LarryBird

I've never played it at 400 baht.. That can certainly change one's opinion!

Worth a gamble!

Well done.

I've never played it at 400 baht.. That can certainly change one's opinion!

Is it possible? And, if a person did receive a work permit while on a type 'o' visa, would this person still have to do 90 day visa runs?

Played gassan lake city yesterday afternoon. We had the course to ourselves. Walk in rate was 400 baht for green fee, 200 for the caddy fee. Seems like this is the rate for the high season! Now, it's not the most carefully looked after course, but it's still great value at this price. Lots of fun to play, the front nine with very long holes, the back nine much shorter, so a good mix of approach shots. Also a good mix of easy to challenging holes. Magnificent views of the mountains from mid-afternoon on. Caddies were very knowledgeable too.

At this price i have to say it's a great place to spend one's money and golfing time. I love the khun tan course, but lake city is so much nearer town. Highly recommended.

I'm not trying to be confrontational by saying this, but gassan kuhntan is one of the worst courses I've ever played. In terms of maintenance and layout, the place was just horrible. Just one guy's opinion I suppose, but my playing partner felt the same way.

Thailand, what do you think the chances are of two farangs getting in any sort of trouble for: agreeing to play a match, being discrete about it, playing once or twice, and settling their wager like gentlemen?

Exactly, what do you think the chances are?

Agree with OOB again. Some of those social league players are real hacks. Royal league has some ok players, and most play better than bogey golf.

As an aside, is anyone looking for a match, I'd like to play about 1k baht/hole? No handicaps. Str8 up match play. Chiang mai highlands, black tees.

A little advice from a Chiang Mai hack.

Gambling is illegal in Thailand and statements like yours above could affect your visa if you are retired as the illegal earnings would constitute income.I expect instigating gambling could also be a no win situation.

Enjoy your golf.

You sound really intelligent. Harvard, or Yale?

Just in case you didn't pick up on the sarcasm, which I'd BET 5k baht you didn't, I'm not impressed with your response. You must be offended I called the Social League a bunch of hacks. Sorry, but they are. I don't really see a UK single digit handicap enjoying himself with a bunch of guys that can't break 100 as much as he would with

the better golfers in the Royal League.

Now, for those of you who aren't as slow, I'll try to explain why I'm interested in having a wager going... Part of getting better at golf is improving your performance under pressure. A way to do this, is to have a wager with your playing partners. Whatever amount your comfortable with is up to you. For me, 1K baht/hole would offer a nice sting if I lost, and therefore, would keep me focused on each shot. AFAIK, the USGA actually recognizes that small wagers on the course help increase the fun and experience for those playing golf.

Here is a cool link to reseach done by Scientific American : Sci American Link

Also note, that as golf is a skill game, in which players skill level affects the outcome so wagering on it, would not be considered gambling. On the Hooter's Tour, players pony up their entry fees, and that is the purse which they play for. It is a skill game, not gambling.

And yes, I realize I'm only likely to get taken up on this offer by people who are far better than me. I don't care though, I don't think that many people around can average beating me by much more than 6 holes.

I know it's not what you asked for, but the Holiday Inn puts out a really good txgiving feast.

Benjawan Poomsan Becker's stuff is all good. Obviously start with 'Thai for Beginners' and go from there. Her dictionary is good too.

Agree with OOB again. Some of those social league players are real hacks. Royal league has some ok players, and most play better than bogey golf.

As an aside, is anyone looking for a match, I'd like to play about 1k baht/hole? No handicaps. Str8 up match play. Chiang mai highlands, black tees.

You've been given some good advice in this thread. OOB is spot on.

The problem with CM Highlands is that once you get used to it, you won't want to play elsewhere.

If I had to do it all over again, I'd buy a house in Baan Nai Faan 4, and get a 10 year membership. This muu baan is about half way btw town, and the course.

It all depends on your situation. Personally, I could practice or play every day..

Alpine is also a nice course, and a good option and don't let anyone tell you otherwise.. It's just not highlands.. It's closer to town, and it's just as well maintained. Some may like it more, as the fairways are a bit softer, making chipping a tad easier.

Alpine isn't as creative as a layout, and I believe it gets more traffic.

If you can arrange for someone to bring them over if they're flying over and dont' have much luggage, that could be your best bet.

I swung the I15's the other day, they're really nice.