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When we test golf shoes, we focus on traction, comfort and stability. “Coolness” isn’t part of the official scoring but that doesn’t mean we don’t have opinions. Here are five of the coolest golf shoes of 2025. Most weren’t part of our formal testing as they’re fresh releases but if you’re the kind of golfer who brings a little swagger to the course, this list is for you.

adidas Coursecup Spikeless

The adidas Coursecup Spikeless brings classic adidas Originals styling to the course. It’s a blend of streetwear vibes with actual golf technology built in. The shoes feature water-resistant full-grain leather, a Gripmore® outsole for traction and an Adiwear base.

It feels more like a sneaker than a traditional golf shoe. For those who walk and prefer that type of feel, it could be a good option.

We haven’t formally tested this shoe but it makes the cut for golfers who want vintage style without sacrificing wearability.

PUMA x Realtree Royale

With the PUMA x Realtree Royale collab, you get camo with class. The Royale features full-grain leather, a FLEXSPIKE outsole for grip and a ProFoam midsole for cushioning.

One of golf’s most famous destinations is gaining another course.

Pinehurst Resort announced the creation of No. 11, the second course at the Pinehurst Sandmines area of the property.

Construction at Pinehurst No. 11 will begin this year. The Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw design is expected to open in late 2027, a little more than two years from now.

No. 11 joins Tom Doak’s design of Pinehurst No. 10 at the 900-acre site that used to be mined for its deep reservoirs of sand. 

There will be a 6,000 square-foot pro shop and locker room opening this June and the Sandmines restaurant and bar will be open for business in August. Plans for lodging for guests staying on property are ongoing and could be in place by the end of 2027.

In a surprising twist for the current golf equipment market, Callaway has launched a new promotional offer that deserves attention from golfers looking to tune their bag setup this spring.

Billed as an opportunity to “Optimize the Top of Your Bag,” Callaway is offering $50 off an Elyte Fairway Wood or Hybrid with the purchase of a qualifying iron set. This marks one of the first mid-season promotions we’ve seen from a major manufacturer on current model equipment in quite some time.

How to get the deal

The details are straightforward: Purchase any current Apex iron set (minimum of 5 irons to qualify) and receive $50 off any current Elyte fairway wood or hybrid. The discount must be applied at the time of purchase, and the promotion runs from now until May 5th.

Why is Callaway running this promotion?

The timing of the deal likely comes down to a combination of factors. Additional tariffs may be looming on the horizon, there’s evidence of a broader slowdown in the equipment market, and it’s possible Callaway has more inventory than anticipated. There’s also something to be said for increasing average cart value by encouraging golfers to complete their bag with matching fairway woods and hybrids.

For now, this appears to be Callaway merely dipping its toes into promotional waters. The company will likely reassess after May 5th to determine whether discounts will become a more significant part of their strategy moving deeper into 2025.

The golf shorts that some reviewers are calling the “Best shorts lululemon has ever made” are on sale for just $49. Here’s why you should jump on this deal before it’s gone.

Performance from Tee to Green

The lululemon Commission Golf Shorts are designed to elevate your game from the first tee to the eighteenth green. Crafted with a stretchy, water-resistant fabric, these shorts provide both protection from the elements and the freedom of movement needed throughout your swing. Their thoughtful design ensures comfort and functionality for the entire round, making them an essential addition to any golfer’s wardrobe.

Streamlined Fit with Comfort in Mind

These shorts feature a streamlined fit that perfectly balances style and performance. With generous room around the glutes and thighs, they allow for unrestricted movement during your swing while maintaining a clean, professional appearance on the course. The breathable design keeps you comfortable even on hot days, letting you focus on your game rather than discomfort.

Practical Storage Solutions

Functionality is at the heart of the Commission Golf Shorts’ design. Secure back pockets safely hold your phone and scorecards throughout your round, while a specialized drop-in pocket on the right-hand side provides convenient storage for tees. These thoughtful storage solutions ensure all your essentials remain accessible yet secure as you navigate the course, allowing you to play with confidence and without distraction.

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When the Korn Ferry Tour comes to my home course for the Club Car Championship, it’s one of my favorite weeks of the year. Beyond the great golf, I’m always looking to learn how these pros think, how they manage the course and how small adjustments in their game lead to lower scores. Every year, I pick up something new. Here are a few things the Korn Ferry guys do that you probably aren’t.

They open the clubface to add spin, not height

As good as these guys are, they miss a lot of greens. Watching them try to get up and down is interesting. They open the face on their wedges much more than you might think.

Even with this open clubface, they aren’t playing a high flop shot. They’re letting the grooves and the extra loft grab the ball, nip it cleanly and make it check. They mostly hit lower-lofted greenside shots with a lot of spin.

The ball launches low‑to‑mid, skips once or twice and then stops like it has brakes. An open face exposes more loft so friction between the face and the ball increases.

They adjust their strategy based on the day

On Thursday, the first day of the tournament, most players laid up on the par-5s. There wasn’t a wait on the tee and the approach was conservative. They hit the fairway, got close and then tried to get up and down.

First Look: PRGR RS Speed Series – Fast, Forgiving, and Seriously Easy to Launch

If you’ve ever wished your clubs could give you just a bit more without asking for a total swing overhaul, PRGR’s latest RS Speed series might be exactly what you’ve been looking for. This lineup—featuring a new driver, fairway wood, and utility—is built around one simple idea: make speed and distance easy.

Whether you’re after a few extra yards off the tee or looking for a long iron replacement you can trust, the RS Speed lineup is designed to help you swing freely and let the club do the work.

RS Speed Driver – Step on the Gas

The RS Speed Driver feels like putting your foot down on the accelerator. It’s light (just 276g in the SR flex), aerodynamic, and loaded with Acceleration Technology to help you unlock extra power without muscling it.

This model features the most shallow face in the RS series, which helps reduce air drag and lets the head move faster through the swing. It’s also paired with a specially designed shaft that adds to that whippy, smooth-swinging feel while keeping everything stable.

Katana Voltio Ninja Premium Carbon II Series: Power, Precision & Surprising Distance

Katana Golf has always had a bit of a reputation—high-repulsion drivers, lightweight builds, and clubs that cater to senior players looking for a little extra help. But with the Voltio Ninja Premium Carbon II series, they’re rewriting the script.

This new lineup is more than just an upgrade—it’s a full rethink of what performance means across the bag. From driver to irons, every club in the series has been designed with one goal in mind: maximizing distance without making you work for it. But don’t worry, it’s not just about distance—control, forgiveness, and feel all come along for the ride.

Let’s take a look at what makes each piece of the lineup stand out.

Voltio Ninja Premium Carbon II Hi Driver

The face says “easy swing,” the numbers say “wow.”

Joel Dahmen sent a message after a heartbreaking loss, while Justin Thomas got advice from an intriguing source. More in the Monday Finish.

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No one had a better view of Rory McIlroy's historic Masters week than his playing partners. Akshay Bhatia got a front-row seat twice.

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Jay Sigel, one of golf's greatest amateur players, died of pancreatic cancer on Saturday, the USGA announced. Sigel was 81.

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A GOLF Top 100 Teacher explains how you can use this alignment hack to double-check your aim and make more putts.

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What's the difference between a weak grip and a strong grip? GOLF Top 100 Teacher Debbie Doniger explains the nuances.

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1. Set Up with a Solid Foundation

• Feet shoulder-width apart, weight evenly balanced

• Eyes directly over or just inside the ball

• Grip the putter lightly with relaxed arms and shoulders

2. Focus on the Putter Face

• The direction your putter face is pointing at impact is the biggest factor in starting the ball on line

• Keep the face square through the stroke and avoid flipping your wrists

Justin Thomas uses a precisely built set of Titleist Vokey SM10 wedges. Here's how you can get your own dialed set for your own needs.

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We asked six of GOLF’s Top 100 Teachers to share the most valuable skills you should be working on right now. Here’s what they had to say.

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In this edition of Ply Smart, Top 100 Teacher Dave Phillips gives a bit of putting advice that Phil Mickelson called "simple but brilliant."

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With his switch to the Titleist GT2, Justin Thomas is back in the winner’s circle at the 2025 RBC Heritage.

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Titleist had a huge year in 2025 when it comes to driver distance, taking first, second and fifth place in our testing. But that level of dominance hasn’t always been the norm.

We looked back at driver testing data from 2020 to 2025 to see which brands consistently showed up in the top five for distance.

If you’re looking for pure speed and distance off the tee, here are the results—and the brands you might want to prioritize.

Longest drivers in golf (2020-2025)

Introduction

Fairway woods are often tricky to get right. But once you find one that works, it can become a key part of your game. The Callaway Elyte fairway wood series promises to make that search easier, offering two models— Standard Elyte and Elyte TI—each designed with features that cater to different golfers’ needs. To get a real sense of how these clubs perform, we asked golfers to put both versions through their paces. Here’s what they had to say.

The Step Sole: A new approach to turf interaction

The Step Sole is arguably the most talked-about feature of the Elyte Fairway Wood, for good reason. Turf interaction is most talked about in irons and wedges but not so much with fairway woods. It is by no means a foreign concept but the way Callaway’s Step Sole reduces the sole contact area by 57 percent is most definitely a new approach. The Step Sole is designed to help minimize drag and skidding, improve turf interaction and make it easier to strike the ball cleanly from a variety of lies and grass conditions.

Testers were quick to notice the difference, especially those who tend to struggle with hitting fairway woods from the turf. The Step Sole generally helped them achieve better launches and smoother turf interaction, even when the ball isn’t hit in the sweet spot.

Josh Parker shared, “Super simple to hit off the turf and in the rough. Helps with cleaner contact.” The feedback was consistent with testers mentioning how the club made their fairway wood shots feel smoother and, more importantly, just easier.

BreakfastBall15 added, “It glides through the turf even in soggy early-season conditions.” This was particularly appreciated during testing in tougher conditions where the Step Sole allowed for easier interaction with the turf, regardless of course conditions.

For years, golfers have been chasing MOI (moment of inertia) as the Holy Grail of forgiveness. Higher MOI means more forgiveness – or so conventional wisdom suggests. But what if this oversimplifies a much more complex reality?

Our years of Most Wanted testing have repeatedly shown that the highest MOI drivers aren’t always among the most forgiving. This shouldn’t be puzzling. It makes perfect sense once we understand that MOI and forgiveness are not synonymous. While MOI is an element of forgiveness, it is not forgiveness itself.

It’s more reasonable to suggest that forgiveness and consistency are closely aligned. Truly forgiving clubs deliver consistent, desirable outcomes, even when you don’t make perfect contact. The key distinction is that not all forms of consistency contribute equally to better scores and what’s “forgiving” for one golfer might not help another at all.

The MOI misconception

MOI measures a club’s resistance to twisting on off-center hits. With that, MOI helps to preserve ball speed. Our testing has consistently shown strong correlations between high MOI and ball speed consistency across the face but that’s about the extent of it. While ball speed retention is crucial, it’s just one aspect of what makes a club forgiving.

A high-MOI driver might produce extremely consistent results but those results might be consistently undesirable. Imagine a driver that reliably produces a tight grouping of shots but they’re all 20 yards right of the fairway. That’s consistency without forgiveness – and we see it all the time in testing.