I use true north as a reference only. When the wind is coming from the West/Northwest I can mark it on each hole so the "swirls" do not confuse me. Also if you are playing in an area where everything breaks toward the ocean, or Indio, or whatever, I can always have that reference.
For those who play on bermuda, grain is always an issue. The grain will typically grow toward the west (setting sun). Once again having a reference helps to eliminate doubt and is by no means an absolute.
I use the compass exactly the same for wind, Indio, etc.
I use it as a reference for grain, but I prefer to rub the green for a truer test in areas where I anticipate pin placements. I often find grain following slopes and working towards water rather than going to the Southwest. When the slope goes to the Southwest, the grain can become very strong.
I mark the grain in the book as a reference for wedges shots and full shots to help anticipate spin or skip.
What is 'Indio"? Hope I dont look too stupid here.
Thanks
OB
We're talkin' the California desert, O.B., where the sun shines 354 days each year . . . Palm Springs and the surrounding parts: Indio, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta and Rancho Mirage.
We're talkin' the California desert, O.B., where the sun shines 354 days each year . . . Palm Springs and the surrounding parts: Indio, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta and Rancho Mirage.
Indio is down valley. World around you seems flat but is actually tilted slightly down valley.
Henny
It occurs to me that your job description has gotten a lot longer of late. Adding surveyor to everything else you guys do. Wind reader, confidence whisperer etc etc etc etc etc.
Good luck at the Hope if that is where you are at.
Lowering Your Score With . . . A Compass and Your Hand?
Originally Posted by Hennybogan
I use the compass exactly the same for wind, Indio, etc.
I use it as a reference for grain, but I prefer to rub the green for a truer test in areas where I anticipate pin placements. I often find grain following slopes and working towards water rather than going to the Southwest. When the slope goes to the Southwest, the grain can become very strong.
I mark the grain in the book as a reference for wedges shots and full shots to help anticipate spin or skip.
C'mon, guys. Where have you ever heard stuff like this?
Determining and marking grain to anticipate wedge shot "spin or skip" into the pin? Again . . .
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