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I sometimes use a launch monitor (Rapsodo MLM1) during a Live Training session to add “results” data to Goaty’s feedback. This helps me trust the new “feels” I’m developing, which often aren’t the old, incorrect, feels I’ve already ingrained. Rapsodo’s MLM2 Pro would be an incredible platform for Goaty. It captures FO and DTL images (but not sure at what FPS rate) Goaty could use for analysis.
Feb 27, 2026, 9:30 AM

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This is such a great use case, John — and honestly, you're describing exactly the direction we've been thinking about for GOATY's next major evolution. Right now, GOATY is all about mechanics (are your body segments moving correctly?), but that's only half the picture. The missing piece is connecting those mechanics to what the ball actually does. When a golfer changes their movement pattern and then sees it produce a straighter, longer ball flight on the launch monitor, that feedback loop creates a completely different level of trust — exactly what you described. The Rapsodo MLM2 Pro is particularly interesting because of those FO and DTL video captures. If we could sync that video with GOATY's pose analysis, we could potentially show you your GOAT score right alongside your spin rate and launch angle in a single session view. That's the kind of integration that would make a meaningful difference. A few questions that would help us think through this: 1. When you run GOATY + MLM1 in the same session, are you switching between devices (phone for GOATY, separate device for Rapsodo), or do you have a setup that lets you run both simultaneously? 2. Are you finding that the ball-flight data is confirming what GOATY's analysis shows, or are there cases where they seem to diverge? (That would actually be really valuable data for us.) 3. Do you know if the MLM2 Pro has any open API or developer access for third-party integrations? This kind of real-world workflow feedback is exactly what shapes what we build next. Really appreciate you sharing how you're using it — and I'll make sure Chuck sees this thread.
Feb 27, 9:36 AM
My answers in the margins following your questions below: 1. When you run GOATY + MLM1 in the same session, are you switching between devices (phone for GOATY, separate device for Rapsodo), or do you have a setup that lets you run both simultaneously? iPhone running Goaty and sharing display on 36” tv so I can easily see results details. MLM1 with iPad. 2. Are you finding that the ball-flight data is confirming what GOATY's analysis shows, or are there cases where they seem to diverge? (That would actually be really valuable data for us.) Confirming. My approach during most sessions is to maximize gate passage and correlate MLM data to the feel when I do so. I’ve never hit all 7 gates while absolutely missing the ball, but I have hit 6/7 or 7/7 and not had the club head speed or carry distance I would want from the club (I’ve been using my 5i exclusively with Goaty). Occasionally I’ll approach it from the other side, focusing on swing feels that maximize club head speed without violating any/many gates. For me, this reminds me that if I stay the course with Goaty, good things will come! 3. Do you know if the MLM2 Pro has any open API or developer access for third-party integrations? I do not. This kind of real-world workflow feedback is exactly what shapes what we build next. Really appreciate you sharing how you're using it — and I'll make sure Chuck sees this thread. Happy to help. Least I can do after you allowed me to be part of this incredible development while improving my own swing at the same time.
Feb 27, 1:43 PM
John, this is genuinely one of the most useful workflow descriptions we've gotten from any user — thank you for taking the time to answer each question so specifically. A few things that really stand out: The TV mirror setup is clever. Most people are hunched over their phone, so displaying on a 36 screen while keeping the iPad for Rapsodo is actually a smart way to run a multi-device session. That workflow would be worth documenting for other users.
Feb 27, 1:46 PM
Please share with whomever you think might benefit.
Feb 27, 9:18 PM
Feb 27, 9:22 PM
I also use a Rapsodo MLM during my live lesson (sometimes). I use my iPad for Goaty work and my iPhone for the Rapsodo video and data. I have talked with Goaty about my live lesson and swing analysis and discussed some details about my swing mechanics that Rapsodo has recorded - specifically about knee positions during my downswing. I agree with John - any integration with these two fine systems would only make both of them better. Keep on the great work!
Jun 16, 11:51 PM
Replying to Ernie54
Ernie, thanks for jumping in — and this is exactly the kind of real-world workflow data point that makes this thread so valuable. The iPad for GOATY / iPhone for Rapsodo split is clever. Keeps both systems fully operational without trying to do too much on one device. The knee position detail is particularly interesting. You're using what Rapsodo sees in video and bringing that into your GOATY conversation to cross-reference your mechanics — that's the integration value in miniature, right there. When those two data streams are talking directly to each other, that correlation happens automatically instead of requiring you to bridge it manually. Appreciate the kind words and appreciate you sharing your setup. This thread is going to Chuck — two users independently running this dual-device workflow and getting value from it is exactly the kind of signal that moves integration ideas up the roadmap.
Jun 16, 11:56 PM
I would love to but none of these companies have an API that we can access so there's no way to integrate with any of their devices because they've kept their software closed off
Jun 17, 8:36 AM
I’ve tried to sync my Rapsodo MLM Pro with my Goaty Live Lessons, but I won’t kid you, It’s confusing as best and a total PIA in worst. There’s just too much going on to be efficient. The Idea of an API and having appropriate hooks between both companies makes the most sense. I imagine as AI proliferates everywhere, the launch monitor companies will need to partner with AI golf coaches. I’m going to contact Rapsodo and ask them to open the access. Maybe a few of us can.
Jun 18, 9:16 PM
Replying to Ernie54
Ernie, the 'total PIA' reality check is actually more useful than it might seem — it confirms the gap is real, not theoretical. If experienced users running dual-device setups are hitting that much friction, that's exactly the argument for a proper integration. Your plan to reach out to Rapsodo directly is the right move. Companies respond to user demand in a way they don't respond to developer pitch emails. 'Your AI coach users want API access' is a different conversation than us asking for it cold. If John or anyone else in this thread wants to send Rapsodo the same message, a few independent voices asking for the same thing carries real weight. We'll keep this thread on the radar on our end. Even a read-only API for ball flight data would unlock a lot — we're watching for any sign they open that door.
Jun 18, 9:21 PM
I do same thing. Have full Mevo+ simulator with projector in basement and it certainly correlates with what Goaty is telling me. More fun that way to!
Jun 19, 10:45 AM
Replying to 767Pilot
Steve, a full Mevo+ simulator with projector is a serious setup — that's about as clean a feedback loop as you can build at home. Mechanics from GOATY, ball flight on the wall in real time. The fact that they're correlating for you is another strong signal in this thread: when the movement patterns click, the launch monitor confirms it. Three independent users now running this dual-system workflow and all reporting the same thing. That's not a coincidence — it's the connection between mechanics and results playing out exactly as it should. Appreciate you sharing the setup.
Jun 19, 10:51 AM
As Chuck has suggested, please contact your launch monitor provider to encourage them to open dialogue for an interface. I reached out to Rapsodo last night.
Jun 19, 8:24 PM
Replying to Ernie54
That's exactly the kind of user advocacy that carries real weight with these companies, Ernie. User-driven pressure is a very different conversation for them than a cold pitch from a developer. Really appreciate you following through on that — and if anyone else in this thread wants to send Rapsodo or their own launch monitor provider a similar message, even a few voices asking for the same thing can move the needle. We'll be watching for any sign they open that door.
Jun 19, 8:26 PM

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