Silicon Valley native here and loving the videos you guys are doing on some amazing Northern California courses💯 Have stayed at this Ritz Carlton a few times and the only thing nicer than the Hotel is the two Golf courses🏌🏽♂️🏌🏽♂️🏌🏽♂️
This is dope salute to yall for another great video. Pebble beach really messed up by not letting yall know they were airating their greens lol. But this course does look amazing. I shoot in the low 80's high 70's would love to link up one day and come out and play a round with you guys. I make music too feel free to use any of my songs in your videos! Appreciate your time guys!
Mike Reifeiss no problem man and thank you! Will be sending it over email shortly! Keep up the great content guys! I think yall will dig the positive vibes and message in the music!
It's my local (SF Bay Area) favorite course for sure ... but compare it to Pebble's a bit of a stretch. PS I'll see yah in Bandon, I'll be there with my 11 buddies when you'll be up there. If I see you I'll come say high with a couple of pints of IPA in my hands ;)
would love to play all those courses around that area and Monterrey, having never played either would be hard to say which is better, but maybe when the cost of the round $550 to cheap as $60 for half moon could be just as good.
Pebble Beach is top 3 course in the world easily better and more iconic than Half Moon Bay. Holes number 7,8,17, and 18 at Pebble are as good as it gets. Holes number 7 and 18 at Pebble are the most photographed holes in golf.
@@SD-ni6qe yeah.. but its a complete cluster, with all the grounds people and them allowing family to come watch. i too felt Pebble was very underwhelming. give me Spyglass all day over Pebble
When were you guys here? My home club big fan of the channel and secretary of the men’s club. Started playing here in 79 when greens fees were $18 🙀Thanks for doing this one 👍👍 Cheers from NorCal
I’m playing this course next month, excited to see what it’s like in person. Wish you guys would have played Yocha Dehe while you were this close. Sucks, you would have enjoyed it
This is my home club and I'm a legends member at the links. Ocean course is gorgeous and has great views, as you can see, but I prefer the Olds course when I play. The holes are way more fun and challenging in my opinion.
I've played with Darren before at Pasatiempo, a friend of mine has the same swing coach as him. Guy went 1 or 2 over par and he took home a bunch of skins that day. He hits his 2i P790 UDI longer than most people can hit their driver. No joke, I've seen him rip that thing around 280 off the tee with no wind helping. Are you guys also playing The Old Course? Old Course is always in mint condition!
I was just there last weekend. Ocean course is awesome. More holes with ocean views vs. Pebble Beach. Is it better than PB? Probably not, because of the history of Pebble Beach. Just my opinion.
Just played the ocean course this past Friday! Such an amazing place. Holes 16-18 are the best but every hole still has a nice view. It cost me $170 for myself for a 715AM tee time Friday morning. I was staying at the Ritz as well so i'm not sure if that made it LESS or not and we also booked it only 2 days in advance. Incredible
Beyond the historical significance of Pebble, I didn't particularly think the course was any better than Half Moon. I think Pacific Groves is better than both of them. I miss the coast now that I've moved out east with my work.
Oh that’s cool. I can’t wait to head over there next month. Love your guys videos. Have you ever thought about playing any courses in Northern CA? Blackhorse/Bayonet is a good track, and of course the greats courses in SF. I’m also playing Harding Park in August. Keep making awesome content!
@@dubdeuce4816 Blackhorse/Bayonet are both on the list, just been slammed w/ work so haven't had a chance to make any trips back up there. Harding Park is epic. Played it once about 6 years ago. Def need to get back out there. Have fun there!
Golfholics Thanks. Can’t wait to get up there and play. It’s always been on my list, especially after playing Fleming 9 a couple years ago and just seeing how green Harding is make it a priority to play. It’s gonna be a great Birthday weekend playing Harding & Half Moon Bay.
At this point, I would say it's better than PB since you didn't have to worry about the maintenance crew surrounding your every move, along with unaware punched greens 😂
I think you guys just caught Pebble on a bad day. And everyone has those occasionally. Pebble is still one of the best courses in the US. Those green fees though...
I love HMB and it was a go-to escape when I lived in SF, but my personal opinions is that neither course is a particular good track architecturally. They’re...fine. The Ocean is worth the views, but it is not “linksy”. Plenty of wonky forced carries, and your perfectly struck knockdown draw to bowl one up when the situation looks good will not be rewarded as it’s usually not mown close enough. The Old is quirky challenging, wrecked by houses, and has the weirdest par-5 starting hole (thank you for asking me to bend the ball both ways on consecutive shots on my first hole!). That said, there is nothing like like hitting a good shot on 18 to a tucked right pin as the Ritz patrons clap while having champagne and hot cocoa. It’s your best opportunity to give a nonchalant tour sauce wave as you step on your divot. Just show no fear on the green whatever the outcome.
Love the videos! Keep up the good work, gentlemen! I played the Ocean Course a long time ago and absolutely loved it. Wish I can say it’s better than Pebble, since Pebble is out of my price range. 🤣 But “Poor Man’s Pebble” (Pacific Grove Golf Links) is a fun muni track to check out if you’re back in Monterey. Best part, other than the back nine, is the price. Maybe you won’t feel you got robbed as much with Pebble. LOL!
Just played Pebble a month ago, it was in tournament conditions but I was not... Two rounds of getting my ass kicked... Reminded me of getting dumped by a beautiful woman...
I've been watching your videos for a long while now and just noticed Marko putts right handed? Have you always done that? That's awesome I've never seen someone consistently switch stance like that
I stayed at Half Moon Bay for my honeymoon and played both courses and Pebble. I can say 100% it's not better than Pebble. They're beautiful courses, but Pebble Beach is iconic. Punched greens or not, Pebble Beach is an incredible walk of golf.
You guys should go up to Kohler Wisconsin and play whistling straits and the 3 other courses they have up there. All really nice. Just got back from there.
"Anything you can do, I can do.....worse!" ROFL!! It is certainly a beautiful course, but what is it that makes it better than Pebble for you? Sadly, I don't think I'll ever be able to play either, but inquiring minds want to know!
Half Moon Bay is way, way better ... please keep it to yourself🌹🌿 ... Hubby & I call HMB “Mayberry by the sea.” 🐳 There was a great white shark sighting near Ritz Carlton point last week... ... shark was spotted by a passing plane ✈️ Lovely video! So happy that you enjoyed your visit. 🦀🦀🦀 .. We’ll meet you @ Mullins ... aka the 19th hole 🌿
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Let's be honest pretty much anything is going to be better than paying full rates for freshly punched greens at Pebble
That I would agree that HMB is better than PB. 😃😃😃
How good is this course!? Hit that THUMBS UP if you like the vid, please make sure to SUBSCRIBE and turn on the NOTIFICATION BELL. 🤙
Darren got that Brooks Keopka look and swing
Mallory GoPro thanks I appreciate the love!
The ultimate surfing and golfing vacation spot. Just the water a little cold
You guys sound so relaxed!
So beautiful. GH thanks for sharing.....this track in on my bucket list radar. Can wait to see part 2 and 3
Great video guys! Just picked up a hat from the website!
Thanks for the support Jamie!
Those ocean views look incredible! Marko and mike scramble is a no brainer win! Lol
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Thanks again for making the trip guys. Darren and I had a blast playing this round. Hopefully you can make it up again and we’ll play Stanford
Thanks for everything man, we will definitely come back
Awesome! Watching while I hit cardio!
A beautiful course and some perfect weather … living the Big Life!
You need to make it out to The Links at Bodega Harbor. On a a sunny day you can see the ocean on every hole. Easily my favorite course.
I like the scramble format! I know some purists frown on scramble but I always thought it was fun to do occasionally.
Half Moon bay will now be a bucketlist course for me!
YES!!
Coach seems like the coolest guy I've ever met and I've never actually met him
Coach is on fire 🔥 🔥🔥!
That Desmond fellow was bombing his drives. Great vlog fellas. Cheers
played this course many times and it's great
This intro is fuego and the course looks unreal!
Silicon Valley native here and loving the videos you guys are doing on some amazing Northern California courses💯 Have stayed at this Ritz Carlton a few times and the only thing nicer than the Hotel is the two Golf courses🏌🏽♂️🏌🏽♂️🏌🏽♂️
Wow that intro was a freaking masterpiece
This is dope salute to yall for another great video. Pebble beach really messed up by not letting yall know they were airating their greens lol. But this course does look amazing. I shoot in the low 80's high 70's would love to link up one day and come out and play a round with you guys. I make music too feel free to use any of my songs in your videos! Appreciate your time guys!
Awesome thanks man, shoot me an email mike@golfholics.com with the music
Mike Reifeiss no problem man and thank you! Will be sending it over email shortly! Keep up the great content guys! I think yall will dig the positive vibes and message in the music!
It's my local (SF Bay Area) favorite course for sure ... but compare it to Pebble's a bit of a stretch. PS I'll see yah in Bandon, I'll be there with my 11 buddies when you'll be up there. If I see you I'll come say high with a couple of pints of IPA in my hands ;)
Darren has the brooks koepka swing going, love it! Great video guys!
Matthew Hendrickson thanks for the love man!
New to your channel, returning golfer from 10yrs ago. Love the content and filming... Welcome anytime to New Zealand. Thanks...
Love to hear you're back at it Mark! Thanks for the support. New Zealand is a must!
beautiful Course and awesome video again thank you guys for sharing.
Both courses are amazing but having them played many times there is just nothing that compares to Pebble Beach. My opinion.
The golf course looks like a lot of fun. Thanks for sharing. Oh yeah the COACH is dialed in, I just feel bad for the two guest players... haha
would love to play all those courses around that area and Monterrey, having never played either would be hard to say which is better, but maybe when the cost of the round $550 to cheap as $60 for half moon could be just as good.
Travelled all the way from Australia to SF for a wedding and ended up playing the Old Course the weekend after! Almost caught you guys.
💯 better than pebble🤙⛳
Haha, you would!
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Pebble Beach is top 3 course in the world easily better and more iconic than Half Moon Bay. Holes number 7,8,17, and 18 at Pebble are as good as it gets. Holes number 7 and 18 at Pebble are the most photographed holes in golf.
@@SD-ni6qe yeah.. but its a complete cluster, with all the grounds people and them allowing family to come watch. i too felt Pebble was very underwhelming. give me Spyglass all day over Pebble
Hey guys - please do a VLOG at Trump National LA - been there in april - abolute bonkers (must play tips!!!) - cheers from Germany!
That course is sweet
@@mikereifeiss1910 absolutely 👍🙏
I really like this video. It's almost a throwback to some of the first Golfholics videos, which I think is a good thing.
Jason Kowalkowski thanks Jason!
I love the opening cinematography that you guys always have. I model my opening after you guys for my vlogs. Keep up awesome work!
Oh without a doubt ... and totally a better bang for the buck
What a beautiful course. Looks awesome. Great vid as always. No one comes close to the videos you guys put out!!
Thank you!!
Much better experience than you had at Pebble. Great video and course.
When were you guys here?
My home club big fan of the channel and secretary of the men’s club. Started playing here in 79 when greens fees were $18 🙀Thanks for doing this one 👍👍
Cheers from NorCal
Get a part-time job in the pro shop & you’ll be set. 😎🌹🌿
I’m playing this course next month, excited to see what it’s like in person. Wish you guys would have played Yocha Dehe while you were this close. Sucks, you would have enjoyed it
Beautiful light blue GH polo shirt just arrived here in Japan, very nice!
Nice!!
Great vid as always!
Love the introduction effects, Mitch! Some awesome editing right there!
What a great coarse. Loved those views of the ocean. Will play that coase someday. Thanks from NW Oregon.
This is my home club and I'm a legends member at the links. Ocean course is gorgeous and has great views, as you can see, but I prefer the Olds course when I play. The holes are way more fun and challenging in my opinion.
The video production on this is truly spectacular
I've played with Darren before at Pasatiempo, a friend of mine has the same swing coach as him. Guy went 1 or 2 over par and he took home a bunch of skins that day. He hits his 2i P790 UDI longer than most people can hit their driver. No joke, I've seen him rip that thing around 280 off the tee with no wind helping. Are you guys also playing The Old Course? Old Course is always in mint condition!
The guy murders the ball
Thanks for the love
I’ll be there on the 15 of April at 250ish Christian Wilson…. Toss your name in… ✌️
I can finally say that I know somebody that you guys golfed with.
Hard to beat holes 6-8 and 18 at Pebble but this course looks amazing!!! Cant wait for parts 2 and 3!
i love how u guys circle the call on ur approach shots. makes it so much more enjoyable to watch
Holy golf heaven Batman!!!
oh the memories... played there 2 years ago, it was soo nice!
Played here with FedEx. Great layout, quality hotel, tons of fun.
I was just there last weekend. Ocean course is awesome. More holes with ocean views vs. Pebble Beach. Is it better than PB? Probably not, because of the history of Pebble Beach. Just my opinion.
Just played the ocean course this past Friday! Such an amazing place. Holes 16-18 are the best but every hole still has a nice view. It cost me $170 for myself for a 715AM tee time Friday morning. I was staying at the Ritz as well so i'm not sure if that made it LESS or not and we also booked it only 2 days in advance. Incredible
Agreed man that place was great! We hope to go back! Glad you had a good time!
@@Golfholics Thanks! Awesome video!
Dope video as usual guys, awesome editing/effects stuff going on!
Thanks Zach!
Beyond the historical significance of Pebble, I didn't particularly think the course was any better than Half Moon. I think Pacific Groves is better than both of them. I miss the coast now that I've moved out east with my work.
I finally played a course that I'm seeing in a vlog!
So hyped for the video and the upcoming Golfholics Invitational! Getting signed up and ready!
Its going to be epic, Matt! Glad you can make it.
Another fantastic video.. def on my bucket list now!
Yous may play with finch again sometime
Just love team golf ! - great video editing :)
I played here in early June and went to the US open at Pebble too
Love that track. Sunday brunch at the Ritz is legit too.
Course looks awesome. Gonna play it in August and I can’t wait. Did you guys invite these guys out or get paired up?
They reached out to us and we set it up.
Oh that’s cool. I can’t wait to head over there next month. Love your guys videos. Have you ever thought about playing any courses in Northern CA? Blackhorse/Bayonet is a good track, and of course the greats courses in SF. I’m also playing Harding Park in August. Keep making awesome content!
@@dubdeuce4816 Blackhorse/Bayonet are both on the list, just been slammed w/ work so haven't had a chance to make any trips back up there. Harding Park is epic. Played it once about 6 years ago. Def need to get back out there. Have fun there!
Golfholics Thanks. Can’t wait to get up there and play. It’s always been on my list, especially after playing Fleming 9 a couple years ago and just seeing how green Harding is make it a priority to play. It’s gonna be a great Birthday weekend playing Harding & Half Moon Bay.
Literally just purchased a deal for this course for $100 a person (when normally it's $150-$200), and I can't wait to play!
awesome course...have fun!
best course in california for the price in my opinnion and I play in halfmoon baby monterey san jose santa cruz every weekend
Is this where they filmed American pie the wedding 👀
Yep!
At this point, I would say it's better than PB since you didn't have to worry about the maintenance crew surrounding your every move, along with unaware punched greens 😂
Haha, great point!
I think you guys just caught Pebble on a bad day. And everyone has those occasionally. Pebble is still one of the best courses in the US. Those green fees though...
Booking a tee time for sure, looks amazing!
I'll take both! Haha Course is beautiful
Thank you for all the great courses you play my wife and I just booked our trip to half Moon Bay in September because of your course review
Nice track. Looks like M&M are schooling the competition!
I love HMB and it was a go-to escape when I lived in SF, but my personal opinions is that neither course is a particular good track architecturally. They’re...fine. The Ocean is worth the views, but it is not “linksy”. Plenty of wonky forced carries, and your perfectly struck knockdown draw to bowl one up when the situation looks good will not be rewarded as it’s usually not mown close enough. The Old is quirky challenging, wrecked by houses, and has the weirdest par-5 starting hole (thank you for asking me to bend the ball both ways on consecutive shots on my first hole!). That said, there is nothing like like hitting a good shot on 18 to a tucked right pin as the Ritz patrons clap while having champagne and hot cocoa. It’s your best opportunity to give a nonchalant tour sauce wave as you step on your divot. Just show no fear on the green whatever the outcome.
Did you guys get to the old course as well? Ocean is a better overall track, but the 18th at the old course is the best hole I have played.
I really miss these guys 😔
Love the videos! Keep up the good work, gentlemen! I played the Ocean Course a long time ago and absolutely loved it. Wish I can say it’s better than Pebble, since Pebble is out of my price range. 🤣 But “Poor Man’s Pebble” (Pacific Grove Golf Links) is a fun muni track to check out if you’re back in Monterey. Best part, other than the back nine, is the price. Maybe you won’t feel you got robbed as much with Pebble. LOL!
Just played Pebble a month ago, it was in tournament conditions but I was not... Two rounds of getting my ass kicked... Reminded me of getting dumped by a beautiful woman...
Haha well said!
Wayne Altman Story Time You’ll love Half Moon Bay 🌹🌿
No one:
Coach: I just really LOVE this golf course
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Trevor Rogers I’ve watched 10 mins of the video and he has said “I love this golf course” five times
That’s one of my home courses yay
Great video, keep it up you are killing it.
I've been watching your videos for a long while now and just noticed Marko putts right handed? Have you always done that? That's awesome I've never seen someone consistently switch stance like that
Been waiting a while for this one! Incredible video & course gentleman as always!
I had a blast out there with you guys, can’t wait to do it again someday!
That was a great time Darren! We'll have to get out again next time we're back up in the bay area.
Golfholics looking forward to it!
2 v 1 is gonna make it difficult for anyone...nice playing guys
I stayed at Half Moon Bay for my honeymoon and played both courses and Pebble. I can say 100% it's not better than Pebble. They're beautiful courses, but Pebble Beach is iconic. Punched greens or not, Pebble Beach is an incredible walk of golf.
Great video guys. Keep up all the good work. Golf is life!
Absolutely beautiful. I’ve also thought Spy Glass was better than Pebble.
Not hating, but you only think this place is better than pebble because you played it with punched greens and there were renovations.
Yep
Golfholics Im saying if you played it in normal conditions, the course would not be a bad memory in your mind and not worth it
I hope to get out there again and have a good memory of it. I want to love it, its Pebble!
Golfholics hope you do and hope you have a better time
Wild to choose this course over pebble
Please include links to the Golfaholics merchandise store. I would like to show some support.
Here you go and thank you! www.golfholics.com/
I hope you went to the Half Moon Bay Brewing Company while you were there! Crab Nachos and good beer just off the water.
You guys should go up to Kohler Wisconsin and play whistling straits and the 3 other courses they have up there. All really nice. Just got back from there.
Coach... "Juicy" that is a fantastic term. Gotta start using that for everything Marko does. Goes great with "saucy" right?
someone call the cops!!! Coach and Big Cat are assaulting the locals ;)
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"Anything you can do, I can do.....worse!" ROFL!! It is certainly a beautiful course, but what is it that makes it better than Pebble for you? Sadly, I don't think I'll ever be able to play either, but inquiring minds want to know!
“Just hit a little fat” after completely chunking it😂 big cat is so nice
You gotta comeback and play the old course! Arnold Palmer built it and it is a fun course like a Harding park
i have played pebble beach numerous times, its still the best public course i have played, i will take Kapalua plantation course a strong 2nd. !!!
come up to Portland and play Langdon Farms Wilsonville, OR a Jeff Fought designed links course.
Half Moon Bay is way, way better ... please keep it to yourself🌹🌿
... Hubby & I call HMB “Mayberry by the sea.” 🐳
There was a great white shark sighting near Ritz Carlton point last week...
... shark was spotted by a passing plane ✈️
Lovely video! So happy that you enjoyed your visit. 🦀🦀🦀
.. We’ll meet you @ Mullins ... aka the 19th hole 🌿