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Friday, July 28, 2023

Dundonald Links Hosts LPGA’s Women’s Scottish Open; Golf Channel Broadcasts Through Weekend


Seven of Top 10 players in Rolex World Rankings teeing it up at acclaimed new luxury resort

(Ayrshire, Scotland) – When Darwin Escapes bought and invested £25 million in Dundonald Links four years ago, it envisioned a world-class golf resort with a critically acclaimed 18-hole championship golf course – a scintillating luxury hub for golfers and all discerning travellers.

Four years later, Dundonald Links is rewarding its owners by rapidly becoming known as the place to stay and play for golf trips to Western Scotland’s astoundingly good collection of golf courses on the Ayrshire coast.

Further, it is hosting the Women’s Scottish Open – an LPGA /LET co-sanctioned event – for the second year this week through Sunday. It is the event’s strongest field ever as 17 major winners boasting 26 major titles, 45 LPGA winners (with a combined 144 titles) and 59 LET winners (174 titles) assemble at the Ayrshire venue.

Fourth-ranked Lilia Vu is joined in competing for shares of the $2 million purse by Ruoning Yin (No 5), Allisen Corpuz (No 6), Minjee Lee (No 7), Kim Hyo Joo (No 8), Atthaya Thitikul (No 9) and Lin Xiyu (No 10).

Golf Channel is broadcasting live play starting at 8 am tomorrow and Saturday, and beginning at 9 a.m. on Sunday in the U.S.

Dundonald Links has been one of Scotland’s most popular golf courses. The Kyle Phillips’ designed layout is known for its challenging bunkers and imaginative greens, earning a place among Ayrshire’s iconic, nearby courses. The resort hosted Final Qualifying for The Open Championship earlier this summer.

It is located close to a gaggle of iconic courses. As such, Dundonald Links created the Ultimate Ayrshire Golf Package, a stay-and-play offer that includes staying at the luxe venue and playing three stunningly fine links courses (check dundonaldlinks.com for details):

Dundonald Links, home of an 18-hole championship course, won two Scottish Golf Tourism awards for its excellence earlier this year. It is again hosting the Women’s Scottish Open this week, testament to the elite quality of its layout, design, and conditions.

Western Gailes, a “World Top 100 Course” (source: GOLF Magazine), that dates back over 125 years to 1897. Stretching to over 7,000 yards from the championship tees, the entire links lies adjacent to the sea.

Prestwick, birthplace of the Open Championship more than 160 years ago with the original design authored by Old Tom Morris, it includes epic, world-famous holes such as Himalayas and Alps.

Dundonald Links resort guests can stay in either modern hotel rooms or a collection of luxurious, self-catering lodges, all just a wedge shot from the golf course and clubhouse. The Canny Crow restaurant and whisky room pay tribute to the resort’s heritage while maintaining a contemporary feel, crafting a one-of-a-kind golf venue that is only growing in reputation.

Sun Mountain Eco-Lite Golf Bags Turn Trash Into Treasure


(Missoula, Montana)
– Sun Mountain Eco-Lite golf bags turn trash into treasure by using REPREVE polyester yarn made from recycled plastic bottles. Beyond the positive environmental impact of keeping this post-consumer plastic waste out of the landfill, Eco-Lite bags include many of the most popular features offered on Sun Mountain’s top-selling bags. Eco-Lite Stand Bag is available with a retail price of $249.99 and Eco-Lite Cart Bag retails at $279.99. For the retailer nearest you, call 800-227-9224 or visit www.sunmountain.com.

In addition to the environmental benefits of Eco-Lite’s fabric using post-consumer recycled plastic, Eco-Lite Stand Bag and Cart Bag are top-quality golf bags in their own right and both got some updates for 2024. Specifically, Eco-Lite Stand Bag gets a new 8.5”, 4-way top that features Sun Mountain’s proprietary easy-on, easy-off E-Z Lite Dual Strap System. The stand bag offers six pockets including a velour-lined valuables pocket, sizeable apparel pocket, quick-access range finder pouch, and a hydration sleeve. Eco-Lite Stand Bag is ultralight at just over four pounds and is available in six different colors.

The 2024 Eco-Lite Cart Bag also gets a new 9”, 14-way top that features fourteen individual full-length dividers to organize and protect clubs. The cart bag offers ten pockets including two velour-lined valuables pockets, vented cooler pocket, sizeable apparel pocket, magnetic closure range finder pouch, and multiple accessory pockets. Two utility handles help when lifting the bag on and off a golf cart, and the cart-strap pass through keeps the cart strap from blocking pocket access. Eco-Lite Cart Bag weighs six pounds and is available in six colors.

Sun Mountain partners with 1% for the Planet and donates a percentage of Eco-Lite sales to Montana Rivers, Inc., an organization dedicated to conserving and protecting rivers through outreach, restoration, and advocacy.

Made by Unifi, Inc. (NYSE: UFI), REPREVE is the global leader in recycled performance fibers. Leveraging its proprietary regeneration technology, REPREVE has transformed more than 35 billion plastic bottles into recycled fiber that is trusted by leading brands to develop sustainable products worldwide. REPREVE offers advanced fiber technology that delivers enhanced comfort, greater performance, superior durability, thermal regulation, and more. As the only eco-performance

fiber with U TRUST product verification to certify transparency and traceability, REPREVE is uniquely positioned to empower brands and consumers to champion sustainability. As a catalyst for change, REPREVE is committed to leading the global shift towards a more sustainable future by innovating today. For more information on REPREVE, visit www.repreve.com. For the Sun Mountain retailer nearest you call 800-227-9224 or visit www.sunmountain.com

Thursday, July 27, 2023

Edison Golf Offers a 30-Day 100% Risk Free Trial on the New EDISON 2.0 Wedges


(ROCKPORT, TX)
— Edison Golf, a company dedicated to revolutionizing wedge performance, announces that all EDISON 2.0 wedges are backed by a 30-Day 100% Risk Free Trial. The company will build you an EDISON 2.0 wedge and let you put it to the test on your course, hitting the variety of shots you face every round. If for any reason it's not the best wedge you've ever played, Edison Golf will buy it back.

“The only way to truly test a wedge is to spend time with it. Not just a few shots on the range or in a hitting bay, but under actual playing conditions,” said Terry Koehler, Chairman and Director of Innovation at Edison Golf. “We offer this risk-free trial because we know that if you’ll spend quality time with an EDISON 2.0 wedge, you’ll be hooked. In fact, since we’ve been offering this option, we’ve had less than 2% returns.”

EDISON 2.0 wedges were specifically designed to deliver better performance for recreational golfers than any traditional ‘tour design’ wedges. Edison’s innovative weighting technologies deliver unmatched forgiveness without sacrificing any shot making precision or versatility.

From the first glance, you’ll see the EDISON 2.0 wedges don’t look like any other wedges. That’s because they were designed from the ground up with forgiveness as the goal. The skills and abilities of recreational golfers are far different from how elite tour players play the game, and that is more pronounced in wedge play than just about any other area. Edison’s radically different weight distribution provides a more consistent smash factor across the face, and the proven Koehler Sole offers unmatched versatility to ever-changing turf conditions and swing paths.

“Our 100% Risk Free Trial allows golfers to take one of our EDISON 2.0 wedges to their course and hit the shots they face every round. From full-swing shots to a variety of pitch and chip shots, you simply must experience the feel, trajectory, spin, and turf interaction from all the lies you face and shots you hit on a daily basis,” added Koehler.

“This process should be done over a few rounds on the course, not just a short session on the range or a few dozen shots. You need to see the ball flight… and like it. You need to observe how the ball reacts when it hits the green. You need to hit full-swing shots, some chip-and-runs, mid-range wedge shots, short-side pitches, and bunker shots from the variety of sand textures you likely encounter. You quickly see better performance on your not-so-good shots. No other wedges even talk about “forgiveness.” It’s our driving force.”

Edison’s online buying experience allows the buyer to select their lofts, their preferred shaft and grip and request any custom alterations to Edison standards. This “Build Yours Now” interface coordinates with Edison’s enhanced and improved WedgeFit® Scoring Range Analysis experience.

EDISON 2.0 wedges are engineered to odd-number lofts from 45 to 59 degrees and are custom built for each golfer from a wide selection of premium shafts and grips. Requests for even number lofts are met by tweaking the lower number clubhead. Standard pricing is $199.95 for steel shaft wedges and $214.95 for graphite shafts. Shipping is free, and discounts are applied on orders for full sets of three or more. A broad selection of up-charge options for shafts and grips is also available during the shopping experience via the company’s website at www.EdisonWedges.com.

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Bonfit Announces the Rebranding of Brush-T


Brush-T continues to be the performance bristle golf tee-der

(LOS ANGELES, CA) – brush-t by Bonfit America, Inc., the first innovative performance bristle golf tee, is proud to announce that the company has rebranded the brush-t website, collateral materials, and assets.

brush-t by Bonfit is an international business with global distribution. In 2002, brush-t was established in the United States and exhibited at the 2003 PGA Show in Orlando. Since its inception, brush-t has been the category leader for performance bristle golf tees. Through the years, the award-winning bristle golf tee brand demographic changed. The new influx of golfers buying brush-t are younger, and new to the game. The brand needed a change to appeal to the new customer.

“We’re thrilled to make this announcement. Jacob Steckmann, our brand manager, has worked diligently to rebrand the brush-t website and maintain its core identity,” said Bonfit President Paul Krok. “We think he’s done a great job and we hope you will feel the same.”

The new website can be found at www.brusht.com. When you visit the new site, you will see that Steckmann took on a more contemporary approach. His photographs, fonts, and copy are crisp, fresh, and bold, much like brush-t.

“I’m excited for people to see the new look and feel of brush-t,” said Steckmann. “And we will continue to roll out the rebrand with new projects, packaging and testing data that is sure to impress golfers.”

The award-winning high-performance brush-t with its proprietary Fast-Flex bristle design reduces resistance at impact, restores stolen velocity which allows the ball to travel the maximum distance. It also eliminates deflection to ensure greater accuracy. The brush-t base is inserted into the ground at the same height for ongoing consistency. Some think it provides an unfair advantage, but the brush-t conforms to the rules of the USGA and the Royal and Ancient Golf Society at St. Andrews.

Independent testing on brush-t vs a wooden tee was performed in San Diego, California using the Iron Byron Swing Tester. The results proved that brush-t adds between 3.2 to 7 yards to driving distances and eliminates 2% deflection for enhanced accuracy as compared to a wooden tee. Three leading golf manufacturers’ equipment was used in the test and contributed to the distance variance.

There are four brush-t models: 3 Wood - 2” / Driver - 2.2” / Oversize - 2/4” / XLT - 3.1/8” All can be purchased at these golf specialty stores: Roger Dunn Golf Shops, Golf Galaxy, Dick’s Sporting Goods, or Edwin Watts, and online at www.brusht.com or www.amazon.com.

SuperStroke Congratulates Akshay Bhatia on His First-Career Victory at the Barracuda Championship


First-time winner uses SuperStroke’s Zenergy 1.0P 21” putter grip in playoff triumph

(Wixom, MI) – SuperStroke, the No. 1 Putter Grip in golf and the leader in innovative Tour-proven golf grip technology, congratulates 21-year-old PGA Tour player Akshay Bhatia on claiming his first-career victory after a one-hole sudden-death playoff at the Barracuda Championship. Playing in only his 36th start on the PGA Tour, Bhatia drained a clutch 15-foot putt on the par-4 18th hole at Tahoe Mountain Club to finish 72-hole regulation with 40 points in the modified Stableford scoring system. His par on the first hole of the sudden death playoff was enough to earn him the win plus full status on the PGA Tour and a spot in the FedEx Cup playoffs. Bhatia earned $684,000 in first place prize money.

Bhatia, now the 191st-ranked player on the Official World Golf Ranking and 92nd in FedEx Cup standings, was tied for 11th for the week in Putts-Per-Green-In-Regulation at the Barracuda and was tied for second in Birdies Made with 23, with help from his SuperStroke Zenergy 1.0P 21” putter grip, from SuperStroke’s popular Off the Truck series.

“Congratulations to Akshay Bhatia, a tremendous star-in-the-making, on his first-career victory at the Barracuda Championship,” says SuperStroke CEO Dean Dingman. “Akshay played and putted confidently and looked so incredibly in-control with his SuperStroke Zenergy 1.0P 21” ‘Off the Truck’ putter grip. Keep an eye on this wonderfully talented young player. This win could well be the first of many for him on the PGA Tour.”

Developed with direct feedback from Tour players, the SuperStroke Zenergy 1.0P 21” Off the Truck grip is SuperStroke’s longest length putter grip. With its extended length, the 1.0P 21” gives golfers the ability to armlock and grip lower down the shaft, enhancing stability and control.

SuperStroke grips are trusted by hundreds of top professional golfers. SuperStroke grips are trusted by legions of top professional golfers. So far in 2023, SuperStroke users have won 35 tournaments on golf’s major professional tours, totaling more than $26 million in first-place prize money in those events. 

SuperStroke’s putter grip line is a product of relentless innovation, fueled by feedback from more than 450 tour pros. From signature shapes and sizes to the cutting-edge materials, SuperStroke delivers unprecedented features into every putter grip while connecting golfer and putter like no other product on the market.

For more details on SuperStroke’s range of innovative golf grips and to keep up with the latest news from the company, visit https://superstrokeusa.com.

Explore Branson’s Exceptional Golf Destination, then Enjoy an Array of Post-Round Activities

Most-Compelling Venue for Sport in U.S. Ideal for Summer Fun On and Off Acclaimed Golf Courses

(Branson, Missouri) – Not only is Branson and its 10 courses middle America’s finest golf destination, but it’s complementary array of after-golf places and activities make it a must-visit summer stop.

Buffalo Ridge
All 10 Branson Golf courses are open to the public and range from luxury resort to daily fee options. Located close to one another, the courses are situated near many lodging options, restaurants, a theme park, museums, and countless other attractions without losing their idyllic settings amid the Ozarks’ natural bounty.

Further, traveling to Branson is convenient as it is within an 8-hour drive for 33 percent of the U.S. population. Those who prefer flying can choose between Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) – which has the most commercial airline choices – and Branson Airport (BKG), into which a significant number of private flights choose and to where some low-fare carrier routes arrive.

Five of Missouri’s Top 10-rated courses are in the Branson Golf destination, including the top four. Some of those are ranked among the country’s top 100 public courses by leading magazines.

Underscoring how good the golf is here, the American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) will conduct a tournament at Buffalo Ridge Golf Course (Tom Fazio design), July 31-Aug. 3. The event will consist of three 18-hole rounds with 78 of the world's top junior golfers competing.  The AJGA has an annual junior membership (boys and girls, ages 12-19) of more than 8,000 junior golfers from 50 states and 60 foreign countries.

Separating Branson from most golf destinations are the countless other leisure choices it offers. With dozens of restaurants, live entertainment theaters, three lakes, award-winning theme park (Silver Dollar City), and family friendly options at every turn, there’s something for everyone.

Branson also hosts numerous events and activities, including a week, Nov. 5-11 each year, for veterans. With patriotic tributes at live shows, moving memorials and an annual parade celebrating servicemen and women, Branson is ideal for veterans and their families.

Sports events – fishing competitions and baseball tournaments at Ballparks of America Branson to name a couple – are popular reasons people visit the destination. Pairing them with rounds of golf are win-win ways to enjoy vacations.

With the heat of summer in full blast, Branson has the perfect way to cool off after a sizzling round – you can jump in one of the three lakes or visit its many ice cream shops. There’s even Branson’s Frozen Treat Trail for ice cream lovers. Enjoy favorite frozen treats at numerous locations while receiving fun prizes for participating.

“Branson is coveted by repeat visitors for our wonderful golf courses, hotels, restaurants, shows, and ever-growing leisure activities and special events,” said Lynn Berry, Director of Communications, Branson Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Unboxing the G5 GPS Golf Watch from Shot Scope


GPS golf watch and golf ball.Shot Scope (www.shotscope.com), the golf industry-leader in advanced GPS, rangefinder and shot tracking technology, introduced the high-performance G5 GPS Golf Watch, featuring stylish interchangeable color straps that allows golfers to switch up their style for each round.

“The G5 golf watch adds the perfect blend of style to a truly innovative on-course game management tool,” said Paige Spiranac, Golf Influencer and Shot Scope Brand Ambassador. “The innovative features of G5 allow you to play your best golf, while also building a custom watch to accessorize your game with stylish strap colors to match your outfit. It’s cool, fun and most importantly it performs at the highest level.”

Available at an SRP of $149.99, and with NO subscription fees, the lightweight G5 is sold in either a black or gray base model with the choice of two color strap options: Classic White, Classic Black, Carbon Grey, Steel Grey, Navy, Army Green, Sky Blue, Burgundy, Mint Green, Orange, Pink, and Racing Red.

Complementing the color story, the innovative GPS watch provides dynamic yardages to the front, middle, and back of the green, as well as to hazards, layup points and dogleg distances, and comes pre-loaded with over 36,000 mapped courses worldwide, enabling golfers to build a strategy for each hole and select the right club.

Additionally, there is no phone required for set up, as G5 is ready to play straight out of the box, while also offering a digital scorecard to help keep track of scores throughout the round and is displayed clearly on the daylight readable color screen. Adding to the ease of use the G5 has an option to switch to large digit display mode making the digits larger and easy to read.

“G5 is a product where performance truly meets style, as golfers get unmatched accuracy from Shot Scope’s award-winning GPS distance measuring technology, as well as advanced course strategy features, while also having the option of matching their strap colors to their style preferences,” said David Hunter, CEO, Shot Scope.

Among the breadth of performance features available in the G5, which is one of the lightest GPS watches on the market and won’t interfere with the golf swing, includes a post round summary with total time played and score; last shot distance measurement function; multiple clock faces for everyday use; and free firmware updates, including new features. The G5 also comes with a free mobile app for quick and seamless course updates, as well as quick course edits, where Shot Scope’s in-house mapping team can make edits within 48 hours. Further, the G5’s battery life lasts 2+ rounds before re-charging before the next round.

With the color strap system, golfers can build a golf watch that suits their game and style by selecting a preferred color of watch case as well as two straps in the color of their choice. Golfers simply remove the strap with a slide of the bar to change the strap color to suit their preference for the day or to go for a new look.

Adds Hunter, “With hundreds of thousands of golfers around the world using Shot Scope products every day, our technology is proven to lower scores and improve performance for golfers of all playing levels. The G5 watch adds a dynamic new offering to our line-up of GPS watches and rangefinders that give golfers of all playing levels the best game management and performance options available in the game today.”

Friday, July 21, 2023

Blue Tees Golf Announces Preorder Dates fir GPS Touch Speaker—Player+


The Player+ Golf Speaker is a category leader with superior visual, audio, and touch sensor GPS screen

(LOS ANGELES, CA) – Blue Tees Golf, the market leader in golf technology, is thrilled to unveil the preorder dates for the NEW Player+ GPS Speaker. This device is designed and engineered to redefine and elevate the golfing experience for all golfers.

Blue Tees Golf is offering the opportunity to preorder the Player+ GPS Speaker to secure delivery of the first shipment. Ever since its debut at the PGA Show, the demand for this innovative device has been immense.

Preorders for the Player+ GPS Speaker will open on July 21, 2023, at 8 a.m. (PST). The Pre-Order price is set at $199.

“After conducting extensive market research, we set out to create a golf GPS speaker that surpasses all others with its intentional design and engineering. Our goal was to deliver a product that stands out from the competition, and we’re proud to say that the feedback from testers has placed us firmly at the forefront of the market. There’s simply nothing else like it.,” said Chris Markham, CEO of Blue Tees Golf. “We spared no expense in crafting a truly remarkable golf GPS speaker. Our dedication is evident in the incorporation of an optically bonded glass touch screen, multiple informative screens with access to 40,000+ courses accessible with a simple swipe, and sound quality that rivals the very best speakers in the market.”

The Player+ GPS Speaker combines smart technology with premium audio to create an immersive sound experience. Not only does it serve as a high-quality speaker for music, but it also provides audible distances, thanks to its sleek touch screen display. The Player+ GPS Speaker can be paired with multiple speakers simultaneously, boasts an ultra-strong magnet for easy attachment to any golf cart, includes a built-in USB-C power bank, and is fully IPX7 waterproof.

Scotty Cameron Introduces New Champions Choice Putters


Scotty Cameron Creates Button Back Plus Models in a Limited Release Offering

(CARLSBAD, Calif.) – Scotty Cameron introduces the next generation of Champions Choice Limited Release putters, four new “Button Back” models that expand upon the capabilities of Scotty’s recently-introduced “Plus” designs with the integration of his revered Teryllium copper alloy inlay.

Inspired by the putters Scotty has made for major winners and champions on the worldwide professional golf tours, each precision milled Champions Choice Button Back model is crafted with complementary materials – a solid precision milled 303 stainless steel putter head, an expertly-fused Teryllium insert and a sleek and lightweight aluminum sole component – to deliver outstanding performance and feel.

The longstanding and continued history of major champions trusting Scotty Cameron putters – four of the last seven majors have been won by Scotty Cameron players – is commemorated with unique Champions Choice graphics, a new Pistolini Plus grip and custom headcover.

In select Titleist golf shops worldwide beginning Friday, July 28, the new Champions Choice putters include the Newport Plus Button Back, Newport 1.5 Plus Button Back, Newport 2 Plus Button Back and Newport 2.5 Plus Button Back (also available in left-handed). Each putter features a solid milled 303 stainless steel body with a soft Teryllium inlay fused together with the iconic button head machine screws and Scotty’s latest vibration dampening technology.

QUOTING SCOTTY CAMERON: “Recognizing the demand for our original Champions Choice release in 2021, I had to do it again. But, of course, it had to be special. With the introduction of our new Super Select Plus models and the popularity of this new blade shape, it was a natural to create some unique Newport and Newport 2-style models for this seasonal release. I call the Plus width a “tweener” because it’s in between the size of a normal blade and our wider, Squareback 2 mid-mallets. Add the Teryllium in our Button Back design and these new Champions Choice Plus Button Back models celebrate the years of victory with our putters in four new designs built to look as good as they perform.”

2023 CHAMPIONS CHOICE MODELS: Four new Champions Choice models present golfers with two Plus-sized blade shapes, each offered with either a plumbing neck or a jet neck, in 33", 34" and 35" lengths:

• Champions Choice Newport Plus Button Back: Crafted slightly wider than a standard Newport with an I-beam style plumbing neck and Teryllium insert, its 6061 aircraft grade aluminum sole plate is engineered into the precision milled 303 stainless steel putter head for proper balance, ideal weight distribution and higher MOI.

• Champions Choice Newport 1.5 Plus Button Back: Based on the Newport Plus head shape, this model features an I-beam style jet neck for players favoring a naturally arced putting stroke. Its Teryllium inlay is fused to the 303 stainless steel putter head with vibration dampening technology and a three-button-head-screw configuration for outstanding feel and feedback.

• Champions Choice Newport 2 Plus Button Back: Designed by working with the game’s best players at Scotty’s Putter Studio, the Plus models’ wider profiles were designed for players looking for a slightly bigger blade and even more confident alignment. Coupled with the feel of Teryllium, this tour proven model is a glimpse into the future of putter development.

• Champions Choice Newport 2.5 Plus Button Back: Also offered in a left-handed version and based on the Newport 2 Plus head size, this model features an I-beam style jet neck for players creating a naturally arced putting stroke. Lending the Button Back style its name, three button head screws in conjunction with improved vibration dampening technology fuses the Teryllium inlay to the putter head.

CHAMPIONS CHOICE TECHNOLOGY: An integration of stainless steel, 6061 aircraft aluminum and a unique copper alloy, each new Champions Choice putter is engineered with a solid, precision-milled 303 stainless steel body expertly designed with a Teryllium inlay.

• LEGENDARY DESIGN: Prized by putting purists as an insert with unmistakably soft feel and a character revealed over time in a rich patina, the incorporation of Teryllium and the celebrated Button Back design expresses the heritage of this time-honored putter face material.

• MULTI-MATERIAL CONSTRUCTION: With a Teryllium insert expertly designed into the 303 stainless steel putter head and integrated with an engineered 6061 aluminum sole component, each precision milled Champions Choice model proves that complementary materials deliver outstanding performance and feel.

• MODERN VIBRATION DAMPENING: The traditional elastomer of the original Button Backs has been supplemented with the addition of a high-tech vibration dampening material placed between the Teryllium inlay and the putter head that provides unmatched feel and feedback.

WEIGHTING & SHAFTS: Each new Champions Choice putter features heel-toe weighting with two stainless steel weights and stepless steel shafts.

FINISH & GRAPHICS: Scotty’s silver misting process gives each new Champions Choice model a glare resistant sheen for a reliable finish in any light. Scotty’s familiar three-dot theme carries through to the back of the putter with translucent red, white and translucent blue accents around the machine screw heads. The color combination established in the first Champions Choice release is also expressed in the winner’s stripes designed into the face and sole of this limited offering. The milled flange sight lines are painted translucent blue.

ACCESSORIES: Each Champions Choice putter comes with a matching premium headcover in the line’s red, white and blue color scheme and includes a Pistolini Plus grip with blue lettering and white texture. Additionally, a custom Champions Choice shaft band adorns each shaft.

AVAILABILITY: The new Scotty Cameron Champions Choice putter models will be available worldwide on July 28, 2023, through select Titleist authorized golf shops. MAP: $700

ON THE WEB: www.scottycameron.com

YOUTUBE VIDEOS: https://www.youtube.com/ScottyCameron

Myrtle Beach Dominates Golfweek’s Ranking of South Carolina’s Best Public Courses

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(MYRTLE BEACH, S.C.)
Golfweek has unveiled its list of the “Best Courses You Can Play 2023: State-by-state rankings for public-access layouts,” and Myrtle Beach again dominated the list of South Carolina’s best public designs. 

After the scores were tabulated, Golfweek’s nationwide panel of experts ranked 12 Myrtle Beach golf courses among the Palmetto State’s top 20 public layouts, highlighting the depth and quality of the area’s offerings. 

Dunes Golf & Beach Club, which has been tapped to host Myrtle Beach’s first PGA Tour event in 2024, was the Grand Strand’s highest ranked course at No. 3. The Robert Trent Jones Sr. classic was closely followed by No. 4 Caledonia Golf & Fish Club, No. 5 True Blue Golf Club, No. 7 Tidewater Golf Club, No. 9 Moorland Course at Legends Resort, No. 10 TPC Myrtle Beach, No. 11 King’s North at Myrtle Beach National, No. 13 Heritage Club, No. 14 Dye Course at Barefoot Resort, No. 15 Grande Dunes Resort Course, No. 16 Heathland Course at Legends Resort, and No. 18 Fazio Course at Barefoot Resort.

The Golfweek list is a snapshot of what makes Myrtle Beach the game’s most popular travel destination. Grand Strand courses designed by Mike Strantz, Tom Fazio, Arnold Palmer and Tom Doak, among others, appear on the list, a testament to the area’s unmatched variety.

The Strantz courses - Caledonia and True Blue - have long been among the area’s most coveted tee times. Caledonia, a consensus top 100 public course, showcases the area’s Lowcountry beauty while True Blue delivers a muscular challenge, featuring wide fairways, expansive waste bunkers, and large, undulating greens. 

Home to nine holes that play along either Cherry Grove Inlet or the Intracoastal Waterway, Tidewater is among the prettiest courses in the state. The Moorland Course presents one of the area’s most daunting tests, highlighted by the short, par-4 16th hole, known as “Hell’s Half-Acre,” where everything from eagle to double bogey are realistic possibilities. 

TPC Myrtle Beach is one of the Grand Strand’s premier big event venues and an unforgettable layout. The Tom Fazio-Lanny Wadkins design has hosted a Senior PGA Tour Championship and it’s the home of the Dustin Johnson World Junior Golf Championship. King’s North, a Palmer design, is one of the Grand Strand’s signature courses, highlighted by the par-5 sixth hole, otherwise known as “The Gambler,” a moniker it earned due to the presence of an alternate island fairway. 

Heritage Club is one of Dan Maples finest courses, playing through a stunning piece of Lowcountry property while challenging players with greens complexes that are endlessly creative. Barefoot’s Pete Dye Course is the longtime host of the Hootie & the Blowfish Monday After the Masters Celebrity Pro-Am. 

Long regarded as one of the state’s best, Grande Dunes Resort Course is better than ever following a comprehensive greens, bunkers and clubhouse renovation project in the summer of 2022. Heathland was one of Doak’s first layout’s and the now legendary architect left little doubt that he was a star on the rise with his work in Myrtle Beach. 

Barefoot’s Fazio Course presents a challenge that is demanding yet imminently fair and players relish the opportunity. 

On the Tar Heel side of the state line, Thistle Golf Club, a 27-hole Tim Cate design, was ranked as North Carolina’s 10th best public course, further highlighting the abundance of options the Grand Strand has to offer. 

The birthplace of the stay-and-play golf package, Myrtle Beach delivers a combination of quality and value no other destination can match. For the latest news, golf package offers and more, visit PlayGolfMyrtleBeach.com.

Ram Golf Launch All New FX77 Players Distance Irons


Stunning muscleback iron delivers power-packed performance at a great price 

(RELEASE) — Thundering distance, fantastic sound and feel, and incredible playability make Ram Golf’s new FX77 Players Distance irons the outstanding choice for players looking to upgrade their irons as the golf season kicks into the busy summer months. 

This stunning set of premium irons is Ram’s best yet and is packed full of the latest technology in a clean, compact and elegant muscleback head design that will have your playing partners looking on in envy. 

Offered as a seven-piece set (4-PW), each iron features a dual material construction, with the body made from 431 stainless steel, while the super-hot face is made from 17-4 stainless steel which delivers unparalleled distance from a wide area of the hitting zone.

The muscleback design delivers a forged-like feel, with fast ball speeds and built-in forgiveness, while the hollow head design generates a lower centre of gravity for more stability, powerful trajectory and greater forgiveness on off-centre strikes. 

Available with high quality KBS Tour steel shafts or UST Recoil graphite shafts in regular or stiff flexes, and premium Lamkin Crossline grips, the FX77 Players Distance irons offer the complete package – and all for the almost unbelievable price of just $399.99 for a set of 7 clubs. 

FX77 iron - key Features and benefits: 

- Super hot face delivers delivers unparalleled distance 

- Muscleback design delivers fast ball speeds and high levels of forgiveness 

- Hollow head design for low centre of gravity and penetrating flight 

- Available in stainless and matte black finish 

All Ram Golf products deliver maximum performance without the high price often seen from other brands price, with all the cost of producing clubs being invested in quality components that deliver ball crunching performance without the eye watering price of some mainstream manufacturers.

Assembled by hand in the US for the ultimate in quality control, the FX77 irons can be purchased directly from Ram by visiting

FX-77 Irons (ramgolf.com) for the all-inclusive price of $399.99 (including free shipping) and a 12-month warranty.

Thursday, July 13, 2023

Apes Hill Barbados Achieves ACSP Certification from Audubon International for Enviro Best Practices


Sustainability, Eco-Essence at Heart of Luxury Resort Residential Community, Championship Golf Course 

(RELEASE) — Apes Hill Barbados, the luxuriant 475-acre property on the Island’s west coast, has achieved Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary for Golf certification for its 18-hole championship course from Audubon International, a global leader in environmental sustainability certifications. 

The Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf educates course managers on environmentally sound management techniques across six focus areas: Site Assessment & Environmental Planning, Wildlife Habitat Management, Water Conservation, Water Quality, Chemical Use Reduction and Safety, Outreach and Education. By becoming certified, courses receive third-party verification of their sustainability efforts; a win-win for the course and environment alike.

The 18-hole championship golf course at Apes Hill Barbados was designed by the legendary Ron Kirby and opened for play in November 2022, and the state-of-the-art Golf Performance Centre debuted earlier this year.

While this certification is for golf, that is just one of many environmental best practices at the amenity-rich luxury resort residential community that is setting an inspiring, elevated standard in the Caribbean.

“Achieving Audubon International certification illuminates our sustainability commitment which is foundational to everything we do here,” said Sunil Chatrani, Executive Chairman, Apes Hill Barbados. “We didn’t just build another green sustainable golf course; we’re building an eco-system rooted in responsible behaviour that puts our people, our wildlife and our planet first.”

Following are some environmental initiatives that Audubon International commended Apes Hill Barbados for implementing:

o Irrigating exclusively with captured rainwater

o Reducing irrigation use

o Expanding acreage that requires less irrigation (mulch beds, drought tolerant vegetation, low maintenance vegetation)

o Planting drought tolerant turf and vegetation

o Upgrading irrigation system to improve efficiency and distribution

o Analyzing weather data prior to irrigating

o Monitoring irrigation system to ensure efficiency and distribution patterns

o Installing part-circle heads to help eliminate water from going on cart paths and/or native areas

o Improving soil and turf health by using proper cultural practices including mowing, irrigation, fertilization, and compaction management

o Reducing overall chemical inputs by expanding acreage not requiring chemical treatment

o Introducing a new variety of turf that is less susceptible to disease

o Applying slow-release and organic fertilizers

Sustainability is a way of life at Apes Hill Barbados. With 60 acres dedicated to farming livestock, 30 beehives, vegetable gardens, and 17 acres for fruit trees, it is dedicated to preserving biodiversity. Planting passion fruit, lime trees, and other local trees helps reinforce a vibrant ecosystem. 

Apes Hill Barbados achieving ACSP certification comes on the heels of it recently garnering “Development of the Year” acclaim from Golf Inc., a leading golf industry magazine reporting news, trends, and best practices globally. That award “recognizes the finest private clubs and daily fee/resort courses with the best new traditional and non-traditional golf courses that opened during the past year around the globe.”

Apes Hill Barbados was bestowed with two Luxury Lifestyle Awards earlier this year as “Best Real Estate Developer” and “Best Sustainable Residential Development.”

“Apes Hill Barbados is burgeoning as a modern-luxury, environmentally responsible resort community that is unmatched in the Caribbean,” said Executive Chairman Chatrani.

Located on the Island’s most elevated terrain with sweeping views of both the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea, Apes Hill Barbados is also home to a developing range of accommodation options, with a portfolio of stunning real estate on site alongside golf vacation properties set to allow guests to stay and play from later this year.

Amenities at Apes Hill Barbados will include a wellness centre, several kilometers of enchanting nature trails, flood-lit Padel courts, TigerTurf tennis courts, spa, dining, and bespoke outdoor and well-being activities as well as a dedicated concierge service, among other top-class amenities.

For more information visit www.apeshill.com

Swing Control Will Launch Its New Bold 2024 Spring Collection at the PGA Show Frisco


The 2024 Spring Collection is comprised of elevated essentials, a terrific addition to any Pro Shop

(MONTRĖAL) – Swing Control, manufacturer of performance golf wear that works beautifully on and off the course, proudly announced today that the company will participate in the One2One Summit as well as exhibit at the 2023 PGA Buying and Education Summit, scheduled for July 31st through August 2nd, both to be held at the Omni PGA Frisco Resort, the new home of the PGA of America,

“The new and exciting SS24 Collection includes high-performance nylon tops and bottoms as well as an innovative take on our highly popular Cloud material. We’ve printed on the buttery-soft Cloud material with unforgettable designs. We can’t wait to show the buyers and the media attending the show,” said Swing Control Brand Manager Josh Mark. “And some of the new pieces from the SS24 Collection transition or bridge into racquet or paddle sports.”

Debuting at the PGA Show Frisco are new lines, fabrics, and fits. The new Velocity high-performance tops and Airspun high performance bottoms feature a lightweight nylon that feature moisture wicking and UV protection. “We’re thrilled to incorporate these important elements into our new lines. Our moisture wicking is flawlessly engineered to dry quickly, and the UV protections is essential in blocking ultraviolet rays.”

Also, a new introduction from the SS24 is the new Modern Ankle. A fresh and contemporary version of the Classic Pant but with a 26” seam for a for a more flattering fit. “Early testing proves this fit will be a huge hit with any demographic.”

Swing Control will personally present PGA Show specials that will run through the duration of the PGA Show Frisco. In addition, the company will be giving away one garment per day, for visiting the booth. To participate, visitors must have their badge scanned.

Swing Control invites all attendees to visit Booth #1014 to personally see the new bold SS24.

To schedule a meeting, reach out to Josh Mark, Swing Control Brand Manager, at Josh@swingcontrol.com.

Shot Scope Debuts G5 High-Performance GPS Golf Watch


Style Meets Performance … Golfers Can Choose from a Vast Range of Color Strap Options to Complement the Innovative G5 that Provides Dynamic Yardages to the Front, Middle and Back of the Green, as well as to Hazards, Layup Points and Dogleg Distances

(Edinburgh, UK) — Shot Scope (www.shotscope.com), the golf industry-leader in advanced GPS, rangefinder and shot tracking technology, today introduced the high-performance G5 GPS Golf Watch, featuring stylish interchangeable color straps that allows golfers to switch up their style for each round.

“The G5 golf watch adds the perfect blend of style to a truly innovative on-course game management tool,” said Paige Spiranac, Golf Influencer and Shot Scope Brand Ambassador.  “The innovative features of G5 allow you to play your best golf, while also building a custom watch to accessorize your game with stylish strap colors to match your outfit. It’s cool, fun and most importantly it performs at the highest level.”

Available at an SRP of $149.99, and with NO subscription fees, the lightweight G5 is sold in either a black or gray base model with the choice of two color strap options: Classic White, Classic Black, Carbon Grey, Steel Grey, Navy, Army Green, Sky Blue, Burgundy, Mint Green, Orange, Pink, and Racing Red. In turn, golfers can opt to purchase additional straps from Shot Scope at https://shotscope.com/us/products/golf-gps-watches/g5/ to enjoy multiple colors that match their style preference.

Complementing the color story, the innovative GPS watch provides dynamic yardages to the front, middle, and back of the green, as well as to hazards, layup points and dogleg distances, and comes pre-loaded with over 36,000 mapped courses worldwide, enabling golfers to build a strategy for each hole and select the right club.

Additionally, there is no phone required for set up, as G5 is ready to play straight out of the box, while also offering a digital scorecard to help keep track of scores throughout the round and is displayed clearly on the daylight readable color screen. Adding to the ease of use the G5 has an option to switch to large digit display mode making the digits larger and easy to read.

“G5 is a product where performance truly meets style, as golfers get unmatched accuracy from Shot Scope’s award-winning GPS distance measuring technology, as well as advanced course strategy features, while also having the option of matching their strap colors to their style preferences,” said David Hunter, CEO, Shot Scope.

Among the breadth of performance features available in the G5, which is one of the lightest GPS watches on the market and won’t interfere with the golf swing, includes a post round summary with total time played and score; last shot distance measurement function; multiple clock faces for everyday use; and free firmware updates, including new features. The G5 also comes with a free mobile app for quick and seamless course updates, as well as quick course edits, where Shot Scope’s in-house mapping team can make edits within 48 hours. Further, the G5’s battery life lasts 2+ rounds before re-charging before the next round.

With the color strap system, golfers can build a golf watch that suits their game and style by selecting a preferred color of watch case as well as two straps in the color of their choice. Golfers simply remove the strap with a slide of the bar to change the strap color to suit their preference for the day or to go for a new look.

Adds Hunter, “With hundreds of thousands of golfers around the world using Shot Scope products every day, our technology is proven to lower scores and improve performance for golfers of all playing levels. The G5 watch adds a dynamic new offering to our line-up of GPS watches and rangefinders that give golfers of all playing levels the best game management and performance options available in the game today.”

Shot Scope’s G5 GPS Watch, which has an SRP of $149.99 and conforms to the Rules of Golf, can be purchased at Dick’s Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, PGA Superstores, Play Better, golf specialty stores, or online at www.shotscope.com. Keep up to date with all of the Shot Scope news on social media: Twitter @Shotscope /Facebook @Shotscope /Instagram @shot_scope. Or, check out this G5 video at https://youtu.be/MUI3tYmxiIs.

Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Summer Sizzles with These Golf Offers


The summer months are chock full of golf rounds, vacations, equipment purchases and new private club memberships throughout the country. Longer days, saved up vacation time and the endless pursuit of par lead to many, many golf rounds. In fact, according to the National Golf Foundation, ball and club sales are up 2% versus last year and up 51% since 2019. And the summer is a major source of sales over the past three years. For those looking to up their games while the sun shines long and hard, here’s a diverse mix of golf offerings. 

Travel Bag Perfection


Summer is prime buddy trip time for many golfers who are simply not able to get away as easily during the spring and fall months. For those hopping planes to their dream destinations, the Sun Mountain ClubGlider Meridian is the gold standard when it comes to travel covers. Remarkably, it was awarded Golf Digest’s “Editors Choice” for Travel Bags 2016-2022 and has scored numerous accolades in 2023. Dense foam padding through the top of the bag protects clubs while the leg mechanism supports the weight of the bag. The pivoting wheels are key, making the ClubGlider a cinch to maneuver around crowded airports. 

www.sunmountain.com

Golf Balls Made Easy


OnCore Golf has been the leading direct-to-consumer golf ball brand for over a decade. Its patented, perimeter-weighted golf balls have completely upended the industry as they’ve outperformed many of the “big name” brands in independent testing. OnCore recently released the VERO X2, a four-piece, 95-compression ball that’s quickly making a name for itself on the Korn Ferry and PGA TOURs via brand ambassador Erik Compton. Last year, OnCore launched “Club OnCore,” a totally new concept in the “DTC” world that provides members with free shipping, customization, sitewide discounts and partner deals for an annual fee. And just for joining, they even receive free balls and merch.

www.oncoregolf.com

Golf Shoe Saviors


Golf shoes and the summer golf season were incompatible with each other for decades. The summer is hot and humid. Golf shoes were heavy, thick and unbendable. Enter TRUE linkswear a few years back. The company, based in Tacoma, Wash., was founded by PGA TOUR standout Ryan Moore and his brother Jason. At the time, Jason was caddying for Ryan and the duo was walking many miles every week around the country and suffering from sore feet. This led to the launch of TRUE, which today crafts an amazing collection of walking-focused, spikeless golf shoes that are so comfortable, they’re worn on and off the course. The All Day Knit 3 is a top seller in the summer. It features a minimalist design and a breathable, one-piece upper that forms to golfers’ foot shapes. 

www.truelinkswear.com

Apparel Like You Care


It’s rare these days that any product, much less a golf product, can claim to be “first to market” in a specific industry. But that’s exactly what Radmor Golf has done. The Seattle-based brand helmed by Scott Morrison and Bob Conrad is the first in the golf industry to eliminate the use of “virgin” polyester at the garment level. Moreover, Radmor has also reduced the amount of recycled ocean polyester and recycled nylon to just 10%, almost unheard of in the apparel business. This summer, Morrison and Conrad are offering more than ever, especially in the polo category. The cool, sporty and styling Taylor Cap Stripe, Douglas Stadium Pique and Hudson Attack Mode offerings are made from extra-long staple cotton that’s biodegradable. 

www.radmorgolf.com

Join the Clubs

The Club at Olde Cypress

Most private golf clubs in Sun Belt markets from coast to coast are currently full and only accepting new members on waitlists. It’s incredible how the market has changed over the past three years. For those looking to join a club this summer, a few creatively available options are out there. The Club at Olde Cypress in Naples, Fla., recently sold out its full golf membership category. However, it still offers an Associate Golf Membership with the same full privileges during the off-season from May through October and a set number of golf rounds during the peak season. The “AGM” grants unlimited golf course use for six months for cart fee only and unrestricted use of the practice facilities year-round. Tee times are available two days in advance – more than ample given the limited number of members utilizing the club during that span. During the peak season (November through April), AGMs are allotted 12 tee times for a reduced green and cart fee. At Champion Hills in Hendersonville, N.C., the Tom Fazio club offers Full Equity memberships, as well as an innovative Equity 55 Golf for those 55 and under. Champion Hills is home to beautiful mountain homes and is located just an hour from Asheville and Greenville, S.C.

www.oldecypress.com

Champion Hills

www.championhills.com

Vokey WedgeWorks Introduces Limited-Edition 54M Grind


(CARLSBAD, Calif.)
– Vokey WedgeWorks introduces the new Limited 54.08 M Grind, one of Bob Vokey’s original tour grinds and considered the “most favorite” by the Master Craftsman among all his extensive designs.

Currently only available in 56°, 58°, 60° and 62° lofts, all with 8° of bounce, the M Grind is designed for players that like to rotate the club face open and closed to manufacture shots around the green.

“The M grind is a medium bounce wedge that features a heel, toe and trailing edge sole grind and is for players who want a sand wedge to play in medium to firm soil conditions or firmer bunkers,” said Vokey. “It is also ideal for the golfer with a shallower, neutral, or more sweeping delivery who likes to play shots around the greens with the face in a variety of orientations or positions.”

The WedgeWorks M Grind is visually similar to the SM9 D Grind due to the medium width sole with heel, toe and trailing edge relief. The 54.12 D Grind, however, plays to a higher effective bounce than the 54 M Grind. The M Grind is also better suited to players who have a neutral to shallow angle of attack around the green and on fuller swings, whereas the D grind suits players with a steeper delivery.

Advanced Personalization and Custom Options: The Limited Edition 54 M Grind features a modern, clean look, which provides a canvas for customization. The WedgeWorks custom options include:

• Six unique toe engravings

• Stamping options | 10-character Straight/Freestyle stamping; 15 characters around the toe and two lines of 10 characters each

• Flight Lines alignment feature

• WedgeWorks Limited Edition 54 M Grind can also be custom ordered with an industry-leading selection of shafts, grips, shaft bands and ferrules. For a complete list of options, visit www.Vokey.com

Stock Shaft: Dynamic Gold S200 | Stock Grip: Golf Pride 360

Availability: The WedgeWorks Limited Edition 54 M Grind will be available globally beginning Tuesday, July 11 in right-hand and Raw Finish only while supplies last. MSRP: $225.

Monday, July 3, 2023

SuperStroke Congratulates Rickie Fowler on His Playoff Victory at the Rocket Mortgage Classic


Six-time winner on the PGA Tour uses SuperStroke’s Zenergy Tour 3.0 17” putter grip in dramatic playoff win

(Wixom, MI) – SuperStroke, the No. 1 Putter Grip in golf and the leader in innovative Tour-proven golf grip technology, congratulates PGA Tour star Rickie Fowler on capturing his sixth-career PGA Tour victory at the Rocket Mortgage Classic. To secure his first win since the 2019 WM Phoenix Open, Fowler had to fire a final-round, four-under-par 68 and then sink a clutch 12-foot birdie putt on the first hole of a three-man sudden-death playoff. The action-packed win secured Fowler, a SuperStroke Zenergy 3.0 17” putter grip user, the $1.584 million winner’s purse and moved him inside the top 10 in the FedEx Cup Standings.

Fowler’s game has been trending in the right direction all season as he had amassed seven top-10 finishes (including two runner-up showings) before this cathartic victory. Fowler currently ranks 11th on the PGA Tour in Strokes Gained: Putting Average, and he gained 4.538 strokes on the field at the Rocket Mortgage (ranking 12th in the field in that stat category for the week).

“The entire SuperStroke team congratulates Rickie Fowler on an extraordinary performance at The Rocket Mortgage. It was a thrill to watch him play with confidence and freedom from tee to green and putt brilliantly all week. When he needed to be clutch with his SuperStroke Zenergy Tour 3.0 17” putter grip, he rose to every occasion,” says SuperStroke CEO Dean Dingman. “We knew great things were coming for Rickie and this could be just the beginning for him and an exciting run of successes. His putting looks natural and has become a great strength in his game.”

Fowler’s unique putter setup – with a 38-inch shaft for a counter-balancing effect and a SuperStroke Zenergy Tour 3.0 17” putter grip – has been making headlines and convincing golfers from various ranks to try a similar configuration. The SuperStroke Zenergy Tour 3.0 17” is currently sold out, but will be available again mid-July. Those interested in ordering one can join the waitlist on SuperStrokeUSA.com.

Three of the top-seven finishers in the field at the Rocket Mortgage Classic were using SuperStroke putter grips.

At 3.6 inches longer than the standard grip, the Zenergy Tour 3.0 17” – released as part of SuperStroke’s “Off the Truck” series of grips that have been developed with crucial input from tour professionals seeking feel, comfort, performance, and a competitive edge – offers golfers a range of unique benefits. Like any of SuperStroke's extended length grips, the Tour 3.0 17" can be used to achieve an armlock setup by positioning the grip up the forearm. Additionally, the Tour 3.0 17" grip can serve as a counterbalance option, extending the grip above the hands. This allows golfers to shift the weight above the hands and elevate the balance point of the putter, resulting in a more consistent stroke.

Available in White & Black and Red & Black options, the Zenergy Tour 3.0 17" Tour Series putter grip features SuperStroke’s traditional and most popular putter grip profile. The Tour Series parallel design has a uniform lower hand profile to minimize grip pressure and maintain putter head path for a more consistent stroke.

As part of Zenergy, SuperStroke’s latest line of putter grips featuring enhanced Spyne technology, the Zenergy Tour 3.0 17” Putter Grip features new multi-zone texturing, and our patented no-taper shape for unmatched confidence to quiet your hands – and your mind.

Features Include:  

- Enhanced Spyne™ Technology – The new Spyne™ Technology has an improved, embossed ridge along the underside of the grip, engineered to make it easier to square the face at impact.  

- New Multi-Zone Texturing – Strategically placed textured in high-sensory areas designed to optimize feedback and comfort from the incredibly soft polyurethane outer layer.  

Specifications:  

- Width: 1.23"

- Length: 17"

- Weight: 93g

- Core: 0.6"

SuperStroke grips are trusted by legions of top professional golfers. In 2022, SuperStroke users won 61 tournaments on golf’s major professional tours, totaling more than $58.5 million in first-place prize money in those events.

SuperStroke’s putter grip line is a product of relentless innovation, fueled by feedback from more than 450 tour pros. From signature shapes and sizes to the cutting-edge materials, SuperStroke delivers unprecedented features into every putter grip while connecting golfer and putter like no other product on the market.

For more details on SuperStroke’s range of innovative golf grips and to keep up with the latest news from the company, visit https://superstrokeusa.com/.

Amazon Prime Day Offer from BIG MAX – 48 hours, July 11 and 12


The award winning Autofold FF folds flat in one simple movement, ready to fit in virtually any car trunk with a golf bag on top. On the course this robust, stylish design benefits from a footbrake, large storage compartment and adjustable brackets to fit even the largest Tour bag. A 5 year warranty finishes off this innovative model from Europe’s No. 1 push cart brand, and with a $160 reduction on MSRRP for Prime day, you will never get a better value opportunity to walk the course in style.

Prime Day Price: $199

MSRRP: $359

Amazon.com: Autofold FF Push Carts by Big Max USA (Black) : Sports & Outdoors

Stewart Golf Opens US Customer Care Center in Houston


(Houston, Texas)
–Stewart Golf—the preeminent manufacturer of the world's best electric and push golf carts—has opened its first U.S. customer care center in Houston, Texas. The new location will look after all Stewart Golf customer-care inquiries, servicing, and repairs.

“We’re thrilled to be able to offer dedicated customer care and servicing to our U.S. customers,” said CEO Mark Stewart, who officially opened the new center alongside Stewart Golf Co-Founder David Funnell and Chairman Ross Stewart.

“Next to creating world class golf caddies, looking after our customers is the most important thing we do,” said Stewart. “Our team even changed their name from ‘customer services’ to ‘customer care’ to reflect how we think about this.”

In anticipation of the opening of the facility, the U.S. team spent a week at Stewart’s UK headquarters and factory in the Cotswolds. Members of the UK team will be frequent visitors to Houston, ensuring the two sites share the same vision, culture, and commitment to the customer.

At the same time, Stewart Golf has upgraded its distribution capabilities, opening a new shipping center in Nevada, reducing wait times for more than 90% of its U.S. customers.

Stewart Golf, launched in Great Britain in 2003, has experienced tremendous U.S. growth the last few years as interest in the game—and walking the course—have increased.  Stewart Golf is listed among the 100 fastest growing private UK companies by the Sunday Times (London).

“As well as a strong business in the UK, we export to more than 40 countries globally,” Stewart added. “The U.S. is the biggest golf market in the world and our single largest. Many U.S. golfers like to ride, but there are a huge number of walkers and many more who we think of as ‘walking curious.’

Stewart’s offerings include push carts, follow carts, including the flagship Q Follow, the X10 Follow, and the all-new VERTX Remote, the most intelligent remote caddie ever built, with patent-pending Active Terrain Control. All new golf carts come with a two-year warranty.

Among the many accolades and awards received by Stewart Golf are editor’s choice accolades in the United Kingdom from Golf Monthly and Today’s Golfer Magazines, as well as ACE Award by Golf Inc. for innovation, impact on transforming golf courses, and financials. 

For additional information about the Stewart Golf products, access the website at www.stewartgolfusa.com.