2021 Most Wanted Driver

The most comprehensive driver test of 2021 and the most robust dataset for those drivers.

That’s the 2021 Most Wanted Driver test in a nutshell. We spent nearly two months collecting data on more than 18,000 golf shots to help you find the best driver for your game.

It’s what we do.

At MyGolfSpy, our job is to provide independent, unbiased and objective testing so you can make more confident purchasing decisions. Our Most Wanted tests are an indispensable guide for the off-the-rack buyer or for anyone looking for a bit of extra insight before your next fitting.

Max Homa, who grew up 30 miles from Riviera, won his hometown event by outdueling Tony Finau in a playoff Sunday at the Genesis Invitational.

He has played solid golf. He has been in contention. There are still things that need to be fixed, but for the first time in a while, there is reason for hope.

Tiger Woods declined to offer a timetable for his return to competitive golf as he continues to recover from his fifth back surgery.

Sam Burns made two big par putts Sunday morning in the Genesis Invitational to finish a 3-over 74 for a two-shot lead after the third round, which was completed Sunday because of wind delays on Saturday.

Sam Burns' started Saturday with a five-shot lead, but it was down to two after a wild afternoon in which heavy wind caused a four-hour delay at the Genesis Invitational.

Golfer Michelle Wie West took to social media to condemn "objectifying" comments made Thursday by Rudy Giuliani about the golfer's appearance during an event in 2014.

Headcovers have come a long way since April 13th, 1997 when Frank, the ever-present headcover of the world’s most famous Tiger, captured plenty of attention on the bag that won the Masters by 12 strokes. Once a rare novelty, customized headcovers are now a common sight both on tour and the local club. Today there are numerous online, direct-to-consumer brands offering covers with everything from a simple monogram to fully-customized designs unique to the individual. Let’s take a look at a few of the top names in the space and examples of what they offer.

Dormie Golf Workshop

About the Brand

Dormie Golf Workshop was created by PGA Canada members and brothers Jeff and Todd Bishop, with the intention of bringing fellow golfers really cool covers and allowing the customer to be involved in the process. Dormie focuses on quality and individuality, creating high end products with a passion for design. While a range of stock items are available at Golf Galaxy locations around the country, Dormie also places a large emphasize on customized products through direct web sales, with each item made to order.

Dormie’s Big Block Top cover is available for drivers, woods, and hybrids and is a good representation of the quality of products they offer. This headcover is made with full-grain leather in Nova Scotia and offers personalization through a text line at the bottom of the cover. Additionally, this cover has various colorways through combinations of black, white, and red. This level of personalization is also available on a wide range of designs to suit many tastes.

In addition to personalization, Dormie also offers fully unique creations through their site. Customers can submit a form with what they want and Dormie’s design team will create a mock-up and price quote. If approved, then Dormie will start work and 6-8 weeks later a custom cover will be ready for your bag.

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Sam Burns shot a 5-under 66 on Friday to tie the 36-hole record at the Genesis Invitational and build a five-shot lead going into the weekend.

At the Cologuard Classic next week, Phil Mickelson will try to become the first player to win his first three tournaments on the PGA Tour Champions.

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John Shippen: A Golfing Pioneer

February 19, 2021

The following story was written by Robert Sommers and appeared in the August 1968 edition of Golf Journal.

In the history of the United States Open, a single hole has changed the course of the championship with dramatic consequence many times. For instance, there was Sam Snead’s 8 on the 72nd hole at the Philadelphia Country Club in 1939; Dick Mayer’s 7 on the 72nd hole at Baltusrol in 1954; Ben Hogan’s 5 on the 71st hole at Oak Hill in 1956, and John Shippen’s 11 on the 31st hole at Shinnecock Hills in 1896.

Those disastrous scores of Snead, Mayer and Hogan have been well documented, but not that of Shippen.

John Shippen died recently in Newark, N.J., at the age of 90. Before his death he told an interviewer   that he believed himself to be the first American-born professional. He was the son of a black father and a full-blooded Shinnecock Indian mother.

Tee Height – A Solution to the”Distance Problem”?

Could tee height solve the USGA’s “distance problem”?

The question came from one of our Twitter followers (yes, we do read your messages). It’s an intriguing propositon.

MyGolfSpy Labs tests are born from questions and curiosity. And given the context of the larger distance debate, it only made sense to grab a couple of tees (of different heights, of course), bring in some testers, and see where the data leads us.

Not only does our data reveal some significant differences that suggest that limiting tee height could help throttle distance on TOUR, we also found some insights that could help you hit the ball farther and more consistently.

Tee Height Test – Parameters

For this tee height test, we tested two heights: 1.5 and .5 inches (measured from ground level).

Key Takeaways

Bridgestone adds weekend shifts to its Covington, Ga., factory.The factory is now running 24/7.Overall production capacity is up by 30 percent over pre-COVID levels.

Good news if you’re a fan of Bridgestone golf balls.

Bridgestone is kicking its golf ball production into overdrive this month. The company says it has boosted production capacity at its Covington, Ga., ball plant by 30 percent as of Feb. 1.

That tally, by the way, is a 30-percent increase over 2019 levels, not 2020 COVID-related adjusted capacity levels.

“Through January, we had been running three shifts five days a week,” says Bridgestone Golf CEO Dan Murphy. “Starting in February, we added two 12-hour shifts on Saturdays and Sundays so we’re running 24/7 now.”

Bridgestone Golf Balls: Full Tilt, Full Time

Murphy, who returned to Bridgestone Golf as CEO nearly three years ago, says the additional weekend shifts are intended to be permanent, as the company has hired new workers to handle the extra load.

Padraig Harrington shot a 75 with six bogeys and two birdies at the Genesis Invitational on Thursday. Harrington spent the previous 10 days in quarantine after testing positive for the coronavirus.

Sam Burns opened with an 18-foot eagle putt and closed with three straight birdies in the opening round of the Genesis Invitational.

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2021 SUNDAY BAG BUYER’S GUIDE

Are you in the market for a slimmer, lighter golf bag? If so, we’ve broken down what makes 2021’s Best Sunday Bag.

We tested Sunday bags with full stand, mini stands and no stand at all. Some are fully waterproof to handle those rainy days while others are lighter than air. Or so it seems.

While Sunday bags are still little brothers to traditional stand bags, some are taking cues from their heftier siblings. A number of participants in this year’s test even incorporated stands into their design.

So why wouldn’t those bags qualify for the stand-bag category?

It’s simple: limited divider space, a more lightweight design and less storage. What we are seeing, however, is an evolution into a hybrid Sunday/stand bag that incorporates the essentials for a casual round.

Howard golf coach Sam Puryear wants opportunity for HBCUs, but also wants to win. He's done it before -- at Stanford, at Michigan State. He has a plan for golf at Howard and beyond.

Anyone who hopes to master the game of golf needs to approach the game with reasonable expectations. There is no such thing as a natural golfer. Understanding swing path and the resulting shape and distance that you can achieve with each club is a great starting point. Learning from a mentor who can recognize your weaknesses and fine tune your swing to improve distance and direction control is definitely an advantage. Anyone can become a “good” golfer but you need to follow some basic principles.

Consider what some outstanding professional golfers have done:
Tiger Woods: He learned the basics from his father but he also had the internal drive to be successful. Unfortunately that drive and attitude got derailed during his marriage break up. That confirms that our metal state of mind has a lot to do with our success.
Dustin Johnson: His strength and skill went sideways with drugs but he is now back on track.
Matt Kuchar: Age must be a factor. Matt was very successful in his earlier years, lost the winning formula and then won the Sony Open in 2019 even with his aging body at 41. [We all remember Tom Watson almost winning the 2009 Open at the age of 59.] Limit your expectations as you age. Work on accuracy as you lose distance.
Bubba Watson: He has never taken a lesson and is totally self-taught. He is one of the longest drivers but direction control and focus for all of his clubs seem to have ended his winning ways. Control your draw or fade to control your success.

Others like Phil Michelson, Jim Furyk, Rory McIlroy and Jordon Spieth have had their ups and downs with their long and short golf careers. So how can we apply their successes to our games? As weekend warriors or want-to-be golfers, what should we do to get the best out of our games?

Mental Attitude: Every mishit ball is a frustration for every golfer. Recognizing the cause is a critical starting point. You need to turn your attitude around by attacking your weaknesses. Start by taking lessons, practicing on the range and calming your mind and body. Learn that a wonderful drive or iron shot will NOT improve by swinging harder and faster.

Physical Conditioning: This is typically a problem as we age and lose our flexibility. Spend time daily to improve your basic strength and range of motion. Strained muscles can help your game by forcing you to slow down or limit your motion. Use your recovery period as a learning experience because your game will often improve when you slow down to improve your lag and get more control & distance for each shot.

 

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