[tim chapman]

I'm a 21 hcp'er, but have taken some lessons that will lower my hcp when spring comes - I hope and believe. I'm no spring kitten (or what it is called) with my 62 years. I play some with a man who is just as old as I am, with 13 in hcp, so I know what you are talking about.

I'm not sure what city/town you are referring to. A place called Gjøvik is well known, but I am sure there are places named Jorvik etc as well..

Yep Gjøvik is the one - anywhere near you ?

Yes age is bound to be a factor, my +1 mate is 25, which helps & my 48yo has advantages over your 62 for sure.