Can caddies use rangefinders on the course?
Players or caddies may use rangefinders on the course during practice to help create or modify a yardage book that they may consult during the actual tournament. As of 2012, the use of rangefinders is not mentioned in the PGA Tour’s official Player Handbook & Tournament Regulations guide.
Can you use a smartphone as a rangefinder on the golf course?
Under a local rule permitting rangefinders, golfers may use devices such as smartphones or PDAs — provided they measure distance only — according to Appendix IV, Section 5, of the Rules of Golf. Prohibited, however, is any application in violation of Decision 14-3/0.5.
Are laser golf rangefinders legal?
See our Best Legal Golf Rangefinders if you are looking for recommendations for laser golf rangefinders. All of the GPS devices on this site would be “legal”, so check out our Best Golf GPS page to find the one that is right for you.
Can you use a rangefinder on the PGA Tour?
The Professional Golfers’ Association of America doesn’t permit golfers to use rangefinders during competition on any of its pro tours, including the PGA, Nationwide and Champions tours. Players or caddies may use rangefinders on the course during practice to help create or modify a yardage book that they may consult during the actual tournament.