Bushnell Tour V3 Slope Edition $305.98 - Worth it?

[gciofalo]

Just noticed the Bushnell Tour V3 Slope Edition is $305.98 on Amazon!

http://www.amazon.co...r/dp/B00AHPQB42

[Dave2512]

Great device love mine. But no not a great deal, got one on eBay for $262 shipped.

Oops I didn't see the slope part. Mine is the V3 Tour, that is 262 shipped.

[saevel25]

Just noticed the Bushnell Tour V3 Slope Edition is $305.98 on Amazon!

http://www.amazon.co...r/dp/B00AHPQB42

Besides the fact you can't post any rounds to your handicap when you use it. I don't see the significance of using slope anyways. I think the adjustment depends more on flight trajectory. I rather just make the judgement call myself. In that regard, you can get the normal Tour V3 for $299 off amazon.

Rule 14-3

Rangefinders and other Electronic Distance Measuring Devices

Q.  Is it legal under the Rules of Golf to use a Rangefinder or other Electronic Distance Measuring device?

A.  The use of a distance-measuring device is a breach of Rule 14-3, which states that during a stipulated round, the player shall not use any artificial device or unusual equipment for the purpose of gauging or measuring distance or conditions which might affect his play (Rule 14-3).

The USGA Handicap System requires players to post scores made when a device which measures distance only has been used (regardless of whether the Committee has adopted the Local Rule described below). Scores made while using a device which measures other conditions which might affect play (e.g., wind speed or the slope of the ground) are not acceptable for Handicapping purposes. Please refer to Section 5-1 of the USGA Handicap System Manual regarding acceptable scores. USGA Handicap Home Page

[jamo]

I'd try to find the version without slope, but otherwise that's a pretty good deal.

[gciofalo]

Great device love mine. But no not a great deal, got one on eBay for $262 shipped.

Oops I didn't see the slope part. Mine is the V3 Tour, that is 262 shipped.

I figured it wasn't the slope for $262. Thanks for the reply.

[jackieMoon]

Great deal but like everyone said. Id go for the one without slope. Still give yourself some calculating to do

[JP golf]

A range finder is one of the best investments in your game that you can make...  As many others said, I recommend the non-slope version...  I have the Tour V2 and love it!!