Is golf your most expensive hobby?

[RRFireblade]

Boating, Classic Cars, Guitars, Watches, Golf.

[MattM97]

Right now yes, before this I was buying a lot of wet shaving gear. More custom and high end straight razors along with some other stuff. Most range at the price of a new driver or milled putter so yeah not cheap.

 

 

 

OK...you do what ?? with what?? For shaving..right?...I'm so out of touch..lol.

 

Like old school shaving. Funny enough yeah it can become a hobby, anything can become a hobby.

 

With that said it's crazy how much I've spent on that stuff. Could probably buy 2 full bags of clubs.

[Lookout!]

Model Trains, Skiing, mistresses... you mean the usual stuff.

[MMB1500]

Golf is far and away my most expensive hobby, yes. That said, the escapism and enjoyment it provides me is priceless.

[PeanutsDaddy]

Yes.

[Under2hours]

Wow some have expensive hobbies.....

 

Here in Canada (particularly Ontario & Toronto area) if you have a membership at any decent club (not talking ultra-exclusive or 4 season club), you are running $10,000/yr when you add up your expenses as while dues seem reasonable, add taxes, minimums, guests, any games outside the club, events, assessments......

 

Oh and the initiation too.

[Mych]

Parenting and pet ownership crush golf... about $3k in vet bills/meds/boarding in the last 6 months (2 dogs that eventually had to be put down) and about the same amount in childcare for this year. Even assuming $1000 spent on equipment and $150 per month to play (average $40/round, 3-4 times/month), I would still fall short of my kid or pet expenses from last year.

 

 

When I played tournament softball, I also spent at least as much (likely more) than golf. $50/weekend in tourney fees, $200 per season per night for league fees (usually 2 weeknights), $100+ for each team's uniform, $200 glove, minimum of 2 $300 bats (one for each major tournament association), $50/dozen for balls, $400 for a pitching machine for practice, $100 for a hitting net, batting cage fees, hotels, meals, gas, etc.

[Huey222]

Fishing, definitely. I can take one set of golf clubs to any golf course. But I can't take a light action inshore rod tuna fishing.

[jambox107]

Yes

[dnalepoca]

Breeding hognose snakes tops golf, unless I get into the mood where I only want to play the $100/round courses

Uhhh breeding what now?

[jambox107]

To save some money, do not get into exotic shafts. Your wallet will thank you!

[QuigleyDU]

yes, followed closely by shooting sports. 

[IamMarkMac]

I don't know if travel is considered a hobby. If so, that would be the most expensive. If not, then yes, golf. 

[Railroading13]

Yes but it’s also my only hobby

[3jacker]

Hunting (waterfowl), fishing, golf and now most recently photography.

I really need to find some cheaper hobbies.

[sfrisk55]

> @3jacker said:

> Hunting (waterfowl), fishing, golf and now most recently photography.

> I really need to find some cheaper hobbies.

 

Second this. Waterfowl hunting is by far what sucks my bank dry. And being opposite seasons from golf doesn't give my wallet a break either.

[Schley]

So in summary the poll said yes (which I can't see anymore), but those that comment the answer is no.

[mcasella08]

Does my car payment count?

[The Real Pacman]

It's pretty much my only hobby, so yes. Even if you include my love for firearms, fishing, and occasionally hunting, it's still much more expensive due to my obsession with the game and tendency to tinker with new clubs constantly.

[BearQ]

Yes golf is by far. Its really the only passion I currently have. Former hooper but Ive drifted away after injuries and ball didn't cost much anyways.

[tgoodspe1991]

Golf is my only hobby, and I do spend a lot on it. To think of it, the stupid amount of money I spend on golf is probably a reason why I _don't_ have other hobbies, lol.

[Sam-Tee-Time]

NO way. It's Sports cars. I have 3 sports cars, and am a member at a Private Racetrack, and a Driving Instructor. This can get VERY EXPEN$IVE, very fast for broken/worn out parts, sticky tires, new widgets, maintenance, and on and on.

[monty09]

strippers and blow cost more

[Obee]

That depends on whether I'm winning or losing at poker! :-)

[Obee]

> @KAndyMan said:

> The way i see it, golf and related expenses are just a "cost of living". Without it id lose my sanity and not be able to live!!

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> I have to agree with a few of the guys above in saying its a lifestyle more than a hobby in many ways bc of the social aspect that can be applied with it. Everything from common ground with business associates/clients/partners, to playing on the weekends with old buddies or just playing alone to escape the daily madness.

 

Wow, a kindred spirit. That is exactly how I feel about golf.

[Obee]

> @KAndyMan said:

> The way i see it, golf and related expenses are just a "cost of living". Without it id lose my sanity and not be able to live!!

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> I have to agree with a few of the guys above in saying its a lifestyle more than a hobby in many ways bc of the social aspect that can be applied with it. Everything from common ground with business associates/clients/partners, to playing on the weekends with old buddies or just playing alone to escape the daily madness.

 

Wow, a kindred spirit. That is exactly how I feel about golf.

[third-times-a-charm]

Collecting watches far outweighs golf. Vintage Rolex's are almost $15k each right now.

[Edward_Majorwin]

By far this is the only thing I spend my money on other than food and various living expenses. It's easy to do when you're a perma-single man with no real interest in doing anything else!

[birdiebarrage]

Yes, nothing else even close.

[aliikane]

Nope. Mountain biking is much more money for me right now. However, I haven't been playing golf because my arm is quite injured. Bad tendonitis and have to talk with the orthopedic about it. Also, my clubs got stolen as well, so things are going well for me in the golf category.