Tuesday 19 August 2014
In typically spectacular style, Nike Golf launched its new series of irons to a global media audience near New York City at an event featuring the Nike athletes that helped shape the design. Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy joined golf aficionado Jimmy Fallon at the special event to unveil the Vapor series, which comprises the Vapor Pro, Vapor Pro Combo, and...
Written by Joel Tadman on Thursday 14 August 2014
US President Barack Obama was spotted using Game Golf, a digital shot tracking system, during a recent round of golf. Photos have appeared of him using clubs with the system’s proprietary red tags in the butt of the club and wearing the tracking device on his belt to tag the clubs before each shot. Game Golf users tag their position and club...
Written by Joel Tadman on Friday 1 August 2014
The Ping G30 fairway wood is the first G-series fairway to feature adjustable loft via the hosel, where you can add or subtract 0.6° or a full 1° from the loft of the head. Faster ball speeds and greater distance come from a larger face made of a uniform-thickness Carpenter 475 steel, creating a thin but strong hitting surface that maximises...
Written by Joel Tadman on Friday 1 August 2014
It’s August 1st which means today, the Ping G30 range will hit the shelves of retailers across the country. The adjustable G30 driver comes in two versions – standard and SF-Tec – and both feature a revolutionary design involving ‘turbulators’ on the crown, which are said to increase clubhead speed. Inspired by the aeronautics and sporting industries that put a premium on...
Wednesday 6 August 2014
Today, Callaway launched a new Big Bertha V Series Driver, and an accompanying V Series Fairway Wood. Watch this video, part of Callaway’s popular “Callaway Talks” video series, to hear Harry Arnett, SVP, Marketing, conduct an in-depth interview with Dr. Alan Hocknell, SVP, Research & Development, about the Big Bertha V Series driver and fairway wood. The more complex technical elements of...
Wednesday 6 August 2014
There are many ways to achieve more distance off the tee – one of them is speed. Callaway has today announced the Big Bertha V Series Driver, the company’s fastest Bertha yet. The new driver, which will be available at retail in Europe from September 12, is built for speed and distance from lightweight materials, better aerodynamics and refined components,...
Written by Joel Tadman on Monday 4 August 2014
The TaylorMade SLDR Mini is one of a few ‘mini drivers’ that have hit the market this year. The size of the clubhead sits between that of a driver and a 3-wood, as does the loft. They combine the workability, versatility and launch of a 3-wood with driver-like distances thanks to thinner, hotter faces that promise more distance through less spin and...
Written by TG Senior Equipment Editor, Sean Ramsdale on Thursday 16 October 2008
Glenmuir has launched an eye-catching range of 10 Gift Box Sets for Christmas – offering retailers a wide choice from more than 30 shirt and knitwear design and colour combinations. Featuring Mens and Ladies products from the Scottish based company’s acclaimed 2008 collection, the shirt and sweater box sets make the perfect Christmas gift and will also look stunning on the...
Written by Joel Tadman on Friday 1 August 2014
Puma’s new Litestyle range of golf shoes for 2014 is all about fusing lightweight performance with Puma’s customary style. Sported by staff players Rickie Fowler and Jonas Blixt, Puma’s shoe line-up is attracting attention from a range of golfers. We met up with a fourball of TG readers at Forest of Arden to try out two models within it. Two...
Written by Joel Tadman on Wednesday 23 July 2014
British trolley maker Golfstream has recently joined forces with Greenhill to create two new electric trolleys, the remote-controlled DV8 and DUO. The Duo model (see video right) is easy to put up and down thanks to two click-and-fold points, while innovative short rear ‘legs’ let it stand upright when folded. It also has security code programming, distance control and speed settings.
Written by Joel Tadman on Tuesday 29 July 2014
Mizuno has released new videos of Luke Donald testing two new models of iron as well as a new wedge. The MP-H5 is a larger, more forgiving iron coming in to replace the MP-H4 model (watch the video, right), while the MP-15 is a more compact, forged iron aimed more toward the better player that will replace the MP-59s. Click here...
Tuesday 29 July 2014
This week, Yes Please Golf is excited to announce the opening of its new 6000 square foot unique golf store. The store has a high street location, situated in the centre of High Wycombe. With the store’s ethos of high-class service and everything a golfer could desire under one roof, it is a must visit for any golfer. The store will...
Written by Joel Tadman on Tuesday 29 July 2014
Martin Kaymer’s swing during his emphatic US Open win earlier this year held up under the most intense of pressures with a seemingly large amount of ease. It was rhythmical and repeated, time after time, and he barely missed a shot as a result. The 29-year-old German’s renaissance is partly down to a tennis ball. It is actually a training aid,...
Written by Joel Tadman on Thursday 3 July 2014
The G30 range, Ping’s latest addition to the G-series, comes with wholesale changes over its predecessor, combining advanced aerodynamics as well as new face designs and materials to increase distance and accuracy. The company’s latest innovations provide golfers with a fresh look as well as measurable distance gains, without sacrificing key performance attributes like control and forgiveness. The G30 series includes...
Written by Joel Tadman on Thursday 24 July 2014
Europe’s largest golf retailer, American Golf, is proud to announce the opening of a new flagship store in the heart of the City of London. Just a stone’s throw from Monument, this exciting new addition to the company’s portfolio is in a prime location and is being kitted out with the very best technologies on the market to help...
Written by Joel Tadman on Thursday 24 July 2014
Putting guru Scotty Cameron has been creating some of the world’s finest putters for decades through his work with leading tour professionals; and now there is somewhere for all golfers to experience the art of putting and go through the same fitting process as leading Titleist Brand Ambassadors, at the new Scotty Cameron Gallery. Located close to Cameron’s famed Studio in...
Written by Joel Tadman on Monday 9 June 2014
Footjoy’s D.N.A. golf shoe is the company’s flagship golf model for 2014 and is jam-packed full of groundbreaking technology to help you play better golf. World No.1 Adam Scott is just one of many Tour pros trusting the shoe on the PGA Tour this year so we wanted to find out if the shoe lived up to the hype. We visited a...
Friday 18 July 2014
European Tour golf coach Bill Ferguson and Suffolk PGA Captain Frank Hill to reveal ‘Secrets from the Tour’ at Britain’s newest golf festival. Two of Britain’s most experienced golf coaches will reveal tips and secrets from over 100 years in the sport – including coaching Ryder Cup heroes and European Tour players – at Britain’s newest festival of golf. PGA Master...
Friday 11 July 2014
British manufacturer Stewart Golf has announced an all new pushtrolley that will be built by hand in Gloucestershire. The R1 Push will feature specially designed, self adjusting bag jaws will accommodate any style of stand, cart or tour bag, and an innovative new silicone bag strap both adjusts to bag size and grips at the same time. Furthermore, the trolley will...
Written by Joel Tadman on Wednesday 9 July 2014
TaylorMade’s SLDR S is the latest addition to a range of drivers with a low and forward centre of gravity. There’s now five models in the SLDR line, which is said to offer something for every golfer, whether seeking distance, accuracy or workability. “The addition of SLDR S means even more players of different abilities can benefit from low forward CG...