As a result of my brand new ERC and the higher altitude, the course felt a bit short. However, the lack of distance is compensated by the tight fairways and the deep ravines give adequate protection to the greens. But the Hornbill does not need the pristine greens or carpet fairways to make its name. The cool air and clean living should be attraction enough. Like the difference between Kuching and Kuala Lumpur, the Hornbill and the Mines can be likened to the tale of two cities.
Different strokes are for different folks.