strangi17
Amateur Golfer
Posts: 154
TGCT Name: Ben Strang
Tour: Kinetic
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Post by strangi17 on Aug 4, 2021 5:51:08 GMT -5
I've entered Canuck's signature hole competition, and it's inspired me to kick on and build an old school Scottish links course. I'm 6.5 or 7 holes in, and really pleased with the way it's going so far. In making the signature hole I made a small village, train station, train line, castle, and put together a plot which I thought had the random dune type vibes. And so now that I'm making an actual course, I'm approaching it without manipulating the plot and trying to find the holes amongst the dunes, which is proving great fun. I will admit, I've thrown the kitchen sink at the golfer to start the round. A niggly opening hole with a small uphill green, followed by a longish Alps, and a proper Road hole. Welcome to Glengolly... Opening hole over the castle First green Overview of the road hole The road hole bunker The small but drivable par four fifth green The signature 18th The bunkering on the 18th Plenty to do, including planting of course, but like I say, very pleased with how it's shaping up thus far. And, yes, the bunkers are taking up about half the build time at this point, particularly because I'm on the PS4.
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Post by blueblood1995 on Aug 4, 2021 6:19:59 GMT -5
Now that's a good looking revetted bunker face. Sandy not grassy! Photo 2 looks great but I'm not sure about photo 4 with the revetted front. Looking good!
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irwinm2006
Weekend Golfer
Posts: 118
TGCT Name: Eric Fletcher
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Post by irwinm2006 on Aug 4, 2021 8:46:42 GMT -5
Looking good so far, the bunkers do look pretty cool. I have a links course in the queue that I hope to finish soon after I am done with my CC course, but I took the cowards way out on it and didn't even try pot bunkers or revetted faces. Let me know if you need a beta play-through, be happy to do that!
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reebdoog
TGCT Design Competition Directors
Posts: 2,742
TGCT Name: Brian Jeffords
Tour: CC-Pro
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Post by reebdoog on Aug 4, 2021 15:27:16 GMT -5
If the name is not changed to Glengolly Glenross then I'm out. ;-)
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strangi17
Amateur Golfer
Posts: 154
TGCT Name: Ben Strang
Tour: Kinetic
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Post by strangi17 on Aug 4, 2021 15:27:19 GMT -5
Looking good so far, the bunkers do look pretty cool. I have a links course in the queue that I hope to finish soon after I am done with my CC course, but I took the cowards way out on it and didn't even try pot bunkers or revetted faces. Let me know if you need a beta play-through, be happy to do that! Will take you up on that. Probably a fair way away from having a beta ready but when I do, I'll let you know.
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strangi17
Amateur Golfer
Posts: 154
TGCT Name: Ben Strang
Tour: Kinetic
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Post by strangi17 on Aug 4, 2021 15:33:48 GMT -5
If the name is not changed to Glengolly Glenross then I'm out. ;-) Lol noted.
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strangi17
Amateur Golfer
Posts: 154
TGCT Name: Ben Strang
Tour: Kinetic
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Post by strangi17 on Sept 4, 2021 18:48:08 GMT -5
Have now laid down all 18 holes. There's a strong template influence on the course - some in your face, some more subtle. 11th - Par 5 - Cardinal - Or at least my understanding or take of a cardinal template The 11th green 15th green - Lion's Mouth 16th tee - Valley - It's a subtle valley hole but the wind plays a big part Second shot on the valley hole 17th - Eden This Eden's a bit more in your face than some of the other templates And the front bunker is a nightmare I'm now working on planting, grasses and bushes and stuff, and tidying up the off course buildings. Hope to have it done in the next few weeks, all things going to plan.
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strangi17
Amateur Golfer
Posts: 154
TGCT Name: Ben Strang
Tour: Kinetic
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Post by strangi17 on Sept 27, 2021 5:20:34 GMT -5
Seeking a couple of beta testers if possible?
Course is pretty much ready to go but I'm keen on some final feedback. Let me know if you're keen and I'll message you the course name.
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Cy Langers BSG
Amateur Golfer
Posts: 152
TGCT Name: Si Langley
Tour: Challenge Circuit
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Post by Cy Langers BSG on Sept 27, 2021 8:16:02 GMT -5
Seeking a couple of beta testers if possible? Course is pretty much ready to go but I'm keen on some final feedback. Let me know if you're keen and I'll message you the course name. Hi Ben , happy to do this for you mate.
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Post by paddyjk19 on Sept 27, 2021 9:12:33 GMT -5
Seeking a couple of beta testers if possible? Course is pretty much ready to go but I'm keen on some final feedback. Let me know if you're keen and I'll message you the course name. Happy to test. Are you using wooden steps for the rivetted bunkers? Cheers
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