Top 10 Links-Like Courses You Can Play in the U.S.
With the U.S. Open about to unfold at the “linksiest” venue ever to host our national championship it seems a good time to consider the whole notion of links golf in America. Several years ago, along with my UK friend and colleague Malcolm Campbell, I did a book called True Links, the object of which […]
Mistakes to Avoid when Buying Golf Real Estate
Take it from the experts: this is what you don’t want to do when buying a golf home
5 Myths About Course Maintenance
The Superintendent Likes To Overwater If the course is too wet, don’t blame the super and his crew, who know better than anyone that too much water is bad for turf, slows play, and will cause further damage under the feet—and cleats—of golfers. If the culprit isn’t a broken irrigation system, the course topography, or […]
5 Myths About Golf Clubs
Myth No. 1: Lower loft means longer shots It may work that way with most of your irons, but not so the driver. The slower the swing speed, the higher the driver loft must be to maximize distance. If you swing the driver 65-75mph, use a 15o loft driver; 75-85mph, use 13o; 85-95mph, 12o. Those of you who hit […]
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Hawaii
For half a center, this resort on Hawaii’s Big Island has led the way
The Latest Lightweight Golf Carry Bags
Golf carry bags keep getting lighter without losing the convenience of multiple pockets, pop-out legs, shoulder-saving strap systems, and a wide choice of colors. Here’s a bagful of the latest offerings. Sun Mountain Two 5 This bag cuts its weight to only 2.5 pounds by using carbon-fiber legs, strong yet light plastic, and tough but […]
48 Hours in San Diego
If you’re looking to combine oceanfront golf with the excitement of a big city, there is no better destination than Phil Mickelson’s hometown. With year-round great weather, miles of beaches, and noteworthy attractions like the world-renown San Diego Zoo, there’s plenty for non-golfers to do, too.
Are Today’s Pro Golfers the Best Ever? Maybe Not…
Today’s best players are very good. The best players of decades ago were better. They had to be.
It’s Time to Take Action on Slow Play
Recently I played in a stroke-play club competition. My group of three happened to draw the first starting time on the Old Course: 7 a.m. None of us played particularly well, but when we walked off the 18th green, the big red clock on the side of the R&A clubhouse said 9:55. Granted, my two […]
Preparing for the U.S. Open: Chambers Bay
This month the U.S. Open comes to Chambers Bay, a venue unlike anything our National Championship has ever seen.
