Jason, I'm curious as to your high regard for the uphill asects of the routing......
as Jim did, I really admired the f&f conditions, thoroughly enjoyed the challenging short game shots, the uniquely gorgeous setting....BUT, even though 2 & 3 and 15& 16 were testing ( esp #2!) fun holes, they esentially were routed staight up the mountain, and straight down...I'm not sure I detect greatness in that approach..don't get me wrong, NCC is a gem,( probably not even "hidden" anymore) and I'd love to have it for ahome course... but the up/down is kind of basic, yes?