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Post by kevnixon on Mar 31, 2009 14:18:53 GMT
I was playing at Linden hall the other day and noticed that all holes had a small white plastic insert around the lip. This is similar to that used on the TV to aid the camera. As well as looking a lot better, you get a lovely sound when you hole a put. This would cost pennies to implement and for such a tiny cost im sure you would get a lot of excellent feedback
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Post by stephenlaws on Apr 1, 2009 13:52:35 GMT
sounds like a very good idea and well worth following up on ...... it may also ensure that the holes remain clean cut , round and not prone to crumbling when "during the summer" they can be prone to drying out
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Post by lazza on Apr 6, 2009 18:10:52 GMT
Might also prevent horseshoe and lipping out,plus rolling off/around hole which seems to happen to me every time i play(could be i'm just a bad putter)
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Post by stephenlaws on Apr 13, 2009 10:00:44 GMT
Well Lazza ....having had to putt out 100% this weekend(and most of last) I frankly tend to agree with you .... out of a straw pole of 8 players ~2 four balls ..... far to many 180 - 270 degree spin outs and roll offs at hole lips.
hope your idea of the plastic internal trim is considered.
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Post by timscott on Apr 29, 2009 10:44:33 GMT
Sorry it has taken me so long to reply to the original post but some investigative work has been undertaken and a sample obtained. From the views expressed on this forum and views gathered from other members who have seen the 'hole stabiliser' it is clear they are a good idea and we are to trial a set of inserts; the only slight downside is the price and I can assure you it is not pennies (I am still on oxygen!). Hopefully they will be in place shortly.
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Post by kevnixon on May 5, 2009 15:49:10 GMT
Superb Tim. Sorry didnt realise the cost implications!. However this is a good example of how successful this message board can be. Thanks again
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Post by kevnixon on May 8, 2009 9:04:48 GMT
Seen these in action for the first time this morning. They look and play much better. The whole course looks excellent
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Post by annewithanee on May 10, 2009 19:10:58 GMT
Is everyone sure this is within the Rules of Golf? According to the definitions. If a lining is used, it must be sunk at least 1inch below the putting green surface?
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Post by spam on May 13, 2009 9:09:32 GMT
On page 35 Definitions in the R&A's Rules of Golf it states:- "Hole The “hole’’ must be 41⁄4 inches (108 mm) in diameter and at least 4 inches (101.6 mm) deep. If a lining is used, it must be sunk at least 1 inch (25.4 mm) below the putting green surface, unless the nature of the soil makes it impracticable to do so; its outer diameter must not exceed 41⁄4 inches (108 mm)." As we have so many complaints and problems with balls lipping out then perhaps our soil requires these trims. We played last night and it seemed much better on the greens.   |
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Post by timscott on May 19, 2009 11:09:27 GMT
We have referred this to an R & A rules official and he confirms that the hole stabilisers do not contravene R & A rules.
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Post by stephenlaws on May 20, 2009 8:35:42 GMT
Having been away for 2 weekends and unable to play ...Mondays friendly against W/Bay was my first exposure to the rimmed holes of Tynemouth. Very good indeed ...we should all thank Kevin for this suggestion ...... I suppose now we will have to find another reason for all those missed putts !
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Post by kevnixon on May 21, 2009 13:07:25 GMT
cheers steven. ive had a couple of guests on the course over the last couple of days and both commented on this. The course in general is looking excellent. Ive also noticed the putting green has been made to include an chipping area which is another excellent change. now for that start sheet!
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Post by kevnixon on Jun 18, 2009 16:09:45 GMT
Tim is the trial period still ongoing or are these going to be a permanent thing
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Post by davidgarchbold on Jun 26, 2009 16:39:37 GMT
Just a thought on costs for the hole trims/stabilisers. I saw on TV not sure which course but the top half inch of the holes were painted white, which was just as effective as the plastic and the cost would certainly be a lot less. Wet weather might be a problem?
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Post by stephenlaws on Jun 29, 2009 13:46:34 GMT
Where have the white rims gone ? Played this Sunday and was surprised that they had vanished .......
below is quote from reply #9
We have referred this to an R & A rules official and he confirms that the hole stabilisers do not contravene R & A rules.
So thats pretty clear .... so what has happened ? did we only have them on trial ?
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