[ElDiabloJoe]

As far as golf cart speeds go, I have one that goes 31 downhill. Yes, it was tuned by Plowman. No, I do not keep or use it in The Villages, it is at the lake in Tennessee. I no longer drive it at its maximum capabilities.

For the most part, we have all grabbed the prize. We have all made it to retirement. I am enjoying mine heartily! The surest and quickest way for that to come to a crashing halt is a traffic accident. I have come to realize (although it took many decades) that speed is unimportant. If it takes me an extra hour to get back "up north" then so what, I arrive alive and healthy as opposed to the delay an accident muchless an injury would cause.

Same philosophy for when we go golf carting around. So I get to Dunkin' Donuts 50 seconds later than I could have. I miss out on a parking space? So what - I just park further out. I'm not on the clock, I'm not late for anything, I won't miss out on anything by taking my time - except maybe I miss out on an emergency room visit.

YMMV

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by Randall55

It was mentioned in a Continuing the Dream video. A rock climbing wall and indoor basketball will also be in the gym.

Originally Posted by Papa_lecki

Doc
The Villages - Florida's Friendliest Active Adult 55+ Retirement Community

Go to about minute 1:58 of the video. Not dedicated indoor pickle, but an indoor gymnasium, that can have basketball, volleyball or indoor pickleball

Okay, I see it. 6 courts in a shared, multi-use gym... Good luck getting one one of them...

[DPWM21]

Rule of law is necessary but we must adjust to those things which are different than our personal beliefs and live and let live.
We Villagers are fortunate to age in Florida. Younger Villagers adjust to slowness and different limitations to older. An example is some of the slow slow driving and apparent lack of awareness by some who, likely and maybe, shouldn’t be driving any longer. Another is being in a Rec Center with someone who coughs and shares their illness in a small area without respect to other’s health.
Tolerance, mutual respect, ability to have differences yet live in peace would go a long way in helping society.
Perhaps those who give tolerance to the apparently confused driver who misses seeing a car…….or those, seeing a older person who needs help with their yard or groceries, even if help given by a ‘liberal’, can help us bridge our differences and find our sameness.
But ‘Rule of Law’ must exist, no one is special, we must abide within certain guidelines. And things change, always have, always will.

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by Randall55

I was comparing the new square to Brownwood. Brownwoood does not have a lake, an island to enjoy the sunsets, scenic walking trails, a golf course, wellness center, driving range, and so much more. The indoor gym is part of the new recreation center. Perhaps, it will be like the fitness centers in which you have to pay to use. So far, no fees have been mentioned.

My discussion was based on the OP. There are many younger residents with AirBnbs and investment properties. My point is..things change frequently in the Villages. Today's "best homes" become yesterday's news. The area with the new town square along with the 3 championship golf courses will be the next "best homes." Until something else comes along. It has been this way since Spanish Springs was built. There will always be something new and improved. You have to be on your toes if you have investment properties. You can lose as easily as gaining. When LSL was built, there was a HUGE DEMAND. The largest demand I have witnessed since living in the Villages. After a few years, it crashed. Ups and downs happen in real estate.

Demand for LSL has "crashed"?

Seems like it's still quite desirable to me...

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by Mulliganguy

Not true.

Sarcasm, Sheldon...

[Randall55]

Originally Posted by JMintzer

Demand for LSL has "crashed"?

Seems like it's still quite desirable to me...

I was talking about the early 2000's when LSL was being built. Demand for the homes was off the charts. In 2007/2008, it crashed. Homes, even new construction, lost value. There have been many ups and downs in the Villages. The housing market does not stay stable.

[JGibson]

Originally Posted by Mulliganguy

Not true.

I guess you didn't detect the sarcasm.

I’ll do better next time.

[DonH57]

Just wondering. If a golf cart governor was set for the lower limit of 25 MPH how long would it take to bake the engine and have to be replaced?

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by Randall55

I was talking about the early 2000's when LSL was being built. Demand for the homes was off the charts. In 2007/2008, it crashed. Homes, even new construction, lost value. There have been many ups and downs in the Villages. The housing market does not stay stable.

2007-2008 was a National housing crash. It was not specific to TV...

[Marine1974]

Originally Posted by RICH1

It seems like the Next Generation of Retirees are moving in with more Liberal views on our established rules. Golf cart governor over-rides, pool IDs, AirBnbs, parking trailers in driveways, going around the ARC process, it goes on and on, and neighbors are afraid to report, and confront their neighbors about these infractions. I guess being "soft" is going to be make The Villages just another " all about me" neighborhood.. It's getting old fast.

Don’t fret , the next generation are
going to have to pay a heavy price due to the enormous national debt and printing of money that we benefited from .

[srswans]

Originally Posted by ThirdOfFive

Rules without enforcement are merely suggestions.

That describes FL exactly - as it is and always has been down here.

Big shift from the yankee and puritan mindset up north.

[justjim]

Originally Posted by RICH1

It seems like the Next Generation of Retirees are moving in with more Liberal views on our established rules. Golf cart governor over-rides, pool IDs, AirBnbs, parking trailers in driveways, going around the ARC process, it goes on and on, and neighbors are afraid to report, and confront their neighbors about these infractions. I guess being "soft" is going to be make The Villages just another " all about me" neighborhood.. It's getting old fast.

We first purchased in 2006. Frankly, I have not seen much change in people as they moved in year after year. The big change is we were among the youngest residents and now we are among the oldest.

[jimjamuser]

Originally Posted by Vermilion Villager

The Villages Golf Cart set battery powered carts at 24mph right out of the box. Gas powered are still set at 19mph. I see a lot of gas powered carts now operating at speeds way over 25mph. It's easy to do at home. I guess time will tell what operating at 20-25% over designed speeds does to them.

The Police should do spot checks for golf carts with altered top speeds. The gas carts that can go over 20 MPH should get large dollar tickets. Police are responsible for SAFETY and golf carts with higher speed just encourages too much aggressive passing.

[jimjamuser]

Originally Posted by DonH57

Just wondering. If a golf cart governor was set for the lower limit of 25 MPH how long would it take to bake the engine and have to be replaced?

Lower top speed should make a cart last longer than with a "jacked up" governor.

[Hockeyguy]

Originally Posted by dhdallas

Its always the "other guys" isn't it. Those darn snowbirds, or the new people, or the visitors, or the outsiders, or the renters but its never, ever, the long-time year-round residents. They never speed, never drive drunk, never have loud parties, never violate deed restrictions, always carry their ID proudly displayed on a lanyard, obey all traffic laws, love their neighbor, and go through every day with a song in their heart and a dance in their steps. Bless their hearts!

One of the better replies. Even kinda funny.