Motorized Golf Caddies

he other day, I’m on the 17th hole at my home course and as I’m standing over my tee-shot, deep in concentration, in my peripheral vision I see a rogue, motorized golf caddie moving along the 11th fairway without a golfer in sight. I backed off my shot and watched the robotic cart advancing toward the green at a pretty good clip. Several seconds later, I saw the owner emerge from the trees tracking his clubs up the fairway. In last month’s edition, our talented staff writer, Kelly Madden, wrote an interesting article on robotic golf caddies, and it compelled me to look further into them.

For the past 10 months I’ve been on a personal health journey, primarily to lose the extra weight I picked up during the Covid era. With misguided zeal I briefly committed to the idea of walking the golf course instead of riding in a golf

Tcart. This was short lived as carrying the golf bag was just not a practical solution for someone with my flat feet and achy shoulders.

But a robotic, motorized, GPS controlled golf cart? Now we’re talking. I can strap the golf bag on this machine and just walk around the course with my clubs obediently following. That I can do. And this is just the beginning. “How soon will this machine be able to give me yardage distances?” I thought to myself. And then I read Kelly’s article and apparently the Club Car Tempo Walk model already has that available, if you’re willing to spend the five grand for it.

Not all golf courses are made for walking. I’m excited to invest in a robotic golf caddie and start walking some suitable courses for a change. The challenge is navigating all the different brands and models as there are myriad choices. The PGA Merchandise show is just around the corner so I will have plenty models to play around with. Once I’ve decided and have some experience under my belt, I’ll report back.

Please enjoy this February 2023 edition of Golf Carting Magazine.

Trevor Rose Senior Editor Trevor@golfcarting.com

MAGAZINE

GOLF CARTING // Issue 33 // February 2023

Publisher: GC Media Group, LLC

Senior Editor: Trevor Rose - trevor@golfcarting.com

Creative Director: Troy Merrifield - troy@golfcarting.com

Graphic Designer: Tanner Merrifield

Production Director: Christian Amico - chris@golfcarting.com

Staff Writer: Kelly Madden

Staff Writer: Josh Delsota

Staff Writer / Social Media: Tony Benjamin

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WARNING: Certain action photographs depicted in this magazine are potentially dangerous. The drivers and vehicle occupants seen in our photos are experienced professionals. Do not attempt to duplicate any stunts. Wear a helmet and safety restraints while operating a Golf Cart, and never drive beyond your capabilities. Do not drink and drive while operating a Golf Cart. We also encourage you to “Tread Lightly” while respecting the outdoors and other outdoor enthusiasts.

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