VENUE : PULAI SPRINGS
& TANJONG PUTERI 06/07 ……..The
Journal and Journey continues into the next round……IN…………
Yes, were back with vengeance of fire and of course, by popular
demand. They want to be in it for the Fun,
the Challenge and the Scene. The successful launch of the first journal
was exceptional and well received by your sincere feedback. We therefore decided to go a little further
by developing a website to ease our E-mailing of journals and hopefully the
coming golf administration schedules.
With the extended courtesy of our excellent webmaster Mike
Gee, we are able to complete this site in a short notice. This will save time and space and avoid
return 'Bounce Mail' issues from our readers, so bookmark the site www.clix.to/golfkaki in your explorer favorite
list. For the non- computer literate,
man it is sad day for you! Better be late than sorry, there is still time for
you. Aiyah! Penalty 4 Stroke Lah! We, at the moment will improve the website
based on your suggestions and feedback. Your journal contributions on trips
that did not surface with us, please feel to write to us. Try to remember that
these pieces of artwork are all -voluntary and does consume individual time; so
please be patient and wait for the pin to be placed back in the hole first
before you drive that Killer 250m Shot!J Technology
has changed the game of golf, so much that ‘Pinks and Clinks’ are getting
louder on the Tee-Off. The ‘Titanic
Heads’ are getting so Big and Large that one day we will run out of titanium
and steel and have to use 24k Gold instead! J
On the Oversea’s scene, we have Steven
Ho (Reg Ex Cdo) venturing towards Sabah (Mount Kinabalu). We hope to receive his reviews shortly after
his return, he probably need to dress like Payne Steward or like British Open
Turtle Neck sweater for tee-offs. On
the serious note, I have heard that the course is highly rated among those who
have been there, done that and will be back there…..the list goes on…For trips
to Thailand, one may wish to seek our Sydney Galistan for Best Greens and
Best Deals $$^^*&*@#@! Closer
to our Shores! Yes…..its our own Army Half Marathon at Pulai Springs! Just
a 15 to 20 min drive from the Old Cause-way, comprising of 2 courses
(Old and New) @ M$100.00 first 18 and M$60.00 for the second 18. The new course can be describe as a infant
course with greens not fully developed, buggies at this point in time are not
allowed in the fairways. The course is
in average condition rather dry with large sloppy greens that can cause havoc
to poor putting. Par distance is
considered 
average and forgiving enough. Not satisfied with the previous photographic pose and
stylo mylo finishing. The 11- man
inclusive of 2 Babes, Vivien and Nancy, the expedition
team set their sights in getting their perfect ‘Tiger Wood’ finishing
poses taken. With that, they needed 36
holes to find that ultimate atmosphere, that inspiration, first 18 walk next 18
troot! Wow! It was Tough 36 Holes, Dude! After lunch at the club house, it was
back to the Old Course for the next 18.
As partners exchanged, we set ourself to the scorching sun, this time
luck was with us as the buggies was allowed on the fairways. The Old course is decribe as long and with
tricky greens. One can even lose
distance forward in putting having underestimated the slopes. The battle continued…..as the 'Pink-Clang'
party of 3 flights miraclously gathered themselves on the 12th
hole. This 118m hole was the talk of
the town as many who were there wondered if the distance was correct. Seperated between the Valley of Darkness and
chances of losing their $8.00 custom ball. The first few started and began to
lose their ball, the rest were bringing out their longer, longer and Longest
Club. Yes, you are right some
brought out the Drivers! As they Chromed the Ball and had it embedded
into the retaining slopes. As the hole
became a Starbucks coffee house for all 3 flights, the behind flight did not
find it amusing at all. It was a Orgy Saarong Party up
there!
As the sunset beyond
the horizon, the party gathered on the 18th hole for the rest to
arrive. Yes! With the darkness setting
in and well beaten by the scorching weather, some were still braving it on to
be among the day's champions. Taking
the Day's Stableford points and $ awards 
was Vivien in Fourth position, Third was
Pach,
Second Yours Truly and Champ for the Day's 36 holes was Seng
Huat
At the end of the tiring
marathon, we have to admit we were drained by the overall weather and time
taken for the entire 36 holes with 200 Dry swings, 170 Strokes. Did
they get the 'Tiger Wood' pose? Some did, some maybe on the Next
Outing…………………your journalist ….Robin.
Course Rating : Condition / Distance / Overall
Old : 6
7 6
New : 5 6 6
Overall Rating : Pulai Springs 6
Tanjong Puteri located 25
Minutes away from Singapore, a little further than Pulai Springs is
where the Johor King plays his regular golf. Not contended with the width of the tight
fairways, he decided to build 3 x 18-hole golf course. The story of His OB's ended from that day!J Comprising of courses A, B and C, the conditions and
difficulty varied on the 3 courses.
Course 'A' described as a Premier Course where regular
competitions are held. Conditions of
the greens and fairways were excellent, not as long and difficult as the rest
of the others as compared. Course 'C'
was similar with conditions similar and in the medium difficulty range. Course
'B' as we played was the most difficult as we found them to be. Extremely long Par 4's, high handicappers
can only look towards reasonable boogies.
Only excellent drives, long straight irons or woods then accurate wedges
near the pin will bring you that ultimate Par.
Boogie was the call at the end of the day. Sand bunkers were everywhere trapping average drive distance between
200 to 220m, It was Tough, It was Tricky and you will Pay for Your Mistakes! As
the fairways was narrow as 25m. Hookers and Slicers will die on this course!
Be warned that this course will tear you, it will whipped you badly if
you are not ready 
'Stay Away!' Par 3's can be as far as 220m, greens are very tight,
small landing areas and have bunkers and flower beds all over. You will pay for inaccuracy, Guaranteed! Water…
Huh! Like a river, if you are looking for a discipline course, look no
further…. This is one of them! Depending on the degree of challenges you
want to seek, this may not be one you will enjoy at this point in time.
Gathered
on this outing was a group with credentials beyond doubt, we had former medal
winners, Sembawang CC B, C Divisions winners, previous winners. They were there, they were ready and they
all wanted to try ‘B’ Course. Before we
go further, take a lesson from Mike Gee and remember to have your driving
license valid at all times. Never
presume anything even at the customs point.
Teeing –off in the first flight comprising of Mike, Pach, Hong Yew and
myself and behind with Steven Chan, Wong Kah Keng, Kok Chin and Seng Huat. As
the flight progress, the holes became tougher, there was water, and there were
sand bunkers. There were traps at every
leg. This course was tough for the
distance and demanding on accuracy.
Eventual winners were Seng Huat taking 3rd spot; Steven Chan
in 2nd and the deserving Champ Wong Kah Keng with 81 Strokes.
Course Rating : Condition / Distance / Overall
‘B’ Course : 7.5 9
8
Overall Rating : Tanjong Puteri ‘B’ 8