Post by bradleystuart on Apr 14, 2017 15:45:31 GMT -5
Ladies and Gentlemen, I give you Carl's Bait Shop!
This private golf course located just outside of Lehtimäki Finland features amazing vistas for both the golfer and spectator alike. Measuring in at 7,525 yards from it's tips, The Bait Shop sets up at closer to 6,800 on an average day. You'll find many switchback paths throughout the complex that lead to both VIP viewing areas and alternate tee boxes. The course also features three small cabins, Carl's and two guest cottages, each with their own private hole for practicing as The Bait Shop has no driving range and only a modest practice green. Speaking of amenities, Carl's course has only a tiny clubhouse for normal daily operation with a larger semi-attached building that is used for events. There are no carts allowed on the course at any time.
As of now there are 18 different versions of Carl's Bait Shop available for play including the spring tournament course that will be hosting the Grand Opening. Here is a breakdown of the different versions you will find:
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CASUAL - Versions available now: 1
The causal versions are for beginners, simulator players or anyone looking for a nice relaxing round. Using a mixture of regular and alternate teeboxes the Casual versions will come in at 6,200 to 6,600 yards with medium firmness and medium/slow greens. The pins are also going to be very accessible here.
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MEMBERS - Versions available now: 2
The meat and potatoes of Carl's Bait Shop, this is how architect Bradley Stuart intended the course to play. Using only the standard tees and featuring medium firmness coupled with medium/fast greens, the Members versions typically play at between 6,700 and 7,000 yards long.
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PRO - Versions available now: 2
The next step up for golfers wanting a challenge on their daily round. Anywhere between 7,000 and 7,300 yards with fast greens that are still receptive to approach shots. Tougher pins than the member's versions while still using just the standard teeing areas.
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ALISTER - Versions available now: 2
Layouts that would hopefully make the great Doctor MacKenzie proud. The Alister versions are a special breed that play both firm and fast while also featuring a great selection alternate teeing areas and hole routings. Each version plays to a par of 70 (6,100 to 6,400 yards) and brings you some of the most unique layouts the course can offer.
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DIABLO - Versions available now: 1
The Devil made Carl do it. The longest non-tournament versions out there. With tough pins and fast greens these Diablo layouts are not for the amateur golfer. Play at your own risk.
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VIP LOOP - Versions available now: 3
These short "loops" are the only versions featuring the three private holes that are not a part of the normal course. Only two or three holes in length, the VIP Loops are a good way to loosen up the muscles before your first round of the day.
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EXECUTIVE - Available Soon!
Shortened nine hole versions for the golfer who's always on the go. The Executive versions will be par 30 to 32 overall and each will feature three or four par 3 holes.
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TOURNAMENT VERSIONS
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SPRING '73 - Pins available 6
The first full tournament version and host of the 2017 Carl's Bait Shop Open! The spring tournament course plays at 7,300 yards with medium firmness and fast greens. Full tournament flair will be found throughout the grounds. The first four setups have clear skies the last two have weather, in fact the 6th setup features rain with softer and slower conditions.
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SUMMER '69 - Available June 2017
Host of the Carl's Bait Shop Summer Invitational. 6,900 yards long with firm and fast settings...summer doesn't last long in Finland.
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FALL '75 - Available August 2017
Just the tips.
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WINTER '65 - Available October 2017
Brace yourselves, Winter is coming!
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Last but not least, some photos from the course....
This private golf course located just outside of Lehtimäki Finland features amazing vistas for both the golfer and spectator alike. Measuring in at 7,525 yards from it's tips, The Bait Shop sets up at closer to 6,800 on an average day. You'll find many switchback paths throughout the complex that lead to both VIP viewing areas and alternate tee boxes. The course also features three small cabins, Carl's and two guest cottages, each with their own private hole for practicing as The Bait Shop has no driving range and only a modest practice green. Speaking of amenities, Carl's course has only a tiny clubhouse for normal daily operation with a larger semi-attached building that is used for events. There are no carts allowed on the course at any time.
As of now there are 18 different versions of Carl's Bait Shop available for play including the spring tournament course that will be hosting the Grand Opening. Here is a breakdown of the different versions you will find:
****************************************
CASUAL - Versions available now: 1
The causal versions are for beginners, simulator players or anyone looking for a nice relaxing round. Using a mixture of regular and alternate teeboxes the Casual versions will come in at 6,200 to 6,600 yards with medium firmness and medium/slow greens. The pins are also going to be very accessible here.
****************************************
MEMBERS - Versions available now: 2
The meat and potatoes of Carl's Bait Shop, this is how architect Bradley Stuart intended the course to play. Using only the standard tees and featuring medium firmness coupled with medium/fast greens, the Members versions typically play at between 6,700 and 7,000 yards long.
****************************************
PRO - Versions available now: 2
The next step up for golfers wanting a challenge on their daily round. Anywhere between 7,000 and 7,300 yards with fast greens that are still receptive to approach shots. Tougher pins than the member's versions while still using just the standard teeing areas.
****************************************
ALISTER - Versions available now: 2
Layouts that would hopefully make the great Doctor MacKenzie proud. The Alister versions are a special breed that play both firm and fast while also featuring a great selection alternate teeing areas and hole routings. Each version plays to a par of 70 (6,100 to 6,400 yards) and brings you some of the most unique layouts the course can offer.
****************************************
DIABLO - Versions available now: 1
The Devil made Carl do it. The longest non-tournament versions out there. With tough pins and fast greens these Diablo layouts are not for the amateur golfer. Play at your own risk.
****************************************
VIP LOOP - Versions available now: 3
These short "loops" are the only versions featuring the three private holes that are not a part of the normal course. Only two or three holes in length, the VIP Loops are a good way to loosen up the muscles before your first round of the day.
****************************************
EXECUTIVE - Available Soon!
Shortened nine hole versions for the golfer who's always on the go. The Executive versions will be par 30 to 32 overall and each will feature three or four par 3 holes.
****************************************
TOURNAMENT VERSIONS
****************************************
SPRING '73 - Pins available 6
The first full tournament version and host of the 2017 Carl's Bait Shop Open! The spring tournament course plays at 7,300 yards with medium firmness and fast greens. Full tournament flair will be found throughout the grounds. The first four setups have clear skies the last two have weather, in fact the 6th setup features rain with softer and slower conditions.
****************************************
SUMMER '69 - Available June 2017
Host of the Carl's Bait Shop Summer Invitational. 6,900 yards long with firm and fast settings...summer doesn't last long in Finland.
****************************************
FALL '75 - Available August 2017
Just the tips.
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WINTER '65 - Available October 2017
Brace yourselves, Winter is coming!
*************** *************** ***************
Last but not least, some photos from the course....