Troon, November/December 2017

4 TROON GOLF TRAVEL eMAGAZINE TIS THE SEASON EDITORIAL editorial director George Fuller george@ troongolfandtravel com troon advisory board Brett Brooks Ian Bulleid Cyndi Bush Julia Kelly Kris Strauss creative director Kevin Gilbert contributing editor Tom Mackin section editors Malcolm Campbell at large Scott Kramer equipment apparel contributing writers photographers illustrators Aidan Bradley Dick Durrance Bill Huffman Russell Kirk Kevin Murray Dave Sansom Paul Severn Sally Sportsman BUSINESS publisher Richard E Holcomb dholcomb@ troongolfandtravel com fcp operations manager Melissa Miller Copyright 2017 by Flagship Custom Publishing ISSN 2157 8656 All rights reserved Contents may not be reprinted or otherwise reproduced without written permission from Flagship Custom Publishing 1416 NW 46th St Suite 105 223 Seattle WA 98107 Troon Golf Travel is published by license with Troon by Flagship Custom Publishing LLC Editorial inquiries should be directed to george@ troongolfandtravel com As we roll into the holiday season and toward a new year its always a good time for reflection Did we accomplish the goals we set for ourselves in 2017 How can we improve in 2018 What new horizons shall we aim to reach Shaving a couple of strokes off our scores might be a lofty aim for some of us For others just getting out on the course more often is a worthy ambition For our columnist Malcolm Campbell though its more about what he doesnt want to see more of in 2018 Air punches No thanks Camera seeking WAGs adios Check out Malcolms always lively State of the Game article in this issue and see if you agree For our friends in the northern climes tis also the season for planning an escape to a warm weather destination May we suggest one where youll find a host of outstanding Troon managed golf courses Arizona is in high season and thats the main theme of this issue Your old favorites are beckoning Troon North Golf Club The Westin Kierland Golf Club Boulders Resort Spa Ak Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club book early and often But this year add in a course or two that youve never played and see what youve been missing SunRidge Canyon Golf Club for example with its Wicked 6 finishing holes is a true desert delight and one of the more interesting high end public golf courses in Arizona The Golf Club of Estrella a Jack Nicklaus II design is a hidden gem up in the Estrella Mountains west of Phoenix that is simply a joy to play And then theres our cover course Whirlwind Golf Club at Wild Horse Pass There are 36 holes at this inviting resort located just 11 miles south of downtown Phoenix both designed by Gary Panks Devils Claw and Cattail Enjoy the courses the recently expanded golf clubhouse the relaxing accommodations and some of the best cuisine in the Valley of the Sun Tis the season to enjoy get ready for the new year and most of all enjoy the game Happy Holidays George Fuller Editorial Director george@ troongolfandtravel com november december 2017 volume 8 issue 6 EDITORS NOTE Arizona is in high season and thats the main theme of this issue PAIGE SPIRANACPXG Brand AmbassadorPXG clubs look sexy launch high go far feel soft are unbelievably forgiving and have a sweet spot the size of Texas beautiful thingperformanceis a18448182233Nobody makes golf clubs the way we do Period