Written by Simon Daddow on Tuesday 24 November 2015
Wilson Staff say their wedges have won 82 majors so they know a thing or two about how they they should be designed. The new PMP (Precision Milled Performance) wedges include maximum volume grooves for spin on full shots, laser etched micro spin lines for increased spin and control on partial shots plus a perfectly flat, milled face for greater consistency. Three...
Written by Rob McGarr on Monday 23 November 2015
“I’m happy to put the clubs away for a while,” said Rory McIlroy, after a DP World Tour Championship victory sealed the Race to Dubai title, his third in four years. It’s been a long season for 26-year-old McIlroy. As world number three, any season where you don’t win a Major will be tinged with disappointment, but the DP World...
Written by Simon Daddow on Monday 23 November 2015
Kalea is TaylorMade’s first specific ladies range for over a decade and they reckon its been designed to deliver meaningful performance benefits to female players. The range utilises features and technology beneficial to female players to help improve performance. Optimised lofts, low/back CG locations, slot technology in the soles and Kalea SlimTech shafts with smaller tip diameters help increase launch angle. Kalea’s...
Written by Simon Daddow on Monday 23 November 2015
No matter what time of the year, playing golf in the UK always comes with the threat of rain. So Wilson’s new Dry Tech stand and cart bag have been designed especially to cope with what ever the weather throws at it. The bag outers are protected with a PU coating to ensure your clubs and belongings stay dry, and the...
Written by Simon Daddow on Wednesday 18 November 2015
It’s only been weeks since Puma unveiled the all new TitanTour Ignite cleated shoe but with such good foam technology to spout about its no surprise they’ve backed it up with a spikeless model. The soles of the spikeless feature an Ignite foam footbed which maximises energy return to the foot increasing comfort and responsiveness. A new GripZone sole features strategically...
Written by Simon Daddow on Tuesday 17 November 2015
At more than 120mph, Rory McIlroy’s golf swing is one of the most powerful on the professional tour. His ability to attack the ball with velocity while maintaining control, requires strength and a strong base. When it all comes together, McIlroy reckons, he’s able to “swing within himself.” This insight played a major role in the development of Nike’s new Lunar...
Written by Simon Daddow on Tuesday 17 November 2015
Cobra may not be the first name you think of when its comes to choosing a new driver, but they’ve always had a solid technology story. We reckon with the new wave of super hi-tech products they’re releasing you should think again before buying a new driver in 2016. Cobra King F6+ Driver £299 Stock shaft: Matrix Black Tie 65M4 Cobra reckon...
Written by Simon Daddow on Tuesday 17 November 2015
Cobra’s technology story is not just limited to its woods, the new King F6 irons are just as laden with hi-tech wizardry. Cobra’s engineers have broken down the set to individual clubs and designed each for its own specific purpose. So hollow heads and hot face inserts in the 3-5 Irons deliver a low cg, increased moi performance and higher...
Written by Simon Daddow on Monday 16 November 2015
Ping have launched a new app to work on the Apple Watch which includes a “Golf Workout” feature capable of tracking fitness data, swing tempo and on-course statistics. The iPing app is a free download from the App Store. The full Golf Workout experience is available as an in-app purchase at an introductory price of £3.99. “Our Golf Workout for Apple Watch presents a tremendous...
Written by Simon Daddow on Friday 13 November 2015
Here at TG we’ve used SkyTrak’s launch monitor during our test sessions over the last couple of months and we’ve been impressed with its accuracy and mobility. But the SkyTrak was always intented to be much more than just a launch monitor so the company are going a step further and offering golfers the chance to play WGT Golf in...
Written by Simon Daddow on Tuesday 10 November 2015
With an RRP of just £219.95 and using the multiple award-winning technology of its predecessor, this new laser offers golfers accuracy, style and performance at a competitive pricepoint. The GolfBuddy LR5 is jam-packed with features including: an 880 yard range, yards and metres display, water and dust resistancy, an automatic shut off and a 5000 scan battery life. The GolfBuddy LR5 benefits...
Written by Simon Daddow on Tuesday 10 November 2015
British trolley brand Stewart Golf have released a Platinum Edition of their popular R1 Push trolley. Production of the R1 Push Platinum Edition is to be limited to just 200 trolleys, all built by hand in Great Britain. As well as the elegant platinum colour, the trolley also has a special ‘Platinum Edition’ badge. CEO Mark Stewart said, “Building our trolleys in...
Written by Rob McGarr on Monday 9 November 2015
Shanking a wedge is one of the most demoralising shots in golf. There’s nothing worse than picturing the ball soaring into the air and landing with a thud next to the pin, only to hear that unmistable ‘clank’ as hosel meets ball and sends it scuttling off to the right quicker than a UKIP politician. Show us a golfer who has...
Written by Simon Daddow on Monday 9 November 2015
Under Armour has unveiled its Autumn/Winter collection of performance apparel with a simple new three-tiered system to explain its differing levels of weather protection. Storm 1: Gives golfers water-resistant clothing through Under Armour’s DWR finish, which repels water making it suitable for light rain / showers where waterproofs aren’t necessary. Key Storm 1 garments: UA Elemental Golf Pant (£70), UA Tips Vest (£85) &...
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...
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
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...
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...