eschultz406 Posted April 23, 2020 Share Posted April 23, 2020 Spies, I moved to Colorado about two years ago. I haven't been able to get out and play as many courses as I'd like. But I was wondering if there are any Colorado golfers or golfers that have played in Colorado willing to provide some course recommendations that I can check out this summer? I look forward to hearing from y'all. 2 Quote G400 SFT SLDR 3Wood G400 4Hybrid i210 Orange Dot 5-PW KBS Tour Stiff Hi-Toe 52/56/58 Mullen 2 Putter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STUDque Posted April 23, 2020 Share Posted April 23, 2020 Depending on where you are, @downlowkey @HighFade and @PokeForeLyfe seem to have a pretty good read of the area. I've never played out there so I can't help you on specific suggestions but I'm sure it's nice to see the ball fly forever. Did you move there from sea level? 3 Quote In my Pisa, riding on a 3.5+ G410+ EXS 5W King F7 Hy i500 5-GW Equalizer 56/60 Heppler Ketsch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GolfSpy Barbajo Posted April 23, 2020 Share Posted April 23, 2020 2 hours ago, eschultz406 said: Spies, I moved to Colorado about two years ago. I haven't been able to get out and play as many courses as I'd like. But I was wondering if there are any Colorado golfers or golfers that have played in Colorado willing to provide some course recommendations that I can check out this summer? I look forward to hearing from y'all. The Denver area has some of the best golf courses anywhere, I think. Have played a bunch of them - personal favorites are Fossil Trace in Golden - some say it's kind of gimmicky, but it sure is fun. Also love Murphy Creek, Green Valley Ranch, Bear Creek, Meadow Hills, Arrowhead and Red Hawk Ridge. I got very lucky one day and got to play the Sanctuary - it's crazy good. Played a few courses in the mountains, too -- Raven, Grand Lake and a few others. The one I didn't like was Gypsum Creek, but I played crappy that day, so it doesn't really count. Further west I LOVE Redlands Mesa. I'm probably missing a few, but seriously - other than the day at Gypsum Creek - I've never had a bad day of golf in Colorado. And the altitude makes me feel 20 years younger! 2 Quote What's in the bag: Driver: TSR3; DynaPWR Carbon FW Wood: DynaPWR 3-wood; TSR 2+ Hybrids: PXG Gen4 18-degree Utility Irons: ZX MkII 20* Irons:; 699/699 Pro V2 Combo; D9 Forged; MT86 (coming soon!); VIP 1025 V-Foil MB/CB; Wedges: RTX6 Zipcore Putter: HB Soft Milled 10.5; Newport Special Select; Willamette, BB8; 8802; MATI Monto Ball: Tour B RXS; Z-STAR Diamond; Triad Stat Tracker/GPS Watch: Follow @golfspybarbajo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eschultz406 Posted April 24, 2020 Author Share Posted April 24, 2020 19 hours ago, GolfSpy STUDque said: Depending on where you are, @downlowkey @HighFade and @PokeForeLyfe seem to have a pretty good read of the area. I've never played out there so I can't help you on specific suggestions but I'm sure it's nice to see the ball fly forever. Did you move there from sea level? I did. I moved to Colorado from Texas. It sure is nice to get that added yardage. 1 Quote G400 SFT SLDR 3Wood G400 4Hybrid i210 Orange Dot 5-PW KBS Tour Stiff Hi-Toe 52/56/58 Mullen 2 Putter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eschultz406 Posted April 24, 2020 Author Share Posted April 24, 2020 18 hours ago, GolfSpy Barbajo said: The Denver area has some of the best golf courses anywhere, I think. Have played a bunch of them - personal favorites are Fossil Trace in Golden - some say it's kind of gimmicky, but it sure is fun. Also love Murphy Creek, Green Valley Ranch, Bear Creek, Meadow Hills, Arrowhead and Red Hawk Ridge. I got very lucky one day and got to play the Sanctuary - it's crazy good. Played a few courses in the mountains, too -- Raven, Grand Lake and a few others. The one I didn't like was Gypsum Creek, but I played crappy that day, so it doesn't really count. Further west I LOVE Redlands Mesa. I'm probably missing a few, but seriously - other than the day at Gypsum Creek - I've never had a bad day of golf in Colorado. And the altitude makes me feel 20 years younger! Thank you for the recommendations! I live really close to Fossil Trace and I've been told I need to check it out so that's at the top of the list. I'll report back when I play a few. 2 Quote G400 SFT SLDR 3Wood G400 4Hybrid i210 Orange Dot 5-PW KBS Tour Stiff Hi-Toe 52/56/58 Mullen 2 Putter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downlowkey Posted April 24, 2020 Share Posted April 24, 2020 20 hours ago, GolfSpy STUDque said: Depending on where you are, @downlowkey @HighFade and @PokeForeLyfe seem to have a pretty good read of the area. I've never played out there so I can't help you on specific suggestions but I'm sure it's nice to see the ball fly forever. Did you move there from sea level? We need to get you out here for some golf @GolfSpy STUDque! 18 hours ago, GolfSpy Barbajo said: The Denver area has some of the best golf courses anywhere, I think. Have played a bunch of them - personal favorites are Fossil Trace in Golden - some say it's kind of gimmicky, but it sure is fun. Also love Murphy Creek, Green Valley Ranch, Bear Creek, Meadow Hills, Arrowhead and Red Hawk Ridge. I got very lucky one day and got to play the Sanctuary - it's crazy good. Played a few courses in the mountains, too -- Raven, Grand Lake and a few others. The one I didn't like was Gypsum Creek, but I played crappy that day, so it doesn't really count. Further west I LOVE Redlands Mesa. I'm probably missing a few, but seriously - other than the day at Gypsum Creek - I've never had a bad day of golf in Colorado. And the altitude makes me feel 20 years younger! That list is a pretty good start and you should definitely reach out next time your in town @GolfSpy Barbajo. 15 minutes ago, eschultz406 said: I did. I moved to Colorado from Texas. It sure is nice to get that added yardage. Welcome to the area and also to MGS! I'm a fellow Tex-pat (Austin) and it feels like playing underwater, teeing it up back home. The ball also flies much straighter up here. Fortunately, the Denver Metro offers walks to suit every taste. Tillinghast is my all time favorite and since you get privileges that come from being in the biz, put in a friendly call to Lakewood CC and Denver CC. Underrated Old School: Wellshire, Hyland Hills (Gold), Fox Hollow. My regular haunts on the Northside: Riverdale Dunes, Walnut Creek, Colorado National. I'm just outside Boulder (Coal Creek is my home track) and always happy to tee it up with a fellow Spy. See you around the forum... or perhaps out on the links. 5 Quote ______S9-1 Pro D - Matrix Ozik XCON 6 S ______S9-1 Pro 15* - Matrix Ozik XCON 7 S ________3DX 17* - Matrix Ozik Altus Hybrid SG ______ICON Black 4-PW - KBS Tour V S __________588 RTG 49 RTX 52.10 56.12 - DG S400 ______Amazing Grace NYC Tour CS _______'19 TP5X (the preceding have all been gamer approved) "The most important shot in golf is the next one“ - Ben Hogan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eschultz406 Posted April 24, 2020 Author Share Posted April 24, 2020 15 minutes ago, downlowkey said: We need to get you out here for some golf @GolfSpy STUDque! That list is a pretty good start and you should definitely reach out next time your in town @GolfSpy Barbajo. Welcome to the area and also to MGS! I'm a fellow Tex-pat (Austin) and it feels like playing underwater, teeing it up back home. The ball also flies much straighter up here. Fortunately, the Denver Metro offers walks to suit every taste. Tillinghast is my all time favorite and since you get privileges that come from being in the biz, put in a friendly call to Lakewood CC and Denver CC. Underrated Old School: Wellshire, Hyland Hills (Gold), Fox Hollow. My regular haunts on the Northside: Riverdale Dunes, Walnut Creek, Colorado National. I'm just outside Boulder (Coal Creek is my home track) and always happy to tee it up with a fellow Spy. See you around the forum... or perhaps out on the links. That would be awesome to tee it up some time! I've play Riverdale Dunes, Walnut Creek, and Colorado National and loved all three! Coal Creek is another great track. I'll have to check out the other recommendations. 2 Quote G400 SFT SLDR 3Wood G400 4Hybrid i210 Orange Dot 5-PW KBS Tour Stiff Hi-Toe 52/56/58 Mullen 2 Putter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmc1368 Posted April 26, 2020 Share Posted April 26, 2020 (edited) If you're willing to go south a bit there are some great ones too! Like Bear Dance, the Ridge at Castle Pines, and Red Hawk Ridge are just a couple of the top of my head. Driver: G400 LST 8.5* Ping Tour XStiff 75 3 Wood: G400 14.5* Ping Tour XStiff 75 3 Hybrid: G410 19* Ping Tour XStiff 85 Irons: i200 +1 1/2" White Dot 4-UW Dynamic Gold x100 Wedges: Glide 2.0 56* ss and 60* ss Putters: Sigma G 36" Ball: Pro V1 Edited April 26, 2020 by dmc1368 2 Quote G400 LST 8.5* Ping Tour XStiff 75 G400 14.5* Ping Tour XStiff 75 G410 19* Ping Tour XStiff 85 i200 +1 1/2" White Dot 4-UW Dynamic Gold x100 Midsize grips Vokey SM7 54* and 58* +1 1/2" 2* upright Midsize grips Scotty Cameron Newport Pro V1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighFade Posted May 17, 2020 Share Posted May 17, 2020 I’m a little farther south. Closer to Colorado Springs, but denver does have most of the good ones. Arrowhead (play around massive rock formations - great views) Red Hawk ridge (for those who love elevation changes - and the views) Green Valley Ranch (tough, long, but lots of fun) Pelican Lakes (hidden gem way up north) 2 Quote There is no spoon. WITB TaylorMade M3 Callaway Diablo 15° Callaway Diablo 18° Callaway Steelhead XR Pro 4-W Mizuno TP-4 50, 54, 58 TaylorMade Rossa Monza Spyder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yale17 Posted May 18, 2020 Share Posted May 18, 2020 Only course I have ever played in CO was at Haymaker in Steamboat. Absolutely loved it such a cool environment to play in. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EPetes Posted June 5, 2020 Share Posted June 5, 2020 Fellow Coloradan here. Love most of those courses and have gotten lucky enough to play a couple of the privates too, Cherry Hills, CGC. All great and love some of the municipals as well. +1 to Murphy creek. Enjoy the distance! 1 Quote M2 Driver Second hand (looking for a new driver) M2 Tour 3-wood (savior club) M1 Irons 5-PW Mack Daddy wedges inherited from my Father-in-Law 52,56,60 Tyne 2 Straight Arc MTB-X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevens24 Posted July 23, 2020 Share Posted July 23, 2020 Arrowhead has great views, but IMO s an average course. The Ridge at Castle Pines and Redhawk Ridge are good. Fossil Trace is fun and Bear Dance is one of the better courses as well. I don't get up north as much as I should. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighFade Posted July 23, 2020 Share Posted July 23, 2020 Agree with stevens24. But of all those, Red Hawk prob is the best value. Scenic views, dramatic elevation changes, and cheaper fees Quote There is no spoon. WITB TaylorMade M3 Callaway Diablo 15° Callaway Diablo 18° Callaway Steelhead XR Pro 4-W Mizuno TP-4 50, 54, 58 TaylorMade Rossa Monza Spyder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiguelVegas Posted July 24, 2020 Share Posted July 24, 2020 If you are out west near Fossil Trace you should check out Raccoon Creek down south from you. Quote Ping G400 Ping G30 4Hybrid Taylormade P770 Irons (5-Gap) Titleist Vokey SM7: 56 & 60 Scotty Cameron: Cameron & Crown Select Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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