Written by TG equipment editor on Thursday 13 August 2009
Nike has finally satisfied the curiosity of golf gear aficionados the world over by announcing the launch of its new Method putter range. The putter had been spotted in the hands of Paul Casey, Trevor Immelman, Stewart Cink and Lucas Glover in the form of a prototype in recent months and speculation had been rife that Nike were to release it...
Written by TG equipment editor on Thursday 13 August 2009
Stuburt has released a new range from its impressive shoe collection – in the form of the Comfort Pro shoes. The shoes feature a combination leather upper which is easy to keep clean as well as a bellow’s tongue to prevent water ingress through the lacing. In addition, Stuburt’s four-layer DRIBACK bootie membrane system gives supreme protection against all elements with a 12-month waterproof guarantee. The...
Written by TG equipment editor on Thursday 13 August 2009
It’s a bold claim to make but Glenmuir have released what they say is the world’s most technologically-advanced golf shirt. In an era where drivers, irons, putters and balls are all packing space-age technology, golf clothing is looking to catch up and Glenmuir has taken it to the next level with Thermocool fibre. The new Performance Tech shirts are designed to keep...
Written by TG Features Writer on Monday 10 August 2009
The 10% of golfers who are lefties usually get a raw deal, but now they’re getting something first for once. It may look like a normal shirt to the untrained eye, but this polo actually features 25% more fabric and a specific stretch panel on and over the leading right shoulder, which helps retain width in the backswing by providing additional...
Written by TG Equipment Editor on Friday 7 August 2009
Galvin Green clothing will be protecting the “Internationals” from the elements at this years Presidents Cup after being named official outerwear sponsor for the event. The “rest of the world” team will be under the stewardship of captain Greg Norman when they take on the United States in San Francisco in October. The team could include Masters champion Angel Cabrera, South Africans...
Written by TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 6 August 2009
With the barbeque’s already being packed away and the summer officially declared a washout it must be time for a new Ping autumn/winter collection comprising waterproofs and fleeces to stave off the cold. Yep, we were right. The new Ping Collection range is based on three new distinct colour palettes; Eclipse (Black, White, Titanium) Woodland Trail (Oatmeal, Earth) and Cloudburst (Cornflower, Bluewash). Ping...
Written by TG Equipment Editor on Tuesday 4 August 2009
GEL putters has introduced four new models to its exciting Paul Hurrion Signature range. The Ora, Pondera, Vicis and Quasso models have added to the impressive 2009 range inspired by renowned putting coach Hurrion, who counts Padraig Harrington, Rory McIlroy and Lee Westwood among his clients. The GEL ranges are always easy on the eye thanks to the striking yellow and blue...
Written by TG Equipment Editor on Tuesday 4 August 2009
Leading powered golf trolley manufacturer Motocaddy has struck a deal with electrical giants Panasonic for the provision of high-quality batteries on all its S-Series trolleys. Motocaddy’s trolleys, including the brand new S5 GPS, are renowned as being among the most advanced on the market and the company says the new advanced and proficient batteries will enhance efficiency and longevity throughout the...
Written by TG equipment writer on Tuesday 4 August 2009
Glenmuir has provided a commemorative shirt for the most powerful man in Scotland – no, not Colin Montgomerie but First Minister Alex Salmond. The Scottish National Party leader is a keen golfer and the Scottish-based company has provided him with a specially embroidered shirt to commemorate the Open being held in Scotland at Turnberry. Salmond was present at Turnberry to launch the...
Written by TG equipment editor on Thursday 30 July 2009
If you thought Ping only made clubs for game improvers then you obviously haven’t heard about the Ping S57’s. The S57’s feature a small head and blade-style design which expertly finishes off Ping’s product range and caters for lower handicappers looking for more feel and workability in their clubs. However, despite the small head, Ping still prides itself on the forgiveness of...
Written by TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 29 July 2009
What’s that you say? You’re desperate to know more about the Snake Eyes Viper XT irons. Well, you’ve come to the right place. The XT’s are a game improver set with a deep cavity and wide sole for ultra forgiveness and a low centre of gravity for a high launch. They also feature a super-hot face thanks to plasma welding round the...
Written by TG Features Writer on Wednesday 29 July 2009
Direct Golf UK’s Stadium Driving Range, Huddersfield, has undergone an overhaul, including a fantastic new short game area. The new additions are: A deluxe Hotblade Putting Green fitted by Showcase Greens A decking and seating area over-looking the putting green 6 real grass tees 6 high quality astroturf tees 4 real grass chipping greens 1 real full size sand bunker Take the Hotblade Challenge this summer and enter the...
Written by TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 29 July 2009
We put an incredible 59 iron sets up for review in a recent issue of Today’s Golfer magazine, splitting these into four categories. So, if you want to know what the greatest sticks are on the market right now, we’ve got some great iron reviews to keep you going… Over the next week we’ll have all 59 sets reviewed in our...
Written by TG Staff Writer on Monday 27 July 2009
ProStance’s Becky Brewerton scored a final round of 70 for a four round total of 270, 18-under-par, at Panorámica Golf & Country Club in Castelló to record a stunning six stroke victory at the Open de España Femenino. She finished six clear of fellow Welshwoman Breanne Loucks, Italian Diana Luna and Spaniards Tania Elosegui and Emma Cabrera-Bello. It was Becky’s second Ladies...
Written by TG Equipment Editor on Monday 27 July 2009
It’s good to see that Ping hasn’t neglected the faithful old fairway wood when it comes to the new i15 range. The Ping i15 fairway wood benefits from a longer face design which increases MOI by an impressive 13%, while the internal weighting has been designed to achieve a centre of gravity position that allows the more serious golfer to work the...
Written by TG Equipment Editor on Monday 27 July 2009
The Ping i15 hybrid is one impressive-looking club – clean, simple and full of great technology for the better player! The traditional head design increases the MOI by 7% which offers a decent level of forgiveness that even a better ball-striker will appreciate. The lofts are a degree stronger which means the ball should fly on a penetrating ball flight, while the internal...
Written by TG Equipment Editor on Monday 27 July 2009
If you like your driver to have a traditional, no-nonsense look, then the new Ping i15 driver will definitely float your boat! The pear-shaped 460cc head is forgiving because of a relatively high Moment of Inertia, but at the same time better players will love the workability that it offers. And it looks awesome – the entire head has been finished in a...
Written by TG Equipment Editor on Monday 27 July 2009
If you’re a better player, but you still want a bit of forgiveness in your irons, then read on – the new Ping i15 irons could be right up your street! For a start the Ping i15 iron set is designed with slightly larger long irons to offer more forgiveness from further out – after all, a three-iron looks intimidating at the best...
Written by TG Equipment Editor on Monday 27 July 2009
Ping’s G10 irons were built on the brilliant foundations of the G5 and G2 predecessors. And the latest Ping G15 irons beauties look set to have an equally impressive impact. We’ve got the full story in issue 260 of Today’s Golfer, which goes on sale on August 13. But in the mean time we can let you into a few little secrets...
Written by TG Equipment Editor on Monday 27 July 2009
Lots of manufacturers are making their hybrids to look more like fairway woods these days – but Ping have gone to a more traditional hybrid shape with their new Ping G15 hybrid. In fact, it looks more like a traditional driving iron if we’re honest – which we quite like! If we want a fairway wood, we’ll buy one! Ping say that the...