Lives
Birmingham, AL
Handicap
15-19
Age
45-54
Gender
Male
Skill
Intermediate
Plays
Once a week

Review Statistics

Average Rating

4.0
4.0
Total 2 Reviews

Rating Breakdown

2 Reviews
5 Stars
1
4 Stars
0
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Recommended Courses
2
Not Recommended Courses
0
Helpful Votes Count
3
Not Helpful Votes Count
0
First Review
03/20/2016
Last Review
03/25/2016

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Ballantrae Golf Club

Played On 03/25/2016
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

I don't like #17

Ballantrae is owned and operated by the City of Pelham, but this is not your typical municipal golf experience. This is a modern, semi-private club that is nicer than many private clubs. The clubhouse is new and clean, and literally looks like a castle. The staff and service is outstanding.

The course winds through a housing development that has some gorgeous homes. The fairways are wide and forgiving. These three holes are my nemesis (#2, #15 and #18). Hole #2 is a par 5 that has a tiered green with lots of slopes. #15 is a par 3 that has a pond that is a ball magnet. And, #18 is a long uphill hole where bogey is a good score.

Ballantrae is hard to access. From interstate I-65, you wind through residential neighborhoods with multiple stop signs. But, it is definitely worth the trip.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Roebuck Municipal Golf Course

Played On 03/20/2016
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Used cart

Rogusta

My friends and I affectionately refer to Roebuck as Rogusta. This is an old school muni that is stuck in time. The layout is decent, and the greens are average. But, this place is cheap, and you don't need a tee time. Just show up and get in line.

The surrounding neighborhood is a little sketchy. I have never had an issue, but I would probably recommend not sticking around after dark.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Fairly Easy
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