[ad_1] WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Titleist Vokey Design SM8 wedge offerings add the “M” grind to three lower lofts (50, 52, 54 degrees) to its custom WedgeWorks lineup to join higher-loft options, which were an original part of Titleist’s SM8 stock lineup. The crescent-shaped grind is generally ideal for players who take shallower divots …
[ad_1] FootJoy’s semi-annual sale is happening this week, and it’s a great opportunity to stock up on old favorites or discover new looks during the off season. The sale runs through Jan. 28 and includes golf shoes, apparel and some accessories—but inventory is extremely limited, so don’t be surprised if your size is sold out …
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[ad_1] WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: The TaylorMade SIM2 driver family is not merely a pro forma technology follow-up to last year’s SIM lineup. Instead, the company reexamined every element of the three models in the family to push new frontiers in driver forgiveness. Those include the mid-launch, low-spin SIM2; the larger-footprint, higher-flying SIM2 Max …
TaylorMade SIM2 drivers feature bold upgrades that push conventional wisdom | Equipment Read More »
[ad_1] What You Need to Know: The SIM2 Max and Max OS irons each utilize a “cap-back” design. Doing so brings the distance benefit of a hollow-body design, but replaces the steel back with a polymer “cap” or badge. That allows for a low center of gravity, which gives high launch, low spin for more …
[ad_1] WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: The three new SIM2 fairway woods and two new SIM2 hybrids continue the themes of low center of gravity and reduced turf-interaction sole-shaping established in last year’s models. What’s added is a new emphasis on forgiveness, even for better players who prefer more compact models. The keys are increased …
[ad_1] WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Three new drivers and two new fairway woods comprise Callaway’s new Epic line. The models include the forgiving everyman Max, the “high forgiveness for better players” Max LS and the aerodynamically shaped, low-spin Speed in drivers; and the larger, forgiving Max and smaller, flatter-launching Speed in fairway woods). For …
[ad_1] There are plenty of fitness routines that come with the promise of tightening your abs, improving your cardiovascular health, shaving 20 pounds off your mid-section and making you feel 10 years younger. But this isn’t one of them. This one is all about the exercises that can make you a better golfer without having …
[ad_1] WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Odyssey’s newest putter family is a return to nearly its oldest. First introduced in 2000, the company’s distinctive two-part urethane insert still is the more preferred insert used by tour players even though it’s long not been part of any new line from the company. The new White Hot …
Odyssey White Hot OG’s putter lineup exudes a past that is fully present | Equipment Read More »
[ad_1] The PGA Tour returns to Waialae Country Club, which hosts this week’s Sony Open for a 51st consecutive time, dating back to 1965. It’s special for many reasons, not the least of which because it’s the only Seth Raynor original design played on the PGA Tour (now with the Greenbrier’s Old White TPC …
[ad_1] Though hydration might not be the sexiest resolution for the new year, it is one that can have infinite benefits to your mind, body—and golf game. Drinking enough water each day helps keep you healthy. Even more so, it’s important to stay hydrated on the golf course to replace the water lost from sweating …
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[ad_1] Most amateurs struggle to manufacture different shots off the tee, particularly if they go against the player’s natural shot shape. One reason is, they make it too complicated. When it comes time to hit a draw, they might alter their alignment, ball position, grip, clubface aim—you name it. The tweaks can be endless. But …
Collin Morikawa’s simple key for hitting draws and fades | Instruction Read More »
[ad_1] Perhaps it’s a reflection of golf’s youth movement or a new spike in the game’s popularity, but whatever the reason, we believe there are more talented golf instructors under the age of 40 than ever before. Back in 2008, when we debuted our biennial list, we identified 20 teachers in their 20s and 30s …
[ad_1] There are so many things golfers can learn from Collin Morikawa, which is why we’re proud to call the young star our new Golf Digest Playing Editor. The 23-year-old has been successful at every level—including an illustrious amateur career, earning his PGA Tour card in just two months after turning pro, then his incredible 22-event …
Collin Morikawa’s best tips for being a better ball-striker | Instruction Read More »
[ad_1] What You Need to Know: All three Apex irons have cupfaces designed by artificial intelligence and tungsten encased in urethane with microspheres (tiny bubbles of air within the urethane). The two technologies combine to boost ball speed across a wide portion of the face. The Apex and Apex Pro hybrids provide an alternative to …
[ad_1] The new year is a great time to set goals, evaluate your game and challenge yourself. If you haven’t decided on a golf resolution for 2021, it’s not too late. If you need a few ideas or a little motivation to get started, we asked our editors what their 2021 golf resolutions were and …
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[ad_1] WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: The Ping G425 line of metalwoods continue the company’s industry-leading push to the extremes of moment of inertia (MOI), best understood as the stability of the head on off-center hits (so misses fly more like dead-center strikes). The new driver combines the technologies of Ping’s two previous models—building on …
[ad_1] WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: The G425 irons add speed while enhancing forgiveness in a slimmed-down shape. A new heat-treatment process strengthened the 17-4 steel used for the clubhead, allowing for a variable-thickness face 10 percent thinner than the G410 for added ball speed. A new Crossover utility iron boasts a hollow construction with …
Ping G425 irons build on forgiveness heritage with an added distance boost | Equipment Read More »
[ad_1] On Thursday at Kapalua, Rahm wore a primarily black outfit highlighted by a subtle tropical pattern on his shirt with a bold pair of golf shoes. While the Nike Jordan 11 Retro Low Concord golf shoes are not part of his contract, it was a stylish choice that brought personality to the look. Rahm …
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[ad_1] A common fault among average golfers is hanging back on the downswing and flipping the club at the ball. It usually results in a loss of power, poor contact and a nasty slice. Try this exercise from top trainer Tyler Campbell to groove a proper weight shift and develop more speed by learning to …
This simple exercise can give you more pop in your swing | Instruction Read More »
[ad_1] The new year always brings new fitness goals and resolutions. Whether you’re looking to add a few yards off the tee, rehab a pesky injury or just focus on overall wellness, it’s important to take care of your body when starting any new fitness regime. Far too often we hit the gym hard on …
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