Resort and legend courses offering surf-inspired, motorized golf vehicles
(BEND, OR) – GolfBoarding – the first surf-inspired board sport that allows golfers to “Surf The Earth” from shot to shot – is now offered at the Resort and Legend golf courses at Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort in Palm Springs, California.
The first course in the Coachella valley to offer GolfBoarding, the 20-board fleet is available for golfers to traverse Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort’s picturesque terrain. Whether riding the traditional layout of the 50-year-old Legend course, or the Resorts’ desert links format, GolfBoarders are treated to panoramic views of Palm Springs, mountains and scenic waterscapes.
“The adoption of GolfBoard by a world-class resort destination like Tahquitz Creek offers a great opportunity to service the rapidly growing demand for GolfBoarding.” says Jeff Dowell, President of GolfBoard. “Thousands of golfers ask us on a daily basis where to try GolfBoard, so having boards at Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort allows access for those in one California’s largest metro areas.”
Conceived by Bally Total Fitness Founder Don Wildman and legendary big wave surfer Laird Hamilton, GolfBoarding is an entirely new way to traverse the golf course and is forever changing the way golfers experience the game. The four-wheel drive board allows users to turn by simply transferring their body weight in a carving motion akin to snowboarding or surfing.
“Offering GolfBoarding to our guests provides an active and fun experience regardless of their skill level,” says Brandon Alexander, General Manager, Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort. “This creates a point of distinction which generates more return visitors and attracts new ones.”
Powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, GolfBoards are ultra-durable and built with a safety-first and user-friendly mantra to provide golfers a more active and engaging alternative to riding in a cart.
Early adopters of GolfBoard have seen an increase in rounds played, revenue growth and an improvement in pace of play. Advanced technology allows GolfBoarders to customize board settings and configurations to their riding preference including adjusting speed settings from 6 to 10 mph via a simple, one-touch switch.
Available since April 2014, GolfBoard is now offered at more than 120 courses in the US, Canada, and Mexico. More than 300 additional private, daily-fee and resort courses are scheduled for product delivery over the next 90 days, and hundreds of individual golfers – including PGA Tour stars and A-List celebrities – have purchased GolfBoards for personal use at their favorite courses.
About Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort
The Legend course, which just celebrated its fiftieth anniversary, is a traditional country club style golf course. Designed by William Francis Bell, known for designing Torrey Pines, La Jolla Country Club and Bermuda Dunes CC along with many other courses in Southern California and across the country.
The Resort course, a well-known Ted Robinson design, is a desert links style golf course that offers beautiful mountain views, along with scenic waterscapes, and undulated greens that are friendly, yet demanding.
Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort offers a full range of amenities which include: 50 stall grass driving range, chipping green, two large putting greens, PGA/LPGA golf instruction, and can accommodate your tournament, corporate function, banquet or friendly group outing needs. Our recently renovated Traditions Café also offers great dining and a great place to have refreshments and enjoy the best sunset after your round. Located in Palm Springs, CA Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort has your Southern California golf vacation or package ready for you.
About GolfBoard
A product of Sol Boards, Inc. of Bend, Oregon, GolfBoard is a new, easy-to-ride electric powered 4wd board that adds fun and excitement for golfers of all ages and athletic ability. There are two versions of the GolfBoard: a commercial-grade CourseBoard ideal for rental fleet use, and a personal use SportBoard available to be customized with a wide selection of custom fender colors, graphics, wheels, and decks, plus a high-performance package providing top speed of 14 mph. Affordable personal and fleet leasing options are available via GB Leasing.
With more than 50 representatives across the country, GolfBoard demos are quick and easy. To schedule one at your club, e-mail: info@golfboard.com or call 888.328.2841.
Contact:
Ashley Gallitelli
Buffalo Brand Invigoration Group
908.803.2604
agallitelli@buffalobig.com
