Monday, November 14, 2016

Top 10 Holiday Golf Gift Ideas For The Golfer On Your List - 2017


Having trouble figuring out what to get that golfer on your Holiday shopping list? Our experts have compiled a list of their Top 10 Holiday Golf Gift Ideas For 2017:



1. TaylorMade TP5X Golf Balls



Every golfer we know wants to play with the coolest stuff, and that usually means teeing it up with the product everyone's talking about. In 2017 the top three golfers in the world, Dustin Johnson, Rory McIlroy and Jason Day, plus Masters champion Sergio Garcia, have raved about one significant equipment change. The same change helped 22-year-old Jon Rahm win for the first time on the PGA Tour and climb to No. 12 in golf's world ranking.

All of them are talking about TaylorMade's new TP5x and TP5 golf balls.


Regular price 3-Dozen TaylorMade TP5X Ball is $135.99 - Now get 3-Dozen  for only $119.99.



2.  Garmin Approach S60 Golf GPS Watch






Admittedly, I’ve been a skeptic of GPS golf watches, always finding a range finder to be more precise and convenient — and less expensive. And quite a few of my golf buddies share my point of view. However, after wearing the new Garmin Approach S60 for a handful of rounds, including a 36-hole day, it might be time to leave the range finder at home. 

The latest golf-specific smartwatch from Garmin offers all the features avid golfers and fitness fanatics need to navigate their way around the course.


The Garmin Approach S60 normally retails for $399.99 but for the Holidays save over $25 off this watch by using our exclusive coupon code "GPS5".  






3.  Clicgear 3.5+ Push Cart



The Clicgear 3.5+ is still the most popular golf push cart on the market. Get all the benefits of walking the course without throwing out your back with this ultra-light, full featured push cart. The Clicgear cart has been wooing over golf fans since its introduction in 2007.

What's great about this cart is that it is light, it's very easy to push, it comes in a wide-range of colors and fold down to a small, manageable size for easy storing in your trunk.  


Golf was originally designed to be a walking sport where you can enjoy the game of golf while walking 5 miles burning calories and staying fit.  Do it in style with the Clicgear 3.5+ cart. 

Retail $229.99 - Our Price $202.99 plus Free Shipping.





4. Cleveland RTX-3 CB Wedges




New For 2017, Cleveland Golf, the leader in wedge technology has released their new RTX-3 wedges.

The RTX-3 CB Wedge features three new wedge innovations that work together to create our most consistent wedge performance. Feel Balancing Technology, new V Sole Grinds, and a new Rotex Face each work to help get you closer to the hole, more often. The Cavity design promotes confidence and increase forgiveness.

The quickest way to start saving strokes off your game is to improve your short game.  These new Cleveland RTX-3 CB wedges are designed to help you get closer to the hole because no one focuses on wedges like Cleveland Golf.


These wedges retail for $129.99 but for the Holidays you can pick one up for $98.99.





5.  ProAdvanced ProReturn X2 Golf Practice Net



Keep your swing tuned in even when you can't go to the range. Don't let the winter weather keep you from perfecting your swing. The new ProReturn X2 net is the best golf practice net on the market.


The most versatile and practical sport net out there. The ProReturn Net combines all the attributes of the best practice nets. The unique shape of the inside net catches your shot before rolling it back to you. 

Super fast set-up with unbreakable spring steel frame that "pops" open, and folds down in seconds. Instructions are sewn directly into the bag, and includes stakes and stabilizing cords for windy conditions. 

This practice net normally retails for $299.99 but we have it on sale for $189.99 through the Holidays.






6.  FootJoy Pro/SL Spikeless Golf Shoes





It used to be that you would have to sacrifice stability and grip with a spikeless shoe but the new Pro/SL Spikeless shoe from FootJoy breaks the mold.  Worn by PGA Tour golfers like Adam Scott where a slip in a golf swing can cost thousand of dollars, these shoes hold up in all conditions while at the same time provide maximum comfort of a spikeless shoe.

If you are looking for a comfortable golf shoe that still maintains pro-level stability and traction then this is the shoe for you.  The SL/Pro comes in both a traditional lace-up style and a precision fit BOA style.

The standard lace-up FootJoy Pro/SL is regularly priced at $159.99 but you can save $20 per pair through the Holiday and get them for $139.99.   The BOA style is regularly priced at $179.99 but is available for $159.99 now through the Holidays.





7. Callaway GBB EPIC Drivers




The Callaway GBB Epic is the #1 selling driver in the U.S for 2017, in large part because it’s consistently outperforming the competition in fitting bays and club tests around the country.

The EPIC driver is not the cheapest and you may have to sell something treasured to afford it, but the combination of increased ball speed with increased forgiveness is obviously a winning formula and when it is packaged in a good looking, sounding and feeling head then you know that Callaway are on to a winner.

I looked up the dictionary definition of Epic and one of the things that came back was 'impressively great' and I think that is a pretty good bit of brand positioning for this Callaway driver.


The Callaway GBB EPIC driver retails for $499.99 but is available at a lower street price of $449.99 through the Holidays.




8.  Trunk-it Golf Gear Organizer



This is a great gift for the golfer that uses his/her trunk as storage for all your golf gear.  Now you can keep all you golf gear in order in your trunk with this really cool organizer. Convenient storage for a pair of shoes, golf balls, tees, gloves and more.


Keep your trunk clear for all your other important gear - like your golf clubs! 

The Trunk-it Golf Gear Organizer normally retails for $59.99 but through the Holidays you can pick one up for  $26.99.



9. GolfBuddy LR5 Laser Rangefinder



If you're game is good enough where you need absolute accuracy in your yardage calculation then this is the laser rangefinder for you. This is one of the most affordable, quality golf rangefinders on the market this year.  

Don't let the low price fool you as you as you as this unit 6 times magnification and 3 different scan modes.  


Normal retail is $299.99 - on sale during the Holiday Season for only $149.99.



10. Tempercraft 32 oz Insulated Sports Bottle



Tempercraft sport bottles are great for any day on the golf course. The double wall, vacuum-insulated design keeps cold drinks cold or hot drinks hot, whatever you need for all your activities.

Tempercraft's 32oz Sport Bottle is made of High-Quality 18/8 Food-Grade Stainless Steel
The Double-Wall, Vacuum-Insulated construction keeps the Exterior Condensation-Free and the Interior Cold (up to 24 hours) or Hot (up to 12 hours)


While it normally retails for $32.99, you can now get it for a limited-time for $22.99

Thursday, November 3, 2016

Top 2017 Drivers - So Far...

Novermber 2016.  If you are like every other golfer out there you are always looking for ways to drive the ball further and not be the shortest hitter in your foursome.  

If you're tired of being outdriven by smallest guy in your foursome you may want to take a look at some of the new 2017 drivers. These new drivers are designed to hit the ball consistently further so you won't have to sacrifice a lot of distance even on off-center hits.

Now it's only November and a lot of the 2017 drivers have not been released yet but these are the ones to look out for so far:  



Callaway BIg Bertha Fusion Driver

Callaway is touting the 2017 Big Bertha Fusion as its straightest and most forgiving driver to date.  To accomplish this Callaway "Fused" an aerospace-grade titanium Exo-Cage with a ultra-light Triaxial Carbon crown and sole. The fusion of these materials allowed Callaway engineers to position substantially more weight in the perimeter and far back from the face compared to our previous drivers, resulting in a dramatically higher level of forgiveness.  More forgiveness means more distance on off-center hits.  You can also order the driver with a shorter 44.5" shaft for additional control. 

Availability: Now
Street Price: $399.99








Titleist 917D2 and 917D3 Drivers

Unlike other golf equipment manufacturers that release a new driver once or twice per year, Titleist only releases its drivers every other year.  The 2-year release cycle for their drivers insures that there will be more than just incremental changes in the newer models. 

The 917D driver deliver on that.  The 917D2 driver has the larger, 460cc head providing more forgiveness while the 917D3 features a deeper 440cc head for more control and lower launch and spin.

While all of the features carried over from the 915D drivers have been significantly improved - like the Active Recoil Channel and Radial Speed Face - the biggest advancement for the 917D is the addition of Sure Fit CG Feature.

Sure Fit CG is an adjustable weight that allows you to move the center of gravity to help encourage and enhance the fade and draw bias of the head as well as lower and raise spin rates as needed. 

Availability: Now
Street Price: $449.99








Srixon Z565 and Z765

Srixon releases two new drivers for 2017 with the most advanced features Srixon has ever had in a driver.  The Z565 features a larger 460cc head  that promotes a higher launch with more forgiveness and slight draw bias.  The Z765 features a more compact 445cc head for more control and lower launch for golfers with higher swing speeds.

Both models include three features that Srixon calls the "ripple effect" that make the the best performing drivers Srixon has ever offered.   

New Stretch Flex Cup Face - Face has been extended farther around crown and sole to create a larger sweet spot

New Power Wave Sole - Advanced multi-step design allows the lower face to flex, helping increase distance across the face

New Lightweight Crown
- About 4 grams have been removed from the crown and repositioned to enhance clubhead MOI and lower the center of gravity


Availability: Now
Street Price: $399.99







Mizuno JPX 900 Drivers

The new JPX 900 driver may be the most technologically advanced,  adjustable driver on the market. But don't just think of it as a driver with all the bells and whistles.  This driver is long and extra forgiving.  

The JPX 900 has three weight tracks in the sole and two 8 gram weights.  The Infinite Fast Track: uses the pair of eight-gram adjustable weights on an unbounded track, yielding unlimited settings to precisely dial in spin and vertical launch parameters.

The Toe and Heel Fast Track allows you to add weight to either the to or heel of the club to promote a draw of fade shot shape. 

In addition, loft is adjustable +- 2 degrees and the lighter, CorTech face provides faster ball speeds on both center and off-center hits- meaning more distance.



Availability: Now
Street Price: $399.99








Cobra F7 and F7+ Drivers

The new KING F7 driver features a larger face and address profile that provides more distance, forgiveness and speed across the face. An adjustable weight system, with three center of gravity (CG) settings, provides golfers with optimum distance and trajectory for a variety of conditions. The F7 driver is also the first to utilize the COBRA CONNECT Powered by Arccos system embedded in the grip, allowing golfers to automatically track the distance and accuracy of every drive.

The carbon fibre weight track that was available in the F6 driver has been replaced by a new adjustable weight system.  Move the heavier 12g colored weight to the front position for a lower, penetrating ball flight with less spin and more roll, or place the weight in the back position for a higher, towering ball flight with added spin for more carry. Moved the weight to the heel position, will create more draw spin to correct a slice and deliver straighter drives.

Availability: Feb 2017
Street Price: TBD







TaylorMade M1 - 2017


Nothing official from TaylorMade yet but these photos of what looks like a new M1 2017 driver appeared on Instagram.

Going from the looks, it appears that TaylorMade will continue with a new/improved T-Track System that consists of both a Front and back track with TBD # grams of adjustable weight.  There also appears to be more carbon-fibre used in the sole of the driver so that 
gives engineers some additional discretionary weight to move around in the club head.  

More information will be provided when available but you can count on this driver to be as hot or hotter than the current M1 - which was the top-selling driver for 2016.

Availability: TBD
Street Price: TBD










TaylorMade M2 - 2017


Nothing official from TaylorMade yet but these photos of what looks like a new M2 2017 driver appeared on the Golfwrx website. 


Most people believed the the M1 driver would be the flagship model for TaylorMade but actually the M2 driver is the most played driver on the PGA Tour.  The new M2 again shows limited adjustability - just adjustable hosel - in lieu of features like the speedpocket that increase distance and performance.

More information will be provided when available but you can count on this driver to be as hot or hotter than the current M2.


Availability: TBD
Street Price: TBD









Callaway Big Bertha Epic Driver - 2017


What we know so far is that the Big Bertha Epic driver will be targeted at the better golfer with higher swing speeds.  The driver will feature a sliding weight located at the heel of the club to control dispersion.


A new "Jail Break" technology has been added which supposedly will increase ball speeds while pushing the USGA limits. 



Availability: TBD
Street Price: TBD

Wednesday, November 2, 2016

Best Complete Golf Sets for Men, Women and Juniors 2016



Best Complete Golf Sets for Men, Women and Juniors 2016



Complete golf sets, which are full golf sets that include an integrated, matching set of woods, irons, putter, bag and headcover, used to be only made for beginning golfers and juniors that were just starting the game of golf and usually on a budget.

Today there are still a lot of complete golf sets available that beginners and juniors should be using but in recent years golf equipment manufacturers have started to offer full golf sets aimed at better-skilled golfers and primarily women and senior golfers.  This list will cover what we think are the top complete golf sets for 2016/2017 broken down by gender and golfer's skill level.


Here is our list of the Best Complete Golf Sets for 2016- 2017


Mens

Powerbilt Men's Grand Slam GS2 Complete Set

Perfect For: Men - Beginner, Recreational Golfers
Set : 15 Piece set that includes Driver, 3Wood, 5Hybrid, 6-SW, Mallet Putter, Stand Bag and Headcover.
Street Price: $289.99



Powerbilt makes some of the best complete sets in golf.  The Grand Slam is one of their best selling models because it features premium construction and material such as a lightweight alloy driver head and name-brand graphite shafts, all at a very competitive price.




Adams Tight Lies Complete Set

Perfect For: Men, Intermediate Golfers
Set: 13 Piece set the includes Driver, 3Wood, 5Wood, 4-6Hybrids, 7-PW,SW, Blade Putter, Bag and Headcovers.
Street Price: $579.99

The Adams Tight Lies line of clubs have been around for over 15 years.  The original Tight Lies fairway wood was one of the best selling fairway woods of all time.  It was the first low-profile fairway wood on the market which made it much easier to hit out of "tight lies".  Adams has continued to add innovations to the Tight Lies line and has developed a full line of Tight Lies clubs designed for distance, accuracy and forgiveness.




Cobra MAX Complete Set

Perfect For: Men, Senior, Advanced Golfers
Set: 13 Piece set the includes Driver, 3Wood, 5Wood, 4-6Hybrids, 7-PW,SW, Blade Putter, Bag and Headcovers.
Street Price: $899.99

In 2016, Cobra Golf introduced a new line of Metalwoods, and Irons called Cobra Max.   The COBRA MAX is the longest, easiest to hit family of clubs featuring designs that help to deliver easy high launch and easy straight ball flight.  They are marketed as Cobra's easiest-to hit and longest hitting clubs to date.

Until recently if you wanted a full set of the MAX clubs then you had to purchase the woods and the irons separately which meant "big time" investment.  Today, Cobra offers a Cobra MAX Complete set which includes a Cobra MAX driver, 3 and 5 Woods, a Cobra Max Hybrid/Iron Combo set 4-6H, 7-PW,SW a putter, cart bag and matching headcovers.

 The entire package has a street price of $899.99 but you are looking at an investment of over $1000 if you purchased everything separately.  So not only is it convenient to purchase a complete set -  it also can save you some significant cash.




Womens

Powerbilt Countess Complete Set

Perfect For: Women - Beginner, Recreational Golfers
Set : 15 Piece set that includes Driver, 2 FW Woods, 6Hybrid, 7-PW,SW, Mallet Putter, Cart Bag and Headcover.
Street Price: $209.99


Another quality Powerbilt complete golf set for women looking for a full matching set of graphite golf clubs that are premium quality without breaking the bank.

The PowerBilt women’s Countess golf package set includes a super high M.O.I. 460cc titanium driver and two stainless steel fairway woods, which provide explosive power and unmatched durability. The hybrid long iron launches the ball at a high trajectory for increased distance and control. The 7-SW irons are very forgiving and easy to hit. The set also includes a zinc alloy mallet putter and matching cart bag and headcovers.

The set is available for right and left-handers with bag colors of Pink, Green and Aqua.

Tour Edge Moda Silk Complete Set

Perfect For: Women - Intermediate Golfers
Set: 18 Piece set the includes Driver, 3Wood, 5Wood, 5-6Hybrids, 7-PW,SW, Blade Putter, Bag and Headcovers.
Street Price: $499.99



Moda Silk complete golf set is packed with high-flying features and distance-generating technology. Each club has been designed to enhance performance and forgiveness. The driver features a 460cc, hot titanium face for long and straight shots.

The fairways and hybrid are stainless steel with a deep and low center of gravity which helps get the ball in the air for higher more accurate ball flight. The irons are oversized with perimeter weighting and wide soles that produce higher more accurate shots even from off-center hits.


Callaway Solaire 13 Piece set - 2016

Perfect For: Women -  Advanced Golfers
Set: 13 Piece set the includes Driver, 3Wood, 5Wood, 7Wood, 5-6Hybrids, 7-PW,SW, Odyssey Putter, Bag and Headcovers.
Street Price: $759.99

Callaway golf has produced the Solaire line of premium golf clubs specifically for better women golfers.   The Women's Solaire 13-Piece Set is an all-in-one complete set of clubs with outstanding performance and forgiveness.

The large profiles on the woods and oversize cavities on the irons increase launch and forgiveness, making it easier for you to get on the green. And once you’re there, the set includes an Odyssey Marxman putter with visual alignment aid and face-balanced design enhance accuracy and control, so you can complete the hole in fewer strokes.

All the clubs in this set include a premium graphite shaft that is specifically weighted for a woman's swing. The Package is topped off with a premium full-sized cart bag and matching colors available in three different colors.




Juniors

Powerbilt Complete Junior Sets

Perfect For: Junior - Beginner Golfers
Set : Varies per age/set
Street Price: $89 - $129.99

Powerbilt has a line of junior complete golf sets specifically made for beginners.  They have various sized sets based on the junior golfer' s height. The sets normally include a driver, fairway wood and a combination of hybrids, irons and wedges depending on the set.  All sets include a putter and  stand bag with matching headcovers.


Callaway  XJ Hot Complete Junior Set

Perfect For: Junior  - Intermediate Golfers
Set: 9 Piece set the includes Driver, 3Wood, 5Hybrid, 7Iron, 9Iron SW, Mallet Putter, Bag and Headcovers.
Street Price: $289.99

Callaway's XJ Hot junior golf sets have everything junior golfers need to play right away. The sets are available in two age groups, 5-8 and 9-12, with appropriate club lengths for each group.

The all-in-one set is designed to give juniors everything they need to play well. The clubs are engineered to improve distance control, with high ball flights out of a variety of lies to give them confidence on each shot.





US Kids Tournament Series (TS) Complete Junior Set

Perfect For: Junior - Advanced Golfers
Set: 10 Piece set the includes Driver, 3Wood, 4Hybrids, 5-PW,SW, Stand, Bag and Headcovers.
Street Price: $459.99

US Kids golf sets are available in various lengths from 39" through 63".  Their philosophy is that a properly fitted set will yield a better swing - especially for younger golfers.

For intermediate to advanced golfers, the Tour Series offers the technology expected by serious players while maintaining the U.S. Kids Golf fitting philosophy.

Designed for juniors who show intermediate-to-advanced skills, play competitive golf events, and have higher-than-average swing speeds. Tour Series is a natural bridge that prepares a player for adult clubs.