What is the Hacker’s Guide?

The Hacker’s Guide is the first complete state-by-state golf course rating system since the United States Golf Association (USGA) established par and slope ratings. It all started with the Hacker's Guide to Twin Cities Golf Courses but soon, the Hacker’s Guide plans on rolling out guides to eventually include a review of the close to 16,000 golf courses nationwide.

Buy the 2009 Twin Cities Guide

The Hacker’s Guide visited all of the 18-hole public golf courses in the Twin Cities (87 courses) during 2008. Each course was reviewed utilizing the Hacker Rating System.

Inside the book are ratings and reviews for all courses organized by region, 400-word write-ups, contact information, websites and distances. In addition you will find information on famous Minnesota golfers, Minnesota golf history, and the 2009 Hacker's Favorite Award winners.

At only $14.95 (plus shipping), you willl be buying a trustworthy playing partner for your game.

Become a Course Rater

Yes, it’s true! You can play free golf this summer by becoming a member of Team Hacker. We are currently recruiting 100 writers to join the team which will be rating more than 250 golf courses in Minnesota & Wisconsin. As a new member you’d be getting a lot of perks:

  • Play FREE Golf All Summer
  • Wear FREE Hacker Team Apparel
  • Chance to WIN a FREE Golf Trip
  • Your Friends Play FREE Golf Too
  • See Your Course Ratings In Print