06-10-2003, 03:24 AM
I've never played golf before, but I figure it's about time I had a hobby that gets me outside for a few hours per week. Golf looks like it might be right up my alley.
I'm not a total golf idiot -- I've watched my fair share of pro golf on TV. I know most of the rules and such. I've just never actually swung a club. But I suspect that pro golf is quite a bit different than playing a round with a couple of drinking buddies :)
As such, I have a few questions.
What kind of ettiquette should I be aware of while playing on local courses?
I bought a 7-piece set. That's 4 irons, 2 drivers, and a putter. What about a wedge? Do I really need one? Could I just use a 9-iron to pitch out of bunkers for now, and buy a cheap-o used wedge down the road?
How long does a normal game (18 holes) of golf take, assuming - say - I play with 2 other people? Cost?
How many balls should I buy for my first round? Tees? Other paraphenalia? Is the really expensive gear THAT much better than the cheap stuff?
How many more questions can I pack into this post?
-DeeBye
I'm not a total golf idiot -- I've watched my fair share of pro golf on TV. I know most of the rules and such. I've just never actually swung a club. But I suspect that pro golf is quite a bit different than playing a round with a couple of drinking buddies :)
As such, I have a few questions.
What kind of ettiquette should I be aware of while playing on local courses?
I bought a 7-piece set. That's 4 irons, 2 drivers, and a putter. What about a wedge? Do I really need one? Could I just use a 9-iron to pitch out of bunkers for now, and buy a cheap-o used wedge down the road?
How long does a normal game (18 holes) of golf take, assuming - say - I play with 2 other people? Cost?
How many balls should I buy for my first round? Tees? Other paraphenalia? Is the really expensive gear THAT much better than the cheap stuff?
How many more questions can I pack into this post?
-DeeBye