You can live with burnt-out fairways, unkempt bunkers and tee boxes that are more mud than grass, but most golfers will agree that a golf course isn't worth your time if the putting greens are really ...

As an avid golfer and a golf-course owner, Ben Best keeps close track of his stats. He knows his handicap index (6) and his swing speed (105 mph with a driver), and he’s well-acquainted with his ...

People often ask the question, "Should I aerate or not?” The question is most frequently asked by those who play golf, probably because they see the courses aerated at different times of the year.

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Scott Kramer covers golf and luxury technology. Fun fact: As a golf course ages, its greens and bunkers tend to shrink ...