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  • 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...

  • Adams unveils new Speedline FAST 12 driver

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Wednesday 28 December 2011

    Adams have launched the latest Speedline driver model in the shape of the new Fast 12, which has been designed with enhanced aerodynamics for more distance. By using a new Airfoil Design, Adams engineers have been able to produce a new 460cc club that generates 14% less drag, 3mph more clubhead speed and a 10% increase in the forgiveness stakes. The “trip...

  • Adams aerodynamics meet adjustability in new Speedline Fast 12 LS driver

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Thursday 29 December 2011

    Adams are well-known for their aerodynamic range of drivers, and now they’ve engineered one that features all of the benefits of a low-drag head with adjustability. The new Speedline Fast 12 Low Spin driver sits alongside Fast 12 model, but offers extensive adjustability in a discreet hosel design. Golfers can adjust the loft and face angle, as well as the lie and...

  • Second generation Velocity Slot Technology from Adams Golf

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Wednesday 28 December 2011

    Adams have launched their new Speedline Fast 12 fairway woods that utilise an enhanced version of their Velocity Slot Technology. The original VST featured in the company’s Fast 11 fairway woods, and the update actually uses a slot within a slot on both the crown and sole of the club for even more ball speed and forgiveness. “By placing a slot within...

  • New ECCO shoes set to make waves in Britain

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Thursday 29 December 2011

    Danish shoemakers ECCO have never been afraid to put out cutting edge designs, but their new Biom Hybrid shoe will have even the most forward-thinking golfer impressed by the latest innovation. These new shoes have been designed without traditional cleats or spikes, but instead feature 100 moulded traction bars on the sole which gives golfers the grip they need throughout all...

  • Cleveland continue on the light path with CG Black driver

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Friday 30 December 2011

    Cleveland impressed us last year with their Ultralite Series of drivers, but now they’ve gone one (well five) better than before with the launch of their new CG Black driver. At just 265g, the club is the lightest driver ever to be produced and knocks 5g off last year’s XL270 ultralite. The head has been resigned to be more aerodynamic and, according...

  • TaylorMade unveils new RocketBallz golf ball

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Thursday 5 January 2012

    Following on from the launch of the RocketBallz woods and irons, TaylorMade have launched their new range of RocketBallz golf balls. The new three-piece balls have been designed to offer exceptional distance but with good short game performance. The impressive distance gains from the ball is thanks to TaylorMade’s REACT Core technology and SPEEDMANTLE innovation. “The new RocketBallz golf ball is for the...

  • New TaylorMade ATV wedge set to launch

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Thursday 5 January 2012

    Following years of development, TaylorMade are launching their innovative All-Terrain Versatility wedge, which has been designed to feature various degrees of bounce on the different parts of the sole. The wedge has been created to give golfers more options with their short game, and the specially-designed sole helps players of all abilities to do this. “You won’t find a bounce number etched anywhere into...

  • TaylorMade launch next generation of Penta golf balls

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Friday 6 January 2012

    TaylorMade have unveiled their new Penta TP5 and Penta TP3 golf balls, ahead of the new golfing season. Two years ago they launched the first five-piece golf ball, and now they’ve made some key improvements to their new model, as well as introducing a three-piece Penta TP3. “The Penta TP5 was created for our Tour pros, yet it’s a great ball for...

  • Swede Karlsson joins the ranks at Adams Golf

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Tuesday 10 January 2012

    Robert Karlsson has signed a new deal with Adams Golf, and will play a full bag of their equipment in 2012. The Swede, who has won 11 times on the European Tour, has also played in two Ryder Cups. “We are extremely excited to add a player of Robert’s caliber to our tour staff,” said Chip Brewer, President and CEO of Adams...

  • Stewart Golf to offer X7 Lithium in stunning new white colour

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Wednesday 11 January 2012

    Stewart Golf have announced that they will now offer their brilliant X7 Lithium powered cart in a new pearlescent white colour. “We have had many customers & distributors asking for a special white version of the X7, so we are very pleased to bring this to market,” said MD Mark Stewart. “White is very fashionable for premium cars now, and this special...

  • Poulter agrees Cobra Puma Golf shoe deal

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Wednesday 11 January 2012

    Ryder Cup hero Ian Poulter has signed a new deal with Cobra Puma Golf, which will see the player wear the brand’s new golf shoes. As well as the new Neo Classic Pro Type the world number 16, who has been an ambassador for Cobra for over five years, will also be wearing a new range of buckles. “We are excited to have a world-class golfer...

  • Webster extends deal with Wilson Staff

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Monday 16 January 2012

    Two-time European Tour winner Steve Webster has extended his deal with Wilson Staff, and will use the brand’s FG Tour irons. In addition to his two Tour titles at the Italia Open (2005) and the Portugal Masters (2007), the 36-year-old was also the man who beat Tiger Woods to the Silver Medal at the 1995 Open Championship at St Andrews. “We are...

  • Counterfeit golf websites closed down

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 12 January 2012

    The world’s leading golf equipment manufacturers have pulled together to close 62 websites offering counterfeit goods to customers. Manufacturers including Titleist, TaylorMade, Callaway, Ping and Cleveland are part of The US Anti-Counterfeiting Working Group who have announced that a preliminary injunction has been issued by the Southern District Court of Florida to shut down 62 websites where counterfeit clubs were sold. The...

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