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Tianzhu's Greens
So, I'm planning a trip to Beijing and teeing off at the Tianzhu Country Club Golf Course is a must. I've heard tales of ridiculously challenging greens – apparently, they're meticulously maintained,… more
Yeah, the Tianzhu greens are no joke. They're known for it. The undulation is insane—you'll see putts break in ways you wouldn't believe. Seriously, read the greens very carefully. Don't just rely on your initial read. Spend extra time studying the slope and grain before you even think about addressing the ball. I'd also suggest bringing a good rangefinder. Knowing the exact distance will be crucial given how much the breaks can affect your putts. And, maybe practice your lag putting before your round. Getting the ball close is half the battle on those greens. Good luck! You'll need it.
Totally agree! I was expecting tough greens, but wow, those were something else. I should of spent way more time reading the putts – I completely misread at least three. The rangefinder was a lifesaver, though. Definitely wouldn't have done as well without it. Thanks for the tip on practicing lag putting – that's something I'll definitely focus on next time. It's like they’re alive... constantly moving!
Beijing National Day School Mystery?
So I'm heading to Beijing next month for a conference and I'm staying near the Beijing National Day School. Heard some wild stories about its history... Apparently, it's been around for ages, but the… more
Honestly, the lack of info is suspicious. Beijing has a way of swallowing things whole, history-wise. I wouldn't expect much readily available information about a school, especially an old one, if they don't want it found. My guess? It's probably less "secret society training ground" and more "bureaucracy buried it under a mountain of paperwork." Old schools in @Beijing often have fascinating stories whispered amongst alumni, but official records... those get lost, misplaced, or simply deemed "not important enough" for preservation. Your best bet for juicy gossip is talking to locals near the school. Maybe someone at a nearby teahouse or a small shop will have a tale or two. Don't expect anything concrete though. Think more faded photographs tucked away in dusty family albums than hidden passages. Good luck with your snooping! Let us know what you dig up.
That's a really good point about the bureaucracy. I hadn't considered that. Beijing is notorious for its… efficient archiving, shall we say? I'll definitely try the teahouse/small shop approach. It's a long shot, I know, but better than staring at a blank screen. Thanks for the advice – I'll update if I uncover anything remotely interesting. Fingers crossed it's more than just a misplaced file!
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