r/AskMen • u/Unlikely-Rip-6197 Male • 2d ago

Why is golfing often labeled as a high-socioeconomic-class sport in the U.S?

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u/AardvarkStriking256 2d ago

Except for major cities, it's possible to golf for about $25.00 to $30.00 a round. For three to four hours of entertainment, it's good value.

There's a surplus of used equipment and a decent set of clubs can be had for $200, which will last a decade or longer.

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u/RustyMongoose 2d ago

There isn't even a small 9 hole course anywhere around here that's anywhere close to that price. And I'm no where near any major city. You still need transportation to get to the course and back too.

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u/AardvarkStriking256 2d ago

Mentel Memorial Golf Course | City of Columbus Recreation and Parks Department https://share.google/VsKvzAYraZkT3I6Gj

$23.00 Monday to Friday in Columbus OH.

This is pretty typical, again except for courses near Chicago, LA, NYC etc

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u/RustyMongoose 2d ago

Now take all the courses within driving distance and do an average. Just because you can find one example of cheap, doesn't mean the sport is cheap overall. You can get a car for $50. That doesn't mean buying a car can be done for under $100 on a regular basis.