Where do golf rakes go on a golf course?
The LPGA used to place the rakes in the bunkers, but now goes along with the PGA Tour. On the other side of the pond, it seems that the most common practice for courses is to place them inside the bunkers. The same is true in Canada. The reasoning is that it makes maintenance easier.
Where should the rake be placed in a bunker?
Some would argue that rakes should be left in, or lobbed into, the centre of a bunker, and if the rake is to be left in the bunker, then clearly there is some merit in this as bunkers tend to be concave so that is the spot to which rolling balls will typically gather, depending on the type and consistency of the sand.
Should you put your rake where they say?
In other words, if your club or course has made this decision, put the rake where they say. (The Sand Trap .com advises against telling players where to put their rake, particularly when they hole out from a bunker to beat you out of $20.) If there is no such policy, then Misc./2 lays out some general guidelines:
Is there a rule on where to place rakes in a wedding?
There is no rule! If there was a rule, at least one couple would still be happily married. There are some guidelines, though, as found in Decisions on the Rules of Golf (fine bedtime reading if there ever was any). Decision Misc./2 stats that “Ultimately, it is a matter for the Committee to decide where it wishes rakes to be placed.”
Where do you put the rake in a sand trap?
“The recommendation is to leave rakes outside of the bunker,” says Pagel. “We always place rakes outside of the bunker and parallel to the line of play for USGA Championships.”
How do you rake a bunker at a golf course?
0:321:59Fore The Golfer: How To Rake A Bunker - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipIf deep depressions are left by your feet or from hitting the golf ball use the smooth side of theMoreIf deep depressions are left by your feet or from hitting the golf ball use the smooth side of the rake to fill them in then flip the rake over and use the other side to smooth the entire area.
What happens if you hit the rake in golf?
The penalties are stiff. Merely carrying the club, and not using it, can cost him up to four strokes in stroke play and the loss of two holes in match play. And if he happens to make a stroke with his sandpapered club, he's disqualified.
Can you take a rake into the bunker?
Locate a bunker rake before you go into a bunker and go ahead and bring it into the bunker with you. There is no penalty if you lay the rake down in the bunker provided you do nothing to test the condition of the bunker. After playing from the bunker, go ahead and use the bunker rake to smooth the sand in the bunker.
What is rake and place golf rule?
0:311:52Rules of Golf - Rake in bunker - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAnd PGA Tour events that's encouraged that they are left outside the overriding principle of that isMoreAnd PGA Tour events that's encouraged that they are left outside the overriding principle of that is that more harm can come to a player when it's left inside than a cut outside.
How often should bunkers be raked?
Bunkers always have been considered more expensive to maintain than turf, although in the old days, raking them three times a week versus mowing rough three times a week shouldn't have cost substantially more. Nowadays, higher bunker standards require daily hand-raking and edging and weekly leaf/clipping blowing.
Where should the golf club be at the end of the follow through?
The ideal position, like I said above, is for the club to be behind the head or shoulders. This is where the club can rest naturally after a powerful, controlled, golf swing. When a follow-through is too low, with the club finishing below the shoulder line, it can indicate several different errors have occurred.
Can you move your ball in golf?
If the player's ball comes to rest and is then moved by natural forces such as wind or water, the player normally must play it from its new spot. If a ball at rest is lifted or moved by anyone or any outside influence before the stroke is made, the ball must be replaced on its original spot.
Why is there a rake in or around the bunker?
"We leave the rake in the middle of the bunker. We rake the bunkers so the ball will finish in the middle of the bunker. By leaving the rake there, it means if the ball does hit it, the player will not have been unfairly impeded.
Can you clean your golf ball on the putting green?
When you lift your ball from the putting green. it may always be cleaned. When you lift your ball from anywhere else it may always be cleaned except when you lift it: To see if it is cut or cracked – cleaning is not allowed.
Is a lost ball a 2 stroke penalty?
Local rule for out of bounds, lost ball If a player hits a ball out of bounds or loses a ball, the general rules still require the player to return to the spot of the previous stroke and take a one-stroke penalty - a standard stroke-and-distance scenario.
When can I clean my golf ball?
When a golf ball is on the putting surface, a golfer is allowed to clean the ball. The golfer must first mark their ball, pick it up off the ground and then clean it before replacing it to hit their next shot. If a golfer doesn't mark their ball before cleaning it, it's a penalty.
Where should rakes be left in a bunker?
Some would argue that rakes should be left in, or lobbed into, the centre of a bunker, and if the rake is to be left in the bunker, then clearly there is some merit in this as bunkers tend to be concave so that is the spot to which rolling balls will typically gather, depending on the type and consistency of the sand.
What is the rule for replacing a ball in a bunker?
When the ball comes to rest on or against a rake in the bunker and the player must proceed under Rule 24-1, it may not be possible to replace the ball on the same spot or find a spot in the bunker which is not nearer the hole — see decision 20-3d/2.
What is the back of the bunker shot?
The ‘back of the bunker’ shot where the rear lip impinges on either backswing or downswing can yield some very interesting and costly results. At least from the grass downslope tee-side of the bunker you can usually advance it vaguely forwards, thus limiting the direct scorecard damage to a single shot.
Can a rake be placed outside a bunker?
It may be argued that there is more likelihood of a ball being deflected into, or kept out of, a bunker if the rake is placed outside the bunker. It could also be argued that if the rake is in the bunker it is most unlikely that the ball will be deflected out of the bunker. However, in practice, players who leave rakes in bunkers frequently leave ...
Should rakes be left outside bunkers?
Therefore, after considering all these aspects, it is recommended that rakes should be left outside bunkers in areas where they are least likely to affect the movement of the ball.
Where should you place the rake after raking a bunker?
I have studiously avoided this subject during my four years of blogging, but have been persuaded to write about it now, following a false assertion that was communicated to me that the R&A recently ruled that bunker rakes must be left within the margin of bunkers.
Q. Should rakes be placed in or outside bunkers?
A. There is not a perfect answer for the position of rakes, but on balance it is felt there is less likelihood of an advantage or disadvantage to the player if rakes are placed outside bunkers.
Grant Peters, course manager, Parkstone (Dorset)
"At Parkstone we leave the head of the bunker rake inside the bunker with the handle resting on the lip. I feel that this saves time on maintenance as the operator doesn’t have to stop and move rakes while cutting around the bunker.
Dave Roberts, course manager, Saddleworth (Lancashire)
"We have our rakes stood up inside the bunker. The reason we do that is there are a lot of hidden bunkers on the course due to its topography and it gives a better indication to the golfers of just where these bunkers are.
Keith Burgon, course manager, Eyemouth (Berwickshire, Scotland)
"We leave the bunker rake in the middle of the bunker, pointing towards the green. That way, there’s less chance of it getting hit by a ball. That’s the same in fairway and greenside bunkers.
Rob Hay, course manager, Northamptonshire County (Northamptonshire)
"Over the years our members have requested a variety of different options, including rakes on stands so the handle is off the ground or the rake standing vertically in a tube, so a ball doesn’t come to rest against it. At the moment, we have the rake in the bunker with the handle sitting on the edge of the walk-in.
THE VERDICT
According to the course managers we spoke to, the ideal location to leave your rake is inside the bunker, as close to the centre as possible, with the rake pointing in a direct line towards the hole.
Where should rakes be left?
Therefore, after considering all these aspects, it is recommended that rakes should be left outside bunkers in areas where they are least likely to affect the movement of the ball. So there you have it: put the rakes outside the bunker unless otherwise instructed by your club or course.
When the ball comes to rest on or against a rake in the bunker, must the player proceed?
When the ball comes to rest on or against a rake in the bunker and the player must proceed under Rule 24-1, it may not be possible to replace the ball on the same spot or find a spot in the bunker which is not nearer the hole. It’s impractical to leave a rake in the middle of the bunker – you’d have to throw it into the bunker after raking your ...
Can a bunker rake affect a player's ball?
We hear it’s even been the cause of at least one divorce! What do the rules say about bunker rakes – they sure are a mystery. Let’s get an answer. In either position – in or out – the bunker can affect a player’s ball. Outside it could knock a ball into a bunker (or prevent it from falling into one), and inside it could keep a ball in a bunker ...
Can you leave a rake in the middle of a bunker?
It’s impractical to leave a rake in the middle of the bunker – you’d have to throw it into the bunker after raking your footsteps on your way out, and by throwing the rake you’d undo much of the work you just did in smoothing the bunker.
Can you keep a golf ball in a bunker?
Outside it could knock a ball into a bunker (or prevent it from falling into one), and inside it could keep a ball in a bunker or bury under the rake. So, what’s the rule? There is no rule! If there was a rule, at least one couple would still be happily married. There are some guidelines, though, as found in Decisions on the Rules of Golf ...
Is there a perfect answer for the position of rakes, but on balance it is felt there is
If there is no such policy, then Misc./2 lays out some general guidelines: There is not a perfect answer for the position of rakes, but on balance it is felt there is less likelihood of an advantage or disadvantage to the player if rakes are placed outside of bunkers. A rake placed outside of a bunker may cause a ball to deflect into the bunker, ...
Is there a likelihood of a ball being deflected into or kept out of a bunker
Decision Misc./2 continues: It may be argued that there is more likelihood of a ball being deflected into or kept out of a bunker if the rake is placed outside the bunker. It could also be argued that if the rake is in the bunker it is most unlikely that the ball will be deflected out of the bunker.
