Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Monday 21 May 2012
Wilson Staff have two new irons sets in their range for 2012 – the FG Tour V2 and the Ci11. Both performed well in the comprehensive irons test featured in the current issue of Today’s Golfer magazine but earlier this year TG’s equipment editor David Connor travelled to the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando to find out a bit more about...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Tuesday 22 May 2012
PUMA Golf has launched its new FAAS Trac evoSPEED golf shoe, inspired by brand ambassador Usain Bolt, the world’s fastest man. The new shoe, which will be worn by American Rickie Fowler at the forthcoming US Open, provides maximum flexibility and features ultra-lightweight materials that offer a level of waterproofing as well as breathability. The outsole combines moulded S2Quill spikes with replaceable ones,...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Monday 28 May 2012
Cleveland’s Mashie hybrid has gone down well since it was launched two years ago – and now Cleveland have updated it for 2012 with the addition of a fairway wood. The retro look has won praise from golfers but the addition of a railed sole is designed to make the Mashie more versatile in different conditions. To find out more we spoke...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Monday 28 May 2012
Adams are famed for their hybrid clubs and although they produce plenty of game-improving clubs, they are best-known for better-player options such as the Idea Pro A12. The Pro A12 is favoured on Tour thanks to the compact styling and more penetrating trajectory. To find out a little more about the technology involved in the head we travelled to Orlando where...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 31 May 2012
Pride Sports have launched an ingenius new invention designed to keep your car boot free from golf-accessory clutter – the Trunk Organiser. The organiser holds dedicated storage compartments for shoes, tees, balls, gloves and any other accessory you choose so you can quickly find them before a round and pack them away again afterwards. The double shoe compartment includes mesh panels to...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Thursday 31 May 2012
PowaKaddy will continue to support the next generation of top English golfers by supplying the country’s Under-18 squad with a new fleet of PK Sport. The electric trolley giant recently announced that it will continue in its role as “Official Trolley Supplier” to England Golf, and now every member of the Main and Boys squads have been equipped with a brand new...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 1 June 2012
Love them or loathe them, it would seem belly putters are here for the foreseeable future at least – but if you are thinking of giving one a go then watch this video from TaylorMade first. Even more than with a standard length putter, getting correctly fitted for a belly putter is vital and in the video below TaylorMade’s Tour players as...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 31 May 2012
When it was announced that the 588 Forged wedge was being re-released for 2012, Cleveland fans across the world could barely contain their excitement – and now Cleveland have added 588 Forged irons to the set. The new 588 Forged irons from Cleveland come in cavity back (CB) and muscle back (MB) versions and are aimed at more skilled players looking...
Written by Today's Golfer on Wednesday 6 June 2012
John Letters has just taken delivery of a swanky new Tour truck. The Scottish-based company has a rich, 94-year history and has also taken on Master club-maker, Neil Cooke, to improve their support on all Tours. The new truck and technical team get into action at the ISPA Handa Senior PGA Championships at Slaley Hall. Cooke, who will also be continuing his...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Monday 11 June 2012
TaylorMade staff player Dustin Johnson signalled that he is ready to put his back troubles behind him with a victory at the St Jude Classic in only his second event since spending three months out with injury. The American shot a four-under 66 in the final round to overhaul Rory McIlroy and secure victory in Memphis. The win is his sixth PGA Tour...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Thursday 14 June 2012
Callaway have unveiled their new state-of-the-art Tour truck that will provide their army of players with everything they need to compete for the game’s biggest prizes. The new vehicle, which tips the scales at over 33,000kg, will be kitted out with 4,500 grips, 2,100 shafts, 1,800 golf balls, 350 wood heads, 600 white golf gloves and 1,000 golf towels. Callaway players and caddies...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Wednesday 13 June 2012
Cobra-PUMA Golf has confirmed that Pelle Edberg has signed a deal to play Cobra golf clubs and wear the brand’s stylish apparel and shoes. Edberg made his debut in CPG colours at last week’s Nordea Masters in the Swede’s homeland. “I’m excited to be working with such a cool company,” he said. “They care about my performance as well as helping me...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Friday 15 June 2012
Authorities have announced the seizure of more than 7,500 fake golf clubs after two co-ordinated raids in Shanghai. The seizure brings the total number of counterfeit products intercepted in the last 18 months to 110,000. The raids were co-ordinated by the Golf Manufacturers Anti-Counterfeiting Working Group, which consists of a number of the leading manufacturers including Titleist, Callaway, TaylorMade, Ping and Cleveland. “Fighting...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Monday 18 June 2012
Webb Simpson relied on a mixture of old and new Titleist equipment as he powered to his first Major Championship victory at the US Open in San Fransisco. Simpson’s 680MB irons were launched back in 2003, but they certainly worked well for the 26-year-old who carded a final round 68. The American saw off the challenge of Northern Ireland’s Graeme McDowell and compatriot Michael...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Wednesday 20 June 2012
ProQuip have unveiled their new Trophy rain suit which features the same fabric technology that exists in the 2012 European Ryder Cup Team garment. The new suit will go on sale in September to coincide with the Ryder Cup clash at Medinah Country Club, and the lightweight apparel will be worn by captain Jose Maria Olazabal and his squad as they seek to retain...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Wednesday 20 June 2012
After supporting a golf day for England’s 1966 World Cup heroes, golfing heavweights John Letters and Direct Golf are running a competition for shoppers to win a Tour bag signed by some of Sir Alf Ramsey’s stars. John Letters provided the prizes for the golf day held at Moortown GC in Leeds, with England’s leading goalscorer Bobby Charlton, Nobby Stiles, Martin Peters, Norman...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Monday 25 June 2012
Callaway staffer Danny Willett won his first European Tour event at the weekend, after seeing off Marcus Fraser in a playoff at the BMW International Open. After finishing level on 11-under-par, the pair tackled the 18th hole a further four times before the Sheffield-born Willett finally sealed the win with a tap-in following a sensational flop shot. The Englishman, who had a three-stroke...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Tuesday 26 June 2012
Titleist Tour stars will be the first people to trial new 913 Prototype drivers this week when the product arrives at the AT&T National at Congressional. Details are sketchy at present, but we can tell you that Tour reps will be working with the Titleist’s army of staff players on the new product this week, ensuring all of the specs are correct and...
Written by TG Features Writer on Monday 2 July 2012
Tiger Woods surpassed Jack Nicklaus’ PGA Tour victories mark with victory at the AT&T National at the weekend, using all Nike clubs and ball. Here’s what Woods had in the bag: Driver: Nike VR Tour 8.5-degree (Graphite Design DI 6X) Fairway Wood: Nike VR Pro Limited Edition 3-wood/15-degree and SQ II 5-wood/19-degree Irons: Nike VR Pro Blades (3-PW) Wedges: Nike VR Pro...
Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 5 July 2012
At Today’s Golfer we are continually impressed by MD Golf’s ability to produce clubs of quality at the price they do – and they’ve looked to do more of the same with the new Superstrong ST2 range. The range incorporates a new line of ST2 woods including driver, fairway wood and hybrid and at the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando TG’s...