Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 7 October 2010
Ping have been producing fantastic putters since 1966 but few have been as eye-catching as the iN Series Wack-E model. It is one of the largest mallet-headed putters on the market today and can look a little strange at first sight. However, the design is not by accident – it has been created to spread weight around the perimeter of the...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 8 October 2010
Ping Collection have launched the new Isotope Fleece top in preparation for the winter golfing months ahead. The functional fleece is water resistant, has thermal properties and is made from 100 % polyester fleece to ensure the warmth both on and off course. It is available in three contemporary colours: Black/Smoke, Hydro/Black and Plantane/Black and carries an RRP of £50. For more information...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Sunday 10 October 2010
One of the most exciting product launches of 2010 is Titleist’s new 910 D2 and 910 D3 drivers. The clubs represent the first ever adjustable-headed drivers in Titleist’s range and allow the golfer to adjust loft and lie independently of each other in 16 different positions. The adjustability is designed to allow you to fine-tune the club to promote a particular shot...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 13 October 2010
John Letters have unveiled the newest range in their line up – the T9+ drivers and fairway woods. The new range incorporates what John Letters call Feel Cell Technology and this is designed to improve feel and feedback. A rubber-like material in the back of the head dampens bad vibrations when the club is hit off centre so it still feels like...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 13 October 2010
John Letters have also introduced a T9+ hybrid and iron range to complement the new drivers and woods. And, like the woods, the hybrids and irons both feature the innovative Feel Cell Technology to improve feedback and feel, even on off-centre strikes. The irons feature a forged head but they are still aimed at providing a more forgiving golf club to game-improvement...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 14 October 2010
Func Factory, one of Sweden’s foremost golf clothing brands, has launched in the UK. The brand, which specialises in waterproof clothing, is being distributed exclusively in the UK by Masters Golf and is now available in around 140 stores nationwide. Func Factory was created by Ove Hogfeldt, the founder of Cross Sportswear and a former board member of innovative fabric manufacturer Gore. The...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 14 October 2010
Callaway Golf have added the new Hyperbolic SL shoe to their golf shoe line-up. The Hyperbolic SL is a performance-based shoe with a sporty look and features lightweight microfibre uppers, a low-profile stability outsole and a heel balance stability support system. Callaway say they also include something Gel Comfortech Wrap Technology and Xtra Width Technology Adjustable Fit System. This all sounds extremely complicated...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 14 October 2010
If putting is all about confidence in the way a putter looks and feels then the Snake Eyes Tour Platinum putter must be one of the best around. While Snake Eyes might not be the first name to spring to mind when it comes to putters, the traditional anser-style shape is extremely easy on the eye and the chrome finish is appealing. But...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Monday 18 October 2010
The Belfry are offering free custom fitting sessions and lessons from their top-quality coaches at an open day this month. The PGA National Academy at the world-renowned venue, which has hosted the Ryder Cup on the Brabazon course on four separate occasions, is opening its doors to the public on Sunday October 24, 2010. As part of the day golfers can ascertain the...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 14 October 2010
When it comes to putter design few companies have pushed the envelope more than Odyssey and now they’re doing it again with a new range of Backstryke putters. They’ve never been afraid of innovation and that includes pressing ahead with ideas that some golfers may think a little strange – such as the Backstryke where the hosel connects to the back...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Friday 22 October 2010
Nike Golf have introduced their new Performance Carry bag for 2011 that enhances comfort and stability. The bag features a ventilated back pad which provides better cushioning in important areas. It also utilises Nike’s world-famous Air technology in the strap, which means the bag sits more comfortably on your shoulders. The Air Curved strap also helps to even out the load on...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 22 October 2010
Phil Mickelson may be known as one of the best wedge players in the world, but he’s pretty handy with the short stick too and now Odyssey have launched a putter styled on Lefty’s famous blade. The new Odyssey PT-82 ProType is styled on the model Mickelson used to win the Masters at Augusta this year. The PT-82 is one for the...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 27 October 2010
It’s coming to that time of year again when changing the cleats on your golf shoes is definitely a good idea – and Softspikes have brought out new Pulsar cleats to convince you to do just that. The Pulsar cleat features a 16 component design that reacts to every angle of force exerted by the golfer. As part of this design, flexor knuckles...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 27 October 2010
The PGA National Fitting Academy at the Belfry welcomed hundreds of golfers through its doors at its latest open day. Visitors were able to see the latest equipment from the nine major manufacturers based at the Belfry’s fitting centre. TaylorMade exhibited its brand new Tour truck at the venue while the open day was also the first time Titleist’s new 910 drivers had been...
Written by TG Staff Writer on Thursday 28 October 2010
S’No Queen have released a new range of thermal wear aimed at keeping lady golfers warm on the fairways this winter. The range, launched by Blingy Piste Stars, was originally designed for use on Europe’s most glamorous ski slpoes but S’No Queen say it is proving equally as popular with female golfers looking to stave off the cold. The collection features a...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Tuesday 26 October 2010
At this time of year a warming golf sweater is as welcome as a 300-yard drive and that’s why Ping Collection have launched their new Helix sweater in time for the colder weather. The Helix sweater features a classic intarsia argyle design with a modern twist that and is available in three colour options, Grey Marl Multi, Black Multi and Smoke...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Sunday 7 November 2010
This is the brand new Benross Quad hybrid for 2011 – designed to be longer and more forgiving than ever before. The hybrid is designed to be used in conjunction with the new Benross Quad irons, which start at 5 iron, but can also be used as stand-alone hybrids with other sets. It features a wide-bodied head combined with a low and deep...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Sunday 7 November 2010
Benross have launched their new super-forgiving irons for 2011 – the Quad irons. By reducing the thickness of the face engineers have exagerrated the perimeter weighting which has raised the Moment of Inertia and made the iron more forgiving on off-centre strikes. The oversize heads use corner stability and deep sole weighting which creates a low centre of gravity, making it easier...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Sunday 7 November 2010
Benross’ new Quad fairway wood boasts a similar stability story to the brand new Quad driver in the range. Weight has been positioned low and deep in the traditional head shape which lowers the centre of gravity. With more weight under the ball the head will flex forward more at impact and the golfer should find it easier to get the...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Sunday 7 November 2010
This is the new Benross Quad driver for 2011 and it has been designed to do what we all want – hit longer, straighter drives. Benross boffins have added weight to the four corners of the driver’s head – hence the name – which raises the MOI and makes the club more resistant to twisting at impact – an attribute that...