tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post113866824033939030..comments2024-03-18T18:03:15.023-07:00Comments on Playing the Top 100 Golf Courses in The World: Cypress Point Golf ClubTop 100 Golferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16730165824981497579noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-64259755712323408702018-10-06T16:45:48.591-07:002018-10-06T16:45:48.591-07:00First time I played Cypress we had 3 pars and one ...First time I played Cypress we had 3 pars and one birde! and the golfer who birdied it also birdied the 15th!!! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-15156628799496957612017-10-02T15:14:22.428-07:002017-10-02T15:14:22.428-07:0075 are not local more like 15 local in the PB/Mont...75 are not local more like 15 local in the PB/Monterrey area. Maybe 75 if you include SF. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-46662066998299698542017-03-31T07:38:18.911-07:002017-03-31T07:38:18.911-07:00Anthony - you need to find a member to host you. v...Anthony - you need to find a member to host you. very difficult given the small membershipTop 100 Golferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16730165824981497579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-14380769856495839642017-03-30T14:57:19.078-07:002017-03-30T14:57:19.078-07:00How does one play this course? Heard it was really...How does one play this course? Heard it was really tough to get on. I Have a professional athlete that is very interesting in taking his buddies here. Is this possible?Anthony M.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-846310356420602402016-11-13T15:42:53.045-08:002016-11-13T15:42:53.045-08:00I've played twice at CP and enjoyed both round...I've played twice at CP and enjoyed both rounds.<br />I'd say it is overrated though,PB is a much better course and Shinnecock and Bethpage Black are better than either IMHO.<br />I play at Leven Links in Scotland which is a traditional links course and have played all the Open courses here.I would have Muirfield and Carnoustie (in no particular order)up with SH and BB and wouldn't give the Old Course the time of day.Troon and Turnberry are somewhere in between.<br />Exclusivity seems to be much valued when it comes to rating courses in the States and that goes against the grain of the way I was brought up in golf,frankly,it's the actual course that is important (again IMHO)and just because it happens to be set on "pretty" piece of real estate shouldn't blind one to it's merits or otherwise.<br />That said,we were made welcome there and I won't turn down the next invitation I get.<br />Just some personal perspective.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07960028525190387438noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-89611716129426031622015-11-28T09:46:20.048-08:002015-11-28T09:46:20.048-08:00I marvel at this masterpiece. No place on earth is...I marvel at this masterpiece. No place on earth is more spectacular than Cypress Point. Have played Spyglass and while playing 3 and on 4 tee, I can't keep my eyes off Cypress in the distance, looking up 17 mile drive towards the clubhouse and the 14th fairway. It just looks magical. Wrote a nice letter to the head pro of cypress a ways back asking for a round but got no luck. If anyone has connections to these hallowed grounds and wouldn't mind playing with a young passionate 6 handicap golfer please email me at rkagkoehler@gmail.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-91749452629337162072015-09-21T19:13:19.703-07:002015-09-21T19:13:19.703-07:00I have played Cypress PT. over 20 times, loved eve...I have played Cypress PT. over 20 times, loved every round! If I had to play one track for the rest of my life it would not be CPC it would be the Valley Club!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-61451153152142355832013-06-05T07:59:24.123-07:002013-06-05T07:59:24.123-07:00I was fortunate to have played Cypress yesterday. ...I was fortunate to have played Cypress yesterday. No doubt it lives up to its advertised reputation...the experience was absolutely phenomenal. I particularly loved #9 (made par with the pin tucked all the way back). Up next, SF Golf Club. Good luck to those who want to play there.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00278658261022885180noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-15975876323393342682013-02-27T19:41:29.562-08:002013-02-27T19:41:29.562-08:00One thing that always come to mind when reading ab...One thing that always come to mind when reading about people playing golf on great courses is how many completely miss the intention of the architect. First, all of these classic tracks are PERSIMMON tracks. They were not designed to be played with titanium frying pan drivers or plastic golf balls. If you play them with modern gear, you are completely missing the experience assuming you are a decent player. Also, if you are using yardages, you are missing the architectural design features set forth to challenge you. Pro driving length for 70 years was about 250 off the tee. Don't kid yourself. Respect these great tracks and play them correctly for a more honest and enjoyable experience.John Ericksonhttp://advancedballstriking.com/forumnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-59638218592263498862012-03-22T01:47:33.135-07:002012-03-22T01:47:33.135-07:00I have only played Cypress once. Beautiful settin...I have only played Cypress once. Beautiful setting. The shot values do not compare to those at Pine Valley in my opinion although I think one has to be a better player to appreciate Pine Valley. A non-golfer can appreciate Cypress Point.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-19774982568541496502011-08-30T16:23:05.490-07:002011-08-30T16:23:05.490-07:00I had the unforgettable pleasure of playing Cypres...I had the unforgettable pleasure of playing Cypress Point on an overcast & mild, slightly breezy August day! <br /><br />Walking with my 3 brothers-in-law after parring the 16th hole, I was a bit saddened by the realization that a genuinely unforgettable experience was nearing its end. <br /><br />I have known the joy of playing several renowned golf courses in the US and Europe, yet I am unable to say exactly what makes Cypress Point so mystical. Perhaps it's the wise & attentive caddies (thanks Vince), affable pro shop staff, quiet elegance of the course, and eye-popping vistas at every turn that combine to make it a truly great experience. I only hope I have the privilege of playing it again.huntgroup1noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-89779572730471525952011-08-11T14:25:34.954-07:002011-08-11T14:25:34.954-07:00I am a huge fan of Dr. MacKenzie. Having played Ro...I am a huge fan of Dr. MacKenzie. Having played Royal Melbourne and Pasatiempo (both in my top five), I can only dream of having the opportunity to play Cypress Point Club. If anyone knows of a member at Cypress who wouldn't mind sponsoring and playing with a young, avid, 3 handicap golfer, please e-mail me at daniel.treadaway@gmail.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-34714358070435023442010-11-21T18:58:03.132-08:002010-11-21T18:58:03.132-08:00wow looks amazing my father's friend is a memb...wow looks amazing my father's friend is a member here and he got to play without me and he doesnt even like golf! got to get him to take me one day looks just incredible!!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02887541422875694652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-50874877949449449102010-06-09T22:36:35.692-07:002010-06-09T22:36:35.692-07:00nice spot . i love this placenice spot . i love this placeamiboyzhttp://pusatstudi.gunadarma.ac.idnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-30677071314083709292010-03-30T10:16:38.071-07:002010-03-30T10:16:38.071-07:00FINALLY! Got to play Cypress Point Club. Nirvana ...FINALLY! Got to play Cypress Point Club. Nirvana is the word that I will use to describe it. Better experience than Pine Valley in my opinion. The only remotely close experience is Fisher's Island, albeit Mr. Top 100 would strongly oppose my opinion on that one, however, we will not rehash our differences re. this topic. <br /><br />Played in 68 degree sunshine, with a one club wind. Took in the whole course from the tips. Dr. MacKenzie routing and bunkering unsurpassed. The dunes are so naturally astonishing, it almost is like they compete with stunning Pacific Ocean vistas for top of the class.<br /><br />I truly think there are 17 great holes, and some of them are so superior they rank amongst the best in the world. I have one thing to say about 18......F'ing weird. Number nine I believe to be the best short par four in the world.......and this is coming from a Riviera guy (see hole no. 10) and one who loves 17 at Oakmont, etc., etc., etc. My caddy strongly advised a 6 or 7 iron off the tee but of course I did not come to "lay up" so like a fool I blasted driver at the green. Hit it about 7 yds off line and left.........DEAD. made a 12 ft. putt to save my double. The dune wall is so ridiculous and difficult and the green is about six paces wide and as steep as no. 16 at Pasatiempo. What a green complex with the other dune towering above the right side of the green. BEST SHORT PAR 4 IN THE WORLD friends.<br /><br />I will not dwell on 15 and 16, except for agreeing with the hoards who know that the walk from 14 green to 15 tee is the most special short trek on those hallowed grounds. Nothing else comes close to rising out of the cypress trees above the 14th green and opening up your eyes to the most naturally beautiful setting in all of golf.<br /><br />I think that 14 and 17 are two of the best par fours in the galaxy. Shot values, asthetics, etc. are unsurpassed. How amazing are the strategic values off the 17th tee? The tree could not be more perfectly placed by the hands of God himself on that hole. <br /><br />The locker room is so small and understated that the term "pure" comes to mind. Only Fishers can compare with CPC's locker room for it's spartan like being. About a dozen half lockers that members triple up on with hand written names that are hardly legible is the only source of identification of the members. <br /><br />The hole-in-one plaque for number 16 is astonishing. There have been 21 aces to date on the world's most famous golf hole. Amazingly, only three were carded before about 1985 and 18 since. Gee, do you think equipment has something to do with that? Of course Bing Crosby had the third one. <br /><br />To the dude who got to stay and overnight for the weekend - I envy you, as what could be better than being upstairs in that clubhouse with the four rooms that I would argue are the best "hotel" rooms in the world? <br /><br />They say Eric Clapton is God. I say Dr. Alister Mackenzie is God, and CPC is the Garden of Eden.MacBoubehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02390537064301886763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-56100762924747673452010-03-29T16:51:56.701-07:002010-03-29T16:51:56.701-07:00Cypress was so great - getting to stay there (we w...Cypress was so great - getting to stay there (we were the ONLY overnight guests) and dine there for multiple meals was an added priceless bonus. We played three rounds over two days. It certainly is right there with my Augusta National experience (where I also have gotten to stay overnight), FAR apart from everything else.<br /><br />We also enjoyed Pebble Beach but due to its commercialization and business, it was just way different. Glad to have played it once but have now "been there, done that" (particularly for $600+, including caddie fee).<br /><br />Spyglass was a great course too, but I don't have dreams of playing it again.<br /><br />I want to go back to the general area and play Olympic, San Fran Golf Club, Pasatiempo, and MPCC (and of course Cypress Point if my invitation was ever re-extended)<br /><br />PS: we did take caddies everywhere, and I highly recommend doing so. Just adds so much more to the experience, IMO.hrhnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-84631418242652259072010-03-08T17:46:01.154-08:002010-03-08T17:46:01.154-08:00Congrats on getting on Cypress, you will enjoy it,...Congrats on getting on Cypress, you will enjoy it, best course in the world. I would take caddies at Pebble but not Sypglass. Enjoy.Top 100 Golferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16730165824981497579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-56523387075349818282010-03-08T17:35:56.510-08:002010-03-08T17:35:56.510-08:00headed out from N.C. to play Cypress, Pebble Beach...headed out from N.C. to play Cypress, Pebble Beach, and Spyglass Hill next week. Any suggestions on restaurants in Carmel? I've been told to have a drink at the Lodge at PB but that the food there isn't anything special.<br /><br />and should we take caddies at PB and SH? Usually they really enhance the experience.hrhnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-45525725435799933322010-02-11T12:43:02.524-08:002010-02-11T12:43:02.524-08:00I just discovered your blog when on my way to play...I just discovered your blog when on my way to play Seminole. You might be my hero! did you play Pasatiempo when in rota in CA?Deep forknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-89914009655092531882010-01-30T21:03:26.190-08:002010-01-30T21:03:26.190-08:00Am scheduled to make my first golf trip to Montere...Am scheduled to make my first golf trip to Monterey area in March. Playing Cypress, Monterey Peninsula CC, Spyglass Hill, and Pebble Beach. Have played Mayacama when out in wine country a couple of years ago (and really liked it).<br /><br />Wanted to get Olympic (Lake) too, but they are punching the course before I get there, so will wait until next trip out. Also, Pasatiempo was on our list but they are aerating there in early March. And would love to play San Fran GC but don't have an access person for that.<br /><br />Very excited about the Monterey trip... and I enjoy reading your write ups on the courses we will playAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-13608507767861551922009-08-11T09:32:14.984-07:002009-08-11T09:32:14.984-07:00Cypress is my favorite course in the US, just ahea...Cypress is my favorite course in the US, just ahead of Shinnecock and National. Particularly becuse I par'd 16 in a 40MPH wind (got there with 3wood rifle shot under the wind). SO windy that on 17, you couldn't tee up the ball without wind blowing ball off tee... I agree with Bobby Jones that Pebble is a harder course, but that Cypress is way more fun. I look forward to playing there again on my next trip out west.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-60911967302287156502009-07-04T07:04:32.864-07:002009-07-04T07:04:32.864-07:00Top 100, good for you. I'm a 20 year old colle...Top 100, good for you. I'm a 20 year old college student, and the recent reading of your blog has lead me to fail at least 3 tests this summer. After I read I incessantly read up more on each course, and before you know it, I don't have time to study. Is it pathetic that I spend hours watching the live course cam at Pebble Beach? Anyways to those of us who feel that playing Cypress is impossible I found this, just a story by the average Joe about how he got to play Cypress. Better to be lucky than good I guess. <br /><br />http://www.cybergolf.com/golf_news/me_paco_at_cypress_pointAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-33031045918181425822009-05-26T21:08:24.572-07:002009-05-26T21:08:24.572-07:00I think that "Code Red" must be common caddie ling...I think that "Code Red" must be common caddie lingo there for the downhill putts. My caddy Bob used that exact same phrase when I had putts above the hole that were going to be fast.<br /><br />Congrats on playing Cypress. A great course and on my short list of courses to play if I only had 1 round left to play.<br /><br />Itinerant Golfer <br /><br />www.itinerantgolf.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-21908435034468704702009-04-11T21:51:00.000-07:002009-04-11T21:51:00.000-07:00I've played Cypress twice and can only confirm tha...I've played Cypress twice and can only confirm that it is indeed the best course ever. The combo of links, dunes, cypress trees and the ocean are unmatched. It's a course that can be played every day and not get old or stale.Craignoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20412896.post-39155075761985148622009-03-24T10:10:00.000-07:002009-03-24T10:10:00.000-07:00The Monterey Peninsula offers the most spectacular...The Monterey Peninsula offers the most spectacular golfing I have ever experienced and Cypress is the best in the world. I was pinching myself the whole time I was there just to make sure I was not dreaming. Monterey offers the best golf courses in the world! I just got back from a retreat and must say this was the best golf vacation i have ever had! See the courses for yourself: http://www.montereypeninsulagolf.compullinginhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05122760161368065182noreply@blogger.com