For many golfers, enjoying a fine cigar out on the fairways is as much a part of the game as dropping a birdie putt. A well-chosen, premium cigar enhances the smoking experience, adding a layer of relaxation, sophistication and heavenly aroma to each round, but what makes a cigar ideal for the golf course? First Read more…
At this week’s Memorial and U.S. Women’s Open, some new Ping equipment might just find its way into the bags of some players. That’s because the company is bringing to tour its i240 irons and iDi utility irons, and although the company is keeping the lid on technical details, photos provide some clues on the Read more…
The phone started ringing early and often on Monday morning. It’s a sound J.J. Van Wezenbeeck, Titleist’s director of player promotion, has become accustomed to hearing every May when new product is released.
If you missed the release of Paradym Ai Smoke Triple Diamond Max last season, don’t worry, you weren’t the only one. Initially seeded on tour to pros looking for a slight uptick in spin and off-center forgiveness, the driver quickly became Callaway’s most-played model on tour in 2024. Tour demand generally leads to retail demand, Read more…
While you might find the visual appeal of Super Game Improvement irons in the same category as marmite, like the benefits of the derivative of yeast extract that doubles as a spreadable paste, the allure of the Super Game Improvement iron category is as clear as a mythical fountain of youth: Restore those lost yards Read more…
The compact shape and thin topline on TaylorMade’s P770 might scream, “You are not that guy.” Players’ irons are designed for golfers with above-average ball-striking, and maybe your ball-striking isn’t consistent. But there’s always an exception to every rule — and P770 is it. Before the P770 came along, there was P790. The iron ushered Read more…
It’s not that Katsuhiro Miura invented the idea of forging irons—or even perfected it. (Truly, he never stopped rethinking the way forged steel could become a work of art and a golf club at the same time). Miura, the founder and chief designer of Miura Golf, went about his work with a distinct passion and Read more…
As Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler and Tommy Fleetwood start their pursuit of the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow, more under the radar is the fact that their endorsement cheques from one of the biggest equipment manufacturers on the planet might soon have a different signature on them.
CHARLOTTE — Vokey tour rep Aaron Dill doesn’t stand still for long during a major championship week. One second he’s offering wedge feedback on the range, the next, he’s back in the Titleist truck building a fresh lob wedge for a club pro who might be lucky to see him once per year. It’s all Read more…
CHARLOTTE — Equipment superstitions exist at the highest level of professional golf. Just because a pro’s resume boasts a couple of tour wins and a major title doesn’t make them immune to bad juju. You do whatever it takes to keep the Golf Gods happy. Let’s use Sahith Theegala’s 7-iron as an example. During the Read more…
Whether you’re shopping for the father who has it all or the dad who’s just getting into the swing of the sport, these great golf gift ideas are sure to put a smile on dad’s face and help him up his game all year long. From repurposed umbrellas that double as conversation starters to cashmere-blend Read more…
The PGA of America believes a constructive dialogue is now being had with the R&A and USGA. How much that impacts what the pros are playing at the PGA Championship versus the golfers watching at home remains to be seen.
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