Suboptimal growing conditions can make managing cart traffic even more challenging. Here, a look at different turf species’ responses to combined drought and cart stress at different mowing heights.

May 9, 2018 · A single golf cart driving down a fairway has little to no effect on turf health or playing conditions. It is the cumulative effect of many carts that eventually takes a toll on the grass. This is why cart damage is most obvious in areas where traffic is concentrated, like the ends of cart paths.

Nov 6, 2020 · Golf courses that implemented single-rider cart policies and reduced labor hours have seen increased wear and turfgrass damage going into winter play.

Jan 17, 2020 · When continuous cart paths are available, it is recommended that cart use be restricted to the path only. A short spell of above-average temperatures is not a reason to let carts drive on the turf. In fact, warm winter weather often leads to …

“A single golf cart driving down a fairway has little to no effect on turf health or playing conditions. It is the cumulative effect of many carts that eventually takes a toll on the grass. This is why cart damage is most obvious in areas where traffic is concentrated, like the ends of cart paths.

Feb 28, 2021 · We occasionally cut through our backyard on a golf cart & it's starting to take its toll on the grass & soil. Is there a way to protect the lawn without losing its grass & "yard feel"? (i.e. not installing a path or dumping gravel) Thanks!

Nov 8, 2019 · Our grass is growing at its peak mid-May through mid-September. This provides the challenge in that the majority of our play (and cart use) is on grass that is not growing.” This isn’t a new problem for Reinhardt. But it has intensified with higher winter rain totals in recent years.

Nov 10, 2014 · Similar to the rough, when the Bermuda grass is too wet, driving a golf cart across the turf can cause damage. The most severe damage can occur, however, when the ground and plant are frozen. Dormant Bermuda grass turf is not growing but it is still alive at the crown and underground rhizomes of the plant.

You can definitely mow with a golf cart! In fact, I have personally used a customized golf cart mower to maintain the greens on my home course. It’s a convenient and efficient way to keep the grass looking pristine.

The 90 Degree Rule is a vital component of golf cart etiquette, designed to minimize damage to fairway grass. This rule, as its name implies, involves the golfer making a 90-degree turn off the cart path towards their ball.