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Originally Posted by Aces4
Blah, blah... A friend who is an ardent, respectful golfer, after extensive back surgery has returned to the game. He was unable to reach into the bottom of the hole to retrieve his golf ball. He was extremely reluctant but we finally convinced him to use a "built for disabled" rubber suction cup on the end of the putter. It works beautifully and he is able to continue his passion, golfing.
He has never damaged a hole on the green using this method. I have witnessed healthy, limber golfers jamb the head of their putter into the hole to flop the ball out. Now that is a problem and may a bad back issue never be yours.
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I agree …. If those suction cup devices are used PROPERLY, no damage will occur. Apparently your friend knows how to ….
However, I have seen folks with those suction cups rake the hell out of the edge of the hole because they are not careful.
Any incident I see where that takes place , I bring it to that person whether I know them or not !
Best way I recommend is once the ball is in the hole, take the flag out leaving the ball in the hole …. THEN the ball can be lifted straight up from the center of the hole. That way, no part of the putter grip will come in contact with the edge of the hole .
I’m sure you know that. My intent is to let those who DON’T know how they can avoid causing damage….