Thursday, May 3, 2012

Red Feather Preview: Hole #7

As you step onto the tee, the first thing you will notice is the new bunkering. Although the locations haven’t changed much, the size, shape, orientation, and visual impact definitely have.


The orientation of the left fairway bunker has changed completely and fits the hole much better. The bunker sits 190 yards from the blue tee and a shot with 220-yards of carry will have no problem flying it. Be aware, however, that there are only 30 yards of fairway between the bunker and lake. If you find yourself in the right lobe of this bunker, you will discover that hitting the green in regulation becomes quite a challenge.

The far fairway bunker sits 220 yards from the blue tee and is larger and much more visible, providing the conservative (smart) player an excellent aiming point from the tee. A tee shot just short of this bunker will leave you with an excellent shot at the green.

The most noticeable changes on Hole #7 might be on and around the green. We have added 1000 square feet of putting surface to the back of the green which provides us with more cupping space. This allows us to take advantage of the upper left tier of the green that was once too severe to cup. We also have the ability to bury a pin back and right directly behind the new greenside bunker. The water is no longer the only obstacle on your approach shot.




Check back soon for a preview of Hole #9!

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