TEPaul,
I was with Tiger when he hit 1-iron, sand wedge.
Sort of disappointing in that there was almost nothing there to challenge him. Today's young players are hitting the ball distances we never dreamed of, let alone the designing architect. I have no problem extending the tee back another 20 or so yards. It does not alter the play of the hole in a negative way, and keeps that wonderful feature and strategy in play.
So, we just disagree.
P.S. Look at your instant message board.