New Hampshire delivers one of the most unpredictable golf challenges of the 50-state journey as the Good Good crew tackles Wombat Golf Club, a historic course featuring dramatic elevation changes and exceptionally difficult greens. After Vermont establishes a new high score in the group's state rankings, expectations are understandably elevated. What follows combines spectacular autumn scenery, small-town hospitality, travel mishaps, and a competitive team match where seemingly routine putts become extraordinary tests of patience and precision.
The adventure begins with an enthusiastic farewell to Vermont, which earns an impressive combined score of 95.8 from the group. Several members describe it as their favorite destination so far, praising the fall foliage, mountain views, and overall experience. Before reaching New Hampshire, the crew makes a final Vermont stop for Ben & Jerry's ice cream, celebrates newly released Good Good merchandise, and struggles with an RV generator breaker. These moments reinforce the informal road-trip atmosphere, although the extended merchandise promotion and assorted distractions make the opening feel considerably longer than necessary.
New Hampshire's exploration provides some of the day's most personable moments. A spontaneous basketball shooting competition adds friendly rivalry, while breakfast at Monroe's introduces the crew to homemade bread, local maple syrup, and a memorable encounter with an older fan. Their decision to sign a hat for him creates a genuinely warm interaction, and donating clean clothing to a community collection box adds another thoughtful touch. These experiences give the journey a stronger sense of place than simply arriving at another golf course, even if some of the shopping and snack-related comedy becomes repetitive.
The planned hiking excursion offers a less successful but relatable adventure. Hoping to experience the region's celebrated fall scenery, the group encounters packed trails and lengthy lines on a Sunday, forcing them to abandon their preferred route before their scheduled tee time. They still enjoy some impressive views, but the crowded conditions limit their opportunity to explore. Rather than manufacturing a triumphant outdoor experience, the presentation acknowledges the disappointment and moves forward. The situation also illustrates how the demanding 50-day schedule occasionally restricts what the crew can accomplish beyond golf.
Once the competition begins, Wombat quickly becomes the highlight. The course's old-fashioned design, sloping terrain, and unusually severe putting surfaces require approaches that differ from conventional target golf. Players repeatedly discover that landing near the pin can be disastrous, with balls rolling surprising distances or even traveling off the green. Their discussions about club selection, controlling spin, using the contours, and staying below the hole provide useful insight into the strategy required. The strongest sequences capture the group's genuine surprise as apparently excellent shots produce difficult recoveries, making the course itself a compelling opponent.
The team competition also benefits from an unfamiliar pairing arrangement that creates fresh chemistry and considerable trash talk. Early advantages disappear as missed putts and unpredictable breaks reshape the contest, particularly during a remarkable sequence where multiple attempts struggle to remain near the cup. The match eventually returns to all square, giving the closing holes a competitive edge. While the enthusiasm is infectious, the constant shouting, repeated encouragement, and overlapping conversations occasionally make the action difficult to follow. A clearer presentation of the match standings and more selective editing would help viewers appreciate the competition without relying so heavily on the players' reactions.
The closing stretch reinforces why this location makes such a memorable stop. The crew's attempts to control their approach shots and negotiate the treacherous eighteenth green bring the course's defining difficulty into focus, while their appreciation for its architecture and scenery feels sincere. However, despite the strong golf content, the installment ends without a particularly clear explanation of the final match result, emphasizing entertainment and reactions over a polished competitive summary. Ultimately, the day's greatest success is demonstrating how an unfamiliar course can challenge experienced players while offering a distinctive and enjoyable golfing experience.
Pros
- Features an entertaining round at Wombat Golf Club, where extreme green contours and elevation changes create genuinely unpredictable challenges.
- Includes meaningful golf strategy discussions involving club selection, ball flight, spin control, putting lines, and course management.
- Introduces unfamiliar team combinations that generate fresh chemistry, friendly rivalry, and competitive tension.
- Showcases New Hampshire's attractive autumn scenery while acknowledging the practical difficulties of visiting popular hiking destinations.
- Captures memorable local interactions, particularly the breakfast encounter with an older fan and the crew's thoughtful response.
- Preserves the spontaneous personality of the 50-state journey through RV troubles, roadside discoveries, and good-natured competition.
Cons
- The lengthy opening merchandise promotion, travel banter, and miscellaneous activities delay the main golf competition.
- Repeated shouting, overlapping commentary, and exaggerated reactions sometimes distract from the actual shots and strategic decisions.
- The abandoned hiking plans limit the exploration of New Hampshire beyond the restaurant and golf course.
- Match standings and the eventual competitive outcome could be communicated more clearly, especially during the closing holes.
- Some extended putting sequences and recurring jokes would benefit from tighter editing without sacrificing the group's personality.
Day 20 succeeds as an entertaining combination of autumn travel, friendly competition, and unusually demanding golf, with Wombat's remarkable greens providing the standout attraction. The group's chemistry and genuine enthusiasm compensate for an overextended opening and occasionally chaotic presentation, although clearer competitive storytelling would make the experience even stronger. For viewers who enjoy personality-driven golf adventures, this is another enjoyable installment that demonstrates how much character an unconventional course can bring to a round.
