Kathy Whitworth, whose 88 career victories are the most by any player on a single professional golf tour, has died at the age of 83.
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PuttOUT x MyGolfSpy GIVEAWAY
Winter means one thing: indoor practice!
Welcome to Day 2 of MyGolfSpy’s Countdown to Christmas where we offer holiday giveaways every day until Christmas!
Today, we’ve teamed up with PuttOUT Golf to give away their latest training aid, the Devil Ball.
We Tried It a little while back and not only is it addicting but it’s worth spending some time with at the office, at home or anywhere you can roll a few.
Japanese Golf Clubs: Just Collector’s Items?
Several months ago, I posed the question: “Where did all the Japanese golf brands go?”
Part of the answer assumes a North America-centric viewpoint. And though brands like Yonex, Yamaha, Vega, Fourteen, ONOFF, PRGR and Honma have largely vanished from the U.S. landscape, they’re not extinct. Well, not entirely.
That said, if I consult my crystal ball, it portends a bleak outlook, at best.
So You’re Saying There’s A Chance?
Sort of. But it begs a deeper dive into two important topics.
First is a discussion regarding the prototypical JDM (Japanese domestic market) consumer. Second, we must assess how the global equipment market has changed over the last decade and what that might mean for JDM brands moving forward.
Solution for the Worst Miss in Golf
We all have a love hate relationship with golf. When its good, we love it. When it’s bad, it can be very frustrating. Burning the side of a hole with a missed putt is only costing you 1 stroke. A poor drive results in losing some easy distance. But a missed chip from 10 to 40 feet is so much more frustrating because its such an easy shot. After your miss, you tighten up and your next attempt is fat or bladed across the green. Then your blood begins to boil as you add-on 3 more strokes putting. Wouldn’t is be nice to make every chip for a 1 putt green?
You need an easy solution for perfect chip shots to limit your putts around the green. Mr. Short Game on a recent GolfersRx blog reminded us to “take your hands out of the swing”. Limiting your hand action is the perfect solution for consistent chips.
He reminded us to chip exactly the way Steve Stricker and Jason Day chip.
-Let your limited hip and shoulder rotation take care of the speed and power of your swing.
-Start with a narrow stance
First Look: Three New TaylorMade Spider GT Putter Models
TaylorMade adds three new models to the Spider GT mallet putter line.These new models feature new hosels including center-shafted hosel and a return of the Truss hosel.Only available online at TaylorMadeGolf.com with a MSRP of $349.99
TaylorMade’s Stealthy Spider GT Release
Did you know TaylorMade recently added three new models to their popular Spider GT putter line? It’s all right if you answered “no.” In fact, these three new Spiders released with such minimal fanfare that most people don’t know they exist.
Perhaps TaylorMade didn’t promote these putters as extensively as usual since they are only available online at the TaylorMade site. Maybe the United States was not the target market since two of the putters are listed as “Japan Issue.” Thankfully, they are still available for purchase online in the United States.
Ultimately, the reason for their subtle roll-out is immaterial. The good news is that I can share these new Spider GT putters with you today. Truth be told, they are interesting takes on the Spider GT. One has a neck that will be immediately popular with some of you and the other two Spiders revive some almost forgotten 2020 TaylorMade putter technology.
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Goatlane Grant Horvat Collection
Swedish golf sneaker brand Goatlane announces the release of the Grant Horvat Collection.The Grant Horvat Collection consists of three limited-run golf shoes.The first pair will be available for purchase on Dec. 26 and is limited to 350 pairs.Retail price is $240.
On Monday, Dec 26, Goatlane is releasing the first of three shoes in the Grant Horvat Collection. The sneaker is dressed in premium white grain calf leather and features a spikeless golf outsole. All Goatlane golf shoes are designed in partnership with PGA TOUR golfer Henrik Norlander. The remaining two pieces of the collection are set to release in the first half of 2023.
Goatlane? Never heard of her.
Unless you’re deep in the golf influencer scene, there’s a good chance you haven’t heard of Goatlane. The Swedish D2C golf sneaker brand calls itself “disruptive” and has made its mission to blend Tour-level performance with street fashion. Goatlane intentionally describes itself this way in the hope that the modern look draws the consumer in but the professional-level performance keeps them around.
While still a relatively “new” brand (founded in 2020), Goatlane has an impressive stable of talented influencers and ambassadors including Mac Boucher, Henrik Norlander and Grant Horvat.
About Grant Horvat
Grant Horvat is still fairly synonymous with GoodGood (despite recently parting ways with the brand) but the rising social media influencer is kick-starting his solo career with the launch of his signature Goatlane shoe. Horvat, who hails from Florida, grew up on the green under the direction of his father, a long-time PGA teaching professional.
A Peek Behind the Curtain
Goatlane golf sneakers look pretty slick but you’re probably wondering the same thing I am: Are there any brains behind those beautiful, soft leather curves? Let’s break it down.
Syncagraphite Zinger Shaft
Introducing the ZINGER by SYNCAGRAPHITE.
Do you know who Syncagraphite is? It’s an actual shaft factory with the most experienced shaft-making staff in the world. I’m talking about 45+ years of experience with Hashimoto-san alone; she is ( 80 years old ) and the same for Takahashi-san. ( 70 years old ) then their other staff is around 25 years and 15 years of hand shaft rolling. It’s impressive and unlike any other shaft company. The largest shaft brands do not have the quality control or hand-rolling skills… not even close. I’ve been to many shaft factories, and by far, Syncagraphite is the most impressive in terms of knowledge and QC. To learn more about the brand, please review our blog posts Introducing the brand in 2016. Click Here & Click Here.
Many have heard of Autoflex, right? Korea Hidden Technology? Basically, it’s a uni-flex shaft in a soft flex made of average prepreg. It was made famous on YouTube by some excellent fitters, yet know very little about shaft manufacturing and design. We sell a lot of these Autoflex shafts; when it comes to client feedback, about 50% do not get along with it well, 30% say its as good as any other shaft on the market yet softer, while only 20% get those considerable distance gains you may hear about. Within the shaft industry, there is no secret. It’s a uni-flex shaft and targets all golfers; it’s soft, maybe too soft. In general, most golfers benefit from playing a softer shaft, and some had solid gains with Autoflex. That’s the Korean secret, Actually, this is the exact reason why so many love Ryoma’s Beyond Power shafts; they are uni-flex and soft with a stiffer tip.
Now let’s talk about the SYNCAGRAPHITE ZINGER! While auto flex caters to everyone, the ZINGER caters to mid to low-handicap players. While the ZINGER is soft when you waggle it, when you swing it, you can feel it stiffen near impact. It really is something different.
The zingers attributes are unlike any other shaft we have tested, It helps everyone, and for a player like me who comes over the top, it aids by delaying casting, which creates a sensation of delay during the swing. It produces load for those who have a limited amount of it. At impact, it does not feel soft at all, and you can feel it tighten.
Masters criteria allow LIV golfers to play in '23
Any golfer who has qualified for the Masters based on previous criteria will be invited in 2023, including at least 16 currently on the LIV Tour.
TESTED – DOES RUST ADD SPIN?
This has been puzzling golfers for years.
Even as 2023 approaches, golfers remain fixated, as they have for years past, on the theory that rust adds spin.
A few months back, our #AskMyGolfSpy series included a segment on rust to educate the consumer on rust and whether it adds spin.
Here’s an early Christmas present: Eight out of eight manufacturers confirm that rust does NOT add spin.
But, as is our mandate, our curiosity and data-driven mindset demanded we find out for ourselves.
Vijay Singh, son Qass finally win PNC in 16th try
Vijay Singh and his son Qass finally cashed in on their 16th try at the PNC Championship, winning by two shots over John Daly and his son.
TESTERS WANTED – Cobalt Q6 Rangefinders
Want to test a Cobalt Q6 rangefinder?
Welcome to Testers Wanted where we recruit readers like you for objective feedback on products that roll into HQ throughout the year!
Cobalt Q6 Rangefinder Details
Cobalt might not be the first name you think of when it comes to golf rangefinders. But the brand has been in business for 25 years and claims they ” pioneered the technology trusted by tour players across the globe.”
Ultimately, golfers want a rangefinder that is accurate, optically sound, easy to use and hard to lose. Cobalt believes its direct-to-consumer platform gives golfers more bang for the buck and its lifetime warranty never requires a receipt.
However, guarantees are only as good as the product they cover. This is where we need your help.
Hobbled Woods, son two back of Team Thomas
Tiger Woods and 13-year-old son Charlie finished with a 13-under 59 at the PNC Championship despite dealing with a bad foot and a bum ankle.
Sources: LIV Golf COO resigns after one year
LIV Golf chief operating officer Atul Khosla has resigned after one year as the Saudi-backed rival circuit moves toward a league format, The New York Times reported and sources confirmed to ESPN's Mark Schlabach.
Tiger: Playing with son trumps letting foot heal
Tiger Woods says it's worth it to fight through the pain of his plantar fasciitis to play golf with his son, Charlie, at the PNC Championship this weekend.
Rozner shoots 64 for share of Mauritius lead
Antoine Rozner and Alfredo Garcia-Heredia credited island vibes after they moved into a tie for the lead with Sami Valimaki at the Mauritius Open on Friday.
How Fast Should You Swing? | GOLF SCIENCE
This may just be one of the most impactful tests in golf to date: How fast you should swing your driver?
We bet you’ve had an instructor or someone you’re playing with tell you, “Just swing at 80 percent. Nice and easy. Don’t try to kill it.”
Today, we’ll be revealing how fast you actually should be swinging and how much yardage you’re losing if you’re not. Based on our findings, it may be as much as 50 yards!
Results are broken down by swinging at 80, 100 and 120 percent.
Golfers’ Choice Survey – 2022 What’s In the Bag
With a flurry of new gear releases scheduled for early January, we thought we’d make a most of what’s left of 2022 to take our annual look at What’s In the Bag of our readers.
We want to know what types of clubs are in your bag. Are you carrying a hybrid or a utility iron? Two wedges or four? That sort of thing.
Along the way, we also want to learn what new clubs you bought this season and, ultimately, which brands you rely on most when you head to the golf course.
The survey should take five to 10 minutes to complete and, as always, we’ll share some of results in a few weeks.
Click Here to Take the Survey
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