Written by David Connor, Equipment Editor on Friday 9 October 2009
TaylorMade has announced the release of a new titanium-headed R9 fairway wood to complete its R9 range. The R9 Ti features a larger head than the original steel-headed R9 (190cc vs. 165cc) and a lower centre of gravity, which TaylorMade believes will appeal to higher handicappers who struggle to hit the ball off the deck with a fairway wood. The R9 Ti features...
Written by David Connor, Equipment Editor on Thursday 8 October 2009
Scotty Cameron has launched a new California line of putters as well as adding three new models to its popular Studio line. The new California line features four new models, each named after a town in the state – Coronado, Monterey, Sonoma and Del Mar. The new range includes blade and mallet-style heads and two different neck styles. The putters are available in multiple...
Written by David Connor, Equipment Editor on Thursday 8 October 2009
Cobra has launched new S2 and S2 forged irons aimed at the improving golfer and the skilled golfer respectively. The S2 irons are designed to produce maximum distance and accuracy for mid-handicapper golfers who prefer a wider sole design to inspire confidence over the ball. The club head is cast from stainless steel and features a polymer topline and toe insert alongside...
Written by David Connor, Equipment Editor on Tuesday 6 October 2009
Titleist have given their AP1 and AP2 irons a makeover for 2010 with improvements in feel, forgiveness and shot control. Both AP (advanced performance) irons are designed to provide performance without compromising on feel and feature a dual cavity design and multi-material construction. Changes to the Titleist AP1 irons include reducing the face thickness to move more weight around the head while the changes...
Written by David Connor, Equipment Editor on Tuesday 6 October 2009
Titleist say they have gone back to their roots by launching two of the most traditional-looking iron sets on the market in their new MB and CB irons. Both irons are traditional in shape and playability and are aimed squarely at the better player who prefers an uncomplicated look. The Titleist MB irons, or Muscle Back, irons are already being used on tour...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Thursday 1 October 2009
Cobra have launched their latest driver in the form of the new ZL, featuring Adjustable Flight Technology. The new ZL, which stands for Zero Limits, benefits from three face angle settings – open, neutral and closed – that allow players to tweak their driver to the ideal position for their shotshape and swing characteristics. The Cobra ZL driver features a titanium body and face...
Written by David Connor, Equipment Editor on Thursday 1 October 2009
Odyssey has just unveiled its newest range of putters – the stunning White Ice line. The new Odyssey White Ice range has been developed specifically to provide better feedback from today’s softer golf balls with a slightly firmer White Ice insert. White Ice putters are already in the bags of a number of tour pros and they’ve been specifically designed using feedback...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Thursday 1 October 2009
Callaway have been producing great wedges for a while now, and their latest offering in the form of the X-Series Jaws wedges. These new Callaway X-Series Jaws wedges have been inspired by the company’s X-Prototype irons and the new X-Series Jaws wedges will feature the renowned Mack Daddy grooves. These grooves can only be sold until the end of next year but amateurs can...
Written by David Connor, Equipment Editor on Thursday 1 October 2009
Yonex has launched its new Nanospeed 3i irons which feature three different types of head for ultimate performance throughout the head. The long irons feature a wide-sole design which resembles a hybrid shape for a high launch and more forgiveness, although these are also available in cavity back design for more accomplished players. The mid irons have a Carbon Composite cavity back...
Written by David Connor, Equipment Editor on Thursday 1 October 2009
The new Yonex Nanospeed 3i Hybrid has been launched with the promise that it will maximise distance and accuracy from any lie. That’s a bold claim but Yonex say the lightweight carbon crown of the club allows more weight to be positioned lower and further back in the club head to deepen the centre of gravity allowing for a higher ball...
Written by David Connor, Equipment Editor on Thursday 1 October 2009
The new Yonex Nanospeed 3i Fairway Woods are packed with the same technology as the new driver, which promises faster club head speeds, greater distances and more forgiveness on off centre hits. All of this combine to produce the longest and more forgiving Yonex fairway wood to date, according to the company. The technology includes the use of Elastic Titanium and Nano...
Written by David Connor, Equipment Editor on Thursday 1 October 2009
Yonex’s new Nanospeed 3i Driver has been launched with Isometric Face Technology and Dual Nanoscience shaft technology. What does that mean, you may ask? Well, according to Yonex it means greater impact speeds, greater distance and more forgiveness than ever before. Sounds good! Higher club head speeds are achieved by using Elastic Titanium and Nano Elastomer in the shaft while the Aero...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Thursday 1 October 2009
Following on from their massive success with the R9 driver, TaylorMade have launched their new R9 irons. Like the company’s Burner 09 irons, the long and mid-irons were designed separately from the short irons – this mean the long and the mid clubs are easier to hit and more forgiving, while the shorter ones make scoring the name of the game. And in...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, Senior Equipment Editor on Tuesday 29 September 2009
It’s THAT time of year again – the European Golf Show has come and gone and for all you gear-mad golfers there are going to be some pretty impressive new additions hitting the stores in the next year. The TG Equipment Team has spoken to the biggest names in the industry over the last few days and we will be bringing...
Written by TG Features Writer on Tuesday 29 September 2009
Prestigious golf clothing company Glenmuir has revived its relationship with International Pairs and agreed a deal to be the official supplier for the 2009 world final at Carnoustie from October 11-13. Competitors and staff at the tournament will receive a range of Glenmuir products branded with the International Pairs World Final logo, including a waterproof top, polo shirt and cap. The Scottish-based company last...
Written by TG Equipment Editor on Friday 25 September 2009
Go Planet Mars 100 is a new GPS unit which can store up to 100 courses and has access to 20,000 course maps from across the world. The GPS unit comes with a colour screen and gives distances to the front, middle and back of the green. It also allows you to measure accurately how far you have hit any particular shot. The...
Written by TG Equipment Editor on Friday 25 September 2009
Stowamatic has launched a range of five new push/pull trolleys to suit a variety of budgets. The company, which is known for its high-quality electric trolleys, believe they can transfer that expertise to the push/pull trolley market. The flagship product in the new range is the Stowamatic Continental three-wheel trolley. Priced at £69.99 it features a lightweight aluminium frame, a parking footbrake, pneumatic...
Written by TG Features Writer on Thursday 24 September 2009
It’s virtually impossible have a good golf swing and low handicap if your set up isn’t spot on and there’s a new product on the market that’s specifically designed to help you get it right. The one metre square Home Bay Indoor mat from Real Play demonstrates a square club face, correct ball position, correct hand position, squared shoulders, squared feet and...
Written by TG Features Writer on Thursday 24 September 2009
The ability to scramble well and save shots is integral if you want to save shots and lower your handicap and a new mat from Real Play. The one metre square mat demonstrates the optimum set up for a short chip, pitch and flop shot, including the club face, ball position, hand position, correct distance from the ball, shoulder position, varying stances and ideal...
Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Tuesday 22 September 2009
FootJoy has launched its latest shoe in the form of the FJ ICON – and it is already on the feet of the likes of McIlroy, Poulter and Villegas. The new range, which will debut in four patterns and nine styles, feature finely tailored upper designs, premium materials, performance-infused outsoles as well as a range of customisation options. In terms of technology...