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MyGolfSpy readers are familiar with TrackMan, Foresight and FlightScope but do they know the story of the upstart Korean company now headquartered in the United States that has put the launch monitor category on notice?

Ever heard of Uneekor?  

Uneekor has quietly become a leader in golf simulators and launch monitor technologies by staying focused on what’s most important: Golfers. 

It put together a team of sharp engineers driven by innovation and married them to a group of golf-focused executives who understand the industry and, specifically, what’s driving the launch monitor space. 

Uneekor even merged with Evnroll putters this year to assist with its research and development efforts with putters and putting.

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:

COBRA KING TEC Hybrid. My current hybrid, the COBRA King F6, is pushing eight years old so I figured it was time for an upgrade. Does eight years of innovation really make a difference? Let’s see if the KING TEC hybrid can knock off my trusty F6 in what I’m calling the COBRA Cup.

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. Big hybrid guy because I suck at golf.

The Challengers

Keep in mind that this COBRA KING TEC hybrid review is based solely on my subjective feedback. Data-driven hybrid testing is a little above my pay grade so I’ll leave that to Phillip. If you are interested in how the KING TEC hybrid fared in our Most Wanted testing, you can read that full report before reading my findings.

COBRA KING TEC Hybrid

Adjustable hoselAdjustable weightsRetails for $300

COBRA KING F6 Hybrid

Adjustable hoselOne sole weight (back position)Retailed for $199 in 2015

COBRA Cup Round 1: Adjustability

I’m of the opinion that all golf hybrids should offer some level of adjustability. At the time of its release in 2015, the COBRA KING F6 was one of the few options with an adjustable hosel. Fast forward to now: four of the top five hybrids in our Most Wanted testing are adjustable.

European Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald drew criticism for his captain's picks, including from multiple Tour winners ruing the biggest snub.

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Novak Djokovic, Formula One driver Carlos Sainz and soccer players Gareth Bale and Andriy Shevchenko were among those who will compete in an All-Star event preceding the upcoming Ryder Cup

What do you do if you pick up your match-play partner's ball? Can you replace it without penalty? Rules Guy has the answer.

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GOLF Teacher to Watch Dr. Alison Curdt shares three common mental mistakes amateurs make, and reveals how to fix them for lower scores.

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GOLF Teacher to Watch Christie Longfield shows how this ladder drill can help dial in your distance control on tricky wedge shots.

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With fall approaching, you might want a pair of new stylish golf shoes to accentuate your earth-toned fall wardrobe. Check out these 3 favs!

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From a surprise party for prom king Max Homa to a LIV Golf wedding and Team USA's Ryder Cup preparation, get caught up.

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Having the shanks is never fun, but with this fix from GOLF Top 100 Teacher Trillium Rose, you can cure them for good.

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The Ryder Cup rosters are finally set, which means the stakes are, too. Here are players (and captain) under the most pressure in Rome.

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Many amateurs are afraid to make a golf divot because they don't want to mishit the ball. But here's how you can learn from making one.

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Bermuda grass is a popular choice for golf course turf, particularly in warm and sunny regions. Its attributes make it well-suited for golf courses, including fairways, tees, and rough areas. Here's why Bermuda grass is commonly used on golf courses:

1. Heat and Drought Tolerance: Bermuda grass is renowned for its exceptional heat tolerance, which is crucial for golf courses in warm climates. It can thrive in high temperatures and withstand prolonged periods of intense sunlight. Its deep root system also helps it access water deep within the soil, making it drought-resistant.

2. Rapid Growth and Recovery: Bermuda grass is known for its vigorous growth, which allows it to quickly recover from wear and tear caused by golfers' footsteps and golf cart traffic. This resilience makes it an ideal choice for high-traffic areas like fairways.

3. Fine Texture: Many Bermuda grass cultivars have fine to medium-textured leaves, creating a lush, manicured appearance. This fine texture enhances the visual appeal of golf course fairways and tees.

4. Tolerance to Low Mowing Heights: Bermuda grass can be mowed at low heights, which is essential for golf course putting greens, tees, and fairways. This ability to tolerate close mowing without significant damage makes it an ideal choice for creating smooth, fast-rolling surfaces.

Score a free $100 Fairway Jockey gift card when you buy a Stealth 2 driver and a free $150 gift card when you buy 7 or more Stealth/Stealth HD irons.

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Not long ago Ryder Cuppers might enjoy a glass or two of wine the night before a match. Not so much anymore, says ex-captain Paul McGinley.

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Be one with your clubs.

That’s more or less the idea behind golf’s newest accessory tandem.

Today, renowned golf grip company Golf Pride announces a limited collaboration with ASHER Golf. The limited collection consists of four box sets of matching Golf Pride Tour Velvet 360 grips and premium ASHER Golf gloves.

Golf grips that perfectly match your golf glove? Color me intrigued.

Release Details

Available beginning Sept. 7 at ASHER GolfEach kit retails for $175 and includes 13 grips (Golf Pride Tour Velvet 360) and two premium ASHER glovesFour unique box sets in ash, cognac, oxblood or spruceSpruce colorway is brand-new to the ASHER lineupLimited to North America

Swiping Right on Golf Pride x ASHER Golf

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I can’t say I’ve ever put much thought into matching my golf glove to my grips. But the idea makes sense. The changes are purely cosmetic, of course, but having a set of grips that is perfectly color-matched to your glove sounds like fashion genius to me.

There is a lot of cool gear in the golf world that doesn’t always fit 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: Under Armour HOVR Drive Wide Spikeless Golf Shoes

Your Thick Kick Tester

Dave Wolfe– Though I mainly talk about putters, I also have feet so wide that they can cover a manhole when required.

Width Testing the Under Armour HOVR Drive Wide spikeless Golf Shoes

It’s time to stomp the turf again as I continue my search for the truly wide golf shoes. Today, I’m channeling my inner Jordan Speith and checking out some Under Armour HOVR Drive Wide spikeless golf shoes. This is my first adventure into the Under Armour shoe world. I’ve worn other UA gear for years but never their shoes.

What was it about the Under Armour HOVR Drive Wide spikeless golf shoes that caught my eye?  That little word WIDE, of course. If a company is going to offer wide golf shoes, then I am going to slap them to see if they are in fact wide.

Under Armour HOVR Drive Wide Spikeless Golf Shoes: Key Features 

Microfiber upper and lightweight waterproof membraneMolded heelMolded EVA footbedUA Rotational Resistance outsole TPU spikeless outsole One-year waterproof warrantyProduct colors: White-Multi, White-White, BlackMSRP: $140

Houston, We May Have a Problem

Like I said, these HOVR Drive Wides were my first pair of Under Armour golf shoes. Opening the box, I was met with a good-looking and surprisingly light pair of shoes. Yes, they did have laces and not BOA closure but the blue-and-gray color scheme was so sharp that I didn’t mind.

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Brian Mogg shares a baseball swing drill that can lead to more clubhead speed and longer drives on the course.

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Improving your golf game without ever taking a lesson is a possibility, and new GOLF Top 100 Teacher Liam Mucklow shares how.

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With the announcement of Luke Donald's European Ryder Cup team for this year's tournament, here are six surprising names not selected.

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