Fairway mats

[KenL]

Is that the little arc shaped one? If yes, I wasn't a fan of it moving on impact.
Friends are recommending a bigger more solid version, Callaway makes one.

 

[2blue]

We have them as optional, but strongly recommended - i do agree that they do preserve the fairways. I know of other clubs in the area that have tried and then disgarded them, and some that give you the option to move your ball to the 1st cut of rough.

Our club still runs some comps throughout the winter and i have noticed some members suddenly deciding to use the mat when they want to be able to "tee up" a fairway wood, and basically play a shot that they would not be capable of doing under normal conditions!

Rich

You should have a Local Rule on mat use in place.... so sounds like illegal use... so DQ.
We have voluntary mats... I am happy to use one.. few others do.