The Links Card is the next evolution of a discount card.
We’re creating a network of partner courses that are using collective marketing benefits to drive traffic into hard to market slots – expiring tee times.
From members
From partner courses
Years in the business
gaps filled every year
Remember, our primary goal is to protect your brand so we encourage you to use restrictions in order to limit your offer to where you need results. That might be 24 hour advanced booking and limited to Mondays after 12pm or no limit booking 7 days a week. It's wherever you want results.
Tighter restrictions can limit traffic but it protects your brand and yields.
This is a very common question and concern for both courses and golfers. How many times can an offer be redeemed?
Because of the nature of our platform, our default is unlimited because we want to continually drive results into the time frames you need whether or not it's accomplished by the same golfer over and over. This creates a long term affect where value golfers are pushed into slots you need filled - ie, turning them into an effective yield management crowd.
However, you're welcome to limit the number of uses. Just add it as a restriction.
Once we have our restrictions set, it's time to figure out an offer to drive traffic into our desired time frames. First, consider the opportunity cost. If your tee time expires at $0, what would you wish you had sold it for?
Next consider the restrictions. If you have broad restrictions like 7 day advanced booking and good anytime then we suggest smaller savings. If you're using 24 hour advanced booking on weekdays only, we suggest a larger discount to motivate action.
We will say that the most successful offers are tighter restrictions + bigger savings.
Of course, there are plenty of other factors to consider like audience size, demographics, or even the season. Luckily, your offer isn't set in stone and you can change it anytime throughout the year.
Carts are another opportunity for win-win.
Including them can boost the effectiveness of your offer and keep your pace of play where you want it.
90% of our partner courses include them.
This is the savings off your retail rates for greens fees and cart fees, if applicable.
Not currently a partner course
Bandon Crossings Golf Course, nestled in the charming town of Bandon, Oregon, offers an exceptional golfing experience for players of all skill levels. Designed by renowned architect Dan Hixson and established in 2007, this 18-hole, par-72 course stretches over 6,855 yards from the back tees. With a slope rating of 138 and a rating of 74.2, Bandon Crossings provides a challenging yet accessible round of golf.
The course boasts a diverse layout that takes advantage of the natural terrain, featuring fairways lined with lush winter rye grass and meticulously maintained bent grass greens. Practice facilities, including a driving range, pitching/chipping area, and putting green, ensure that golfers can hone their skills before hitting the links.
Bandon Crossings has consistently ranked among the top courses in Oregon by Golf Advisor, securing the #4 spot in both 2021 and 2022. Its well-maintained conditions and friendly staff have garnered praise from golfers, making it a must-play destination for those seeking a memorable golfing experience.
Golfers who have experienced Bandon Crossings Golf Course rave about its exceptional qualities. The course conditions are consistently praised, with particular admiration for the beautifully rolling bent grass greens, a testament to the dedication of the course superintendent. Unlike some coastal courses in the area, Bandon Crossings enjoys a more sheltered location, offering a respite from strong winds.
The affordability of Bandon Crossings is another highlight, often described as a "great alternative" to pricier neighboring courses. Golfers appreciate the excellent value for money, without compromising on course quality or enjoyment. The fun and interesting layout adds to the appeal, making it a favorite among those seeking a challenging yet enjoyable round of golf.
The Links Card wholeheartedly concurs with the positive sentiments expressed by golfers. Bandon Crossings Golf Course delivers exceptional value, offering a well-maintained course, friendly staff, and an overall enjoyable golfing experience. The course's affordability, coupled with its high-quality conditions and engaging layout, makes it a hidden gem in the Bandon area.
Whether you're exploring the renowned courses of Bandon Dunes or simply seeking a delightful round of golf, Bandon Crossings Golf Course promises an unforgettable experience. Its commitment to excellence and dedication to golfer satisfaction make it a must-play destination for golf enthusiasts of all levels.
*Our information is based on reviews and descriptions from across the internet
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 74.2/138 | 420 | 375 | 420 | 495 | 545 | 235 | 430 | 455 | 175 | 3550 | 390 | 195 | 535 | 575 | 190 | 355 | 325 | 170 | 570 | 3305 | 6855 |
| Blue M: 71.4/130 W: 77.7/142 | 375 | 345 | 400 | 475 | 505 | 210 | 355 | 425 | 155 | 3245 | 360 | 165 | 500 | 495 | 180 | 335 | 315 | 130 | 545 | 3025 | 6270 |
| Blue/White M: 70.2/127 | 340 | 345 | 375 | 475 | 505 | 175 | 335 | 395 | 145 | 3090 | 325 | 165 | 500 | 495 | 155 | 335 | 315 | 130 | 495 | 2915 | 6005 |
| White M: 69.2/123 W: 75.0/135 | 340 | 325 | 375 | 455 | 470 | 175 | 335 | 395 | 145 | 3015 | 325 | 135 | 465 | 470 | 155 | 310 | 300 | 110 | 495 | 2765 | 5780 |
| White/Red M: 66.9/118 W: 72.5/128 | 310 | 325 | 325 | 455 | 470 | 175 | 275 | 370 | 145 | 2850 | 275 | 135 | 420 | 400 | 120 | 310 | 300 | 110 | 410 | 2480 | 5330 |
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 72 | 6855 yards | 74.2 | 138 |
| North Black | 71 | 6720 yards | 73.5 | 137 |
| Blue | 72 | 6270 yards | 71.4 | 130 |
| Blue (W) | 72 | 6270 yards | 77.7 | 142 |
| North Blue (W) | 71 | 6135 yards | 77.0 | 138 |
**We have not verified the course website. Many links are based on google search results**
Our partner courses have come to love, enjoy, and look forward to their staff memberships each year.
Our members call your proshop and identify themselves as Links Card members. When paying their greens fees, they show their membership card to your staff.
You can restrict it to a 1 time offer or allow our members to redeem it as many times as they'd like.
Most of our partner courses allow for unlimited redemption because the special offer restrictions are so beneficial yields.
We don't charge our partner courses to participate on The Links Card platform.
Our revenue comes from selling memberships to golfers to access the special offers.
We simply want you to have the systems in place to reduce $0 tee times, even if they are rare for you.
Our platform allows you to create offers that increase demand during times that you need it, even if it's as small of a window as after 2pm on Mondays.
From what we've seen, it's the time frame when chances of bookings drop drastically and the expected value of a tee time rapidly approaches $0. For most courses, it's the last 24 hours before a tee time.
24 hours if our default but you're welcome to extend your offer out to meet the needs of your course. For example, a more rural course may want to use 72 hours while a resort near a city may want to use 24 hours
Great question and you absolutely can!
It's easy enough to build out an audience of value golfers. From what we've heard from our partner courses, the more difficult and time consuming part is utilizing them without damaging your brand.
Instead of adding another set of processes to your to do list, you can leverage The Links Card and our process to increase your yields for free.
If your course is consistently booked with foursomes and zero gaps, we congratulate you!
The Links Card is a platform that let's you put systems in place to reduce $0 tee times, even if they are rare for you.