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  • ECCO launches BIOM Hybrid shoes and reveals 2012 product line-up

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

    ECCO has announced its new shoe line-up for 2012, with the innovative BIOM Hybrid being billed as this year’s standout product. The Danish manufacturer will also offer an updated Street shoe, as well as upgraded BIOM and Cool III models. The BIOM Hybrid combines the outsole from the Street shoe with the Natural Motion technology that featured in the original BIOM that launched last...

  • Ross Fisher makes switch to Nike Golf

    Written by Jonathan Greatehad, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Tuesday 17 January 2012

    Englishman Ross Fisher has joined the swelling ranks of Tour professionals at Nike Golf, after he signed a multi-year contract that will see him head-to-toe in apparel, footwear and equipment. The switch to Nike Golf is the first manufacturer change in his seven years as a professional, and the four-time European Tour winner was delighted to have made the move. “Just looking...

  • USPGA Champion Bradley signs apparel deal with Tommy Hilfiger

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Wednesday 18 January 2012

    American Keegan Bradley has signed a deal with clothing giant Tommy Hilfiger, which will see the 2011 USPGA Champion take up a role as Golf Collection Ambassador. Bradley, who was named PGA Tour Rookie of the year following his success at the Atlanta Athletic Club in the year’s final Major, will represent the brand by wearing pieces from the men’s golf collection. “I...

  • Starlet Fowler agrees Cobra move

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Monday 23 January 2012

    Superstar Rickie Fowler has joined the likes of Ian Poulter and Johann Edfors by signing a deal to play Cobra Golf woods and irons this year. The Californian, who signed with apparel giant PUMA in 2009, starts his season at the Farmer’s Insurance Open later this week and was clearly excited about using the new products. “I am so excited to have...

  • Yes! putters launch 2012 range at PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Tuesday 24 January 2012

    Twelve months after being purchased by Adams Golf, Yes! have announced a new line of putters for 2012 which will be unveiled at this year’s PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando. Each putter in the new range will feature a contrasting insert for enhanced feel, which is positioned in a precision-milled slot behind the face. The patented C-Groove technology, that Yes! is predominantly known...

  • Four new golf ball models launched by Titleist

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Thursday 26 January 2012

    Titleist have launched four new models of golf ball for the 2012 season, each designed to suit different skills levels and personal preferences. In addition to a new NXT Tour ball and NXT Tour S model, Titleist have also unveiled the Velocity ball and the DT SoLo. The NXT Tour first launched in 2001, but there have been many improvements since. The latest...

  • Bubba Watson starts off on the road to raise $1m with pink-headed G20 driver

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Wednesday 25 January 2012

    Winning Major Championships may be the ultimate goal for long-hitting Bubba Watson, but the American has also pledged to try and raise $1million for charities this year. As part of the “Bubba and Friends Drive it to a Million” initiative, Watson’s equipment sponsor PING will donate $300 to the cause for the first 300 drives that he launches over 300 yards in 2012.

  • PGA Merchandise Show Blog – Day 1: Demo day

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 26 January 2012

    The annual PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando is where the great and the good of the golf industry meet every year to show off their new equipment for the coming season – and Today’s Golfer are here to bring you the latest news and reviews of what will be hitting the stores this year. First up is the demo day where...

  • Video Review: Callaway RAZR X HL Hybrids

    Written by Jon Greathead, Senior Equipment Editor on Friday 27 January 2012

    Callaway’s RAZR X won our most recent TG Hybrids Test towards the back end of last year, and now a new game-improver rescue club is about to hit the market. The new RAZR X HL hybrids feature a Zero Roll design that helps to increase distance from all lies, but also helps to generate a gentler landing on the green. The centre...

  • Video Review: Titleist 712 CB Forged Irons

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, Senior Equipment Editor on Friday 27 January 2012

    Titleist’s reputation for producing equipment for the avid golfer is well-deserved, and their better-player irons are certainly impressive. As well as the new AP2, AP1 and MB irons, the new CB irons are everything a serious golfer could want from a club. The irons, which launched in November last year, feature a small cavity with an inner cavity muscle behind the impact...

  • Video Review: Callaway RAZR X HL Irons

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, Senior Equipment Editor on Friday 27 January 2012

    Callaway may well have built its reputation on award-winning woods in the early days, but in the 21st century their irons are top notch too. As well as clubs suited to better players, Callaway manufacture sticks for those new to the game and game-improvers that are looking for distance, forgiveness and easy launching properties. The new RAZR X HL irons are very...

  • FootJoy launch new Performance apparel line

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Thursday 2 February 2012

    Following on from their successful layering clothing system, FootJoy has announced the launch of a new line of apparel which consists of polo shirts, trousers and knitwear in a variety of vibrant styles. There are four colour collections in the new Performance Apparel range; Cape (Navy/Ocean/Yellow/White), Savannah (Black/Red/White), Valley (Purple/Charcoal/Grey/White) and finally Shore (Navy/Khaki/Coral/White). As well as authentic fit polo shirts, FootJoy has ensured...

  • Scotty Cameron California Series Putters: video review

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 3 February 2012

    Scotty Cameron’s new line of California Series putters have been launched with a brand new Sea Mist finish to replace the honey dip finish on the previous line. The new range features five models – Del Mar, Fastback, Monterey, Monterey 1.5, and Sonoma, that are characterised by blade and mid-mallet style heads with five different neck styles. The California putters also feature deeper,...

  • Titleist 712 MB irons: video review

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 3 February 2012

    When it comes to better players, Titleist are one of the biggest names in the game and the Titleist 712 MB irons are aimed squarely at skilled golfers. The MBs are popular on Tour with Titleist’s army of players who demand the ultimate in shot-shaping ability and feel from their irons. So when it came to updating the MBs from the 710...

  • Stanley banishes the demons with maiden PGA Tour win at Scottsdale

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Monday 6 February 2012

    A week on from his capitulation at the Farmers’ Insurance Open, Titleist staffer Kyle Stanley secured his maiden PGA Tour title with victory at the Waste Management Phoenix Open. The 24-year-old fired an impressive 6-under-par final round to finish on 15-under-par, a shot clear of fellow American Ben Crane. Overnight leader Spencer Levin suffered a nightmare Sunday though, finishing on 13-under after a disappointing...

  • Galvin Green launches stunning new website

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Tuesday 7 February 2012

    Apparel giant Galvin Green has launched a brand new website that incorporates colour-coordinated multi-layer graphics, product videos and a golfer’s guide on gearing up to tackle the most fierce of weather conditions. The website (www.galvingreen.com) has launched in conjunction with the brand’s new Spring/Summer Collection, and Galvin’s Multi-Layer concept is fully explained in a new specialised section online. European Tour players Jamie Donaldon and...

  • Fix those pitchmarks correctly with the new Champ Flix Divot repair tool

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Tuesday 7 February 2012

    Repairing pitchmarks is something all conscientious golfers should do, and with Champ’s new Quick Flix repair tool there really is no excuse for not doing a great job. The innovative new pitchmark repairer is the lightest ever produced by Champ and, unlike some others, is barely noticeable in your pocket thanks to the fold-away prongs – no more unwanted prods on...

  • Treat your valentine with a gift from IJP Design

    Written by TG Staff Writer on Thursday 9 February 2012

    For the stylish guy who likes to look good on and off the golfing green, IJP Design is the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day. Ian Poulter’s unique brand fuses functionality and fashion, and this collection is no exception. Wives and girlfriends can choose from a wide variety of styles and colours of trousers and shirts, priced from £40-£100, so their husbands...

  • Golf Pride launches new Multicompound Whiteout hybrid grip

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Friday 17 February 2012

    Golf Pride, the market leader in golf grips, have announced the launch of a new MultiCompound Whiteout grip. Golf Pride have added a new white material to the upper hand area of the grip, but have maintained the feel that made the MultiCompound a worldwide favourite. The high performance rubber provides comfort for the lower hand, while the BCT cord gives improved traction in...

  • John Letters Master Model Blades return

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 24 February 2012

    John Letters have updated their renowned Master Model blade for the 21st century – almost 60 years after the originals were used to win the Open Championship. Fred Daly famously used the original model to win the 1947 Open and they were widely used by Tour pros throughout the 50s, 60s and 70s. Now John Letters have revamped them for 2012 with...

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