TCI in Polk City

**kg-cyclone** · 08-25-2008, 11:47 AM

Played 18 holes Saturday...Very nice golf course. We had deer about 30 feet from us on a couple holes. Can see Des Moines from one hole(can't remember which one, I think it was on front nine). Anyway, I think I lost a ball on every hole(I'm not very good). Just curious, as to how it compared to other golf courses in Iowa?

**ajk4st8** · 08-25-2008, 11:48 AM

I love TCI. Great course. You would find the Harvester fun. Got married there this summer.

**Clones85'** · 08-25-2008, 11:48 AM

One of the top courses IMO. My personal favorite is Harvester, but that is much more expensive

**cybsball20** · 08-25-2008, 11:50 AM

Besides some personal issues I have with TCI, it's a great course. The only other public ones that compare are Blue Top Ridge and Harvester. When healthy, BTR is my favorite but it's pretty close.

**tgoedken** · 08-25-2008, 11:54 AM

[quote=kg-cyclone;595390]Played 18 holes Saturday...Very nice golf course. We had deer about 30 feet from us on a couple holes. Can see Des Moines from one hole(can't remember which one, I think it was on front nine). Anyway, I think I lost a ball on every hole(I'm not very good). Just curious, as to how it compared to other golf courses in Iowa?[/quote

Iowa golf courses have fairways, greens, and you can usually find a driving range if you're lucky!!!

You should never play a course that is outside your ability. It's a rule!(I read it somewhere) Just my take on things...

**BryceC** · 08-25-2008, 11:59 AM

Originally Posted by tgoedken

You should never play a course that is outside your ability. It's a rule!(I read it somewhere) Just my take on things...

No courses outside my ability? Good, now I'm free never to play golf again.

**dosry5** · 08-25-2008, 12:01 PM

I played Honey Creek in Boone last week. I found it fun and challenging. Very very scenic on the back 9 and can be very hard depending on your skill level and the tee box you choose. My advice is this though---play on Wednesdays when they have the $35 unlimited golf......that is a steal. Not sure I'd pay full price until it's in better shape...

**The_Architect** · 08-25-2008, 03:57 PM

TCI is a great course but the 17th and 18th holes are completely random and out of place compared to the first 16.

**Palmer** · 08-25-2008, 03:59 PM

I use to play golf prior to kids. Cannot justify the amount of time it takes to play that game anymore.

I don't really miss it...due to the fact I was never really good.

**4429 mcc** · 08-25-2008, 04:03 PM

Originally Posted by kg-cyclone

Played 18 holes Saturday...Very nice golf course. We had deer about 30 feet from us on a couple holes. Can see Des Moines from one hole(can't remember which one, I think it was on front nine). Anyway, I think I lost a ball on every hole(I'm not very good). Just curious, as to how it compared to other golf courses in Iowa?

I played the Broadmoor in Colorado Springs this year and experienced the same thing with deer and some foxes. Practically had to chase them off the fairway. That course is also way above my skill level but practice makes perfect even on tough courses!

**cybsball20** · 08-25-2008, 04:07 PM

Originally Posted by The_Architect

TCI is a great course but the 17th and 18th holes are completely random and out of place compared to the first 16.

17 and 18 were built to be stadium style, so you can see what is going on with both holes from the Clubhouse.

**Cy Heavy** · 08-25-2008, 04:08 PM

Originally Posted by Palmer

I use to play golf prior to kids. Cannot justify the amount of time it takes to play that game anymore.

I don't really miss it...due to the fact I was never really good.

Damn, not good to hear. We had our first kid in March and I haven't touched my clubs since...

I do/did enjoy the TCI though. It's pretty close to my house and a beautiful course.