Want help in the sand? Grab a scorecard pencil

No matter whether your wedge is brand new or 20 years old, you’re still facing the same dilemma in a greenside bunker. You’ve got to trust that if you make a big swing through the sand with it and purposely miss the ball, the shot is going to come out high and soft and stop Read more…

Need more touch around the greens? Deaden the strike

High-lofted wedges are more forgiving and userfriendly than ever. In addition to being designed to glide along the turf better, many have bigger heads and grooves from one end of the face to the other. Not only do they give you a decent result on less-than-perfect strikes, they also can add more touch to your Read more…

Bridgestone e12 Series golf balls: What you need to know

The latest iteration of Bridgestone’s e12 family of golf balls consists of three models: HiLaunch, Straight and Speed. The designs are targeted at three specific types of players based off data gleaned by the four-million-plus ball fittings conducted by the company.

Cobra King and King X wedges: What you need to know

Cobra’s latest King line of wedges uses a metal-injection moulding process that produces tighter manufacturing tolerances, reducing the need for hand polishing that can lead to inconsistencies from club to club.

Ping G440 drivers: What you need to know

The Ping G440 driver line-up (G440 Max, G440 SFT, G440 LST) mixes something different with its traditional focus on forgiveness for a slightly new approach to more distance.

Rickie Fowler signs long-term extension with Cobra Puma Golf

Cobra Puma Golf continues to make headlines on the equipment signing front. Two weeks after Max Homa was introduced as the brand’s newest staffer, Rickie Fowler inked a long-term extension that will see him remain a focal point “for years to come.” Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Fowler turned pro in 2009 Read more…

Srixon ZXi irons: What you need to know

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Srixon’s newest iron lineup is designed for practically every player type. That’s not an exaggeration. With three distinct models (ZXi4, ZXi5, ZXi7) and a utility (ZXiU) on the menu, it’s possible to mix and match irons boasting different materials, face designs and internal constructions. AVAILABILITY/PRICING: $185.71 per iron for all Read more…

Srixon ZXi drivers: What you need to know

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: With a new face technology leading the way, the all-new ZXi drivers (standard, LS, Max) cater to golfers with specific wants and needs in three redesigned head shapes. The level of adjustability is unlike anything Srixon previously has produced and features various weight port locations to adjust shot shape and Read more…

Srixon ZXi fairway woods: What you need to know

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Think of Srixon’s ZXi fairway woods as a smaller version of its driver. The club houses several key driver technologies for 2025, including i-Flex, rebound frame and a 1.5-degree hosel sleeve. With a multitude of loft offerings, it’s possible to find a strong secondary option off the tee or a Read more…

Srixon ZXi hybrids: What you need to know

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Boasting a larger head profile and ball-speed-inducing technologies, Srixon’s ZXi hybrids are designed to pack a punch and deliver an extra level of forgiveness on off-center strikes. The 12-way adjustable hosel allows for additional modifications to alter loft, lie and face angle. AVAILABILITY/PRICING: $280. ZXi (17, 19, 22, 25, 28 Read more…