Re: Distance measuring devices

On 10 Aug 2005 13:00:34 -0700, "Larry Bud" <larrybud2002@xxxxxxxxx>
wrote:

>> >Also, a laser will give you an exact distance to the flag.
>>
>> Max practical range is around 175yards or so-- simply because from
>> farther out you can't hold it still enough to hit a target-- Not very
>> handy. The range finders in some carts reflect off of a special
>> device on the flag sticks.
>
>I can hit it from about 210 with my Bushnell, although I brace myself
>again my golf bag or cart. But at most public courses, since you
>probably are waiting for the group in front, just beam it off the guy
>as he pulls the stick out.
>
>If/when the USGA does approve electronic measuring devices, I will give
>a serious look at the SkyCaddy.

The two types of distance measuring devices are equally legal--and
illegal for tournament play. But accuracy is accuracy-- and there are
other benefits of GPS that a laser can't do-- such as the ability to
measure the drive distances of everyone in your foursome, etc. Add
in the "target" programming that SkyGolf incorporated and there is
simply no comparison. Your GPS suggests a target from the tee, gives
layup distances, hazard distances, etc. etc.

Larry
.

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