New From Maxfli

photo credit: Carollainy     Maxfli has introduced it's new Tour Series for advanced distance, performance and technology.   The new balls feature a multi-layer design with a cast Urethane Cove for better feel, workability and short game control.   The Multi-Blend ionomer mantle works with the core to promote a high initial velocity plus lower spin off the driver for maximum distance.

TOUR  LC > suited for slower swing speeds, extra distance and better durability.   TOUR > suited for moderate swing speeds, more distance and improved short game control.   TOUR  XD > engineered for faster swing speeds and a more penetrating ball flight.

TOUR  LC > excelled in driver distance, feel.   TOUR > excelled in driver distance, short iron spin.   TOUR XD > excelled in driver distance.

New From Footjoy

photo credit: bradleypjohnson     Footjoy, the world's leading sports-shoe manufacturing company, has introduced  an all-new line of golf shoes called The  FJ Sport,  which feature crossover styling and improved performance.  

Footjoy has developed  a lightweight, yet firm, TPU outsole with new and improved traction configuration.   The new line incorporates sleek, fashion-oriented footwear but also utilizes high-performance features to maximize athletic, powerful swings.

The new Sport line is available in  five fashion colors:   1)   White/light grey.   2)   Black.   3)   White/light grey/dark grey/yellow.   4)   White/light grey/dark grey/blue.   5)   White/light grey/dark grey/orange.

The new line adds to many of Footjoy's other series including two of the most popular shoes in golf, the Greenjoys and the Dryjoys.   Footjoy also has a custom shot where golfers can have their shoes custom fitted.

New From Titleist

photo credit: josh99smith     Titleist has introduced the new and improved NXT editions.   The NXT's  are the “little brother's” to  Titleist's famous PRO V1 and PRO V 1x series which are used by more professionals than any other ball.  

NXT TOUR  >  Next Generation Performance –  the new and improved Titleist NXT Tour utilizes advanced technology, giving players even higher performance.   It provides consistent short game control, soft feel and is now even longer than the previous edition.   1)   Longer Distance.   2)   More Spin.   3)   Short Game Control.

NXT - the newly designed NXT > Next Generation Distance –  delivers extreme distance and straight ball flight, along with outstanding durability.   1)   Extreme Distance.   2)   Greater Durability.   3)   Straight Flight.

There have been more tour wins with Titleist than any other ball in the history of the golf.

Loft

photo credit: mfury     Not that long ago players had  only two wedges to choose from, the pitching wedge and the sand wedge.   For more than a few years now, wedges  have become available  in a variety of lofts.    In today's game, it's  not uncommon for  many PGA Tour players to carry three wedges in their golf bags.  

The typical lofts are:   1)   Pitching wedge > 48 degrees.   2)   Gap wedge > 52 – 56 degrees.   3)   Lob wedge > 60 degrees.   Keep in mind that as the loft of the club increases two things happen:   A)   shot distance will be shorter.   B)   shots will fly higher.   Most full approach shots (approximately 100 yards) can be hit with a pitching wedge.   The gap and lob wedges are used closer than 100 yards.

Longer Shafts?

photo credit: danperry.com     GOLF DIGEST  commissioned a test  to determine  if longer shafts created more distance.   37 players hit 10 shots each with a 44 1/2  ” driver and 10 shots with a 46 1/2  ” club.   The results follow:

1)   The Range – The 44 1/2  ” drivers had more centralized shot  patterns.   2)   Club Length – players swung the 46 1/2  ” driver faster with a gain in clubhead speed  of 1.7 %.   3)   Ball Speed – increased for more than half the players using   the longer shaft but the advantage was inconsistent.   Those that gained speed showed a 1.7 % increase.   Those who lost speed had an average decrease of 3.2% because of off-center hits.   4)   Accuracy – no difference.   5)   Distance – improved in about 1/2 the players with the longer shaft.   Findings:   Shaft length is not a universal standard.

Golf Cart Seat Covers

photo credit: USACE Europe District     In certain areas of the country, people find it necessary to own their own golf carts, especially in senior communities in parts of Florida, Arizona and Nevada just to name a few.

There are many accessories that are made for carts such as air conditioners, plastic enclosures, heaters, ball washers, ice chests and all sorts of gadgets.   Cart-Cozies are the newest comfort item made of 100% Sueded Cotton which fits snugly on the cart's seat and back rest.   They come in four exotic fabrics which can include a custom name or company logo.   The retail price on the covers is $49.95-$69.95.

For cold or inclement weather, these seat covers are ideal for maximum comfort.   To learn more go to:   www.cartcozies.com or call them at 813 881-1070.

New Stealth Headcovers

photo credit: andrea.pacelli     If you are looking for a great value in quality headcovers, try the new Stealth Club Covers.   There are 10 matching colors for: Drivers, Fairway Woods, Hybrids, Iron Sets and Putters.

Stealth Headcovers have superior fit and durability.   The patented sleek design of their headcovers incorporates a superior fit which provides 50 percent more space in between golf clubs.   The company has been in business since 1996 and considers itself a leader in innovation.

Every golfer has had problems with headcover design.   Some are so tight fitting they are very difficult to place back on the clubhead.   Others, are so loose they can easily come off the club when least expected, putter's are especially prone to this problem.   To learn more, go to:   www.stealthclubcovers.com.

Three Important Clubs

photo credit: rioncm     Most great players would agree that the three most important clubs in the bag are 1)   the putter.   2)   the driver.   3)   the wedge.   There are, on average, 14 holes where a driver is used (14 shots).   Typically, there are 23-25 putts outside the gimme range but still makeable.

Keep in mind that a short putt of 4 feet counts just as much as a 250 yard drive, however, the short putt can actually take on more importance in your eventual score.   Most amateurs have a tendency to underestimate the significance of making a short putt.   If that is hard to believe just think how you felt that last time you missed a “gimme.”   Sinking a relatively  long putt can also have a devastating effect on your opponent/s.

Outdated Equipment

photo credit: tienvijftien     Your ability to play much better golf may be hampered by old and outdated equipment.   Club design has advanced almost as fast as computer technology, with new and innovative models coming out every year.   Use the following to decide on your next purchase:

A)   Are your clubs more than 5 yrs. old?   If they are, you probably need to consider a new purchase.    B)   Does your set still contain a 2-iron, 3-iron and 4-iron?   These clubs are obsolete, replace them with hybrids.   C)   Are you still using a 3-metal wood?    Replace it with  a 4-metal for more control and accuracy.   D)   Are you using a 460-cc driver?   Stop mishitting shots and get a new model..   E)   If you clubs aren't fitted they should be.

New Irons for 2010

photo credit: andrea.pacelli     Titleist AP1,   Retail –  $699 steel ($899  graphite)  - thinner face and smaller blade length and less offset than the previous model, featuring  a 65-gram tungsten-nickel bar along the sole for a lower COG.  

Cleveland CG7 BP,   Retail – $699 steel ($799 graphite) –  same chassis as the present CG7 irons, however, there is a new finish (black pearl).   laser milled clubface and grooves.   Same aggressive “zip” grooves that are found on Cleveland  wedges.

TaylorMade R9,  Retail – $799  steel ($999 graphite) – the  3 through  6 irons  have hallow heads with a thin unsupported face which creates a “wrap-around” design for increased clubface flexibility.    

Ping G15,   Retail – $699 steel ($899 graphite) – increased perimeter weighting and MOI with a wider sole.   A thinner clubface increases ball speed which  means 3 – 6 yards of extra distance.

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