Back in November I responded to the thread “Why do we need bunkers (on most courses)?” by making the comment that “The best bunkers really help define the golf hole and the shots required. This could be a part of appearance or cosmetic but I think an important distinction.”
At which point Sean A and Peter Lavallee ask me a couple of question about what I meant to which I responded “I was really making a much more generic thought. The lines, slopes derived from and color differences (sand and shadows) of a well-placed bunker indicates or defines the shot required. As I was relating this could be included in ones thoughts of being cosmetic, general appearance and even strategy. I think of definition as a part of all the above in a way. The well placed bunker literally helps define the shot required. Much more obvious, and the reverse of, the fairway. Nothing enlightening here. As the question was why we need bunkers - I think golf without bunkers would reduce definition and therefore part of the beauty of playing. Most all the great courses have beautifully placed and designed bunkers that fit the land and speak to shots required. Not much more fun than hitting those shots IMHO.”
But Sean and Peter were not satisfied and Tom Doak started talking about the Road Hole. Now I’ll totally intimidated and frustrated!
I just wasn’t doing very well in my description at all!!! I have been thinking about it and finally took a picture of one of the holes I have been think of in that discussion. I procrastinated a bit and then tried to post the response and the picture. Now the fun was really starting! I am over 60 and not completely computer illiterate but have just not been able to figure out how to add the picture on this posting. I have followed the directions several time to no avail. Well I am trying it again!!! Please see below……………………..Thoughts???
