| Links Corner Course Database ID Number - 1789 |
Release Date |
CRZ Filesize |
Par |
Course Length |
| 2007-08-20 |
77,516,800 bytes |
72 |
6887 yards |
| Type |
Style |
CRZ Filename |
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FICTIONAL |
UNCLASSIFIED |
Scotland's Hidden Gems.crz |
| Course ID |
Course Key |
| 77f6941a1dbf4480b54afb04760c3f51 |
ce9604c3d0aba7c6dc83f5b4d3a4ba10 |
| COURSE NOTES |
LC Comment:
Course name problem fixed
This is an imaginary course made up of Real holes from Scotland's non Open championship courses. it contains Links, Parkland , Tree Lined and Moorland holes . The file also includes a read me file describing the holes in detail and the courses that contain them. A video of the course is also in the file so you can have a quick tour of the course. |
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CLIPNOTES by Ben Bateson (ousgg) |
Description
Real, links compilation course |
Location
Scotland, naturally. |
Conditions
Plays on F*/F*, but something slower would be the realistic option. I suggest
M*/M* |
Concept 6/10
Compilation courses have been in abeyance for a while since the early days of APCD design; the Hidden Gems have brought the
concept back with aplomb in this set of links trademark holes from the unsung public courses of Scotland. The individual holes are
stand-out, of course, but the cohesion between holes is, unsurprisingly, a problem, with styles skipping from village-course to
moorland. Even though you do occasionally get a sense of place, this amalgamation feels just a little lost and lonely. |
Appearance 7/10
While the planting is authentic, well-customised and done to perfection, there's not much else to see on this fairly bland links country,
until you get to the stunning panorama, of course. The water features spoil the course to some extent, as well: there's no distinction
between ocean and lake, and some streams that look like they were made in the early days of the APCD. I can't really get over the
blocky dry-stone wall, as well. It's a shame on a course with some spectacular holes and views. |
Playability 8/10
You'd expect no less that 18 original and impressive holes here, and that is pretty much what you get. Links course designers
frequently have little to work with, and the uses to which the landscaping has been put really are remarkable. Perhaps there is a little
too much reliance on hitting very narrow fairways, but it's also easy to recognise and enjoy some really great holes. |
Challenge 6/10
Don't expect an easy ride at Hidden Gems. The course is full of card-wreckers, and you'll be punished by horrendous deep rough and
hidden burns. Many of these holes have been chosen primarily for their stiff test, not just their good views, and you should expect
scores in the mid-70s. A few, indeed, feel unnecessary penal, which is unexpected in the home of golf. |
Technical 7/10
Stewart Parker has turned out some great creations, but I can't help but feel that this is a flight of fantasy more than a labour of love. While
I can certainly see the point in bringing some of these fantastic golf holes to the general public, the presentation feels somewhat rushed,
as evidenced by some of the visuals and the oversight of bringing some broad atmosphere to the course. |
| Overall |
Worth having for some unique Scottish links holes, as long as you can overlook the
occasional visual disappointment. |
34/50 |
Please remember that Clipnote reviews are the opinion of one person and do not constitute an 'Official' Links Corner review of the course. |
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