Does anyone walk anymore?

[JFish350]

3 hours ago, UofAWildcatfan said:

I love to walk but have to use the pushcart as well. Walking gives me time to decompress and forget the last shot before reaching my golf ball. 

Completely agree, I'd add the beer lasts a little longer as walking and drinking takes longer than driving and drinking, LOL.. 

 

Go Devils. 

[Bang60]

I walk 9 holes carrying my bag but ride if playing 18 on my bike, used to play 36 holes Saturday and Sunday easy peasy when you’re fit and healthy lol. I’m not bothered by the idiots looking down on me for riding, I’ll happily tell them to “F” off… no skin off my nose..

 I got the big tyre bike 26inch that’s comfortable to ride but too heavy for an old man, but I love it so not sure if I’ll get the 20inch or not???

[Ryan Schnetzer]

It may not be everywhere. I’ve definitely seen it at my club and I’ve even seen it in men’s college golf as well with only some of the guys using them. In the women’s game it seems to be the norm. I don’t really see why the guys don’t use it. I would think it would be less stress on their body and would help with hem play better. I have a clic gear cart and try to use it as much as possible. 

[KenBender]

Started walking more during the shutdown in 2020. Helps me get more exercise and keeps me focused during the round. Now I walk almost every round. 

[UofAWildcatfan]

1 hour ago, JFish350 said:

Completely agree, I'd add the beer lasts a little longer as walking and drinking takes longer than driving and drinking, LOL.. 

 

Go Devils. 

Lol, unfortunately, my son graduated from ASU  Oh well we can't all be perfect. All Az schools are amazing!

Just now, UofAWildcatfan said:

Lol, unfortunately, my son graduated from ASU  Oh well we can't all be perfect. All Az schools are amazing!

and you are absolutely, the beer tastes better and does last longer!

[drrlramsey]

I prefer to walk when I am playing with my league or wih a friend that maintains a good pace as I feel it helps me to maintain a good rythm. If its a casual weekend round with some guys, and I have a later tee time, I'd prefer to prepare for a more casual pace and just take my time aas to not make the folks in front of me feel rushed since I am a fast player naturally, enjoy the scenery and conversation along with a cigar until it is my turn.

Just purchased an electric walking cart kit so, I excited to walk this year.

[Michael Enos]

I usually walk in the golf league until it gets really hot and humid. 

[rmk!]

My regular weekly game is always walking. I'm 71 and my playing partners are that age or more. When I play resort courses carts are usually mandatory and it seems they are designed to prevent walking . I can see that for pace of play reasons but my buddies and I can and often do play in 3-3 1/2 hrs. We are always in position or far ahead of the group behind us. Strange to me to see so many young guys taking carts on our relatively flat, very walkable course.

[Zman56]

I started walking during Covid.  Previously I had an old pull cart I would use once in awhile but it hurt my back.  I mostly rode in golf cart.  I purchased a Caddytek Swivel wheel cart and love it.  I now walk 90% of the time.  Great exercise program for me. I really enjoy walking as you get a chance to see the green as you are walking to the green, etc.  plus big savings as cost is $20 - $25 per round.  It is great for my heart.  My blood pressure has improved and I have reduced my blood pressure meds.  All good!

[EnderinAZ]

Had my knee replaced 6 weeks ago and I am already walking, I am also 65. But, I let and MGI Zip Navigator carry my clubs. 

https://us.mgigolf.com/products/zip-navigator-electric-golf-caddy

This is a great cart. Battery lasts 2 rounds, has gyroscopes in the wheel controls so it will go straight on a steep side hill, and the remote lasts and lasts and lasts. The thing will tip over if it hits a deep sprinkler head hole or you don't pay attention and get to close to a sand trap and then you get to feel stupid. Most of the time I am the only person walking in my group and often in my men's club. But what the heck I love the walk, and the solitude in all that green green grass helps me shut off that constant internal dialog and stay focused on my game. 

[chisag]

1 hour ago, Zman56 said:

I started walking during Covid.  Previously I had an old pull cart I would use once in awhile but it hurt my back.  I mostly rode in golf cart.  I purchased a Caddytek Swivel wheel cart and love it.  I now walk 90% of the time.  Great exercise program for me. I really enjoy walking as you get a chance to see the green as you are walking to the green, etc.  plus big savings as cost is $20 - $25 per round.  It is great for my heart.  My blood pressure has improved and I have reduced my blood pressure meds.  All good!

 

... Great stuff. And you sleep better after a day in the sun walking the course. 

[chisag]

4 hours ago, UofAWildcatfan said:

Lol, unfortunately, my son graduated from ASU  Oh well we can't all be perfect. All Az schools are amazing!

 

... It is almost shocking how many people I meet here in Phoenix that went to ASU or UA and decided to stay. "Graduated from ASU in 1990-2020 and I never left" is very common refrain.  

[mackdaddy]

I have had several knee surgeries and only walk when cart path only.  Walking adds about 5 strokes to my round.

[Bang60]

1 hour ago, Mackey said:

I have had several knee surgeries and only walk when cart path only.  Walking adds about 5 strokes to my round.

I’ve had 5 major surgeries on my guts and that doubled my cap to 26 but now playing a easier course so down to 22 lol walk means I play about 14…

[Glenmore5]

Absolutely ....golf was designed with walking in mind....as long as you are able to....

[Bob Pegram]

I still walk. It helps get me warmed up faster. It also allows me to have all my clubs with me everywhere on the course even at the side of the green. I also get a better survey of the course by walking and I can walk off the distance from a yardage marker as I walk to my ball if I am not using a GPS.

[DENNISCMCBRIDE]

Always walked (when the course allowed). When younger, before shoulders went very bad, in the Marine Corps always carried. Now push carts. Must admit I just ordered a set of E-Wheels (V2). This helps my back and fatigue. At 74 need all the help I can get. 

[JohnSmalls]

Every chance I get. Makes for a more enjoyable round IMO

[Tiltedone]

I'm 70 and try to walk every time I'm at the course. My brother-in-law has some health issues so when I go golfing with him I'm in his cart which is usually twice a year. I enjoy the exercise and the beauty around the course.

Andrew

[Joefreddy]

Love to walk. Carried forever but went to a push cart about 10 years ago. Find I focus more on the next shot when walking plus feel better after. There are a few courses around here that try to discourage walking by designing 300/400 yards between green and tee. Walk those anyway, on occasion. 

[MacTourney]

17 hours ago, Bang60 said:

I walk 9 holes carrying my bag but ride if playing 18 on my bike, used to play 36 holes Saturday and Sunday easy peasy when you’re fit and healthy lol. I’m not bothered by the idiots looking down on me for riding, I’ll happily tell them to “F” off… no skin off my nose..

 I got the big tyre bike 26inch that’s comfortable to ride but too heavy for an old man, but I love it so not sure if I’ll get the 20inch or not???

You actually get to ride a bike like this, interesting.  I saw for the first time last year someone on what appeared to be a motor driven cycle type thing and didn't get a full look at it but his acceleration seemed smooth and even so I assumed it was motor driven.

So on your set up you ride while bag is on your back?  I'm a little surprised a course would allow it, but I don't know anything about the practice.  Is this the wave of the future sort of thing?  Changing gears uphill?  Interesting stuff for sure.

Edited February 25, 2023 by MacTourney

[MacAndrews]

As a former caddy, I always preferred walking to riding but carts were mandatory on weekends before I:00pm, so I finally purchased my first cart bag in 2019, a Ping Pioneer (based on MGS reviews). Then came covid and we were allowed to walk, so I purchased a Clicgear push cart based on an MGS review.

I've now moved to a walking-friendly course. Sometimes I use a Ping carry bag but prefer using the pushcart (even though I don't love pushing). The great thing about the Ping Pioneer bag is the cooler compartment works great as a sand bottle holder for non-replaceable divots. 

I'll ride when required, but last year that was maybe 20 rounds out of 175.

The walking exercise has been great for my health and I now almost always hit an elliptical machine for 5-6 miles when I don't play. My beer gut has almost disappeared. A pay a $150 trail fee for the year, compared to the yearly cart plan, which is $1800.

I may eventually get the Alphard rear wheels for the Clicgear. Seems like a bit of an extra hassle, but may be worth it not to feel all hunched over pushing.

When I hit the course in the evening, I use my carry bag.

No hate to people who ride in carts that are respectful to the course, especially those that let me sit while they are teeing off!

 

[JFish350]

16 hours ago, drrlramsey said:

I prefer to walk when I am playing with my league or wih a friend that maintains a good pace as I feel it helps me to maintain a good rythm. If its a casual weekend round with some guys, and I have a later tee time, I'd prefer to prepare for a more casual pace and just take my time aas to not make the folks in front of me feel rushed since I am a fast player naturally, enjoy the scenery and conversation along with a cigar until it is my turn.

Just purchased an electric walking cart kit so, I excited to walk this year.

Another Portlander, Nice. Only course in our area I will not walk is Chehalem Glenn. 

 

Where do you normally play? 

 

Which electric cart did purchase? 

[Fjd]

I’m 81 yrs old and also walk, especially when we have cart path only because of extremely wet fairways.  I find it easier to carry in lieu of pulling a cart.  The secret is a very light wt bag.  Mine is 3.5 lbs.  The other benefit of carrying is the ability to catch a ride on the back of a cart to go up a steep hill or a long trek to the next tee.

[Adjustor]

Even at age 71, I generally walk. The exception would be 90+ temps and high humidity. I generally feel walking is the best aspect of my game. On those days where I play terrible, at least I have accomplished something by getting in 5 miles of steps (not to mention moving the bags weight as well.)

[cnosil]

As I read through this thread I note some interesting things:

• People have different definitions of walking and cart.   There is the group that say they walk which in their mind means they carry their clubs.   There is those that walk and use a cart (pull, push, electric) to carry their bag.  Those that view a car as the one that you sit in/on and drive.  
• There seems to be a lot of negative opinions about people that ride in a cart.

[chisag]

7 minutes ago, Adjustor said:

Even at age 71, I generally walk. The exception would be 90+ temps and high humidity. I generally feel walking is the best aspect of my game. On those days where I play terrible, at least I have accomplished something by getting in 5 miles of steps (not to mention moving the bags weight as well.)

 

... This reminds me of an overweight guy I was paired up with that said "That remote electric cart looks great. If I were in better shape I would get one." To which I replied "I mean this in a most positive way but if you got one and started walking, you would  be in better shape". 

[Adjustor]

10 minutes ago, chisag said:

 

... This reminds me of an overweight guy I was paired up with that said "That remote electric cart looks great. If I were in better shape I would get one." To which I replied "I mean this in a most positive way but if you got one and started walking, you would  be in better shape". 

Reminds me of a time one of our  members in our group commented to me in a condescending way: "I don't golf for the exercise."

To which I replied: "Me either, but it (walking) is an added benefit."

[chisag]

20 minutes ago, cnosil said:

There seems to be a lot of negative opinions about people that ride in a cart.

 

... With good reason. Hard to understand why young guys that are in good shape would ride in a cart, park them 3 feet off the cart path destroying the grass to save 2 steps as well as driving them almost on the fringe. And I am not even talking about social players drinking and blaring their music, but really good players. I just very rarely see drunk walkers blaring their music to be heard a fairway over. And to be fair I see older lazy folk too that do the same (without beer/loud music) as if they are allergic to walking anymore than they have to. So a negative opinion is well earned.

... That said, there are so many that actually need a cart for physical reasons. Mountain courses or those with abnormally long walks from green to tees and of course excessive heat. Once the temp gets into triple digits I have learned walking in bright sunshine can be dangerous, even under a reflective umbrella so as much as I love walking, I ride all summer. There is one other category and that is the respectful golfer that is aware their cart can cause damage to the course if operated improperly, understand a 90* rule doesn't mean buy more beer when the temps get above 90* but just prefer to ride for whatever reason so no negative opinions for them either. 

[rosco1963]

I walk a course tha s about 10 miles from me. It os only 9 holes, and not the greatest course, but they allow me take my 15 pound cairn terrier with me. Win Win, his walk, my walk, and I get to curse at a white ball, lol.