Ball Markers

SwingsitlikeHogan said:
You read much into what I post. I am only suggesting that we should remain considerate - and recognise that others might find large markers distracting. Nothing else. I find it curious that those who disagree seem unable to accept that it is possible that some might think this.
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Why would a large pokerchip distract you ?

Believe it's a question that has been asked but not answered yet

Again I haven't ever played or found anyone who has been distracted by a ball marker
 
bluewolf said:
I'm surprised that you ever manage to leave the house.. What with your well documented stance on attempting to ensure you do not upset anyone ever, no matter how inconsequential or ridiculous..

I make every reasonable effort to be polite, considerate, well mannered and respectful whilst in the company of strangers.. However, if someone is going to get upset by the most ridiculous things, then I'm sorry, but the problem lies with them.. They should consider toughening up a bit and stop expecting everyone else to pussyfoot around them like they're a piece of Ming Dynasty porcelain... Rant over... No more from me on this stupid topic...
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Think I'll go on holiday for another 4 months
 
Liverpoolphil said:
Why would a large pokerchip distract you ?

Believe it's a question that has been asked but not answered yet

Again I haven't ever played or found anyone who has been distracted by a ball marker
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Especially when on the tee, you prefer other players to stand where you can see them?
 
Mate of mine heard about this poker chip "phenomenon" Got to the first green after he played a nice approach. marking my ball i hear a shout of "ALL IN" turn round to see something like this: Overkill??

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I use a poker chip sized ball marker by groove fix and I've yet to have anyone complain that it's distracting.
 
There is an obvious advantage to a poker chip marker. You can see it easily, so you don't walk on partners line by mistake. Mark with a 5p and most of us would never see it.:eek:

I do feel that golfers that are over worried about where everyone stands, what they mark their ball with etc, must be hard work to play with. I don't think I would ever relax in case I committed a major faux pas. Perhaps I don't take the game as seriously as some.:mmm:
 
Liverpoolphil said:
Why though which has been asked but not answered.
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I shouldn't really have to explain myself, if I said that to you on a course i'd expect you to change it for something more inconspicuous.

In all seriousness tho, I look at the hole not the ball when I putt. And brightly coloured things around the hole can really affect me. It's incredibly hard to focus 100% at the hole when theres a big bright interesting marker in your eyeline. On the tee box people can fiddle with their bags, stand where they want and it won't phase me, so it's not me being difficult.
 
This thread is baffling me.....
If a pokerchip is on or near your line and you ask a player to move it - they'll move it, just as they would of it was a coin, a tee, a £20 note, a copy of the Sun or the aforementioned dead hippo ( might need a crane for that and that brings in a whole new meaning to damaging the greens)
If its not on or near your line and its distracting you then what are you doing on the green?
Putting or sightseeing......?
 
DanFST said:
I shouldn't really have to explain myself, if I said that to you on a course i'd expect you to change it for something more inconspicuous.

In all seriousness tho, I look at the hole not the ball when I putt. And brightly coloured things around the hole can really affect me. It's incredibly hard to focus 100% at the hole when theres a big bright interesting marker in your eyeline. On the tee box people can fiddle with their bags, stand where they want and it won't phase me, so it's not me being difficult.
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My pokerchip isn't brightly coloured though - what about people's feet or different shades or grass or the edge of bunkers.

Sorry but I would move my marker if it was in your line as is expected of all players - but changing a marker because it puts you off ?

What about small bright interesting markers that you know are there also
 
Liverpoolphil said:
Sorry but I would move my marker if it was in your line as is expected of all players - but changing a marker because it puts you off ?
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If your Marker was that precious that you insisted upon using it, despite me asking you if you could change it. I'd call you a Banker, you'd get two fingers and i'd see you in the 19th.
 
DanFST said:
If your Marker was that precious that you insisted upon using it, despite me asking you if you could change it. I'd call you a Banker, you'd get two fingers and i'd see you in the 19th.
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And I would smile , thank the stars I avoided playing with someone so precious and get on with enjoying myself playing golf

Poulter plays with a big pokerchip marker with his kids name on it , seen Westwood use one in the Ryder Cup and also McIlroy use one

I can just imagine you telling them to replace it or you won't play with them.

So what if a small marker was very bright and colourful - is that also banned whilst your playing ? How about the sun ?
 
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