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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...