Written by Simon Daddow on Monday 9 November 2015
Etiqus, the British brand designing watches exclusively for golfers, is to expand its range with the launch of a new Sport Tour Collection for men. Featuring all of the same subtle golf features that have proved popular among the existing collections, this smaller Sport model will be available in six distinctive golf-related colour options. Summer White, Night Black and Auld Grey remain...
Written by Simon Daddow on Wednesday 4 November 2015
Wilson Staff have a long history of making clubs for great golfers but they reckon the new FG Tour F5’s have been developed to meet the needs of every player. The new driver, fairways, hybrids and forged irons are said to have a blend of Feel, Crossover and Distance (F-C-D) to suit every golfers individul playing styles. “The new Crossover category...
Written by Simon Daddow on Tuesday 27 October 2015
Puma are well known for making bright coloured clothing and flat billed caps for golfs trendy young kids, but they also make some pretty hi-tech shoes too. The companies new Ignite shoes feature a new more responsive and cushioned mid sole which Puma say optimises rebound to release energy efficiently during your golf swing. The new foam also increases comfort so...
Thursday 29 October 2015
Sunice Bishop Paclite Pullover £199.99 Edisson Paclite Pants £199.99 Jacket ¼ zip, Gore-Tex Paclite fabric, lifetime guarantee, unlined, two front pockets. Trousers Zipped fly, elasticated waist band, belt loops, contained front and back pockets. TG view With a ski wear background Sunice have pedigree for performance outdoor garments. The jacket uses Gore-Tex Paclite fabric to keep weight to a minimum, while we particularly like the trouser...
Written by Simon Daddow on Thursday 29 October 2015
Its all about Kinetic Energy say Yonex…harness it and golfers can hit shots further. How? Start by making the clubhead heavier so there’s more mass at impact. Stick that heavier head on a lighter shaft. Then golfers swing at their usual pace but the heavier head travels quicker which directly impacts on ball speeds and ultimately the distance golfers hit...
Written by Simon Daddow on Tuesday 27 October 2015
Counter Balanced putters have grown massively in popularity. Wind the clock back just a couple of years and there was less than a handful available. That’s now changed and top heavy flatsticks are breeding quickly which has lead Nike to enter the market with their new Counter Flex models. Never wanting to be a follower Nike have developed their own Counter...
Written by Simon Daddow on Monday 26 October 2015
FootJoy maybe a market leaders when it comes to shoes, but its doesn’t mean they don’t continually push themselves to make a better product. For 2016 the brand is updating its most popular models and this is how. D.N.A For the very first time the DNA will be available as a MyJoys custom option so you’ll have the opportunity to design your...
Written by Simon Daddow on Monday 26 October 2015
TaylorMade recognise not all amateurs want a super premium priced tour ball. So they’ve designed the new Project (a) for the competitive amateur player to promote spin and improved performance from 30 yards in. The ball has an overall compression of 70 which is achieved through a 20 point softer core and a cover thats 18 points softer than the...
Written by Simon Daddow on Monday 26 October 2015
Following Justin Rose’s victory at the UBS Hong Kong Open TaylorMade have chosen to introduce their new Tour Preferred and Tour Preferred X balls which helped the englishman to success. Taylormade say their new Tour Preferred is TaylorMade’s softest Tour Ball. It’s got a 4 layer construction, an 80 compression and unbelievably TaylorMade’s engineers reckon the inner layer is 65% softer than...
Written by Simon Daddow on Monday 26 October 2015
Justin Rose claimed his 8th European Tour win at the UBS Hong Kong Open yesterday whilst bagging a bunch of TaylorMade’s new 2016 equipment. Of course the companies new carbon crowned M1 driver featured, but alongside this were the newly launched PSI long irons and a yet to be revealed Tour Preferred X golf ball. Taylormade haven’t commented about what’s different...
Friday 23 October 2015
Since arriving on both the European and PGA Tours in mid-September, the TaylorMade M1 has experienced incredible dominance, winning driver counts on both sides of the pond. The unparalleled levels of adjustment, coupled with stunning visuals and class-leading performance have ensured the release of the M1 family of unmetalwoods has been the most hotly anticipated in company history. Current World No.1...
Thursday 22 October 2015
The launch of Game Golf Live follows the original Game Golf Classic product, which was first launched in the UK in 2014. Game Golf Classic was the first wearable device and integrated a software platform which tracked and captured real performance data and displayed players’ rounds in a dynamic and socially driven interface. It is also the only wearable technology product that...
Written by Simon Daddow on Wednesday 21 October 2015
Ecco has unveiled a unique ‘stability cage’ on its latest shoes to help you stay more comfortable on the course. The Cage is said to promote increased stability, flexibility and cushioning thanks to a unique, one-piece, DiP stability cage that wraps from the heel through the midsole and across the toe box. The outsole design aligns and moves in unison with the...
Wednesday 9 September 2015
TaylorMade’s new PSi irons are said to “take a new approach to the better player iron.” How does it do that? TaylorMade says players have long been subjected to choosing an iron with either premium sound and feel or distance. With PSi, they say they have found the perfect blend of form and function with the company’s new Dynamic Feel System (DFS). Comprised...
Written by Simon Daddow on Thursday 1 October 2015
Under Armour as a brand have grown through their relentless pursuit of innovation, ambassador Jordan Spieth’s meteoric year on the golf course has obviously chipped in along the way too. Now in what Under Armour say is a new era for golf rainwear, they are launching the first 3 layer full stretch Gore-Tex waterproof suit available. What’s so good about it?...
Written by Simon Daddow on Tuesday 6 October 2015
Scotty Cameron is a legend in putter circles – he’s milled some of the best putters ever created. While he’s probably more famous for his exquisite traditional blade and mallet styled putters his Futura range is ever growing in popularity on Tour and in the amateur game. It’s no surprise then to see the Futura X family extended to incorporate this the...
Tuesday 6 October 2015
The new Tank Cruiser line, in #1, #7, 2-Ball Fang and V-Line models, combines Odyssey’s trusted insert ever with quicker roll that gets the ball into a pure roll faster. Adjustable Tank counterbalance head weighting and grip weighting has then been incorporated into each design to allow golfers to dial in the perfect balance for a consistent stroke. Austie Rollinson, Chief Designer...
Written by Today's Golfer on Monday 5 October 2015
For the first time golfers have the chance to design their own pair of FootJoy D.N.A. shoes on the brand’s revolutionary MyJoys service. The popular model can be personalised or logoed on the MyJoys customisation programme, with an astonishing 21,168 design combinations available. Four different base leathers feature – white, black, grey and navy – while there are 12 saddle leathers, 49...
Friday 2 October 2015
The line-up features innovative fabrics and technology such as adidas Golf’s climaheat and climawarm, which helps golfers stay warm (without adding bulk), while climaproof and climastorm help you stay dry. To ensure players can handle whatever the elements throw at them, adidas Golf staff pros and adidas supported celebrities will wear key pieces from the range including the Gore-Tex Two-layer Chest...
Written by Simon Daddow on Tuesday 29 September 2015
Callaway first launched the forged Apex irons a couple of years ago and their cracking looks caught the imagination of golfers from pro’s to mid handicappers. Now for 2016 they’ve been redesigned to include the latest game improving technology…this is their story. Callaway Apex CF16 RRP £849 (s) £1099 (g) Availability: 3-SW, Left hand? Yes Steel stock shaft: True Temper XP 95, Graphite stock shaft:...