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We’ve all heard this tired old line: “Golf is expensive.”

My response? It doesn’t have to be. Let me explain.

I admit I’m a sucker for nice golf gear. Heck, I’m the one who reviewed a $400 pair of pants. That said, my true passion (granted, hard to believe) is finding a way to make the game less expensive. 

No one is more thrifty than I am when it comes to purchasing golf gear. Hence, I’ve learned a thing or two about finding name-brand gear for almost unbelievable prices. Are you ready to climb down the deep discount rabbit hole with me? You’re in for a treat. 

The truth is that, with a little patience and gusto, you can find an entire wardrobe of great golf apparel, shoes and accessories at one of the country’s leading bargain stores: Ross. 

The Testing Opportunity

As mentioned in previous Forum Member Reviews, MyGolfSpy Forum worked to involve, highlight and include several direct-to-consumer (DTC) and newer brands as part of the Member Testing Platform. INDI Golf was one of these companies. 

For those unfamiliar with INDI Golf, they are a relatively new brand that specializes in putters and wedges. INDI Golf offers both conforming and non-conforming wedges. Other technology includes “Tractionface technology” and “scoopback design” which they claim adds forgiveness. There are three different models with various grinds. INDI’s goal is to provide wedges that work for every golfer at a competitive cost. 

For this testing opportunity, selected testers were virtually fitted by INDI Golf and given a set of wedges to test and keep. Testers were limited to conforming wedges and were able to select stock shaft and grip options of their choosing.

A INDI Golf Virtual Fitting

Here is what Tester RICHL85 had to say about his fitting:

“We experienced what Indi golf calls a “virtual fitting” which is essentially a questionnaire to answer the basic things like what wedges we currently play, what shaft we play in irons, distance, course conditions and divot type. In my case, I play in pretty intermediate conditions and take a small or no divot…Overall, most of the decisions were pretty straightforward. We stuck with the same lofts I’m currently playing (50, 54, and 58), 1/2″ long, 1 degree upright. To match up with my irons, we also stuck with the KBS wedge shaft option. Since I don’t have a particularly steep attack angle, we are going with the FLX head in the 50 and 54, but the ATK head for the 58 degree.”

Taking a closer look at the biggest equipment storylines from a busy week at the Grant Thornton Invitational.

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With Jon Rahm's suspension, Mackenzie Hughes goes from No. 51 to No. 50 on the FedEx Cup points list, and Carl Yuan, who was signed up for Q-school this week, moves up one spot to No. 125 and has a full PGA Tour card for next year.

Amid speculation that he might jump to the LIV Golf League, Tony Finau wrote Monday on Instagram that he is "excited for 2024 and looking forward to playing my 10th season on the PGA Tour!"

Jon Rahm's LIV signing sparked rumors about Tony Finau. On Monday Finau addressed those rumors and the PGA Tour announced Rahm's suspension.

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Increasing the distance you can hit your driver involves a combination of technique, equipment, and physical conditioning. Here are some tips to help you hit your driver longer:

1. Optimize Your Setup:

   • Stance: Position your feet shoulder-width apart, and tilt your spine slightly away from the target. This helps promote a more sweeping, upward strike.
   • Ball Position: Place the ball forward in your stance, aligned with the inside of your lead heel (left heel for a right-handed golfer). This encourages an upward angle of attack.

2. Maintain a Proper Grip:

   • Neutral Grip: Ensure that your grip is neutral, neither too strong nor too weak. This allows for a more natural release of the club through impact.

3. Maximize Your Backswing:

   • Full Shoulder Turn: Make a complete shoulder turn to generate more power. Your back should be facing the target at the top of your backswing.
   • Coil Your Hips: Engage your hips in the backswing to create torque. This stored energy can be released on the downswing.

4. Create Lag in the Downswing:

Rory McIlroy took a swipe at LIV's Henrik Stenson on X over the Ryder Cup, and fellow LIV pro Lee Westwood came to Stenson's defense.

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Rory McIlroy took a swipe at LIV's Henrik Stenson on X over the Ryder Cup, and fellow LIV pro Lee Westwood came to Stenson's defense.

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Kirkland Signature Players Distance Irons are officially here. Or, at least, they were available for a sliver of time.

By our reasoning, the irons SOLD OUT by 1pm EST. Are you surprised? I didn’t think so. For $499, they weren’t going to last long. Plus, it is Kirkland Signature. They’re on the map.

What You Need To Know

Earlier in the year, first generation Kirkland Signature irons were spotted on the USGA’s conforming list. Golf enthusiasts were giddy and so were we. Needless to say, Saturday morning rang the bells of Christmas a few weeks early. Here is a breakdown of the new Kirkland Signature Players Distance Irons:

FEATURES

$499Only Available in Right HandTrue Temper Elevate 115g Steel ShaftLamkin Crossline 360 Grip7 piece set; 4-9 iron and Pitching WedgeRegular and Stiff Flex

TECHNOLOGY & DESIGN

Kirkland Signature Players Distance Irons feature a multi-material construction – stainless steel body, injected urethane insert, and an internal tungsten weight.

Does this construction ring any bells? It is common, albeit, there are subtle differences in design concepts to the likes of TaylorMade P790s, Mizuno Pro 225s, PING i500s, etc. You get the picture. The Kirkland Signature Irons offer the ideal blend of distance, forgiveness, and playability.

There is a lot of cool gear in the golf equipment world that doesn’t always fit neatly into Most Wanted Tests or Buyer’s Guides. You still want to know how it performs. In our We Tried It series, we put gear to the test and let you know if it works as advertised.

What We Tried:

The Blue Tees Player+ GPS Speaker. Perhaps the most advanced golf speaker to date? This ain’t just for bumping to some Taylor Swift. This speaker aims to remove your rangefinder or current GPS device from the equation.

Who Tried It:

Connor. Director of Soft Goods Testing and resident sneakerhead. I believe golf is better with a pair of cool shoes and comfortable joggers. My taste in music ranges anywhere from Zac Brown Band country ballads to Gustav Holst’s masterpiece that is The Planets.

I think music on the course is good (in moderation). So long as the volume isn’t obnoxious, I think it’s a great way to more fully enjoy the game. That said, a speaker of this magnitude (should) do much more than just play music.

Tech Specs

Connects to your smartphone via BluetoothControlled by the Blue Tees GameNearly 40,000 courses availableIntegrated touch screenCart magnet mount360-degree audioVisual and audio distances100-foot rangeIPX 7 waterproof10-hour battery life

What I Like

I’ll start with this declaration: The Blue Tees Player+ GPS Speaker is the most advanced golf speaker on the market.

Louis Oosthuizen came out on top in his final-round duel with close friend and fellow South African Charl Schwartzel to win the Alfred Dunhill Championship on Monday for his first European tour title in five years.

Carlee Shoemaker was playing the best golf of her life.

As a senior at the University of the Cumberlands in Williamsburg, Ky., Shoemaker made her presence known. She won five tournaments, shot a five-under 67 at the Heritage Hill Collegiate (the lowest single round in program history), finished T-16 at the NAIA National Championship and broke the UC record for single-season stroke average at 74.21.

A three-time All Mid-South Conference first-team selection and two-time All-American, she was ready to take the next step with the aspirations of going professional. Thanks to an extra year of eligibility due to the COVID pandemic that shortened her junior season, Shoemaker transferred to Eastern Kentucky University, an NCAA Division I program in the Atlantic Sun Conference, for the 2021-22 season.

“I put a lot of unnecessary pressure on myself,” Shoemaker said. “I just wanted to perform and I wanted to prove to myself I could do this. I had one year left so I said, ‘I want to win this, I want to win that.’

“And, in reality, I shouldn’t have done that.”

GOLF's editors discuss Jon Rahm's shocking decision to sign with LIV Golf and the aftermath for the PGA Tour.

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The PGA Tour has narrowed its list of potential investors and says it will continue to negotiate with Saudi Arabia's national wealth fund ahead of a Dec. 31 deadline.

The PGA Tour's latest decision comes ahead of commissioner Jay Monahan and PIF head Yasir Al-Rumayyan meeting in person this week.

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Looking for a gift for the bourbon-lover in your life? An expert recommends three great options at three different price points.

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There's still time to be a gift-giving hero this holiday season — and save a bundle too! Check out the discount on the Pinned Golf Prism.

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Lydia Ko hit a fairway metal to 8 feet to set up the birdie she and Jason Day needed to win the Grant Thornton Invitational on Sunday.