Pro's to wear shorts -

[Hacker Khan]

Then why is it that the more exclusive golf clubs are thriving and more of the ones that have opened up are struggling.

You just think that is what is needed because that is what you want, there is nothing to back it up.

So by that logic if the ones that are struggling became more exclusive then they would no longer suffer? Yes niche marketing and aiming at time and cash rich customers that want an exclusive experience will work for some clubs as some demand for exclusivity is there. And those clubs are fine for the market they are in. But you can't seriously extrapolate that and say if most clubs used that business model then clubs would no longer struggle? Really?

 

[FairwayDodger]

Must say the boots and capri trouser look Rickie is sporting today is about the worst outfit I've seen on a course for some time. Surely shorts are better?

 

[freddielong]

So by that logic if the ones that are struggling became more exclusive then they would no longer suffer? Yes niche marketing and aiming at time and cash rich customers that want an exclusive experience will work for some clubs as some demand for exclusivity is there. And those clubs are fine for the market they are in. But you can't seriously extrapolate that and say if most clubs used that business model then clubs would no longer struggle? Really?

To be honest the comment was a bit off the cuff and i didn't really mean it in its strictest sense. It was more about people taking the opposite view where being a member of a club is just another thing to pay for and isnt important at all.

 

[patricks148]

Must say the boots and capri trouser look Rickie is sporting today is about the worst outfit I've seen on a course for some time. Surely shorts are better?

too true, Terrible look. can't be that comfortable where baseball cut boots in warm conditions?

 

[Lambchops]

To be honest the comment was a bit off the cuff and i didn't really mean it in its strictest sense. It was more about people taking the opposite view where being a member of a club is just another thing to pay for and isnt important at all.

a golf club membership is no different to having a football season ticket though is it? you are paying for a service/entertainment - it really is just something else to pay for

 

[Fish]

Must say the boots and capri trouser look Rickie is sporting today is about the worst outfit I've seen on a course for some time. Surely shorts are better?

I can't see how those ankle hugging trousers are comfortable and along with those high top shoes I don't think he looks smart at all.

Are those shoes made for golf?

 

[ruff-driver]

I can't see how those ankle hugging trousers are comfortable and along with those high top shoes I don't think he looks smart at all.

Are those shoes made for golf?

Seems so, http://thegolfnewsnet.com/golfnewsn...wler-sporting-high-top-puma-golf-shoes-15222/

 

[freddielong]

a golf club membership is no different to having a football season ticket though is it? you are paying for a service/entertainment - it really is just something else to pay for

Maybe these things are not special anymore but they used to be.

 

[Deleted member 15344]

Maybe these things are not special anymore but they used to be.

By special I'm guessing you mean exclusive only to those that could afford it and were deemed fit and worthy by a panel of 3 people.

Recently someone in our club was overheard saying

"It's a dark day in this clubs history the day they allowed someone living in a council house to be captain"

The same sort of attitude that wouldn't allow someone who wasn't an officer in the forces to join

Is that special then ?

 

[Sats]

By special I'm guessing you mean exclusive only to those that could afford it and were deemed fit and worthy by a panel of 3 people.

Recently someone in our club was overheard saying

"It's a dark day in this clubs history the day they allowed someone living in a council house to be captain"

The same sort of attitude that wouldn't allow someone who wasn't an officer in the forces to join

Is that special then ?

This is why I've generally learnt to loathe golfers (not all of them btw) but these snobs are in need of a well placed right hook. Play the game, respect the rules and others. I don't think wearing trousers will bestow you with these qualities and no one in the R&A or the PGA gives a two second shuffle what you think, they'll do it anyway. Learn to evolve.

 

[freddielong]

By special I'm guessing you mean exclusive only to those that could afford it and were deemed fit and worthy by a panel of 3 people.

Recently someone in our club was overheard saying

"It's a dark day in this clubs history the day they allowed someone living in a council house to be captain"

The same sort of attitude that wouldn't allow someone who wasn't an officer in the forces to join

Is that special then ?

No by special I mean something you are excited about.

 

[Lambchops]

Maybe these things are not special anymore but they used to be.

That's rubbish - they were nice but never special.

The more golf catches up to modern times the more it will flourish - we've a thriving junior section at our club and they all wear shorts and hideous bright shirts - all sold as golf clothing - long may it continue as they are the ones that will keep the club and sport going

 

[Deleted member 16999]

That's rubbish - they were nice but never special.

The more golf catches up to modern times the more it will flourish - we've a thriving junior section at our club and they all wear shorts and hideous bright shirts - all sold as golf clothing - long may it continue as they are the ones that will keep the club and sport going

Don't agree, the sooner we can them children back cleaning the Chimneys instead of filling up the fairways the better and while were at it, how about those women, get them back breeding! Playing Golf indeed! It's a gentlemans sport for goodness sake😃

 

[Swingalot]

No problem with it in my book BUT I would qualify that by saying there are only a very small % of golfers who can pull off the look without looking a plum and I would include myself in the larger % group.

I will always wear trousers unless it is very hot.

 

[Lambchops]

Don't agree, the sooner we can them children back cleaning the Chimneys instead of filling up the fairways the better and while were at it, how about those women, get them back breeding! Playing Golf indeed! It's a gentlemans sport for goodness sake😃

Brilliant

 

[User20205]

No problem with it in my book BUT I would qualify that by saying there are only a very small % of golfers who can pull off the look without looking a plum and I would include myself in the larger % group.

I will always wear trousers unless it is very hot.

Speak for yourself Rupert. I reckon I look quite something in a pair of shorts only 2 things stop me from wearing them now, the blood pressure of the lady members and the ticks who find me equally as alluring

 

[chippa1909]

Do I want to see some old guys (or gals) hairless, varicose veiney legs on the golf course? No. Just no.
And the pampered pros shouldn't be encouraging it!

 

[HomerJSimpson]

Do I want to see some old guys (or gals) hairless, varicose veiney legs on the golf course? No. Just no.
And the pampered pros shouldn't be encouraging it!

It's a familiar site at my club in the summer when over 40's and I'm well into that bracket get their legs out. Some are not pretty sights and I include my own. They aren't for the faint hearted and not fair to PP's to whip mine out. Add in the necessity to go into some long grass now and then and it's not for me

 

[TheJezster]

Luckily I have awesome legs and look great in shorts so will continue to sport them if it's not too cold outside.

 

[Swingalot]

Speak for yourself Rupert. I reckon I look quite something in a pair of shorts only 2 things stop me from wearing them now, the blood pressure of the lady members and the ticks who find me equally as alluring

When you say lady members, I assume your talking about the type you made a lovely comment to at RSG last year? Smooth as sandpaper you mate