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Jim Hughes
Smithville
2009-09-12
$36 (cart included), played on Friday, September 2009 at noon
A challenging, but fair layout. Fairways and greens are in excellent condition. Two excellent 18 hole courses on site: Posse and Outlaw (links style setup) plus a four-hole academy course. The Posse and academy courses are easily walkable, but the Outlaw would be enjoyed more with a cart. Get your food and drinks before you leave the clubhouse if you are playing the Outlaw. The concession hut at the half-way mark is not always open and there is not always a drink/snack cart on the course. Picturesque views of Smithville Lake from both 18 hole courses. The pro shop is a consistent award winner for merchandise and service. Instruction and equipment fitting are as good as you can find. Staff very friendly, helpful, and cordial.
Would travel: 30-60 Miles, Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Better than average course for the area, Ranks with the best in this price level, Fair priced based on quality and competitive area pricing
Condition of Course, Layout, Price, Ambiance, No Houses on Course, Pace of Play, Staff, Clubhouse, Pro Shop
$36 (cart included), played on Friday, September 2009 at noon
A challenging, but fair layout. Fairways and greens are in excellent condition. Two excellent 18 hole courses on site: Posse and Outlaw (links style setup) plus a four-hole academy course. The Posse and academy courses are easily walkable, but the Outlaw would be enjoyed more with a cart. Get your food and drinks before you leave the clubhouse if you are playing the Outlaw. The concession hut at the half-way mark is not always open and there is not always a drink/snack cart on the course. Picturesque views of Smithville Lake from both 18 hole courses. The pro shop is a consistent award winner for merchandise and service. Instruction and equipment fitting are as good as you can find. Staff very friendly, helpful, and cordial.