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Old 08-07-2025, 11:03 AM
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Originally Posted by tophcfa View Post
Also, only a par 70, a very long ride, and priced the same as Palmer. Not a good relative value. That being said, if I venture that far south, I’d much rather play The Creek than The Oaks. At least I’m not paying a premium to play along power lines and the turnpike, with no shade.
Its the shortest ride if you are way down south. The par 70 is not so bad per se, it is the low rating and low slope. Its a handicap killer. I am an 18 index. I'll shoot 84 from the blue tees at Shallow Creek and my handicap will go up! I have to make 81 or 82 to stay even.