[georgshult]

I know Woodley farily well. I grew up in No Hollywood and played there regularly when I was first starting to learn the game. Very flat, easy course. I don't know Tierra Rejada at all. One factor can be wind. I recall Wooley can get somewhat windy, so that is taken into consideration when courses are rated.

I agree with Ty's post. IIRC, Woodleys' slope rating is very low. But yes, I've found that when two players with similar handicaps play together, the one who plays harder golf courses usually has the advantage.

The wind is much more a factor at Tierra Rejada since much of it is on top of hills.

A one shot difference between the two courses is a joke. I know how to win more tournaments at my home courses (Encino/Balboa); I just need to start posting 5-6 scores a month at Sterling Hills, Tierra Rejada and other 129-140 sloped courses.

Here's a shot of number eight at TR. The tee is not far from where the camera is. The fairway (right) runs diagonally and is about 120 yards below you. You have to carry that valley to reach the fairway. Go over it and you are dead. See any level lies out there? That's #1 on the left with two water hazards along the left side.