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  • Ping launch new Hoofer bag for 2012

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 11 November 2011

    Ping have relaunced their iconic Hoofer bag for 2012 in a range of new colours. The bag’s key features include a five-way top, with two full-length dividers, which enable easy withdrawal of clubs without shaft-tangle. There are also eight separate, convenient pockets, including a water-resistant and velour lined valuables pocket, a water bottle pouch, and a large, all-encompassing apparel and accessories pocket. The Hoofer,...

  • Titleist launch new Vokey Design SM4 wedges

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 16 November 2011

    Titleist have launched their newest Vokey wedge, the SM4 wedge, aimed at reclaiming some of the spin lost following the change of groove regulations in 2010. The new Vokey wedge, called the SM4 because it is the 4th generation of Spin Milled wedge, features a new configuration with 17 grooves on the face with each one precisely milled right to the...

  • John Letters unveils Masters Model Tour Black driver

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 18 November 2011

    John Letters have peeled the wraps off their latest new driver – the Masters Model Tour driver in stunning black PVD finish. The Masters Model Tour Black driver features a plasma-welded Beta Titanium face for fast ball speeds and enhanced feel across more of the face while maintaining a minimalist look to ensure there are no distractions at address. It is aimed...

  • FJ Sport shoe remodelled for 2012

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 24 November 2011

    FootJoy have revealed a new upgraded version of their popular FJ Sport shoe for 2012. Designed for golfers who are looking for a more athletically-styled shoe, the FJ Sport features key technologies including full-grain leather uppers for breathability, support and comfort with tensile strength. FootJoy’s ProofGuard™ membrane technology provides also provides waterproof protection and breathability. Inside the show technology includes an athletic mesh...

  • Cleveland 588 wedge makes a return for 2012

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Friday 25 November 2011

    Cleveland have long been producing sensational wedges, and hot on the heels of the CG16 model is the new and improved 588 wedge. The original 588 wedge was first launched back in 1988, but that was a cast product and the big difference with the new model is that it is forged, which improves the overall feel. The new 588 also features...

  • Latest Adams Speedline driver launched

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Friday 25 November 2011

    Adams Speedline range has been around for a while now and the latest driver incarnation in the form of the UL model is another impressive beast. The new Speedline 9088UL weighs in at just 290g, making it one of the more lightweight drivers available, but engineers have also balanced the weight throughout the entire length of the club for more accuracy...

  • TG sees the famous Ping man in action

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Friday 2 December 2011

    PING test their clubs through a variety of means, and one of those includes the famous PING Man which is based in their impressive HQ in Scottsdale. PING Man, with the help of a few technicians, swings the golf club in a similar manner to that of a human golfer and a ball-flight system tracks the distance, spin and many other...

  • TG visits Ping’s legendary gold putter vault

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Friday 25 November 2011

    PING clubs are firm favourites with professionals and amateurs all over the world, and for every PING putter that produces a win on Tour the company marks the triumph by making a gold-plated version of the model used by the player. We went to PING HQ in Arizona to take a look inside the famous Gold Putter Vault, and the video below...

  • Win a sleeve of prototype Callaway Tour golf balls

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Monday 28 November 2011

    Today we have an EXCLUSIVE competition for you: Win a sleeve of prototype Callaway Tour golf balls months before they go on sale to the general public. The new Tour ball, known only as HBT-1, is currently being tested by the likes of Phil Mickelson, Ernie Els and Alvaro Quiros but Callaway want your feedback too before they make any tweaks to the...

  • New Silver Swan putters unveiled

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Wednesday 30 November 2011

    John Letters has launched a new Silver Swan putter range for 2012, with two brand new models on offer as well a re-designed classic.  The new SS7 and SS8 have been designed to offer great feel and responsive feedback, and have been crafted from 304 stainless steel and produced with a double CNC Milled face. The SS7 is ideal for those golfers after a...

  • FootJoy launch improved Boa fitting innovation

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Friday 2 December 2011

    FootJoy’s BOA L4 Closure system has been around for a while now, but the manufacturer has updated it for 2012 and more shoes will now offer the feature. The Dial mechanism on the heel of the shoe is connected to the BOA lace system to ensure golfers get exceptional fit and comfort. The updated system is now even more precise than before,...

  • Nike unveils new VR-S game-improver irons

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Friday 2 December 2011

    It’s a good time of year to be buying new golf equipment because lots of manufacturers are launching their new clubs, and Nike’s VR-S irons will certainly tick a lot of boxes for game-improvers. The new irons feature Nike’s recently-developed NexCOR face technology that offers greater distance throughout the set. But it’s not just about yardage – the new VR-S clubs can...

  • TAKE OUT A SUBSCRIPTION AND GET A FABULOUS BENROSS ESCAPE CLUB

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Friday 9 December 2011

    Taking out a subscription to Today’s Golfer couldn’t be easier, and when you do you will be entitled to a stunning Benross Quad Escape club. Today’s Golfer magazine is the UK’s best-selling golf title, and is packed full of exclusive and informative equipment news, as well as some of the best tips and advice on how to improve your golf. It’s also...

  • SNEAK PEEK! TaylorMade set to unveil new R11S woods and RocketBallz range

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Monday 12 December 2011

    TaylorMade are just about to unveil their new R11S driver and fairway wood, as well as introduce a brand new RocketBallz range of clubs. We can’t tell you everything just yet, but what we can tell you is that the new R11S driver is more innovative than last year and the new RocketBallz (RBZ) range will have golfers genuinely excited about potential performance...

  • John Letters launch stunning new TP-S wedges

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Monday 19 December 2011

    John Letters have launched a new addition to their wedge line-up for 2012 in the shape of the impressively-styled TP-S wedges. Designed with feedback from former Ryder Cup player and captain Sam Torrance, the wedges have been engineered to appeal to those golfers who prefer a more traditional shape at address. The TP-S wedges have also been engineered with the majority of...

  • American Perry makes switch to Adams Golf

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Tuesday 20 December 2011

    Kenny Perry has opted to switch equipment manufacturers and has signed to Adams Golf. After just one test session with Adams Speedline driver, the American found an additional 20 yards of distance and that was seemingly-enough for the 14-time PGA Tour winner to pen a multi-year contract with the company. He will also compete in next year’s Champions Tour too. “Adams Golf’s...

  • PING add exciting new 4 Series bags to range

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Friday 23 December 2011

    PING are well known for their sensational clubs, but their new range of 4 Series carry bags will certainly get the thumbs up too. The four-way top and two full-length dividers help to ensure club shafts don’t get too tangled up in the bag, while the six pockets are not only spacious and useful, they are also easy to access. The 4...

  • North East golfers set for bargains as Direct Golf empire continues to grow

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Wednesday 21 December 2011

    Golfers in the North East will now be able to get their hands on more great deals from Direct Golf, with the company announcing a new retail outlet at Ingleby Barwick. Direct Golf has enjoyed a record financial year in 2011, and the new store near Stockton-on-Tees joins other new store additions that opened earlier this year in Dundee and Edinburgh. “We are...

  • Starlet Stiggy snapped up by Wilson Staff

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Thursday 22 December 2011

    Wilson Staff have announced the signing of starlet Stiggy Hodgson, as the youngster starts his 2012 campaign on the Challenge Tour. The 21-year-old, who has been using Wilson clubs since he was 10, begins his first year as a professional with the Wilson Staff FG Tour V2 irons in the bag. “Stiggy has been in the public eye since his junior days,...

  • Win a GoKart with some festive fun

    Written by Harriet Linton, TG Web Producer on Sunday 25 December 2011

    Golfers keen to avoid the washing up on Christmas Day can find the perfect festive distraction and have the chance to win a state-of-the-art powered trolley with GoKart’s annual Christmas quiz. The yuletide teaser returns for its third outing and this year visitors to www.gokart.co.uk will be able to tackle 18 cryptic clues laid out around Santa’s golf course. It’s not only...

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