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Originally Posted by Wi-Golfer  Which in my own opinion is stupid since they both serve the same purpose, one is just a lot easier to use. |
I personally would agree with your argument and that there are many stupid rules in regards to the USGA. The regulations of the ESC is probably my fondest. Probably the reason I own both a GPS and a Range Finder. Although it is still the rules for which are adopted by the USGA and the tournament. Where it is at the digression of local rules.
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Kinda like many may feel carrying a weighted club could classify as a 15th club, or using a towel under your knee could be classified as "Improving your lie". If I choose to play in the Club Championship I do so in a manner to adhere by both their rules and that of the USGA. The same reason I don't carry 40 clubs in my bag when I can afford them and ride in a cart, or pulling my ball out of a divot in the fairway. I hit the frickin' fairway, why should I have to play out of a little mini sand trap?? It is not in accordance with the rules governed by the USGA. Agree or not, the price you pay to participate in the event.