Circle City Chili Dipper- Indy Golf Thread

[Bob Cat]

Heard it was tough (Pfau).  So much so that it's no Pfun?

[DrOldSchool]

We spent more time hunting for balls than playing golf. Didn't matter if we were 30 yards or 3 yards off the fairway/green. The rough was that thick and full, well beyond ankle deep. The fairways have not grown in very well, at least not what I expected from last year. They definitely have drainage issues on a couple holes. 

 

I did par 7 holes. And still hung my worst round of the year... but 7 doubles a triple and a quad while losing 7 balls will do that.

[DrOldSchool]

Purgatory was in probably the best shape I've seen it in for the past 6 years yesterday. They're doing a $55 special after 2 Sunday/Monday that includes a hotdog or Brat, chips and a drink. Anyone want to go? @dmuckand I are open for either day. 

[HoosierHacker89]

Wanted to give some love to Buffer Park. This little course is become a favorite of mine. The staff is fantastic, and the course is in great shape! Played it last week, and its always a blast. I recommend anyone that get the chance to play to GO!

[StudentGolfer4]

What were the rates a buffer? They don’t post them online and I can never recall what I pay. 

[HoosierHacker89]

Rates are online. I looked other day. I paid 36 with a cart.

 

[jschwarb]

On 5/3/2021 at 11:56 PM, DrOldSchool said:

I don’t know how you make a list of the top 30 public access courses in indiana and not include Bear Slide, Royal Hylands, or Glendarin Hills. But this is someone’s attempt at it I guess. 🤷🏼‍♂️
 

I also thought Maple Creek was private, though this lists it as public access. 

 

https://www.wishtv.com/indy-style/ten-of-central-and-southern-indianas-top-public-golf-destinations-2/?fbclid=IwAR1sGSSnRr12WlrBZh30x6OJCHRpc6rVi1xl_Z_J0XSo4dJ8WvAlveYqLL0
 

 

LOL the guy wearing a golf glove in a TV studio.

 

I'm a member at Maple Creek, it is indeed private. 

 

As for the Pfau Course ... whew, played it two weeks ago with seven buddies and everyone left in despair. Even our 4 handicap didn't break 90. We all knew the land as students when it was the old IU course, which could play long and woody but fine for the young hackers we were. An IU student (or anyone else) who is a novice golfer should stay far, far away from the Pfau.

 

 

[mckennwa]

Seconded on Purgatory being in fantastic shape. They are growing back in just a bit of fescue to put some bite back into the course also. A great test. 
 

You can buy their “Devotion Pass” for $35, you get $20 off each round. Means you can walk for $29 after 3. 

[Bob Cat]

^ Great deal.  Have never walked it myself but it's be a good workout for this guy.

[DrOldSchool]

Need 1 - noon Sunday at Coyote Crossing 

 

Also looking to get out Thursday after 3 in the Hamilton/Madison County area if anyone wants to play

 

 

Edited June 1, 2021 by DrOldSchool

[DrOldSchool]

Doing Hylands 1138 Tuesday, weather permitting. Only booked as a 2some so if anyone else wants to join us, please do!

[ROOK16]

Good luck with the weather!

[Bob Cat]

Ackerman at Purdue Sunday afternoon.  Great condition.

 

West Chase GC in Brownsburg Monday.  Enjoyed the layout.  Staff was super friendly and helpful.

[ROOK16]

So you didn't want to play Coyote Crossing with us Sunday, huh?

[Bob Cat]

Have never played CC but would love to sometime.  Ackerman was a prior commitment.

How was it?

[DrOldSchool]

Guess we're just not cool enough for the big cat anymore.

 

Coyote was in fantastic shape. Well worth the price of admission. Fun layout, different types of holes throughout. Highly recommend.

 

Might get out Friday close to home if anyone is interested. Also trying to find a time to do 36 at Purdue - hoping next Wednesday is possible when the tee sheet opens up tonight if anyone is interested.

[Bob Cat]

Customer golf season, boys.  Zollner Friday.  Will report back.

[DrOldSchool]

 

Send pics of Zollner

 

Trophy was in solid shape today too. 

[Bob Cat]

Sorry I didn't get pics of Zollner but it was in great shape.

 

Anyone at Prairie View for the boys state championship yesterday or today?  PV's in great shape.  Fun day.

[ruascott]

On 5/20/2021 at 9:56 AM, DrOldSchool said:

We spent more time hunting for balls than playing golf. Didn't matter if we were 30 yards or 3 yards off the fairway/green. The rough was that thick and full, well beyond ankle deep. The fairways have not grown in very well, at least not what I expected from last year. They definitely have drainage issues on a couple holes. 

 

I did par 7 holes. And still hung my worst round of the year... but 7 doubles a triple and a quad while losing 7 balls will do that.

 

 

Played Pfau on Friday, then both courses (Ross/Dye) at French Lick Sat/Sun.

 

I thought Pfau was an amazing track... amazing vistas and some amazing holes

 

 

Definitely needs some more time with growing in the secondary rough (there are basically 3 levels of rough....sodded bluegrass that's maybe 5 yards wide which was in great shape,  then another 10 yards or so of gnarly rough that was not well grown in,  then the deep fescue). Fairways were for the most part great,  but were spots here and there that had issues.  Definitely some drainage problems on a few of them.  Greens were flawless, fast and very, very firm. The course has a definite rough and brutish feel to it.  

 

We played the Blue tee markers (6700),  but it seemed that on at least half the holes they were placed where the Black markers were supposed to be (7k). Probably should have played a tee up considering the wind and the elevation changes. 

 

There was debate within our group which was harder,  Pfau or French Lick Dye. I felt Dye was harder,  as it felt a harder driving course. Outside of a couple holes,  the Pfau course had pretty wide landing areas before you were in the junk.  But a couple in our group felt  Pfau was tougher due to some of the extreme bunkering styles right up against the greens. Didn't help that we played all the courses in 20-30 mph winds the entire time. I lost only 1 ball at Pfau and 4-5 at Dye.... but a lot of that was just driving it better that day.  

 

I'd highly recommend grabbing a yardage book for Pfau in the shop. As having not played it before,  picking lines without the book would have been very tough.  And it's not on any GPS apps yet.  I do think for the price level they should put books on the carts or better yet add cart GPS, as it's the type of course where it's really needed

 

 

You could play Pfau 4 times for the price of the Dye course.... FWIW. And I think they are fairly comparable in uniqueness and difficulty. Dye was in flawless condition,  as always to be expected there.  

Edited June 28, 2021 by ruascott

[Bob Cat]

The Ross course is enough for me in 20-30 mph wind.  I'd be super disappointed to pay hundreds for the Dye and have to play in those conditions.  That's just me though.

 

Thanks for posting!

[ruascott]

38 minutes ago, Bob Cat said:

The Ross course is enough for me in 20-30 mph wind.  I'd be super disappointed to pay hundreds for the Dye and have to play in those conditions.  That's just me though.

 

Thanks for posting!

 

We were smart enough to move up a tee and play the whites there at Dye.  At 6100, it played more like 6600 with the wind and the elevation.  Was still a fabulous day.  That's such a wild course you can't help but have fun, as long as you don't take it too seriously.  

Edited June 28, 2021 by ruascott

[HoosierHacker89]

I need everyone to go play west chase in brownsburg whenever you get the chance. It’s a really nice track with a fun layout great combination of holes to keep it interesting. Staff was friendly and it was in pretty good shape. 

[Bob Cat]

Played West Chase a few weeks ago and had the same experience.  Bloody Maria's were excellent.  Will be back.

[StudentGolfer4]

Haven’t been out there in a while but I always enjoyed the back 9 at west chase 

[Bob Cat]

Tri-Ponds Golf Course, 7 miles West of Tipton, Indiana.

 

Guy built a small 18 hole course around his house (par 60, I think).  Front 9 is OK.  Back 9 a little scrubby, but hey, it's still golf.  Locals tend to play the front twice.

 

At $9 to walk it, if you don't expect much more than friendly people and cold beer then you'll have fun.

 

It was a trip... and I'll be back... sometime.

[HoosierHacker89]

Hickory stick was in great shape the other day. Best I've seen it. 

[DrOldSchool]

Has anyone played Champions Pointe recently? When I booked for next weekend I got a pop up saying they’re still doing raised cups, no bunker rakes, flag stays in. Wondered if that was still true?

[mckennwa]

I’ve played it twice in the last three months. I didn’t see any of that. Perhaps they have went back to it quite recently, but that’s the only way. 

[Busta]

Hello to the group.  Our golf group (20 players) is taking our annual golf trip to Indianapolis this year.   I am from Phoenix and I am happy I found this thread.  I have read all 37 pages and have enjoyed the read, sounds like a great group.  I feel like I know many of you now, haha.  We will be playing TH Sep 23- SUN Sep 27.  The courses have informed me there will be no maintenance or aerating until Oct, I hope that holds true.  Looking for insight- we are playing Bear Slide Fri, Fort Sat and Trophy Club Sun.  

 

Based on current course conditions, do you all think that’s a good rotation?   I read all your posts re: Royal Highlands, is it a better choice than 1 of these 3?
 

For Thursday we would like to stay close to our hotel in Fishers- do we play Prairie View, Plum Creek or River Glen?  Is Prairie View worth the higher green fee compared to the other 2 options?

 

Guys in the group do not want to pay the $130 Brickyard fee.  We range in hdcp from 10-24.  We are looking for fun, scenic courses that are in good condition.  
 

Thank you, I appreciate any insight and look forward to your replies, 

Manny