Rain Or Shine Launches Golf Simulator Resource Center For DIYers

It used to be that indoor golf simulators were the realm of only businesses, clubs and the well-to-do. But as the technology has advanced and costs have come down, personal golf simulators have become far more commonplace – giving avid golfers easy access and opportunity to play and practice year-round in the comfort of their home, no matter the weather.

It’s why a company like Rain or Shine Golf has shown such rapid growth since being founded in 2016.

Rain or Shine sells home simulator setups for consumers and works with a wide variety of top industry brands when it comes to simulators, launch monitors, golf mats, hitting bays, enclosures and accessories. From 2019 to 2021, Rain or Shine’s business grew by about 75%, no doubt helped in part not only by the broader golf boom, but also the stay-close-to-home mindset that emerged during the pandemic.

Even so, after listening to customer feedback, Rain or Shine found a void in its product line – whether it was someone with varying dimensions trying to accommodate a simulator space, a creative type who wanted to customize a simulator setup, or a consumer who is passionate about do-it-yourself home projects. The result: Rain or Shine’s new ‘simDIY’ product line, which is intended to cater to customers who want to build custom simulators rather than choose from one of the companies pre-determined packages.

“We are now equipped to be able to provide solutions both for the golfer that is looking to have us do the design and recommendation work for them, and for the golfer that is looking to express their own creativity and design,” said Rain or Shine Founder and CEO Shawn Foley.

While golf simulator use is one of the fastest growing participation elements in golf, there are many golfers who have no idea where to begin even though they’d love to have a dedicated simulator spot in and around their house. Rain or Shine has aided in that process over the years, and now its new (and free-to-use) simDIY resource center includes information and inspiration such as:

· A DIY Golf Simulator Guide that covers a complete do-it-yourself setup from the mat to the enclosure, plus a rundown of less-expensive product options.

· A Screen Size Calculator that helps customers determine the proper screen size for their space.

· A DIY Golf Simulator Inspiration that provides simulator images and setup ideas for those trying to decide on size, type and location, like in-home or garage.

“simDIY can help these customers through the initial inspiration phase, as well as give them the initial opportunity to design and start a buildout on their own if they would like to,” Foley added. “The pairing between simDIY and Rain or Shine is that if the buildout becomes overwhelming, Rain or Shine can come in with pre-tailored solutions to make the buying process seamless and easy.”

The key word there is easy.

For customers seeking customization, simDIY’s products and guides are intended to make building a simulator as turnkey as possible. In other words, heading to the local home service center for pipes, frames and other parts to build a simulator really isn’t necessary.

“Our goal,” says Foley, “is to continue providing solutions for our customers in a way that is both relatable, reliable, and fun.”