In the world of golf, precision is everything, and the stimpmeter plays a pivotal role in ensuring that greens are up to par.
Invented by Edward S. Stimpson in the 1930s, this simple yet effective tool measures the speed of putting surfaces, providing crucial data for greenkeepers and course managers.
Modern stimpmeters, made of aluminum, have become an essential part of golf course maintenance.
Back in 1978, the USGA standardized the stimpmeter and measured over 2,000 golf courses, revealing an average green speed of about 6.5.
Fast forward to today, and green speeds have dramatically increased, with championship courses often exceeding speeds of 12.