Slow green
When we say ‘Velcro’ in golf, we’re talking about a green that’s slow. This term is inspired by the sticky nature of Velcro, suggesting that the golf ball seems to ‘stick’ or move slowly on the green.
The term is used to describe the speed of the green, which means how far a ball can travel when it’s hit at a specific, controlled speed on the putting surface. The official measure of this is done by a tool known as a Stimpmeter.
Several factors influence the speed of the green. Environmental elements, such as the weather and the type of soil, play a part. The way the green is managed also affects its speed. For instance, how it’s cut, watered, or aerated can all make a difference.
Example for using ‘Velcro’ in a conversation
Hey, did you play golf today?
Yeah, I did! But the green was so slow, it was like Velcro!
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|---|---|
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