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Ever wondered what rangefinder the PGA TOUR pros use during their practice rounds?

A whopping 98 percent use a Bushnell rangefinder, specifically the Bushnell Pro XE. And for good reason.

Our testing proved that, without question, the Bushnell Pro XE is the best rangefinder on the market. The optics are incredibly clear, making locking onto the pin that much easier. It also performed well in the features category and in its speed locking onto its target. But where it shines—and isn’t this the primary purpose of a rangefinder?—is how accurate the Bushnell Pro XE is. So if you want the best of the best, get the Pro XE by Bushnell.

Pros:

Best rangefinder of 2022Magnetic mountExceptional optics and visual clarityQuickly acquires and locks onto targetAdjusts for climate and temperature

Cons:

Red yardage display can fade in and out

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The drama between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf will take a brief break over four days as players vie for the U.S. Open title. So who has a chance?

Although the decision is not his, Bryson DeChambeau said he hopes to play both the LIV and PGA tours. "I want to play where people can see great entertainment. I want to deliver that anywhere I'm at," he told Golf Channel.

Justin Thomas on the LIV Golf Invitational Series being the talk inside the sport the past few weeks: 'It's sad.'

Jay Monahan was critical of the LIV Golf tour, calling it a "series of exhibition matches" as compared to the "pure competition" of the PGA Tour.

Phil Mickelson was asked a variety of questions Monday, from what he'd say to the national chair of the 9/11 Families United coalition, to his expected reception from the fans outside of Boston, to his future schedule.

Two-time U.S. Open champion Brooks Koepka says that he's tired of talking about LIV Golf and that the continued conversation has cast a shadow over this week's major.

Who can win? Who has the best betting value? What props are the most interesting? Our experts look at the 2022 U.S Open from all angles.

The Country Club won't be a bomber friendly, Brooks gets chippy, field factoids, the best things said, Barkley's awkward Live From hit and the USGA touts digital viewing options.

Defending U.S. Open champ Jon Rahm says that he's not planning to join LIV Golf, noting that his "heart is with the PGA Tour" and that money is not a motivator for him.

Two-time U.S. Open champion Brooks Koepka says he's tired of talking about LIV Golf and that the continued conversation has cast a shadow over this week's major.

Rory McIlroy expressed his disappointment Tuesday with PGA Tour players joining the LIV Golf Invitational Series: They took the "easy way out."

Defending U.S. Open champ Jon Rahm says that he's not planning to join LIV Golf, noting that his "heart is with the PGA Tour" and that money is not a motivator for him.

Rory McIlroy expressed his disappointment Tuesday with PGA Tour players joining the LIV Golf Invitational Series: They took the "easy way out."

There are now two functioning professional tours, leaving golf at an undeniable and uncertain crossroads.

 

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If you’re looking for a last minute gift for dad and also want a good deal, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve compiled a mix of various golf products, in our Father’s Day Gift Guide so you’re guaranteed to find something your dad will love.

Father’s Day Deals

1. Precision Pro R1 Smart Rangefinder

The Precision Pro R1 Smart Rangefinder finished 3rd in our 2022 rangefinder test. Also on sale is the Precision Pro NX7 Slope (best value winner rangefinder 3 years in a row).

$319.99 / $279.99 ($40 OFF)

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2. Rapsodo Personal Launch Monitor

Dad probably tells you he drives the ball 300 yards, and he might. But you can keep him honest (or at least verify the old man’s claims) with the Rapsodo Personal Launch monitor. It’s ridiculously easy to use, so there’s no excuse for talk of inflated numbers around the family dinner table.

Edel SMS irons have been announced.They feature Edel’s Swing Match system weighting.Retail price is $250 per iron.Availability begins July 21.

If you’ve seen the company’s wedges, the story behind the new Edel SMS irons probably won’t surprise you. For Edel, not only does the SMS iron provide an opportunity to refresh its iron lineup with its movable weight technology but it also gives it a much-needed variable-length offering to sit alongside the SLS single-length offering.

We’ll dig into the tech in more detail but the signature feature of the Edel SMS irons is that it leverages movable weight (as part of the fitting process) to dial in the best center-of-gravity location for each golfer.

It’s a point of differentiation unique to Edel. It’s the reason why the company states, “Your irons can’t do this.” The question golfers must answer for themselves is, “Do they need to?”

Edel SMS Construction

Before we dig into the performance of the Edel SMS irons, let’s take a quick look at the construction.