They claim that equipment rules are fine for elite players but question the need for any equipment rules for the everyday player. At first glance, this argument has some tantalizing qualities. But scratch below the surface a bit, and you'll find substantial reasons why that notion should not be supported. First, varying skill levels among golfers is already accounted for under the rules. Courses feature several tees for players of differing abilities.
Players can simply slide up or back according to their skill level.
Likewise, the USGA Handicap System takes into account players of differing abilities in the allocation of strokes. You can enjoy a fair match no matter where you play or with whom. Thus, two sets of rules are not necessary to level the field of play. Second, one set of rules allows us to compare ourselves against the best players in the world. Golf remains about the only major sport where a player can play on the same field with the same equipment as the best in the world.