The big debate on whether the pin should be left in or take out during a golf shot is something that has fallen to personal preference. Most amateurs do not look at the stats of whether the pin is left in has a greater percentage of sinking. They judge their decision by feel. I have friends who are on the opposite side of the fence on this issue. Personally, I will do either, but prefer to have the pin removed. After all of this, putting is not what I am talking about when I suggest pulling the pin. Lets focus on chipping today.