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While I started at MyGolfSpy as a shoe tester, my new role permits only occasional moonlighting in the shoe testing department. Even still, I try and find as much time as I can to check out the latest and greatest from each brand.

Why? Because shoes, not golf, were my first love. Keep that in mind because when I tell you these are my five favorite golf shoes of the year (so far), It doesn’t mean these are the “best” golf shoes nor the top “performing” shoes of 2025 (so far).

That’s what Most Wanted testing is for.

This, friends, is a good ol’ fashioned opinion piece. A succinct list of the five shoes I really like (so far) this year. No data. No performance. Just a shoe geek who’s worn more than 150 pairs of golf shoes. (So far.)

1. adidas COURSECUP

The adidas COURSECUP stands out as a part of the new adidas Originals Golf drop earlier this month. Inspired by the adidas GOLD CUP (circa 1986), the shoe features modern tech but stays true to adidas Originals heritage and storied history. While I’ll definitely be rocking them without the included kiltie, no matter how you slice it, this golf shoe is flat out cool.

If you weren’t watching Rory McIlroy’s win on Sunday afternoon, you’re going to need a good excuse.

Even non-golfers tuned in to see if Rory McIlroy could finally complete the career Grand Slam. Not that his die-hard fans wouldn’t have taken a regulation win but the playoff made it even more dramatic.

The 2025 Masters finale delivered in every way, including viewership.

The week started off shaky

Early reports indicated viewership was down for the first two rounds. The coverage averaged just 2.3 million viewers, a 28-percent drop from 2024.

We can chalk that up to people waiting for the weekend or deciding whether Rory would make a run but things got off to a rough start.

In an industry where offshore production has become the norm, a newcomer is taking golf back to its roots, both in design and manufacturing location. Straight Forward Golf has announced the production of its Model A Irons, recreating the only irons Robert T. “Bobby” Jones, Jr. ever designed, with a distinctly American manufacturing approach.

This limited initial run of 1,000 individually numbered sets comes with a price tag that might raise eyebrows: $3,232.32 per set.

Oof, but at least we’re having fun with numbers.

While premium-priced by any standard this side of Honma Beres, the cost provides an interesting window into what American-made golf clubs might cost in an era of potential tariffs and renewed focus on domestic manufacturing.

The Model A Irons draw their inspiration from the revolutionary Spalding Autograph Irons introduced in 1932. What made these clubs groundbreaking in golf’s Golden Age were innovations we now take for granted: matched lengths and lies, uniform swing weights, flanged soles and ribbed grips.

I’m not sure I’m entirely onboard with the tagline “Raise a glass to performance“, but I’ll concede that the Limited Edition Supersoft Cheers might be the perfect ball for those who wish to raise a glass to soft feel.

Callaway says the Limited Edition Supersoft Cheers “delivers perfect feel, long distance, and celebration on every hole”. I suppose that makes it ideal for golfers who like their drives straight and their wine glasses full.

If nothing else, this limited edition stuff is almost invariably fun.

Boxes of Supersoft Cheers include sleeves of red, white, rosé, and champagne logo balls, so there’s something for everyone, or at least everyone whose golf bag pairs well with their wine rack.

While not explicitly framed as a Mother’s Day offering, Supersoft Cheers would make a great gift for the golfing mom in your life. They come with the silent acknowledgement that you’re the reason she drinks, but at least now she has something to lose other than her sanity.

For those of you who might have some place to be, I’m going to get right to the pertinent deets.

Motocaddy has just launched the new ME REMOTE, an entry-level remote-controlled trolley that offers:

The same handling experience as their premium M7 modelsMore than 100 yards of remote range with forward, left, right and reverse navigationAutomatic Downhill Control technology to prevent “runaway trolley syndrome”The flexibility to switch between remote and manual controlA price point that, in the electric trolley market, qualifies as “entry-level”

If you want to know more, stick around.

The electric trolley tipping point

Motocaddy’s announcement of an entry-level remote-controlled trolley isn’t just another product launch,. It’s perhaps the best indication yet that what was once a luxury niche has gone mainstream.

With more than 80 percent of Motocaddy’s U.S. sales coming in the remote-control category, it’s safe to say we’ve moved beyond early adopters and into the territory of cultural shift – or at least the beginnings of one. American golfers, long wedded to their riding carts, are increasingly ditching the wheel for the remote.

If rain won’t keep you away from the course, you need equipment that is going to keep you dry on those downpour days. From gloves to umbrellas and everything in between, the right accessories can make or break those rounds when Mother Nature is relentless. This gear is designed to help you focus on your game – not the weather – so you can bring it on every shot.

Automatic Open Extra Large Umbrella

This extra-large umbrella features a double-canopy vented design to resist strong winds. “Automatic open” makes deploying this umbrella a breeze when weather strikes on short notice. 210T water-repellent fabric keeps you dry and allows for quick moisture drainage. A fiberglass shaft is lightweight and makes carrying this umbrella a breeze.

Red Rooster Rain Rooster Gloves

If you haven’t heard of the brand Red Rooster, do yourself a favor. They make high-quality gloves in a variety of styles including their fantastic Rain Rooster gloves. Water-resistant materials are used to keep your hands dry during wet rounds with an enhanced grip surface to maintain feel and a solid grip.

Galway Bay Build Your Own Bundle

Not all golf rain apparel is created equal, just like not all golfers need the exact same kit. Enter Galway Bay. Build your kit to the exact specifications required to keep you dry in the elements while saving 35 percemt. Whether you need pants, a jacket, gloves, a vest, mid-layers or it ALL, this is your one-stop shop.

RainTek Waterproof Golf Bag Cover

Golf is an investment and the bag is no exception. With that in mind, why is it one piece of equipment that can be generally overlooked for poor weather protection? We keep headcovers on our woods to help prevent damage so let’s add a waterproof cover to protect the investment that carries your clubs. No more having to dry out soaked pockets – RainTek’s waterproof golf bag has you covered. An easy-access structured foam hood is also built into this cover providing easy access to your clubs.

2025 RBC Heritage tee times for Thursday's first round in South Carolina, featuring Scottie Scheffler, Ludvig Aberg and more.

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The 2025 Masters was extra chaotic in person as Rory McIlroy claimed his green jacket. Here are 7 scenes you missed at home.

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The PGA event runs Thursday to Sunday, March 20-23 at the Copperhead Course.

After Rory McIlroy’s historic win Sunday, you could see his emotion when he spoke of two of his biggest fans who were watching from home.  

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Masters burning questions answered, Rory McIlroy's best shots, 2026 Masters power rankings and more. Let's break down the week at Augusta.

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Scottie Scheffler said it was "really cool" to be able to see "good friend" Rory McIlroy win the Masters to complete the career Grand Slam.

Rory McIlroy stuck to a strategy of staying laser-focused, even if that meant not saying a word to Bryson DeChambeau during the final round of the Masters.

On Monday, Augusta National invited 28 members of the media to play the course. For one of them, it was a particularly surreal round.

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The 2025 RBC Heritage begins on Thursday in Hilton Head. Here are 6 players our expert loves — and why he thinks you should too.

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What do you do if you find your ball in a hazard resting on the tail of an alligator (or some other creature)? Rules Guy has the answer.

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Rory McIlroy nearly doubled his career Masters earnings when he won his first green jacket. Here's the updated Masters career money ranking.

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After finishing third in the Masters, Patrick Reed has moved up to No. 49 in the world ranking, which at the very least assures a spot in the PGA Championship.

A mixed-team golf event will debut at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics with teams comprised of one male and one female athlete from the individual competitions.

TaylorMade isn’t the only player in the mini driver game anymore but nobody’s having more fun with it. Since the forgettable AeroBurner mini era (blessedly short-lived), TaylorMade has leaned into its mini driver platform to reimagine what amounts to a greatest hits album for driver design. In the process, the company has tapped directly into the nostalgia vein of gearheads everywhere.

Let’s sprint through the timeline:

The Original One mini (2019) paid tribute to the Pittsburgh Persimmon, the club TaylorMade bills as the first metalwood. A throwback in name and shape, it marked the brand’s first real effort to bring a mini to the modern era.The 300 mini driver (2021) drew inspiration from the classic 300 Series, a line that was ahead of its time in segmenting products by player type. While those R&D buckets weren’t nearly as data-backed as today’s models, the 300 Series introduced the idea of fitting by profile – a groundbreaking idea at the time.The BRNR mini driver (2023, 2024) took the nostalgia dial and turned it up to 11. With copper accents, a reversible headcover and unmistakable nods to the late-‘90s Burner drivers, it was the reboot nobody knew they wanted. All that was missing was the Bubble Shaft.

Given the history, it’s fitting that the latest entry, the R7 Quad mini, reaches back to one of the most iconic drivers of the 2000s.

Reimagining a classic

While reasonable people can disagree over whether the R7 Quad is TaylorMade’s most iconic driver ever, it’s inarguably part of the pantheon. So it tracks that golfers will be drawn to TaylorMade’s latest mini, which blends signature elements of the original R7 Quad design with modern TaylorMade tech, all wrapped in a compact, maybe even cute, 305cc package.

The original R7 Quad was a milestone. It marked TaylorMade’s first foray into movable weights. The R7 Quad mini keeps that legacy alive with a four-weight system: two 13-gram weights and two four-gram weights. This allows for six unique trajectory settings. If you can’t quite wrap your head around that, see below.