Once again it’s time for the readers of TravelGolf.com to provide a little feedback. Within the past week a couple of the ruling (albeit self-appointed) bodies of golf have demonstrated exactly where their priorities are concerning the game. I am grateful to Geoff Shackelford for providing these two tidbits although he did not make the connection. Exhibit A: The USGA convinced 82 people, apparently all Amex card members, to pony up $900 each for the privilege of enjoying a 2007 U.S. Open Preview Day. The day was supposed to include lunch with a seminar on how to prepare for ... full post »

These next few days are always filled with comments, analysis and observations from the great scribes of the game. Everyone wants you to get their take on the Masters. To get a little taste of the twaddle that is being produced check out my friend RonMon. He’ll get you started. But then there are the valid observations – mine. These are the one produced by concentrated analysis and a sharp eye for the game. The cost of a Dave Pelz Short Game School has been greatly reduced following PhillyMick’s bunker adventures on the very first hole on Sunday. Phil took seven ... full post »