Tuesday, September 14, 2021

Tour Edge Develops Upgraded Hot Launch 522 Series with Diamond Face 2.0

Tour Edge, the pound for pound industry leader in performance and innovation, introduces their new Hot Launch 522 Series of golf clubs that will be available starting October 1, 2021.

Tour Edge describes this new series as “The Easiest Clubs You’ll Ever Hit.”

Monday, September 13, 2021

Tour Edge Sets New Record with 68 Exotics in Play on PGA Tour Champions

This week at the inaugural Ascension Charity Classic on the PGA TOUR Champions, Tour Edge continued their impressive growth by posting a new personal best for number of clubs in play (68) in a PGA TOUR event.

Propelled by the launch of their new Exotics Pro 721 “straight from the tour van” limited series, Tour Edge set new personal best marks in several categories.

New Mizuno T22 Wedges Feature Three New Finishes and Four Grinds

Mizuno, the Japanese equipment manufacturer founded in Osaka in 1906 has revealed the newest iteration of its teardrop wedges, the T22. Available from October 2021.

With more than 50 years of refining the Grain Flow forging process in Hiroshima, Japan, Mizuno’s wedges are unrivalled for touch and feel around the green.  Properties best demonstrated in Mizuno’s T-Series wedges, developed hand in hand with former world #1 Luke Donald.  The latest evolution – the T22 refines Mizuno’s players shape once again and introduces four different sole grinds for varying techniques and conditions.

Mizuno Golf Announces Next Gen ST-G 220 Driver

Mizuno, the Japanese equipment manufacturer founded in Osaka in 1906 has announced the latest generation of its ST Series driver, the ST-G 220, will be made available from September 2021.

Building on the success of the ST-Z and ST-X drivers and featuring Mizuno's new SAT2041 Beta Ti face and complex carbon construction to deliver both potent ball speeds and a dense, satisfying sensation at impact, the ST-G 220 driver adds unparalleled adjustability to the mix for super-precise fitting.

Sunday, September 12, 2021

Cuater Legend Golf Shoes Review

In just over one year since launching its first golf shoe line-up, Cuater, a sub-brand of TravisMathew, has become one of the most adulated brands in the culture of golf shoes.  And the Cuater Legend, with classic looks and subtle luxuries check off all the boxes you want in a premium pair of golf shoes.

Now and always for any golf shoes, comfort is king.  And Legend's comfort is unmistakable as soon as you tie the laces.  With one of the softest, supple, full-grain leathers of any shoes I’ve worn, Legend almost has a suede-like feel to it.

G/FORE Announces New G/DRIVE Golf Shoes

Golf footwear innovator and luxury lifestyle brand G/FORE is excited to announce the launch of the G/DRIVE, a new tech-driven golf shoe that seamlessly locks in comfort, style, and performance for all day wear.

Featuring a similar silhouette to G/FORE’s innovative MG4+ with its washable, triple density foam cushion footbed, auxetic lattice midsole, and premium waterproof upper, the G/DRIVE takes your game one step further with a patented fast twist closure system that lets you dial in your fit and comfort for ultimate performance.

Friday, September 10, 2021

Cleveland Golf Announces Launcher XL Irons

Cleveland Golf is proud to announce the all-new Launcher XL Irons, game improvement irons designed to give players a reliable ball flight and consistent control. The Launcher XL Irons officially launch in North America on Sept. 17, 2021.

The Launcher XL Irons is the ideal iron set for players seeking forgiveness and accuracy in one complete iron set. Launcher XL Irons feature hollow body long irons for distance and forgiveness, while cavity back short irons focus on precision when attacking the pin.

PGA National Resort Announces Match Course Grand Opening

PGA National Resort – South Florida’s world-class golf, vacation,  culinary, events and spa destination – will open its dramatic and innovative new Andy Staples-designed “Match Course” on Sept. 10.

Few golf course openings in recent years have been as highly-anticipated as The Match Course, with its exciting goal of encouraging “match” versus “stroke” play. Built on the land of the legendary resort’s former Squire Course, the 18-hole layout is inspired by classic golf course design principles while specifically using the “template hole” concept for inspired ideas. The stunning result from Staples creates a unique golf experience and is sure to foster a spirited conversation among course design enthusiasts.

Shot Scope Partners with T-Mobile to Bring Golfers 5G Technology

Shot Scope (www.shotscope.com), a leading international manufacturer of GPS-based game tracking and distance measuring smart watches, as well as laser rangefinders, including the award-winning V3 —  the first GPS Smart Golf Watch to feature Artificial Intelligence — is bringing 5G to golfers as part of the T-Mobile Accelerator Program that is fueling 5G innovation in wellness technology.

As part of the program, Shot Scope joins a group of companies that will work directly with technology and business leaders at T-Mobile as they build, test and bring to market new products and services that unleash the potential of T-Mobile 5G. All participants in the program are building breakthrough innovations in personal health wearables and applications, from smart glasses for deaf and hard of hearing individuals, to fitness devices and smart apparel that enhance athletic performance.  The fall program runs through early November 2021 and will culminate in a Demo Day where participants showcase their accomplishments.

Kentwool Announces Limited Edition Fall/Winter Collection of Socks

A pair of Kentwool’s new limited-edition Fall/Winter Collection Merino wool socks is the perfect addition to any stylish, cool-weather wardrobe. Renowned for their superior comfort, temperature-regulating abilities, and impressive fit and durability, the latest limited-edition models from Kentwool come in exciting and unique colorways that are certain to jazz up anyone’s seasonal look.

Available for both men and women, Kentwool’s Fall/Winter Collection features four new, earthy colors: Fir, Pecan, Rouge, and Turmeric. All are offered in the Classic Ankle style, with the additional option of the low-cut fit in Pecan and Rouge. All four colorways reflect the beauty of the time of the year—the golden hues of changing leaves and the warmth of a blazing fire.

Electronic Arts and PGA Tour Announce Addition of FedExCup Playoffs to EA Sports PGA Tour Game

Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) and the PGA TOUR announced upcoming enhancements and additions available at the launch of EA SPORTS™ PGA TOUR™ via their long-term partnership. This includes news that the FedExCup, including the Playoffs, will be returning to the game in a grand way through ultra-realistic additions of all three FedExCup Playoffs events and host courses, implementation of the FedExCup Playoffs into career mode and select challenges, and enhanced PGA TOUR golfer authenticity via real-life golf data integrated into the development of the game, which is launching in spring 2022.

“The PGA TOUR is excited that our fans will be able to experience the FedExCup Playoffs and ShotLink powered by CDW on EA SPORTS PGA TOUR,” said Len Brown, PGA TOUR Chief Legal Officer and Executive Vice President, Licensing and Merchandising. “EA SPORTS ensures an authentic and realistic experience as players accumulate points for their chance to compete in their own virtual FedExCup Playoffs.”

Revo Introduces RX Prescriptions to Legendary Polarized Lenses

Revo, the global leader in high-quality performance sunglasses, announced today the launch of its prescription sunglass collection on Revo.com. The new Revo Rx collection gives consumers the opportunity to add their personal prescription lens to the long-list of customizable features used in crafting the perfect pair of sunglasses.

Building on its position as the best lens on Earth, and after years of development, Revo’s team has produced the perfect Rx sunglass lens that offers improved contrast and clarity while providing unmatched protection from UV light. Featuring Revo’s signature NASA-based Light Management System™ technology, the Revo Rx collection offers the same game-changing visual experience the brand has been known for since 1985.

Sunday, September 5, 2021

2021 Solheim Cup Sunday Recap

Inverness Club was rocking Sunday in Toledo, Ohio for day 2 of the 2021 Solheim Cup.  The biggest crowd of the week watched as the Americans cut into the Europeans lead heading into Singles Matches on Monday.

Team USA is down 9-7, but singles matches are considered the American's strength.  No team in Ryder Cup history however has come back from a three-point Day 1 deficit, and that's the history.

Tuesday, August 31, 2021

ECCO Unveils Autumn/Winter 2021 Golf Shoes Collection

ECCO, a leading manufacturer of innovative footwear, announces the introduction of the Autumn / Winter 2021 collection featuring the new ECCO GOLF CORE, alongside fresh design elements and colorways of current styles.

Available in three color options, GOLF CORE delivers a clean and contemporary aesthetic with a striking sneaker-style look and modern loop lacing. For outstanding grip and stability, the shoe features E-DTS™ TWIST, the next generation of the award-winning ECCO DYNAMIC TRACTION SYSTEM™ outsole. This new outsole has traction bars which have been enlarged and rotated for durability and multi-directional traction. “Our Autumn/Winter 2021 collection is our strongest to date and provides an option to fit the style and swing of every golfer,” says Jesper Thuen, General Manager, ECCO GOLF USA. We see ECCO GOLF CORE acting as an invitation to get into golf through a stylish, sneaker-inspired model.”

Club Champion Offers Free Putter Fitting in September

There’s nothing worse than a three-putt on a hole that should have been an easy par. Could practice help? Always. But there’s a chance something else is keeping you from reaching your putting potential — your equipment. To solve this problem, the nation’s top club fitter created Putter Fitting Month to focus on the club responsible for over 40% of your strokes.

From September 1-30, 2021, every Club Champion location will waive the putter fitting fee, valued at $100, for any golfer who purchases a new putter or custom putter shaft with Club Champion installation.

PING Golf Announces Virtual Ball Fitting Tool

Continuing its journey to help golfers improve through custom fitting, PING today introduced a virtual ball-fitting experience based on a golfer’s launch conditions and performance preferences.

Known as Ballnamic™, the website offers unbiased golf ball brand and model recommendations for golfers of every skill level. The software is powered by PING’s proprietary ball-specific flight models and algorithms developed by its engineers and data scientists. More than 40 ball models are housed inside the app, which is periodically updated to seek to ensure the current designs are considered.

2015 Champion Chip Lutz Among Eight Players in ​​​​​​​Quarterfinals at 66th U.S. Senior Amateur Championship

Thirteen USGA champions began the week at the Country Club of Detroit for the 66th U.S. Senior Amateur. Just one remains.

Chip Lutz, the 2015 U.S. Senior Amateur champion from Reading, Pa., won a pair of matches on Tuesday to earn a spot in the quarterfinals for the sixth time in 11 championship starts. Lutz, who hasn’t had a match go beyond the 16th hole in the first three rounds, defeated Eddie Hargett, of Blythewood, S.C., 3 and 2, after knocking off Jim Muething, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 6 and 5, in the Round of 32 in the morning.

Tour Edge Finishes 1-2 on PGA Tour Champions in Michigan

A now 8-time winner on the PGA TOUR and PGA TOUR Champions won the 2021 Ally Challenge on Sunday playing an Exotics C721 Driver.

The Ally champion shot rounds of 65-66-68 at Warwick Hills G&C to secure the victory. The winner also won with Tour Edge in the bag when he won the 2018 Chubb Classic with an Exotics fairway and hybrid in play.

Saturday, August 28, 2021

USA Completes Comeback to win the 41st Curtis Cup Match

The USA completed an impressive comeback to win the 41st Curtis Cup Match with a dominant final day singles performance at Conwy Golf Club in Wales.

The USA, captained by Sarah Ingram, recovered from a three-point deficit after the opening day to surge to a convincing 12 ½ - 7 ½ victory over Elaine Ratcliffe’s Great Britain and Ireland team. The Americans took a firm grip in today’s singles winning six of the eight matches.

Chip Lutz, Jeff Knox and Scott Almquist Share First-Round Lead at 66th U.S. Senior Amateur Championship

Scott Almquist may have a new outlook on the value of a practice round. With Friday afternoon’s thunderstorm that dumped a little more than 1¼ inches of rain at the Country Club of Detroit, the 56-year-old from Wallace, Idaho, didn’t get much of a look at the venue hosting the 66th U.S. Senior Amateur Championship.

“I got to play one hole and they called it,” said Almquist. “So I was kind of blind all day, which maybe was good for me.”