September 4, 2008
GOLF & MONEY
In this special section, Golf Digest seeks out the best tips to help you get the most out of golf without breaking the bank. Though economic news is grim, Golf Digest readers remain committed to their favorite sport. In fact, according to a survey on GolfDigest.com, only 6% would go a year without golf while 19% would give up cable TV and 34% would forego dining out for 12 months.
IS THIS THE TIME TO JOIN A PRIVATE CLUB? (page 118)
While private play isn’t for everyone, those looking to make the jump from the public links may have found a once–in–a–lifetime opportunity: according to a recent study, 88% of private clubs have no waiting list and 30% list their initiation price at $7,500 or less. Additionally, because the supply of courses is greatly outweighing the demand, an increasing number of high–end establishments are creating attractive deals to help lure new members.
HOW TO JOIN A PRIVATE CLUB (page 134)
To help you understand the nuts and bolts of joining a club, we asked more than 200 private–club members across the country what they wish they had known before signing up. Equip yourself with this information and you’ll be ready to wheel and deal.
THE BEST DEALS IN GOLF (page 148)
Who doesn’t like a bargain? From playing golf in Hawaii for $10 to paying $1 for Pete Dye to design your course (yes, one dollar! Pete tells Golf Digest, “If there’s a chance to build a good course that will be exposed to a lot of people, that’s enough for me”), our editors pick the best deals to help you get the most golf bang for your buck.
THE FEEL OF A GOOD SHOT (page 104)
Perhaps no one in the history of the game possessed a combination of power and finesse like Arnold Palmer. In this month’s issue, The King describes his preferred grips and explains why touch is the most important element of the swing.
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