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Golf Rule Question

  • 08-03-2014 5:26pm
    #1
    judosean2005
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 340 ✭✭


    Hello all,
    i have a quick question regarding the use of a binocular/monocular when playing golf.

    Most golf courses i played use different color flags to determine where the flag is positioned on the green.

    Here lies the problem for me as im color blind and ive poor eyesight.

    yes i wear glasses to help counter the poor eyesight. But i have no way to 'level the playing field' in regards flag positioning. Sometimes i've been unable to see the flagstick/flag due to the green background due to colorblindness.

    Would it be legal for me to use a monocular to see the flag position??
    i know some greens are hidden and it would be useless, but a high percentage i could use it.

    I didnt wanna buy it without asking the legal ruling on it.

    Any help would be appreciated.
    Sean


Comments

  • #2
    SnowDrifts
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,733 ✭✭✭SnowDrifts


    There is no problem using them at all Sean so you can fire away. I looked it up and it's covered in the decisions - 14-3/3.


  • #3
    judosean2005
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 340 ✭✭judosean2005


    SnowDrifts wrote: »
    There is no problem using them at all Sean so you can fire away. I looked it up and it's covered in the decisions - 14-3/3.

    Would i have to get a letter from doctor/optician to use the device during a competition?


  • #4
    SnowDrifts
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,733 ✭✭✭SnowDrifts


    judosean2005 wrote: »
    Would i have to get a letter from doctor/optician to use the device during a competition?

    No letter needed. If however the binoculars have range finding capability, you will need to consult the club's local rules regarding distance measuring devices.


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