golf question

[galen]

Why are executive-types so into golf?

[SmackFu]

Here's a few reasons:
It's competitive, but doesn't require any loss of dignity to go all out.
You don't have to be in shape (and no injuries), but a lot of practice will pay off and look impressive.
It's expensive, both in equipment costs and in actual playing.
It has historically been very exclusive.
A foursome is a relatively intimate setting for business-types. Smaller than a standard meeting.
They have clubhouses where you can hang out afterwards.

[johnson]

Doesn't require any loss of dignity? You've not spent much time on the golf course, have you SmackFu?

[WillGolfForFood]

Let's not forget that most "executives" tend to be older folk like me.

I'm 53, and like participating in sports - but as a practical matter, I'm just too old to play most sports. Not only can I play golf, I can actually visualize myself as being pretty good at it. (I'm not, but I can visualize it. :) )

You've also got plenty of time to chat with the folks in your foursome while you're out on the course (and you're not out of breath while you're doing so).