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Cobalt has released a new version of their Q-6 laser rangefinder, the Q-6SM. If you are unfamiliar with Cobalt rangefinders, I wrote a comprehensive review of the Cobalt Q-6 laser rangefinder last year.

If you missed that review because you had a doctor’s appointment or jury duty, just click that link above and you will have the complete rundown on the Cobalt Q-6.

If you are link-click-adverse these days, I’ll give you a quick rundown before telling you what is new with the Q-6SM.

Key Elements: Cobalt Q-6 laser rangefinder

During my previous testing, I discovered the key characteristics of the Cobalt Q-6 laser rangefinder.

First of all, it is fast. It picks up targets quickly with the touch of a single button. The haptic feedback when it locks on targets lets you know the range value is correct. When the pins have built-in reflectors, the targeting time is almost instantaneous.

It’s easy to find out what drivers the longest PGA Tour players are using. It’s a little different for the Champions Tour players. The Champions Tour guys sometimes fly under the radar, even though many of these names will ring a bell for any golf fan. Tracking down their current golf club gear is tough. Many of them don’t frequently switch clubs and manufacturers aren’t always quick to update this information on their websites. Here’s a deep dive into the longest hitters on the Champions Tour and the drivers they’re gaming today.

Ten of the longest drivers on the PGA Tour Champions

The Triple Diamond trend: Low-spin tech still works

Callaway’s Triple Diamond variants (Paradym, Ai Smoke, Elyte) show up four times on this list. MyGolfSpy ranked the Paradym Ai Smoke Triple Diamond third overall and the best for distance in 2024, noting its versatility for mid to low swing speeds

The Elyte Triple Diamond earned top marks in low swing speed tests and was the best overall driver of 2025. It’s praised for its explosive distance and accurate performance. These Champions Tour pros aren’t swinging slowly but it’s clear that this low-spin adjustable design delivers for a wide range of players.

Big brands dominate

Titleist, PING and Callaway own the leaderboard. Our best driver of 2024 test ranked the PING G430 Max 10K as the best for accuracy and Titleist’s TSR2 among the best for forgiveness. These drivers offer the versatility Champions Tour players need, blending distance with shot-shaping control.

Ernie Els and the XXIO 13?

Ernie’s using the premium-priced XXIO 13, one of the most expensive drivers in the 2024 test. While the XXIO 13 is intended to be a premium option and suitable for amateur players, it didn’t perform as well as expected in our test.

The takeaway is one of the most important parts of the golf swing. When you get it right, everything that follows becomes easier. But most golfers overdo it. They try to do too much and end up in a bad position before the swing even really begins.

Here are three common takeaway mistakes that can ruin your swing before it has a fair chance to start.

The instant wrist hinge

Some golfers start their swing by snapping their wrists back immediately. It’s an abrupt change that tends to create the following issues:

This early wrist hinge often happens without any chest movement. The arms are already outrunning the body and you’ve lost the ability for natural body rotation and movement.

It’s better to start wide and get the chest and arms moving in sync. The hinge happens gradually, usually around waist height, and keeps everything moving together. You’ll have more width in your swing and better structure.

Richard Bland will not defend his title this week at the U.S. Senior Open, choosing instead to play at LIV Golf's stop in Dallas.

In this week's Rogers Report, we break down what I learned from the KPMG Women's PGA Championship, Travelers and more.

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Collin Morikawa split with caddie Joe Greiner after five tournaments together. That decision speaks to the World No. 5's deeper search.

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Should Keegan Bradley be a playing captain in the Ryder Cup, or just a captain? How you approach that debate says it all.

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Some players at the KPMG Women's PGA complained that the course setup made them look silly. How did the architect think it looked?

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The staff here at GOLF has seen a few things and played a few places. As for the essential golf experiences? We narrowed it down to these 50.

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Collin Morikawa is in the market for a new caddie -- again -- after parting ways with Joe Greiner ahead of this week's Rocket Classic.

Subpar podcast co-hosts Colt Knost and Drew Stoltz make their favorite bets for the Rocket Classic at Detroit Golf Club.

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Patrick Reed knows he's a long shot to make Team USA, but he believes there's 1 path to getting him to Bethpage.

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Explore Florida's top golf courses with our comprehensive guide. Discover the best spots for every skill level.

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In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Teacher to Watch Christy Longfield explains the differences in weak grips and strong grips.

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2025 Rocket Classic tee times for Thursday's first round at Detroit Golf Club, featuring Rickie Fowler, Collin Morikawa and more.

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When out of bounds beckons your tee shots, be strategic with your setup and brave with your swing, says Johnny Miller.

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Are you thinking about getting a broomstick putter but want one with a little pizazz? Odyssey is here for you. The brand-new Odyssey Good Good Ai-ONE Square 2 Square Jailbird Broomstick putter is both long in name and in shaft.

Additionally, this 48-inch behemoth features some unique Good Good flavor, including a custom laser-etched sole plate, light-blue split grip with the Good Good logo and a Good Good-inspired Jailbird headcover.

Fans of Good Good will appreciate that the Odyssey Good Good Ai-ONE Square 2 Square Jailbird Broomstick putter has the same $399.99 price as the stock version.

Making the broomstick a boomstick

The Good Good aesthetics make the putter cool but the putt-making parts are pure Odyssey. Let’s take a look at the key components of the Odyssey Good Good Ai-ONE Square 2 Square Jailbird Broomstick putter.

Versa alignment

Odyssey’s black-and-white Versa alignment stripes put the jail in Jailbird. The series of alternating lines sit perpendicular to your target line.

Malbon’s newest collaboration brings a different kind of luxury to the golf course. The limited-edition Malbon x St. John collection blends Malbon’s modern golf aesthetic with St. John’s history of high-end knitwear. It’s not your typical golf performance line, which is exactly what they intended.

You’ll find piqué textures, open-knit mesh, vertical piping, and engineered patterns all in familiar pieces with a new edge. One of the standout design elements is a multi-tweed fabric used in the visor, golf bag, and vest. It’s a bit more fashionable than what you may typically wear to the driving range.

There’s also a bit of nostalgia baked in. A cotton tee with 1970s St. John embroidery sits next to the Malbon logo.

The new SJ x Malbon logo shows up across a cardigan and dress built around an all-over jacquard print.

The collection officially dropped on June 24th and will be available through Malbon’s flagship stores, select St. John boutiques, and both brands’ websites. It’s not ladies’ golf wear in the usual sense, but if you’re looking for something different, this one’s worth a look.

What should the PGA Tour be doing better? A change in leadership had Viktor Hovland thinking deep on the Shotgun Start podcast.

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