Friday 10 July 2009
The creator of the innovative range of Stewart Golf trolleys has received the ultimate ministerial endorsement after being invited to 10 Downing Street to meet Prime Minister Gordon Brown. Mark Stewart is the man behind the luxurious remote controlled trolleys such as the X3 and the F1 Lithium, which retails at a cool £2,500. And with UK celebrities such as Vernon Kay...
Written by TG Equipment Writer on Friday 17 July 2009
JDC Electronics has introduced a handy device for measuring wind speed on the golf course so golfers can analyse their yardages and shot shapes in windy conditions. The Skywatch Eole 1 Anemometer can measure any windspeed from 1mph and stronger. Obviously the device cannot be used in competitive rounds but is ideal for practice rounds and on the range. www.skyview.co.uk £62.00...
Written by TG Equipment Writer on Friday 17 July 2009
Leading electric trolley manufacturer Powakaddy has announced that it has introduced a two-year warranty as standard across all its electric ranges. Earlier this year the company announced a two-year warranty on its flagship range the Freeway II but that has now been extended across the board at no additional cost. For more details visit: http://powakaddy.com/support/warranty-registration/...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Equipment Editor on Tuesday 21 July 2009
John Daly was, without doubt, the most colourful man at Turnberry last week with his lairy clothes capturing the imagination amongst the TV viewers and spectators in the stands. And while the bright trousers were often the talk of the town, the two-time Major winner was also showcasing his own range of Druh belts throughout the week. Daly, who eventually tied for an impressive...
Written by TG Equipment Writer on Friday 24 July 2009
Skintight tops, such as Equmen undershirts, seem to be all the rage on the golf course these days – but it’s more about performance than fashion on the fairways. The technology and science behind these performance shirts could get a man halfway to Mars, but it is the performance benefits on the course that will interest the golfers out there. Equmen’s Core Precision...
Written by TG Staff Writer on Monday 27 July 2009
ProStance’s Becky Brewerton scored a final round of 70 for a four round total of 270, 18-under-par, at Panorámica Golf & Country Club in Castelló to record a stunning six stroke victory at the Open de España Femenino. She finished six clear of fellow Welshwoman Breanne Loucks, Italian Diana Luna and Spaniards Tania Elosegui and Emma Cabrera-Bello. It was Becky’s second Ladies...
Written by TG Features Writer on Wednesday 29 July 2009
Direct Golf UK’s Stadium Driving Range, Huddersfield, has undergone an overhaul, including a fantastic new short game area. The new additions are: A deluxe Hotblade Putting Green fitted by Showcase Greens A decking and seating area over-looking the putting green 6 real grass tees 6 high quality astroturf tees 4 real grass chipping greens 1 real full size sand bunker Take the Hotblade Challenge this summer and enter the...
Written by TG Features Writer on Monday 10 August 2009
The 10% of golfers who are lefties usually get a raw deal, but now they’re getting something first for once. It may look like a normal shirt to the untrained eye, but this polo actually features 25% more fabric and a specific stretch panel on and over the leading right shoulder, which helps retain width in the backswing by providing additional...
Written by TG equipment editor on Friday 14 August 2009
Now you can get a distance to the flag from any point on the golf course – even from the bottom of that pond on the 6th hole – thanks to a waterproof GPS device from GolfLogix. The GolfLogix device, powered by Garmin, is specifically designed for the British weather so that it can be used in any conditions without fear...
Written by TG equipment editor on Tuesday 18 August 2009
Ladies European Tour player Rebecca Hudson has joined forces with Dubai apparel label Scorpio Golf, who will design personalised symbols and garments for the former Ladies English Open champion. Hudson, known as Becs, will wear the apparel which has been designed with a Bx logo to incorporate her nickname, the St George’s cross and the colours of the Union Jack flag. She...
Written by TG equipment editor on Friday 21 August 2009
World number eight Geoff Ogilvy has been practicing with new grooves ahead the rule change at the end of the year. The Australian wants to be ahead of the game when the new grooves come into place on January 1, 2010 and he believes they are going to suit players with a top notch short game. Speaking on Twitter, Ogilvy said: “[I’ve]...
Written by TG Features Writer on Monday 24 August 2009
You’ll have the chance to try hundreds of clubs at the Stadium Driving Range, Huddersfield, on from 10am to 5pm on Saturday 5 September. There’ll be a wide selection of drivers, fairways, hybrids, irons, wedges and putters and representatives from all the top manufacturers for you to get your hands on. As well as a full driving range, there’s also a brand new...
Written by TG Features Writer on Friday 28 August 2009
There’s a now a new way to show your support for your favourite football team, with a standbag emblazoned with their club badge and colours. Premier Licensing, which currently includes Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Everton, to coincide with the launch of the new season, and more club designs are set to follow soon. Each bag costs £119 and features seven pockets including a dry...
Written by TG Features Writer on Friday 28 August 2009
Leading US brand Bag Boy have made their innovative and award-winning travel cases available in the UK. The £99.99 Bag Boy T-10 travel cover is made of alliweather polyester and features a combination hard top/soft sided design that provides unmatched protection for today’s oversized clubs, while conveniently folding for easy storage. The heavy duty Anti-Burst Strapping System that and durable skid resistant PVC base...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, Senior Equipment Editor on Monday 7 September 2009
We love Srixon balls on TG, and we know that you do too – and there’s some great news with regards to their massively popular AD333 offering. It’s now even better! In addition to having a great feel to it due to the soft cover, the new Srixon AD333 ball is longer than before due to the larger Energetic Gradient Growth core as well...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Thursday 10 September 2009
Lots of you will know that Golf Pride make brilliant golf grips – stylish, cool and stunningly effective in all sorts of weather conditions. But what you might not know is that in the last 40 Majors the company has racked up an impressive 33 victories, signalling a decade at the very top of the professional game. In fact, every one of the...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Tuesday 15 September 2009
TaylorMade have strengthened their stable of top quality players with the addition of Walker Cup player Sam Hutsby. The 20-year-old has turned professional and pledged his future to the brand – and will immediately put TaylorMade’s new Penta TP ball into play. The Englishman will also use the R9 driver and fairway wood, as well as the Tour preferred irons. Ian Watts, Director...
Written by TG Features Writer on Thursday 24 September 2009
It’s virtually impossible have a good golf swing and low handicap if your set up isn’t spot on and there’s a new product on the market that’s specifically designed to help you get it right. The one metre square Home Bay Indoor mat from Real Play demonstrates a square club face, correct ball position, correct hand position, squared shoulders, squared feet and...
Written by TG Features Writer on Thursday 24 September 2009
The ability to scramble well and save shots is integral if you want to save shots and lower your handicap and a new mat from Real Play. The one metre square mat demonstrates the optimum set up for a short chip, pitch and flop shot, including the club face, ball position, hand position, correct distance from the ball, shoulder position, varying stances and ideal...
Written by TG Features Writer on Friday 6 November 2009
The new Nike Crush golf ball is designed to help you hit it longer and straighter, but with a touch of precision too. The two-piece balls aims to help a wide range of swing speeds – that’s everyone! – hit the ball further thanks to the use of a low compression core. It also uses an optimized cover design to reduce unwanted...