Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 16 April 2010
A newly-qualified PGA pro has launched a new fashion brand, Parallel Clothing, just a year after becoming a teaching professional. Andy Smith, from Leicester, combined his studies for the PGA exams with setting up his own golf fashion label and now wants to help golfers improve their appearance on the fairways as well as their swings. Parallel Clothing lines include a range...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 16 April 2010
Cobra golf have launched the newest version of the groundbreaking Baffler hybrid club – the Baffler Rail H. First launched 35 years ago, the Baffler was the first of its kind and helped revolutionise golf. Now rescue clubs are commonplace in most golfers’ bags. Now, the latest incarnation of the Baffler has been unveiled and is designed to make it easier for...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 16 April 2010
adidas have launched the next generation ClimaCool fabric in their new range of polo shirts, designed to regulate body temperature. ClimaCool with CoolMax Energy fabric utilises scientifically-designed microfibres to improve airflow to the skin, resulting in extra cooling and ultimately more energy to play at peak performance long into a round. Highly-synthetic construction pulls sweat away from the body and increases...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 16 April 2010
Forged iron gurus Mizuno have launched a revolutionary Swing DNA fitting system that will recommend the correct shaft for golfers in their irons after just three swings. The Swing DNA Shaft Optimiser is a device fitted to the shaft of a Mizuno demo six iron. After just three swings it will measure the clubhead speed, tempo, shaft toe down, shaft kick...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 16 April 2010
Leading trolley manufacturer PowaKaddy has become an official supplier to the English Golf Union to support the country’s best up-and-coming players. The two year agreement will see PowaKaddy provide product support to the England Squad in addition to other initiatives to be announced later in the year. All members of the England Squad will receive all white England team colour Freeway...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 22 April 2010
Bushnell Outdoor Sports has been unveiled as the preferred supplier to the European Ryder Cup team ahead of the event at Celtic Manor this October. The company, which specialises in sports optics, premium eyewear and outdoor accessories, includes brands such as Bushnell Bollé and Serengeti. This means the European Ryder Cup team, caddies and referees will be provided with Bushnell Laser Rangefinders for practice...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 22 April 2010
World-renowned shoe specialists Geox have unveiled a stunning new range of breathable golf shoes as they look to move into the golf market. The Italian company have long been the number one casual footwear brand in their home country but now they are determined to breathe new life into the golf market with a new range. The new golf range combines the patented...
Written by Jon Greathead on Monday 26 April 2010
When it comes to producing clubs designed to help you improve, Nike Golf have been ahead of the game for a while now. The launch of their first square-headed driver in 2007 really made people stand up and take notice of what the Nike Golf engineers were doing. The high MOI nature of the big dog meant it was more...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 29 April 2010
PING Collection has announced the launch of the contemporary and stylish Velo polo-shirt as part of its Spring/Summer 2010 collection. Designed for golfers of all ages, the Velo features a classic yet understated print design on the front chest to give it a fresh, modern look. The Velo is made from 100% polyester fabric that is lightweight, extremely crease resistant and quick...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 6 May 2010
Druh Belts & Buckles have added a bit of sparkle to their new range for 2010 with a selection of diamante-encrusted designs and a new ‘db’ logo. The belts have become a big hit on tour in recent years with players such as Robert Karlsson, Paul McGinlay, Thongchai Jaidee and David Howell wearing them. And the new designs have been created to entice...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 6 May 2010
John Letters have announced the launch of their new range of forged TP wedges for 2010. The Scottish-based company, which has been manufacturing golf clubs for 92 years, have forged the new wedges from the finest 304 stainless steel to offer a super-soft feel for the ultimate in greenside control. Designed with feedback from tour professionals, the new TP wedges feature a CNC...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Thursday 13 May 2010
One of the main problems facing golfers when it comes to putting is how to aim properly – and with this in mind, TaylorMade have launched the new Corza Ghost flatstick. Rossa Tour Staff professional and putting instructor Dave Stockton has been heavily involved in the project which is all about making it easier to aim – and the first thing you notice about the putter is...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Wednesday 19 May 2010
If you’re desperate to improve your golf this summer, but fearful of the usual British weather, it may not be all doom and gloom. My Personal Golf Trainer is a new computerised training aid – endorsed by instruction wizard David Leadbetter – and is about to hit the stores. It has been designed to be used with a Nintendo Wii, so you can now hone...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Thursday 20 May 2010
If you’re struggling for consistency with your irons, then the new Cleveland HB3 irons might be right up your street. The HB3 irons are a hybrid set packed full of innovative technologies in order to help the game-improver do just that – through improving consistency across the board. They feature a deep centre of gravity which gives a towering ball flight and...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Thursday 20 May 2010
Better-player irons are normally stunningly-beautiful clubs, and the new Idea Pro Black CB1 irons from Adams Golf are no exception. The forged carbon steel head provides all the workability and feel that skilled players look for, and the dramatic nickel-chrome and black PVD finish really do add a touch of class in the looks department. The Idea Pro Black CB1 irons also...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Friday 28 May 2010
Former Ryder Cup captain Sam Torrance has rejoined equipment brand John Letters of Scotland, nearly 40 years after he signed his first contract with them. Torrance has captured 43 professional wins in a sparkling career that has also seen him play in eight Ryder Cups and skipper the side to victory at the Belfry. “It’s lovely, I’m back to my roots. The...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 3 June 2010
Stuburt have launched a new range of Vector knitwear for those summer days this year when the sun isn’t splitting the trees. The Summer 2010 collection features a sweater and a slipover in either white or charcoal. Manufactured from 100% cotton, both garments utilise lycra yarns in the rib areas for a better fit and added comfort in order to aid the...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 3 June 2010
A revolutionary training aid called i-trainer has been launched to help golfers identify and fix the problems in their own swing. The i-Trainer, launched by sports technology company Insight, is a small, electronic device that clamps on to the club shaft just below the grip to accurately measure and analyse swing characteristics for any club in the bag. The device will give...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Sunday 6 June 2010
While the production of everything from golf clubs to cars to computer chips has been moving abroad in recent years, Golfstream is bucking the trend by sourcing and manufacturing its brand new Revolution trolley right here in good old Blighty! The Centerbury-based company are already well known for providing spare parts for electric trolleys but now they have launched their very...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 9 June 2010
A new training aid from Quad-Netz promises to turn your garden into a practice zone, while keeping the kids happy in the process. The Quad-Netz has been uniquely designed to transform itself into football and rugby goals, cricket nets and a golf practice net, which should help justify the purchase to any disapproving partners! The mesh nets are easily attached with velcro...