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Article: GOLF Blackwolf Run bans metal-spiked shoes Reduced wear and tear on greens is goal
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- The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (Milwaukee, WI)
- Article date:
- February 15, 1996
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Blackwolf Run introduced Wisconsin golfers to Pete Dye's
architectural genius in 1988 and to $100 green fees in 1995.
And this year, the 36-hole complex in Kohler will set yet another
precedent.
When the season opens in April, Blackwolf Run will become the
first true public golf facility in the state to ban metal spikes.
Golfers will be required to wear shoes with non-metal spikes, such
as Softspikes, on both the River and Meadow Valleys courses. To
help golfers comply with the spikeless policy, the pro shop at
Blackwolf Run will replace guests' metal spikes with non-metal
versions at no charge (one set replaced per paid green fee).
Paul Becker, the director of golf, said the elimination ...