Colorado WRX 2015

irvtrain · March 11, 2015

Willis Case was open yesterday and was packed.

masamitsu · March 11, 2015

Both courses open! Woo Hoo!! :golfer:

cphrey · March 11, 2015

I didn't know you guys were all hiding in here! Who else is excited for the scores to start counting this Sunday? Playing in a scramble at Arrowhead, hopefully, on Sat then getting in the first handicapped round of the year out at GVR. Whoooo!

cphrey · March 11, 2015

[quote name='forecast6236' timestamp='1422155210' post='10812647']
Jealous of you guys who can afford a 3K plus annual membership. There are definitely a few great options around town if you can afford it. I was close to pulling the trigger on Highlands Ranch since I would get the DU alum discount - if only that course was more walkable. Wouldn't be worth it having to pay for a cart every time on top of the membership dues.

I played in the Men's Club last season at The Meadows on the West side of town. It's a decent public course. It fits my budget of costing practically nothing to be in the Men's Club.

Is anyone a member of a relatively low cost Men's Club or independent league around town? I'm looking to switch it up this year. I struggle to find good golf buddies due to busy schedules... everyone I know including me has little kids. But I would love to find a good normal group.
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Same here! I play in the Wellshire Mens league and we have a great time out there! Just cannot afford a "real" private type club at this time, but the course is usually in good shape, nice greens, and the Club is extremely fun. Going on my 3rd year so ask me any questions you might have. Our first tourney is April 4th. www. wellshire.com

I played The Dunes a few weeks back and it was looking pretty nice for Feb. 18 holes on a windy yet really nice day. We had a blast. I am hoping the snow out at Arrowhead melts so we can get the St. Patty's Day Scramble in this Sat, and then my usual 4some of golf buddies and I are playing out a Green Valley Ranch on Sun. PUMPED!!!

ajsmith227 · March 11, 2015

Glad to hear the weather is turning around up in Denver. Moving up the 20th and cannot wait!

coloradogolfer632 · March 11, 2015

just played foothills today most was clear but a little bit of water on the fairways.

AndyLL · March 13, 2015

[quote name='pseudoswede' timestamp='1422478506' post='10836435']

Wow. Stopped by Meridian today. They have jacked up their range membership to [b]$850[/b]/yr. with no additional benefits. According to the pro shop employee, they are closing the tee boxes at the opposite end of the range (where range members hit). That means range members will share the same tee boxes as regular members. So the raising of the fee is to limit (by price) the number of range members the club will have.
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They turned it into combination social/range membership. With the limited spots it looks like they felt they had to raise prices and they tried to find some additional benefits.

The worst part is that last year family members were half off and this year they are full price.

I'm likely to do it because I really like the practice facilities but I'm guessing next year I'll move on.

Plum Creek was bought and I'm hoping they'll fix it up and have decent pass options.

pseudoswede · March 16, 2015

It was sunny and almost 50 degrees at A-Basin on Saturday. Awesome skiing day.

Drove down on Sunday, and took my daughters to Lone Tree GC range. It was packed and still hitting off mats.

cphrey · March 16, 2015

GVR looked pretty good for this early in the season yesterday, and WOW what a beautiful day! I got burnt to a crisp and shot an 82 that "should've" been a 78 if I could get up and down. Birdied a couple par 5s, made some good long putts, overall a good start to the official golf season in Colorado. Anybody else get out this past weekend and where did you go?

masamitsu · March 16, 2015

I wish. I had tee time setup for Thurs - Sunday but Wednesday woke up with a sharp pain in my left elbow. Doc said tendonitis - was much better the next day but decided to play it safe. Going out on Wednesday and this weekend. Can't wait.

I did take my 2 1/2 year old to the range yesterday - he had a blast.

cphrey · March 18, 2015

Good job waiting on elbow. I tend to push it when I get minor injuries like that and make it worse. You will thank yourself in a few weeks when the pain is gone. I played through neck issues last year and I am still trying to figure out what is wrong with me. Feeling better for the most part but that pain keeps coming back every so often.

mlesser · March 18, 2015

Wanted to chime in here. If you are looking at a range pass, I would look at the Ridge as they have a pass you purchase and you get discounted tee times. I believe it is 900 dollars or so. It is pricey for just the range, but they will have discounted tee times all year for 35 bucks or so and you make it up in the rack rates.

If you are looking at a yearly pass I would look there as well as it is around 3k and it is one of the nicest courses in the Denver Metro. If someone would pay 3k for Highlands Ranch, then the Ridge is worth 5/6k. Only downside is the men's club is just horrible.

Mica

masamitsu · March 18, 2015

[quote name='cphrey' timestamp='1426692154' post='11166361']
Good job waiting on elbow. I tend to push it when I get minor injuries like that and make it worse. You will thank yourself in a few weeks when the pain is gone. I played through neck issues last year and I am still trying to figure out what is wrong with me. Feeling better for the most part but that pain keeps coming back every so often.
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well see how it goes. going out with the wife for 9 after work today. normal day-to-day stuff is pain free....

coloradogolfer632 · March 18, 2015

[quote name='mlesser' timestamp='1426695625' post='11166739']
Wanted to chime in here. If you are looking at a range pass, I would look at the Ridge as they have a pass you purchase and you get discounted tee times. I believe it is 900 dollars or so. It is pricey for just the range, but they will have discounted tee times all year for 35 bucks or so and you make it up in the rack rates.

If you are looking at a yearly pass I would look there as well as it is around 3k and it is one of the nicest courses in the Denver Metro. If someone would pay 3k for Highlands Ranch, then the Ridge is worth 5/6k. Only downside is the men's club is just horrible.

Mica
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the ridge also has a good twighlight membership.

pleepers303 · March 18, 2015

[quote name='cphrey' timestamp='1426103789' post='11123275']
[quote name='forecast6236' timestamp='1422155210' post='10812647']
Jealous of you guys who can afford a 3K plus annual membership. There are definitely a few great options around town if you can afford it. I was close to pulling the trigger on Highlands Ranch since I would get the DU alum discount - if only that course was more walkable. Wouldn't be worth it having to pay for a cart every time on top of the membership dues.

I played in the Men's Club last season at The Meadows on the West side of town. It's a decent public course. It fits my budget of costing practically nothing to be in the Men's Club.

Is anyone a member of a relatively low cost Men's Club or independent league around town? I'm looking to switch it up this year. I struggle to find good golf buddies due to busy schedules... everyone I know including me has little kids. But I would love to find a good normal group.
[/quote]

Same here! I play in the Wellshire Mens league and we have a great time out there! Just cannot afford a "real" private type club at this time, but the course is usually in good shape, nice greens, and the Club is extremely fun. Going on my 3rd year so ask me any questions you might have. Our first tourney is April 4th. www. wellshire.com

I played The Dunes a few weeks back and it was looking pretty nice for Feb. 18 holes on a windy yet really nice day. We had a blast. I am hoping the snow out at Arrowhead melts so we can get the St. Patty's Day Scramble in this Sat, and then my usual 4some of golf buddies and I are playing out a Green Valley Ranch on Sun. PUMPED!!!
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So how does one get involved in that Wellshire league??? I've heard good things.

pseudoswede · March 18, 2015

[quote name='pleepers303' timestamp='1426722144' post='11169525']
So how does one get involved in that Wellshire league??? I've heard good things.
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Go visit their website?

http://www.wellshire.com/

pleepers303 · March 19, 2015

[quote name='pseudoswede' timestamp='1426729461' post='11170365']
[quote name='pleepers303' timestamp='1426722144' post='11169525']
So how does one get involved in that Wellshire league??? I've heard good things.
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Go visit their website?

[url="http://www.wellshire.com/"]http://www.wellshire.com/[/url]
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And just sign up? I was under the impression you had to know someone and then be placed in a sub group based on your handicap..?

pseudoswede · March 19, 2015

[quote name='pleepers303' timestamp='1426740987' post='11171343']
I was under the impression you had to know someone and then be placed in a sub group based on your handicap..?
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If that were the case, then I don't think they'd let you just sign-up on their website and give them money. This is a men's club on a public golf course, not Bushwood.

forecast6236 · March 19, 2015

[quote name='pleepers303' timestamp='1426740987' post='11171343']
[quote name='pseudoswede' timestamp='1426729461' post='11170365']
[quote name='pleepers303' timestamp='1426722144' post='11169525']
So how does one get involved in that Wellshire league??? I've heard good things.
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Go visit their website?

[url="http://www.wellshire.com/"]http://www.wellshire.com/[/url]
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And just sign up? I was under the impression you had to know someone and then be placed in a sub group based on your handicap..?
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Pretty much... just sign up and show up at the first event. Well, make sure you pay for events before you show up too.

mlesser · March 19, 2015

[quote name='coloradogolfer632' timestamp='1426719490' post='11169269']
[quote name='mlesser' timestamp='1426695625' post='11166739']
Wanted to chime in here. If you are looking at a range pass, I would look at the Ridge as they have a pass you purchase and you get discounted tee times. I believe it is 900 dollars or so. It is pricey for just the range, but they will have discounted tee times all year for 35 bucks or so and you make it up in the rack rates.

If you are looking at a yearly pass I would look there as well as it is around 3k and it is one of the nicest courses in the Denver Metro. If someone would pay 3k for Highlands Ranch, then the Ridge is worth 5/6k. Only downside is the men's club is just horrible.

Mica
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the ridge also has a good twighlight membership.
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That is a solid deal

pleepers303 · March 19, 2015

[quote name='pseudoswede' timestamp='1426773643' post='11172583']
[quote name='pleepers303' timestamp='1426740987' post='11171343']
I was under the impression you had to know someone and then be placed in a sub group based on your handicap..?
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If that were the case, then I don't think they'd let you just sign-up on their website and give them money. This is a men's club on a public golf course, not Bushwood.
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Gotcha...In that case I'll default to:

"[color=#000000]I refuse to join any club that would have me as a member."[/color][color=#000000]
-[url="http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/authors/g/groucho_marx.html"]Groucho Marx[/url][/color][color=#000000]
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pseudoswede · March 26, 2015

The weather and grounds should be nice this upcoming weekend.

Instead, I'm going for one last hurrah up in Summit County.

Have fun!

pseudoswede · March 30, 2015

FRGC has finalized the schedule, and it's posted on their website--except the TBD should be be...
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June 28 Broadlands[/size]
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I expect to play in 8-12 events; just depends on how my kids' gymnastics (spring) and soccer (fall) schedules pan out.[/size]

masamitsu · March 30, 2015

It was beautiful out there this weekend. Yesterday was a bit colder with the wind but still nice. Played 18 on Friday & Saturday and 27 (9 with the wife) yesterday.

av1084 · March 30, 2015

Hey guys,

I've been posting a little in the other Rockies forum but this seems like the place to be!

My wife and I are moving to Denver at the end of June (from FL) and I was just trying to gather some opinions and info about where to live and where to play. In the interest of keeping this short, it looks like we are going to be moving towards the Southeast part of town, maybe the Lowry/Centennial/Parker areas (sorry in advance if that doesn't look too sensible, don't know the geography too well), and was wondering whether or not it would be worth it to join Commonground or GVR.

Reason being is that work is going to keep me busy, but I love spending those after work hours at the range or just playing a few holes here and there. I posted that in the other thread, but if anyone else would like to chime in, that would be much appreciated.

Also, I saw someone is a realtor in here, so that could be of help too.

Thanks in advance everyone, I hope to be teeing it up with a lot of you in the next few months!

masamitsu · April 1, 2015

AV: I help where I can. I live in Parker. Parker has 4 private courses Black Bear, The Pinery, Pradera and Colorado Golf Club with varying membership options. I'm currently a member of Club Corp (Black Bear and Blackstone in Aurora) and so far like it. Both courses are very close and accessible. However, while I like the feel and look of Black Bear their practice area is limited. Black Stone has a better practice facility in my opinion.

GVR is a very nice track. The Colorado Open (I think) is held here annually. It's a bit of a hike from Parker though (~35 mins)

I've never played Common Ground but have heard nothing but good things about it.

pseudoswede · April 1, 2015

[quote name='av1084' timestamp='1427744566' post='11247111']
My wife and I are moving to Denver at the end of June (from FL) and I was just trying to gather some opinions and info about where to live and where to play. In the interest of keeping this short, it looks like we are going to be moving towards the Southeast part of town, maybe the Lowry/Centennial/Parker areas (sorry in advance if that doesn't look too sensible, don't know the geography too well), and was wondering whether or not it would be worth it to join Commonground or GVR.
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If you do move to the Lowry area, then Commonground, Park Hill, and GVR will be your best bets.

If you move to the Centennial/Parker area, then Club Corp would most likely be your best bet. The only other options would be Family Sports (just for the range*) or Lone Tree Golf Club.

* - I am a fan of their 9-hole golf course because it can be played quickly--if there is no one in front of you, which can be very rare.

irvtrain · April 1, 2015

[quote name='masamitsu' timestamp='1427899626' post='11260815']
AV: I help where I can. I live in Parker. Parker has 4 private courses Black Bear, The Pinery, Pradera and Colorado Golf Club with varying membership options. I'm currently a member of Club Corp (Black Bear and Blackstone in Aurora) and so far like it. Both courses are very close and accessible. However, while I like the feel and look of Black Bear their practice area is limited. Black Stone has a better practice facility in my opinion.

GVR is a very nice track. The Colorado Open (I think) is held here annually. It's a bit of a hike from Parker though (~35 mins)

I've never played Common Ground but have heard nothing but good things about it.
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AV: Common Ground is a very good course. It was redesigned by Tom Doak. A lot of the state's top ams play out of there. If you end up in the Lowry/Stapleton area, Common Ground will be your home course. GVR is a little bit of a drive from the areas you mentioned.

Feel free to PM me if you would like. Born and raised here and I'm a Realtor, so I know the Denver area really well.

av1084 · April 1, 2015

Masamitsu, pseudoswede, and Irvtrain: Thanks so much for your kind responses. That helps a lot. Sent each of you 3 a PM.

forecast6236 · April 1, 2015

Just found out I'm moving from Littleton to Parker.

Has anybody played in the Saddlerock/Murphy Creek men's club? I've heard it's a shared men's club and they rotate events. Also does Black Bear have a men's club that isn't part of the annual membership? I'm sure whatever the dues are for annual membership are too much.