[Brent Hutto]

Here's a hint. You can experience that freedom every time you're on the golf course. Any golf course, not just a world-class one by the sea. Find a compatible opponent. Play a match against him. Don't keep score.

It's darned near the only way I play any more. The whole scorecard thing is more like work than play.

[Ross Waldorf]

Brian:

I'm envious. If you're pining for good old-world wine, the US west coast would not be your optimal destination. At least in Bandon they do feature more Oregon pinots than you might typically see, which (speaking VERY broadly) do tend to at least have a little of the Burgundy chromosome. As opposed to those 15% alcohol California ones. Definitely not my style, I mean, I'll just order zinfandel . . .

Don't usually go too far OT, but the old-world wine comment just got me thinkin'.

OK. Back to golf. Cheers,
R

[Dan Herrmann]

Charlie,
I once spent a week hiking in the Adirondacks of NY.  We ate spam, and thought it was the greatest food ever.

I once spent 3 golf-filled days at Bandon and thought the beds were the best I'd ever used.  Tried out the same model in the store and thought, "Really - THIS is what I thought was great".

Bandon is a great resort, but I still think visiting the town, the state park below the course on the ocean, and patronizing a local mom & pop once in a while adds to the experience.

PS - Charlie, I still remember your outing at PDGC with great fondness.  Thanks again for a great time on one helluva golf course!

[Jud_T]

While I don't disagree that it'd be interesting to check out the town, the beach and some of the local establishments, who has time? Hell, I usually find myself rushing after the second 18 to grab a quick shower and make it to dinner and drinks on property , then grab 5-6 hours sleep before the next early time.

[Kalen Braley]

While I don't disagree that it'd be interesting to check out the town, the beach and some of the local establishments, who has time? Hell, I usually find myself rushing after the second 18 to grab a quick shower and make it to dinner and drinks on property , then grab 5-6 hours sleep before the next early time.

Jud,

Therein lies the big bingo moment.  For us die-hard golfers who may only have 3-4 days at Bandon, its pretty hard to justify every leaving the resort given that there is so much epic golf to be found.  It really is about cramming in as much golf as possible and eating and sleeping in the spare time.

Expecting us golf addicts to stray away from the resort at Bandon is kind of like thinking a lifetime gambler will go check out Hoover Dam if they ever got within 100 miles of Vegas.....it just ain't happenin'   

[Jeff Doerr]

I agree with a lot of the wisdom here.

Be out on the course when the sun goes down, even if it happens on the 37th  or 38th hole. There are some great late day loops out there for your 3rd round. Just stay out of the way of anyone wanting to finish their 18.

If it is cold, or your body is weary, spend less time at lunch and use the lodge hot tub and showers before you go out again. You'll be a new man for the 2nd 18. Also use it before you leave the resort and have to sit in that car or plane. You won't be the only one who is happy with your choice.

Bandon will do all the work to ship your club thru Fedex and you get thier rate.

Sit by the fire and talk about your day outside McKee's. Enjoy some pool in the bunker and have a single malt. Remember, you are in "golf heaven" - enjoy your stay

[Ted Cahill]

One of my best times at the resort was a late day nine on PD in December. I spen all day driving from California and arrived with about 2 hours of daylight left. I had the jones- so I went out on PD and planned on hiking in after the seventh green.  I headed out with the course to myself at that hour. When I walked off the third green- it dawned on me I could just turn right and be on the thirteenth tee box. I cruised in and didn't see a soul with a couple minutes of daylight to spare. Human beings shouldn't be allowed to have so much fun....

[Dan Herrmann]

Really?  You'd go to a golf-centric place like St. Andrews and never walk the town? 

I guess I'm strange.  I went to Sand Hills and talked with Coach Mike (Mullen's HS football coach and "starter" at Sand Hills) for about an hour.  I just like meeting new folks and experiencing new stuff.

Ted - Great story.  We played Pacific Dunes in the very late afternoon, after the caddies can play.  It was fantastic seeing the loopers out there enjoying the day.

[William_G]

One of my best times at the resort was a late day nine on PD in December. I spen all day driving from California and arrived with about 2 hours of daylight left. I had the jones- so I went out on PD and planned on hiking in after the seventh green.  I headed out with the course to myself at that hour. When I walked off the third green- it dawned on me I could just turn right and be on the thirteenth tee box. I cruised in and didn't see a soul with a couple minutes of daylight to spare. Human beings shouldn't be allowed to have so much fun....

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