Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 27 October 2010
The PGA National Fitting Academy at the Belfry welcomed hundreds of golfers through its doors at its latest open day. Visitors were able to see the latest equipment from the nine major manufacturers based at the Belfry’s fitting centre. TaylorMade exhibited its brand new Tour truck at the venue while the open day was also the first time Titleist’s new 910 drivers had been...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 27 October 2010
It’s coming to that time of year again when changing the cleats on your golf shoes is definitely a good idea – and Softspikes have brought out new Pulsar cleats to convince you to do just that. The Pulsar cleat features a 16 component design that reacts to every angle of force exerted by the golfer. As part of this design, flexor knuckles...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Tuesday 26 October 2010
At this time of year a warming golf sweater is as welcome as a 300-yard drive and that’s why Ping Collection have launched their new Helix sweater in time for the colder weather. The Helix sweater features a classic intarsia argyle design with a modern twist that and is available in three colour options, Grey Marl Multi, Black Multi and Smoke...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Monday 25 October 2010
Italian hotshot and Titleist ambassador Matteo Manassero wowed the golfing world with his incredible victory to become the youngest ever winner on the European Tour. The 17-year-old shot to prominence in last year’s Open Championship where he won the Silver Medal as an amateur after winning the British Amateur Championship – a victory that also qualified him to play in this...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 22 October 2010
Phil Mickelson may be known as one of the best wedge players in the world, but he’s pretty handy with the short stick too and now Odyssey have launched a putter styled on Lefty’s famous blade. The new Odyssey PT-82 ProType is styled on the model Mickelson used to win the Masters at Augusta this year. The PT-82 is one for the...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Friday 22 October 2010
Nike Golf have introduced their new Performance Carry bag for 2011 that enhances comfort and stability. The bag features a ventilated back pad which provides better cushioning in important areas. It also utilises Nike’s world-famous Air technology in the strap, which means the bag sits more comfortably on your shoulders. The Air Curved strap also helps to even out the load on...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 21 October 2010
Yonex may not be known for their pedigree when it comes to putters but our team at TG’s 2010 putters test all agreed that the Yonex Cyberstar CP-01 short stick would be a worthy addition to any bag. The putter features a new face material called “M2052”, which is apparently used in precision audio equipment to absorb bad vibrations and allow...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 21 October 2010
TaylorMade caused a storm earlier this year when they launched the Corza Ghost mallet putter complete with bright white head – and now they’ve followed that up with a more traditional-shape Rossa Corza Daytona model. If you are an eagle-eyed follower of the Tours you’ll have noticed several players using a prototype model in recent months. Players such as Sergio Garcia,...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 20 October 2010
There’s no doubting that Yes are one of the hot putter brands on tour at the moment with many a player using them without endorsement. Henrik Stenson, Edoardo Molinari, Peter Hanson and Jim Furyk are just a few of the players to have put a Yes into play. In fact, Furyk won the Tour Championship and the FedEx Cup using a Yes model...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 20 October 2010
Padraig Harrington may have won his first tournament for two years at the weekend but the big story from an equipment point of view is that he did it with the brand new Wilson Staff FG Tour wedges in his bag. The Irishman is considered one of the best wedge players on the planet and he used the new FG Tour...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Monday 18 October 2010
The Belfry are offering free custom fitting sessions and lessons from their top-quality coaches at an open day this month. The PGA National Academy at the world-renowned venue, which has hosted the Ryder Cup on the Brabazon course on four separate occasions, is opening its doors to the public on Sunday October 24, 2010. As part of the day golfers can ascertain the...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Saturday 16 October 2010
Nike have wowed the golfing world with the launch of their stunning new SQ Machspeed black driver. The new driver follows up on the previous Machspeed model but this is enhanced not only in terms of incredible aesthetics but in performance too. It is designed to be even more streamlined and aerodynamic than ever before leading to faster clubhead speed and...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 14 October 2010
When it comes to putter design few companies have pushed the envelope more than Odyssey and now they’re doing it again with a new range of Backstryke putters. They’ve never been afraid of innovation and that includes pressing ahead with ideas that some golfers may think a little strange – such as the Backstryke where the hosel connects to the back...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 14 October 2010
If putting is all about confidence in the way a putter looks and feels then the Snake Eyes Tour Platinum putter must be one of the best around. While Snake Eyes might not be the first name to spring to mind when it comes to putters, the traditional anser-style shape is extremely easy on the eye and the chrome finish is appealing. But...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 14 October 2010
Callaway Golf have added the new Hyperbolic SL shoe to their golf shoe line-up. The Hyperbolic SL is a performance-based shoe with a sporty look and features lightweight microfibre uppers, a low-profile stability outsole and a heel balance stability support system. Callaway say they also include something Gel Comfortech Wrap Technology and Xtra Width Technology Adjustable Fit System. This all sounds extremely complicated...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 14 October 2010
Func Factory, one of Sweden’s foremost golf clothing brands, has launched in the UK. The brand, which specialises in waterproof clothing, is being distributed exclusively in the UK by Masters Golf and is now available in around 140 stores nationwide. Func Factory was created by Ove Hogfeldt, the founder of Cross Sportswear and a former board member of innovative fabric manufacturer Gore. The...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 13 October 2010
John Letters have also introduced a T9+ hybrid and iron range to complement the new drivers and woods. And, like the woods, the hybrids and irons both feature the innovative Feel Cell Technology to improve feedback and feel, even on off-centre strikes. The irons feature a forged head but they are still aimed at providing a more forgiving golf club to game-improvement...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 13 October 2010
John Letters have unveiled the newest range in their line up – the T9+ drivers and fairway woods. The new range incorporates what John Letters call Feel Cell Technology and this is designed to improve feel and feedback. A rubber-like material in the back of the head dampens bad vibrations when the club is hit off centre so it still feels like...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Sunday 10 October 2010
One of the most exciting product launches of 2010 is Titleist’s new 910 D2 and 910 D3 drivers. The clubs represent the first ever adjustable-headed drivers in Titleist’s range and allow the golfer to adjust loft and lie independently of each other in 16 different positions. The adjustability is designed to allow you to fine-tune the club to promote a particular shot...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Sunday 10 October 2010
Renowned GPS and satnav firm Snooper have entered the range finder market with the launch of their new Shotsaver S400. The device has been designed specifically for golf and can pinpoint targets up to 400 yards away. It also features a specific Pole Position technology setting which will automatically hone in on a flag from up to 250 yards away. But the big...