Pick a Tee, any Tee.
Here's a liTTle example of how Terrible iT can be To pick the wrong Tee.
IT’s obvious To everybody and iT cosTs everbody Time, noT to menTion iT's irriTaTing.
O.k enough of that.
Mr. Kircher (our founder) was a big proponent of keeping the game enjoyable and quick for all levels of play. He drove purists (snobs) crazy with his demands for more forward tees. Twenty-plus years later and the world is still catching up with him.
Today BOYNE has five sets of tees colored (back to front) Brown, Purple, Orange, Green and Silver.
No red tees? That’s right. Pick the ones that fit. Leave the stigmas at home.
Decisions, Decisions…
Not everybody has a good frame of reference for rating and slope. You don’t want to decide based on total distance of the course. It isn’t a very good indicator of what you’re in for. Doglegs, forced carries and elevation changes can have a big impact without adding length. (Crooked Tree is a great example of this.)
HINT: If you’re on the fence between two sets, look at the lengths of the par 3’s. Which set fits in the range you can comfortably hit? Answer honestly and you’ll have more fun and MIGHT shoot a better score-provided, of course, that your putter is a friend.
When in doubt, ask the Pro or starter, but don't be surprised if they ask you to repeat the question. They have been waiting for somebody to ask them that their entire career.
-JJ
The picture to the right is Boyne Highlands Arthur Hills #4 towards the front. Picture below is the same hole further back. The differnce isn't staggering, but it could make all difference in your day.
What are you up for?
