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  • Forgan launches LTD Edition forged blades

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Friday 25 June 2010

    To celebrate its 150th anniversary, Forgan have launched a set of LTD Edition forged blades. The irons have been manufactured from a high grade forged steel and each one has been engraved with distinctive “150 years” and “Since 1860” logos. European Seniors Tour player and former Ryder Cup captain Ian Woosnam has been using them recently and there will be another 150 sets...

  • New Helium Tour waterproofs from Stuburt

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Tuesday 29 June 2010

    Stuburt have released a new line of waterproofs ahead of the Autumn/Winter 2010 season. The company have designed the new suits after consultation with their stable of Tour players including Darren Clarke and Gareth Maybin. The new Helium Tour models have been designed around freedom of movement with contemporary styling. In addition Stuburt’s unique Dri-Back waterproof membrane system and mesh lining offers breathability for added...

  • Callaway release limited edition Jaws wedges

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Tuesday 29 June 2010

    Callaway have released a special production of limited edition X-Series Jaws wedges to the exact same specificications as their Tour players use. The new Jaws CC wedges feature grooves which conform to the new Condition of Competition, which Tour players have to use to meet R&A and USGA rules. They also come with a unique slate grey finish and offer Tour-level playing...

  • Free golf lessons and custom-fit sessions at The Belfry Open Day

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Tuesday 29 June 2010

    Golfers from across the country are being invited to enjoy free golf lessons and custom-fit taster sessions at the PGA National Academy Open Day at The Belfry. The four-time Ryder Cup venue, which is also the testing venue for Today’s Golfer magazine’s comprehensive club tests, is opening its doors on July 21, 2010 to showcase the facilities, equipment and tuition to interested golfers. Deals on big...

  • Ping bosses hit the fairways and the hills for charity

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 30 June 2010

    Ping Europe bosses have raised more than £18,000 after completing a remarkable 44-mile trek over some of England’s highest peaks – with golf bags strapped to their backs. The 19-strong team set off at 4.50am by playing 18 holes at Eskdale Golf Club before tackling 44 miles over two days culminating in a charity golf tournament at the picturesque Keswick Golf Club. En-route...

  • FootJoy stars set to wear special St Andrews shoe

    Written by The Open 2010 on Tuesday 6 July 2010

    With the 150th Open Championship just around the corner, FootJoy have unveiled a unique design of MyJoys which several of their staffers will wear at St Andrews. The FJ Icon shoe has been transformed into four distinctive designs that will be worn by the likes of Lee Westwood, Rory McIlroy and Henrik Stenson. The shoe itself will feature the blue and white...

  • Edfors signs up with Cobra

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Wednesday 21 July 2010

    Three-time winner on the European Tour Johan Edfors has signed an equipment deal with Cobra Golf. The 34-year-old Swede will be using Cobra’s CB irons and the Baffler hybrid, as well as other products from the existing range. “I’m really excited to be involved now with Cobra Golf,” said Edfors. “This brand has been all about innovation, technology and performance. I chose...

  • Update for Ecco Classic Hydromax

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Wednesday 21 July 2010

    ECCO have announced the latest addition to their family of sensational golf shoes in the form of the New Classic Hydromax shoes. The shoe has been immensely popular in recent seasons and the new update for 2010 offers a fusion of traditional style and modern technology. The outsoles have been engineered for enhanced stability through all stages of the golf swing –...

  • Ping launch new Scottsdale putters

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Wednesday 28 July 2010

    Ping putters can be found in golf bags up and down the land, and the new Scottsdale range seems likely to follow suit. The wands feature a new insert material which provides soft feel at impact as well as a crisper sound, which not only offers better feedback, but also improves performance. There are 14 models in the range so you’ll be sure to find a...

  • Video buying guide: Super game-improver irons

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 30 July 2010

    If you are a higher handicapper or someone thinking about taking up golf, you may not understand fully what you are looking for in a set of irons – but the chances are you are going to need what is called a super game-improver set. In the video below TG’s equipment team Jonathan Greathead and David Connor aim to talk you...

  • Video buying guide: Game improver irons

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 30 July 2010

    If you’ve been playing golf for a while without getting any better or you’re looking to bring your handicap down into the mid teens from 20-something then chances are you should be using game-improver irons. But what exactly are game-improver irons and why do they help your game? TG’s gear duo Jonathan Greathead and David Connor discuss the thinking behind these clubs...

  • online golf – Monday’s deal of the day!

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Monday 2 August 2010

    We’ve teamed up with onlinegolf.co.uk to offer TG readers a fantastic deal of the day, and Monday is all about Yonex’s fabulous Nanospeed i driver. The product would normally retail at £230, but if you buy the driver at onlinegolf you will save yourself a massive 61% as the Nanospeed i is now available for just £89.99. What a deal! In terms of...

  • online golf – Wednesday’s deal of the day

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 4 August 2010

    Leading internet retailer online golf are bringing you a deal of the day – every day – for visitors to todaysgolfer.co.uk. Today it’s the turn of Wilson’s Draw RX package set designed for the beginner golfer. This usually retails at £249.99 but for today only online golfer are offering it for £199.99. For that you get everything you need to start your...

  • New T2hole training aid launched

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 4 August 2010

    A new training aid called T2hole has been launched designed to help every aspect of your game from driving to putting. We don’t often feature training aids here but we liked the look of this one and the fact that it is endorsed by Colin Montgomerie’s former coach Denis Pugh is another plus point. It is designed to produce consistency in all shots...

  • Friday’s deal of the day

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 13 August 2010

    The last deal of the day from online golf this week is one for the ladies who want to look good on the golf course. online golf is offering a TaylorMade Ladies Curve Cap for just £4.99 – a great saving on the RRP of £14.99 and an extra saving of £4.79 on what online golf usually sells them for. The cap...

  • Wednesday’s deal of the day

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 11 August 2010

    Ogio bags are considered some of the best stand bags around and today online golf is offering TG.co.uk visitors an extra £10 off the Vaporlite Stand Bag. The bag carries an RRP of £89.99 but you can pick it up for £49.99, that’s £10 less than online golf’s already-discounted price. It is available in striking garnet/fire colour scheme and is lightweight at...

  • New Bumpjump putters launched

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 13 August 2010

    An innovative new concept in putter design has been launched by UK company Bumpjump putters. The new putters feature a raised face which sits about half a centimetre off the ground at address and impact. This means that no debris, such as dirt, sand and water, can come between the striking face and the ball while the putters cannot be stubbed, even when coming in at...

  • Monday’s deal of the day

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Monday 16 August 2010

    Many golfers will have long dreamed of being in Tiger Woods’ shoes – and now they can with Monday’s deal of the day from online golf. The retailer is offering TG.co.uk readers an extra £20 off their usual price of the Nike Air Zoom TW shoes – the same shoes the world No1 wears. You can pick them up for £99.99, which...

  • Ping Collection launch all-in-one winter golf trouser

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Saturday 14 August 2010

    Ping Collection have launched a new winter trouser that doubles up as a waterproof layer when the weather turns nasty. The new all-in-one waterproof Torsion trouser can be used as normal, every day trousers for the golf course but they are also water and wind proof meaning golfers needn’t carry the extra weight of separate waterproof trousers round with them. Constructed from...

  • Video Review: PING G15 hybrid

    Written by David Connor on Sunday 15 August 2010

    There’s no doubting that Ping’s G15 hybrid is a strange-looking beast – but it has been designed like this for a reason and that is to make the game easier to play. Some golfers may have been put off initially by the aesthetics of the club but it could be that they are missing a trick because former US Masters winner...

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