ohrocketfan asked:


I’m going to London in a week and have a day to play golf. Any suggestions on a nice golf course I can go and play? Price really isn’t an issue. Also would be very beneficial if they have clubs for rent considering I won’t have any.
Thanks

Jill

Jeff M asked:


I’m looking for the lowest rates at public golf courses in or near Richmond, Virginia. It seems like there are a lot of upscale courses, but I need bargains! I don’t care about condition as much, just need the cheapest courses in the area.

Marilyn

Jonathan Blocker asked:


Phoenix makes a great destination for your next vacation, especially if you enjoy the sport of golf. You can find discount Phoenix golf available online, making it much more affordable to play your favorite game often. Book your Phoenix city golf tee times online, and you will have the opportunity to select from early morning to twilight times, so that you can play whenever you want at your convenience.

If you are a visitor to Phoenix, the city has a long history that starts back in as early as 700 A.D. A Native American group called the Hohokam lived in the area and created irrigation canals, which made the land suitable for agriculture and livestock. Later European inhabitants would build upon the canal system implemented by the Hohokam, and bring even more water to the area, which aided in the cotton and citrus farming that was popular at the time. The city of Phoenix was incorporated in 1881, and became the state capital of Arizona in 1912.

Because it is located on the northern part of the Sonoran Desert, as you would expect the summertime temperatures in Phoenix range rather high. Many days in the summer come with temperatures at 100 degrees and higher. However, with this climate also comes the advantage of warm and mild temperatures in the winter months, a boon to golfers who enjoy spending time in the outdoors.

You will definitely want to spend time any day of the year at the El Caro Golf Course. Eighteen holes full of challenge, you will get to practice your skills on water features that are located on nine of the holes.

Friendly on-site teachers are ready to help you hone your golfing game at the Glen Lakes Golf Course. Enjoy the three lakes that are skirted by both pine and palm trees, all of which come into play on a course that offers a great experience for both beginners and experts.

The Kokopelli Golf Course offers views of seven serpentine-shaped lakes, along with greens that will challenge your skills. You can also enjoy desert vistas at the Foothills Golf Course. This is a course that will require you to use your full range of abilities in order to meet the exciting challenge that it provides.

Scottsdale offers the phenomenal Continental Executive Golf Course. If you like water features, you will love the three holes that offer it here, as well as the elevated and roomy greens.

No matter which of the stunning Phoenix golf courses you choose to visit, you are sure to have a great game any time of the year. Check them out online, and see how quick and easy it is to book your tee times now.



Arlene

Jim Johnson asked:


Golf course etiquette is an important subject for all golfers to review and try to practice. Unfortunately, not all golfers practice good etiquette, and this can lead to a miserable round of golf.

Practicing courteous and considerate golf is always important then, but never more so than when you are playing on a strange course by yourself and are paired with strangers. So here are a few suggestions to help you make sure that your golf experience in this case is still a good one.

First of all, it’s not fair to the rest of the golfers in your group if you just show up to play with absolutely no practice or preparation beforehand. So to show consideration to others, as well as to improve your own score, get to the clubhouse early and get in some good quality time on the driving range and practice greens. This will help you get nice and limbered up beforehand and ready to play so that you can usually start out playing your best right away.

When you speak to the starter, it’s a good idea to let them know your skill level and be very honest when you do. The reason for this is that regardless of what anyone else says most golfers like to play with people of their own skill level. Most average golfers can play with each other without much of a problem, but if a very high handicap golfer is paired with a low handicap golf group, it can make for a difficult round of golf. And of course the opposite is also true.

In order to avoid this situation, tell the starter what your average golf score is honestly and they can usually know who to match you up with for the best results. When you meet the fellow golfers in your group for the first time, it’s a good idea to again honestly assess your skill level with them right away, even if you happen to be a relatively new golfer. This gets all that out of the way, and besides, they will probably know what your skill level is after the first couple of holes anyway.

If you happen to be the worst player in your group, there are some things that you can do to show your consideration for the other golfers in the group. One is that if you are taking an inordinate number of strokes to get close to the hole, just simply pick your ball up and quit that hole in order to show courtesy to your playing partners and not hold up the game.

Another good practice is to not spend your time moaning and groaning about your game as you go around the course. Of course, whenever we don’t play well we have a tendency to feel bad about, but try to keep as much of it to yourself as possible out of consideration for your group.

Something else to avoid is to be constantly analyzing your swing and your game as you go around the course. The simple truth is, the golf course is not the place for learning about your swing or your golf game. The place for working out problems with your swing and your game is on the practice tee, while the golf course if there for actually playing the game instead. So be considerate of your fellow golfers, and don’t try to work out your swing problems on the golf course.

On the other side of the coin, if you happen to be the best golfer in the group, be kind and considerate to the others in your group, and try to keep conversation as light as possible, even if things are not going well for them.

Playing with strangers can be intimidating for almost any golfer, but by showing a little consideration and empathy for those you play with, your playing partners will often turn out to be friends at the end of the round instead of strangers.



Eileen

MPK23 asked:


I am vacationing near Bradenton, Florida and would like to play at an affordable yet decent golf course. I will be playing on a weekday. I would like to play for less than $50. Any suggestions?

Beth

Peter Wilson asked:


Having the right size golf clubs could be the difference between playing a great round or playing a poor one. If you want to invest money in your golf game, then you may want to consider buying a set of custom golf clubs. These are clubs that are made after the proper body measurements are taken. While this is much more expensive than buying golf clubs from a store or online, for those who are larger or smaller than the average person, custom clubs may be their only choice. You can be measured for custom clubs at most pro shops or golf club showrooms.

Investing in golf clubs that are sized just for you is exciting, but also has its drawbacks. Most fittings are an added cost when buying custom clubs. Some pro shops offer free or discounted fittings, but you will have to call ahead to find out if these services are offered. Also, if you want to someday sell your clubs, you may have a difficult time because they are made for your body type. Keep these items in mind before you invest money in clubs. If you lose interest in the game, you may be stuck with your clubs.

Regardless of whether you buy your clubs from a store or have them custom made, after buying them, you will have to take lessons in order to become a better golfer. There are many golf schools and programs that you can join that can help. Weekly classes are offered to those who want to learn how to improve their stroke and other techniques. Learn how to golf using the clubs you plan to use once you begin playing on your own. This will make it much easier for you to learn. Once you are out on golf courses, you will feel much more comfortable and relaxed using the same clubs.

For many people, golf is a game that they can improve upon for a long time. There is always room for improvement once you have mastered the basics. There are also plenty of courses to play around the world that offer challenges from water and sand traps to uphill and down hill landscapes. Investing in custom clubs may help you stay focused and improve your game. If you have a passion for golf and play often, it is worth the investment for some good equipment that can help you enjoy the sport even more.



Robert

metaldog asked:


It’s well established now both that global warming is a very real international crisis akin to the threat of nuclear holocaust in its end result, and the threat is increasing with every day, and every plane taken by every traveller, and every car taken down the road. .. and every golf course that uses water that spreads fertilizer and pesticide around the near countryside, when the land could be returned to native trees for more oxygen for us all, and for birds to in turn help promote growth of more trees elsewhere.

People travel across the world just to see ‘beautiful nature’ and go hiking amongst the trees in New Zealand - more than the number of people who go there to play golf - so for local tourist opportunities in other countries too, it makes sense to plant more trees, and reduce, reuse and recycle old golf courses.

Save the world! Reclaim your local golf course for nature, the birds, the trees, and oxygen for you and your grandchildren to breath, now!

Chad

Dave Lloyd asked:


As Americans have increased their disposable income and technology has increased to the point of enabling always-accessible availability, this is changing our recreational and leisure patterns. For example, Blackberries and cell phones enable employees to pursue leisure pursuits more easily. This is certainly true of golf. The great thing about these technologies is they allow you to be reachable for critical conversations and emails, and yet able to turn off your attention to focus on your playing time.

Golf play has increased dramatically

In the last decade, golf’s popularity has exploded. Whether due to the factors mentioned above or a combination of Tiger Woods’ success, the expansion of golf courses, better golf technology, or more television coverage of golf’s PGA and LPGA tours, Americans are playing more golf and playing more frequently. The increase in playing time has led to a community of golfers consistently looking for ways to improve their game and have access to the best equipment available. And with it comes a need for players to get more instruction, buy better clubs and accessories, and play more variety of courses. And with avid players in the baby boomer range starting to retire over the next few decades, golf activity is bound to increase.

Finding the Best Golf Course in Your Area

Now, you most likely know about the favorite courses in your area, but if you haven’t found new courses that you can try, consider the resources available at the website below. Here are some suggestions to consider. Obviously, price is a primary consideration. Weekday fees and weekends are different, but so is time of day - maybe twilight hours are less expensive than otherwise. Availability is usually the second factor. Consider which courses may attract more or less players depending on your objective for your day at the links. You’ll also want to consider which courses have the length you play best on - if you’re a beginner you may want a course with wide fairways and moderate yardage. If you’re an advanced player, perhaps half of your holes could present a big challenge while still allowing you to hit a good game. Other important facets of a golf course include the driving range fees, whether food is delivered on the course, how crowded it typically is on the days and hours you’re planning to be there, and of course how far it is from your home. Once you’ve determined the right course for you and found some friends to go play with, hit the links.



Emma

gopackgo51 asked:


I was looking for a fun and nice golf course to play while i am in Los Angeles area. Are there any good courses in the pasadena/burbank area.

Phillip