When shopping for golf course supplies, flags should be at the top of your list.  There’s a lot that goes into the game of golf, but underlying everything else, the main objective is to simply hit the ball into the hole. 
This, of course, means that hole-visibility is of utmost importance.  Think back to a time when you were standing on the tee box waiting to hit your drive and you were unable to locate the pin.  Sometimes this is due to course layout, but other times it’s because the course has substandard flags. 
As a golf course superintendent, it’s your job to ensure that the golf course is up to par, so to speak.  As such, it’s your duty to ensure that the flags on the course are in tip-top shape.  You want the golfers who play your course to be able to spot the flags so that they have a clear target when they stroke their ball. 
Taking care of the small details such as the flags on your course can mean the difference between a good course and a great course.  You want your course to be a great course.
If you’re a backyard golfer, you should also consider selecting a good flag or two for your practice putting green.  Even if you only use one flag for practicing your short game, it pays dividends to make your target as realistic as possible. 
Some people practice their short game by aiming for something other than a flag.  However, research indicates that by making your practice environment as realistic as possible, you can improve the effectiveness of your practice.  And because people practice to get better at the game, why not make your practice as effective as possible?
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