What Makes A Great Golf Course?

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Some people believe a golf course comprises of nothing more than a large green field or lawn. Although it may accept this visual aspect from a distance, a great golf course represents more than that. The mode the land is arrayed is really important to someone awaiting to purchase land to build a golf course. Whenever they select an extensive flat part of land, they will have a lot of hard work and expense in front of them whenever they want a golf course that golf players will prefer to keep getting back to.

While hills could be something that golfers dire on the course from a game, they're also significant for the course to attend to do the game more provocative. A few hills will influence absolutely. If on that point were just one hill, a few of the more skilled golfers would get it mastered very fast. Trees, those exacerbating trees, as well bring a good golf. It takes an actually good golf player to be capable to snap around the trees! There ought be a good area for the fairway, a set aside area for the rough and some traps. A few golfers hate traps and arrogate they could get along without them, simply they add to the game.

The golf hole along the course involve to be everywhere the place and not just in a flat row. If every hole were the similar distance and direction, the golfers would go bored rapidly. Even while some golfers quetch some certain courses being real hard to get over, these are the precise golf courses they would like to keep coming back to improve their game. These are the cases of disputes that bring in the golfing fun. Whenever playing golf Is not stimulating, where's the play?

The sort of grass that's used is of import, as well. Bent-grass green work the finest because the balls are as probably to reel off the green as with some other sort of grass. Right care of a golf course is really important in continuing it course golf player's will delight. Keeping stones and rocks away the course not just helps the visual aspect but as well will make it improve for playing. Numerous golf courses have groundkeepers only for preserving the course. Talking of care, the tracks for the golfcarts need to be maintained in good shape also. When the golfers are driving the golfcarts, they should get as smooth a ride as realizable.

The best experience for a golfer is playing without having to face difficulties related to the golf course itself. The golfer needs to be able to concentrate on is game and skills rather then avoiding unpleasant surprise due to a poorly maintained golf course. Bad lawn, spots of dead water or tree debris in the fairway are just example of what could be unpleasant.

Most considerable is the customer service the golf course proprietor and crowd show to the clients. This is the major thing that will maintain the golfers pleased and eager to come back.

John Gregory is the owner of http://www.findagolfcourse.info . A great golf portal about golf courses located in the USA. Find informations about Las Vegas golf courses and other popular golf courses in America.

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Swiss Slow Down Extreme Skiers

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by Paul la Vella-7925

Recent reports in the UK press on Swiss plans to enforce speed limits on ski slopes are inaccurate. Yes, they're planning a voluntary program to get skiers to slow down. No, they will not perform clandestine operations to trap speeders and fine them. That means no radar, police, cameras or fines.

The government-controlled Swiss Accident Insurance (SUVA) wants skiers to take responsibility for their actions. They prefer self-control to be the order of the day on the slopes. They also prefer that common sense need not be legislated. Their initiative's aim is to educate skiers on the dangers of excessive speed on crowded slopes.

Winter ski vacations are increasingly popular in this land of natural, unadorned beauty. This rise in ski holiday tourism presents a continuing problem though. Resorts with no room for expansion find themselves with more skiers trying to manoeuver down their slopes. Limited space with more speeding skiers equals increased accidents.

Suva's "Check the Risk" program is an innovative remedy to this concern. As a provider of compulsory coverage, they see the need to prevent injuries and fatalities. Along with the human cost are the financial cost and the reputation of Switzerland as a safe skiing destination.

Their campaign involves their employees situating themselves on a marked ski or snowboard run. As skiers and snowboarders approach the area, they ask them if they want their speed clocked. They can perform an emergency stop procedure when they reach the bottom of their run if they want. The voluntary participants then try to guess their speed. A measurement of their stopping distance results from the whole scenario as well.

This program gives skiers and snowboarders an indication of how speed is deceiving. Many skiers go with the flow, not realizing the risk injury to themselves and others when they push the limit. The whole program is about awareness and keeping skiing exhilarating and accident-free.

Switzerland's ski resorts accommodate skiers of all levels. It's an industry vital to the nation's economy. Every year winter sports enthusiasts from all over the world descend on this country because of the wide array of slopes to choose from. The British skier especially likes the Swiss ski holiday facilities, and are catered for by specialist ski companies like Thomson Ski

Two popular regions are the Davos and Zermatt resort areas. Davos contains five ski regions: Jakobshorn, Parsenn, Pischa, Madrisa and Rinerhorn.

Jakobshorn, known for hosting many international events, offers quaint ski huts for skiers. Parsenn, the largest of the five regions in Davos offers the longest downhill ski run. At 12 kilometers long, it lures many thrill seekers its way.

Pischa and Rinerhorn are splendid areas for family skiing. Klosters, linked to the Davos network, shares the Parsenn ski field with Davos, and Madrisa is its own specific area. Klosters, well known as a destination of Prince Charles and his sons on their yearly ski vacations is breathtaking. It sits at 1200 meters above sea level and offers a panoramic view of the surrounding area.

Zermatt, towered over majestically by the Matterhorn, is vacation central for skiers and climbers alike. It boasts the Klein Matterhorn, the highest ski lift in Europe. This area has nine of the 10 highest mountains in Europe and the longest winter skiing season. All of this in what is still a mountain village that's car-free and great for walking around.

The ski area - the Matterhorn Ski Paradise has 313 kilometers of marked pistes or runs. They run the gauntlet from easy, intermediate, to steep, as well as "free ride" or unprepared. You can enjoy the alpine view of the glacier fields on a Zermatt area vacation as an added bonus, another reason for skiers to slow down.

A reasoned approach to this wonderful winter sport ensures a safe, exciting experience. With all the benefits a ski vacation in this country has to offer, common sense dictates slowing down just a touch.

Information about skiing in Switzerland and other countries is available at yourandorra.com with ski Andorra companies already looking to the 2009 season. Details include a map, Andorra weather forecast and an Andorra snow report

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How To Run Your Best Marathon

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by Michael Stapenhurst

After all the training, marathon day is finally here! You look out the window to see what the weather looks like, and check the local temperature. Will you meet your marathon goal? Or will you be struggling into the finish…?

A well thought-out race strategy will help you run the best marathon you can. There are many things that can affect you during this long event. If you have thought about them previously then you will be make the right adjustments during the run and complete a successful marathon.

The main factors that will affect your performance during the race are:

* Your marathon goal
* Your pacing
* Your conditioning and fitness level
* The weather
* The marathon course

Your marathon goal
An over-optimistic target time and race pace is the primary cause of marathoners running into problems such as leg cramps, hitting the wall and running out of energy well before the end of the race.

One of the most important things you can do at the start of the race is take into account the main factors that can affect your performance and modify your target time if necessary. For example if the weather is extreme, especially too hot, you would do well to add 10 – 15 minutes to your goal. I usually add 30 seconds to my pace, which equates to 13 minutes extra.

This is a hard choice to make after all your training, but it's better to be realistic up front than to 'crash' at the 18 mile mark and limp into the finish line.

Your Pacing
It's usually better to start out at a slower pace than your intended race pace. Don't expect to run the complete race at exactly the same pace – it just doesn't happen that way.
"But if I go slower at the beginning" you say, "I'll never meet my goal". Wrong! The common belief that you will slow down in the second half is only true because you went out too fast in the first half!

So, if it's a warm day, or a challenging course, take those first few miles easy (30 seconds to one minute slower than your "intended" pace), and see how things work out.
If the weather is hot, you definitely need to go slower for the first few miles. Your body will adjust to the conditions, and you will be able to gradually pick up the pace.

Your conditioning and fitness level
If you haven't done enough training then you are probably going to have a tough time, unless you take it really easy. On the other hand if you have done too much hard training you could also get tired long before mile 26. This is difficult to judge at the start of a race, but you should look back over your training anyway. Did you run a 20 miler less than three weeks prior to the marathon for example?

Have you caught a cold recently? I normally monitor my pulse rate on a regular basis during training. If this is elevated on race day, it's a sign that your body might be fighting an infection. Remember if you are not feeling 100% fit, you should modify your target finish time.

The weather
The weather can have a huge impact on your race. It is most important that you start out slower to compensate for adverse weather until you are used to the conditions. Then you can gradually pick up the pace. If you are running into a headwind, you will be using more energy than normal, and will tire too soon if you keep pushing the pace early on.

The Marathon Course
It helps a lot if you are familiar with the marathon course, either because you have run it before or you have driven it. Many marathons boast of a 'flat' course but when you're at mile 18 even a slight incline can feel like a mountain if you are struggling. If the course is known for having some challenging spots like Heartbreak Hill at Boston, my advice is to ease up before you get there so you have some energy in reserve.

Conclusion
There is a lot more to running the marathon than just completing the 26 miles. This is a long endurance event that can wear down even the best-trained athletes. If you follow the pointers above, you'll increase your chances of finishing the race without too much difficulty.

Mike is a fitness enthusiast, runner and walker. To learn more about running the marathon, download a copy of his Free report 'Marathon Race Strategies' Mike is also the developer of customized training logbooks. To get your own personalized Running Log, visit Mike's web page Custom Running Logs. His website about marathon information and training can be found at: 26.2 - The Marathon Website.

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Madrid Masters: The Favorites

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by Julie Smith

There are only two ATP Master Series remaining to determinate the absolute winner. Madrid and France will be the two scenarios to gather the tennis stars. The 2007 season has been a breathtaking year and the Madrid Masters as part of it; promises to offer a great show for Tennis Lovers.

The 21-years-old Rafa Nadal is one of the favorites to win this tournament since he had a great early season and he is aiming to recapture the glory, he also has the advantage of playing at home where he obtained the title two years ago. However, the task ahead will not be easy, as in order to get the title the Spaniard will face the defending champion and world number one Roger Federer who has achieved five Wimbledon titles.

While Nadal is coming back from a rest after suffering a knee injury, the Swiss Federer has been in a great form this year. Actually, his last appearance in the hard surfaces was when winning his third grand slam of the year and 12th of his career at the U.S. Open last month.

Third seed Novak Djokovic winner of the Canada Masters in July is also a strong contender; he reached the quarter finals last year in Madrid. As well as Nadal and Federer, the Serbian has already assured his place in Shangai.

But things are very equal and the favorites are taking nothing for granted. The list of favorites includes others figures like: Davydenko, Andy Murray and France number one ranked Gasquet.

Julie Smith is one of the most recognized copy writers on Sports Betting and currently writes for Instant Action Sports. Feel free to reprint this article in its entirety on your site, make sure to leave all links in place and do not modify any of the content.

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Mallorca Golf Holidays 2008

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by John Palma-7925

If you're thinking about taking a 2008 golf vacation then Mallorca could be the perfect place to head for a round or two of golf in the sun.

A great night life, year round sunshine and great shopping aside, Mallorca has made a name for itself in the tourism industry as a paradise for golf enthusiasts - so what is it about Mallorca that makes it the perfect golf holiday?

Alcudia, Mallorca is home to Pula, one of the world's finest golf resorts and first class for Mallorca holidays - founded in 1995, Pula has become an internationally acclaimed golf course.

Thanks to a world-class upgrade which began in 2005, Pula is now ranked number one in Alcudia out of 14 golf courses, boasting the longest and most demanding links and a par 70. Nestled at the foot of a majestic mountain range, golfers of all skill levels will get a thrill out of playing the scenic course at Pula. Pula also features a stunning driving range and two putting greens for golfers who want to fine tune their skills at one of the world's most astounding golf courses.

The upgrades that were made in 2005 were undertaken in part to bring Pula up to professional golf standards and now Pula has been put on the map for one more reason - the Mallorca Classic. The last of the European PGA tour stops on the circuit before the Volvo Masters, and the Mallorca Classic draws the best PGA players from Europe every October. In fact, the Mallorca Classic at Pula is the last chance for PGA players to make the top 115 on the Order of Merit and hold onto their spot for the next season's tour.

Last year's Mallorca classic wrapped up in October and those who were lucky enough to get a ticket were able to see Gregory Bourdy of France win his first Mallorca Classic title. It appeared as though Robert-Jan Derksen of the Netherlands would edge Bourdy out in the last few rounds. Perhaps the fact that play was suspended for several days in a row due to uncharacteristically inclement weather threw Derksen's game off. Bourdy managed to slip ahead for a 3-under par win, becoming the 18th first time winner on the tour and setting a new record for the European PGA for the most maiden tournament winners in a single season.

Bourdy's maiden win at the Mallorca Classic last October only served to boost the image of Pula even more. Golfers from Europe and elsewhere can count themselves in an elitist class when they make a round at Pula a part of their vacation itinerary. While in Mallorca, tourists would also do well to take in as many of the other thirteen local golf resorts as they can too. Although many of them have not had the exposure of Pula, they are still well worth including during a Mallorca golf holiday.

Golf aside, there are many other reasons to visit Mallorca. Mallorca is rich with cultural heritage, rife with top-notch night clubs and restaurants and has plenty of family-oriented destinations for those who are travelling with children.

YourMajorca.net is a guide for Mallorca - also known as Majorca - travel and includes a map of Majorca Mallorca (or Majorca) is well known for her villa holidays, and the guide includes villa companies who offer Majorca holiday villa information.

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Card Counting in Blackjack

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by Andy Fullard

Blackjack is a game that is geared to the house or dealer in a variety of ways. A player must go first and if they go bust their stake goes to the dealer even if he or she subsequently goes bust. Players have always tried to find a way to beat the system and card counting in blackjack is one of the most common strategies used.

Card counting is a system or strategy used mostly in blackjack games, it takes a lot of practice to do however it can be used in other card games. The principal of card counting has been around since live blackjack started, and as soon as the game moved online as soon so did the card counters. Card counters try to memorise the cards that have come out so they can lower the casino edge by having a good clue which card will come out next, hoping to eventually memorise the order of each card in the deck. For example knowing if all of the high cards already been dealt out would logically lead you to believe the remaining cards are of lower values.

Card counting was often easier during an online game as no one was watching you as long as you are quick to memorize the card or write it down - games give a limited amount of time to respond with hit or hold. Many have used this to their advantage and learned online before taking their skills into real casinos.

This is a risky strategy to use in a land based casino as unlike virtual casinos staff will be on the look out for card counters and though not illegal the casinos owners may ask you to leave.

So how has the latest gambling craze live webcam games responded to prevent players counting cards. Common methods include using multiple packs of cards, splitting the deck into 2 and shuffling them far sooner than it would happen during a game in a real casino. Casinos can often deliberately hide the remaining decks to put off card counters.

It must be noted that card counting takes effort but is it rarely worth it; firstly you have to have a fantastic memory, and statistically it gives a 1% advantage to an experienced player under the best circumstances. Yet this is still not enough or only just enough to cancel out the house advantage in most cases.

The author of this article plays poker. Visit this live card games website. Remember to keep the hyperlinks working if you publish this article.

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Does the Dreamer Design Stroller Line have Quality Issues?

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by Kerry J

The Dreamer Design stroller is not a well-known brand. The brand was originally owned by an American manufacturer but was sold to a Chinese company in 1996. Although there have been questions about quality in the past, Dreamer Design strollers have improved in quality over the years. Even though you don't see many Dreamer Design strollers on the street, there are still many satisfied owners who are pleased with their purchase.

The whole idea behind the Dreamer Design stroller is more for less. The original manufacturers used to work for Baby Jogger and wanted to design a stroller with more bells and whistles than the average stroller. So the Dreamer Design models have many different features packed into one stroller.

Dreamer Design's key selling feature is their 'bubble canopies'. These canopies are large, independently retractable, and provide complete coverage when fully extended. These canopies are probably the best on the market. Every Dreamer Design stroller purchase includes a free weather shield for running in rainy weather. There is also very generous storage on most models with mesh and zippered pockets underneath the handlebar and inside the cabin. Also, for the fashion conscious, the 2007 line of strollers have very unusual color schemes and are quite flashy. Finally, many models come with a whopping 20-year warranty on the frame, while others have 5 years.

You will hear a variety of complaints about many Dreamer Design models. Generally, the Dreamer Design strollers are designed to be roomy but when it comes to their double strollers, this creates a large frame that is hard to get through standard doorways. There is also an issue with the harness straps being fully adjustable for larger toddlers. If you have a large child, they are likely to outgrow the harness straps before they outgrow the stroller.

The 'Manhattan' is the swivel wheel model meant for suburban use. It comes in a straight and deluxe version. The deluxe version has the usual upgrades: aluminium wheels, a higher weight capacity, and greater variety of colors. The Manhattan line competes with the Bob Revolution, Baby Jogger City Series, Phil and Ted Sport, and the Mountain Buggy Urban series. At about $320, it is less expensive than almost all of the top line names.

Dreamer Design strollers offer many features at a discounted price. You are giving up some quality and durability, but the models improve year after year. If you don't anticipate heavy use, you may consider a Dreamer Design stroller.

Kerry is a mother of three and a runner. She writes jogging stroller related articles to various websites. Visit us for pictures and specs of the Dreamer Design Stroller Line

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