look on the racing suit. 

Follow the Turf Stig on Twitter @TurfStig. And if you have a guess of his identity, tweet it to us with the hashtag #whoistheturfstig.