Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 17 December 2009
If golfers needed convincing about square-headed drivers then that’s even more the case with fairway woods but Nike’s new SQ Machspeed fairway woods are determined to make their case. The theory is that more weight can be positioned around the perimeter of the clubhead to improve forgiveness but many players were put off by the bulky-looking clubs. However, Nike have worked hard...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 17 December 2009
The new Nike SQ Machspeed driver is built for power, speed and forgiveness – pretty much all the average game improver needs! Interestingly it is the only newly-developed square-headed driver for 2010 as rival manufacturers ditch the square shape for more conventional designs. However, Nike still believe it is hip to be square and insist the shape allows them to move additional...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 17 December 2009
While Nike’s new Mashpeed range is aimed at the higher handicapper and the improving golfer it is already making some waves on tour with Justin Leonard among the pros to have put the driver into play. Featuring a driver, fairway woods, hybrid and irons, the Machspeed range is designed to offer power and forgiveness in equal measure. Read more about the clubs...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 17 December 2009
Callaway’s new X-Series Jaws wedges not only have a cool name, they also feature something called Mack-Daddy grooves as named by Phil Mickelson. Lefty nicknamed the new grooves after being impressed with the amount of spin they gave him during testing and although he will no longer be able to use them after January 1, 2010, amateur players can continue enjoying...
Written by TG Features Writer on Wednesday 16 December 2009
There are only a few hours until the first Fantasy League event so make sure all your golfers are playing at this week’s South African Open. The deadline to pick or change your team is 5am on Thursday 17 December so time is running out to make any tweaks. There are a whole host of fantastic prizes up for grabs from a...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Tuesday 15 December 2009
Powakaddy has developed a winter wheel for trolleys so they can be used all year round on the golf course. In wet conditions trolley wheels can often damage the turf and therefore many greenkeepers are reluctant to allow them on the course during the winter months. But Powakaddy have developed the winter wheels in special consultation with the British and International Golf...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 11 December 2009
If you want to start off the 2010 season as the envy of all your golfing mates, then one way to do it is to stick the new Nike VR STR8-Fit driver in your bag. Not only does it look the business with its striking red, silver and black colour scheme but it is packed full of technology. The headline stealer is...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 11 December 2009
Nike have taken head adjustability to a whole new level with the launch of their new Victory Red (VR) fairway wood. Featuring STR8-Fit technology, the head can be set in any one of 32 different positions to promote different shot shapes. But the technology doesn’t end there. The VR fairway woods also feature Nike’s red compression channel in the sole, positioned just...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 10 December 2009
With Callaway’s new Diablo Edge hybrids the company say they have addressed the issue of hard-to-hit long irons for game improvers. The hybrids are designed to be 32 per cent more forgiving thanks to the higher MOI meaning longer, straighter and more consistent ball flights. An improved sole design also means the clubs can be used more effectively from a variety of...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 10 December 2009
Before designing the new Diablo Edge irons Callaway analysed how most amateurs hit the ball and found the impact position was significantly lower on the face to where the centre of gravity was located. The result is a 50 per cent lower centre of gravity in the Diablo Edge irons and 17 per cent further back in the head. This has...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 10 December 2009
It’s a big boast but Callaway say the new Diablo Edge fairway woods are 10-12 yards longer than the previous model. They say this has been made possible with an aggressive face design which features Variable Thickness Technology (VFT). Essentially this means there is more of a trampoline effect across the entire face rather than just at the sweet spot. The Diablo...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 10 December 2009
The new Diablo Edge driver is the longest, fastest and most forgiving driver Callaway have ever made, according to the company. It is an update on the original Diablo driver but Callaway say it is a significant improvement. The head is a four-piece structure comprising of the sole, crown, face and weight chip and made entirely of ultra-thin sheet titanium. These four pieces...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 10 December 2009
Callaway have released their new Diablo Edge range aimed at helping golfers improve their game. The range is Callaway’s most forgiving to date, according to the company, and features the latest shot-saving technology. In the range is a new driver, fairway woods, hybrid and iron. For details of each follow the links below.
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 10 December 2009
Just days after signing Gareth Maybin to its stable of staff players, Stuburt have announced the signing of his countryman Graeme McDowell, who will now be an ambassador for the brand. Stuburt will announce details of their first ever apparel range in January 2010 and both Maybin and McDowell, currently ranked world no38 following his second-place finish in the Chevron World...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 10 December 2009
Hi-Tec have launched two new golf shoes for 2010 – including a Patriot model to celebrate the Open returning to St Andrews next year. The Patriot shoe features a full grain leather upper with a one year waterproof guarantee, and tonal Champ “Stinger” cleats on the sole. It also has an embroidered St Andrews cross in recognition of the home of golf. The...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Sunday 6 December 2009
Shiny new sets of irons always make us sit up and take notice, especially if, like Srixon’s new Z-TX irons, they promise a 20 per cent bigger sweet spot without compromising playability. The new Z-TX range is designed to appeal to better players who are still looking for that forgiveness when they are not quite on their game. The thin top line...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Sunday 6 December 2009
Srixon have recently launched their new hybrid for 2010 to complement the full range of Z-TX clubs. We know Srixon are now a major player in the golf ball market with some truly excellent products so we were keen to get our hands on their new clubs. The hybrid has been designed with input from Srixon’s range of staff players and is...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Sunday 6 December 2009
Northern Ireland’s Gareth Maybin has signalled the end of a successful debut season on the European Tour in 2009 by signing a deal to become Stuburt’s first golf clothing ambassador. Maybin is currently ranked 55th on the European Tour and has already enjoyed five top ten finishes as well as second place finish at the South African Open in his first...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Sunday 6 December 2009
Stowamatic have launched a new Deluxe cart bag to complement their existing range of powered trolleys. The Deluxe weighs in at just 4kg and features a 14-way club divider and an external putter well if you prefer to keep your short stick separate from the others. In addition the bag features a host of pockets from large to small in which to...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 2 December 2009
Ryder Cup stalwart Lee Westwood has extended his contract with leading club manufacturer PING after winning the inaugural Race to Dubai. The Englishman, who finished the season as Europe’s number one golfer and the 4th best player in the world, has signed a new deal to use PING equipment which extends his professional relationship with the company to more than 16 years...