Truth…I don’t want to read or hear that a golf tee, a golf ball, a golf glove, or a golf shoe can improve my game. They might improve the experience, but the only things that can improve my game are lessons, hard work, and a proper shaft, in that order. Why be fitted until you’ve gotten better? Hold off on the equipment buys. Curiosity…I want more courses like Erin Hills, Chambers Bay, TPC-Boston, but I want them priced like Bethpage Black for New York state residents. I want architects, owners, and directors to find a way to ... full post »

In a stunning move corroborated by the American judiciary, Dave Pelz has trademarked a noun. In a recent article on a well-known website, the familiar TM was affixed to the word AimLine. Pelz utilized his new prize four times in the article and twice in photo captions. Webster, scribe of the well-received Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary, referred all inquiries to his legal team. WEBSTER, WORDSMITH Rumor in the rough is that SightLine, FallLine, and PlumbBob are next on the hit list for Pelz, who debuted his new acquisition with the slightly-arrogant, turn of phrase “…what I call the AimLine™ of the ... full post »

The mere mention of Tiger Woods reaffirmed today the predominance of The Onion as the most outrageously funny place-to-be on the web. In a frighteningly-accurate portrayal of the science of child putting, The Onion revealed the lengths to which Tiger goes to putting his daughter into her diaper, as well as driving her to work. In case you rarely visit that particular vegetable, make it a point to do so after your fill of TravelGolf…you won’t be disappointed. Four more great Onion golf stories 1. Golf Tips 2. Tiger’s Future Plans 3. Annika Sorenstam…Who Knew? 4. Sam Alexa Learns ... full post »

Frank Lickliter the Younger is on his way to a -30 or better week, averaging five-under per round. He’ll win Q-School and the pittance that comes with it, and regain his tour card. Your attention should be diverted to those grouped around -13 and -14, the sweaty multitude vying to win a card by finishing in the top 25. As of 1:24, Buffalo Standard Time, -14 is a tie for 23rd, and three dudes occupy that rung on the ladder. Eight compiches are one stroke back, including tour winners Carlos Franco, Duffy Waldorf, and Bob May ... full post »