Read the following context and choose the best option to answer the question.
Context: Naturally , my curiosity became a hobby , and the hobby blossomed into passion . Now , it 's general knowledge that the game of golf is a pretty expensive game : clubs , balls , sportswear , and ( the champion of them all ) driving range membership . Being a thrifty consumer , I scouted the internet to see if I can get any tips on golfing without having to spend hundreds , or even thousands , on lessons that would probably hurt my back , my ego and my wallet .
Question: Why is the game of golf a pretty expensive game ?
Options: 
- Because the equipment costs a lot of money .
 - Because I am a thrifty consumer .
 - Because my curiosity became a hobby .
 - Because it 's general knowledge .


Because the equipment costs a lot of money .