The allowed usages of Distance Measuring Devices (DMDs) are identified under Rule 4.3a(1), (2) and (3). More detailed information and examples can be found on either the R&A’s or USGA’s websites.

Google Maps now gives users the ability to measure the distance between two or more locations simply my placing markers down on a map. The feature, available only in Maps on the web for now, lets ...

Q: I know that Google Maps allows you to measure distances, but I can’t figure out where to find this option. A: There are so many powerful and somewhat hidden features of Google Maps and for those ...