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The question comes up from time to time: How are women’s golf clubs different from men’s? While it wasn’t always the case (and may still not be with some brands), manufacturers are putting more effort into engineering golf clubs specifically for women. We can chalk that up to growth in participation and women becoming increasingly invested in the performance side of the game.

So, while the engineering gap is narrowing, women’s clubs still aren’t exactly the same as men’s … although the differences aren’t as dramatic as you might think.

Before we break down the specifics, it’s worth pointing out that pretty much every piece of golf equipment is designed around some concept of the “average” for a given player archetype. With that in mind, typical women’s clubs are designed to meet the needs of the average female golfer.

Women’s clubs are lighter

Working off our averages, women are typically smaller in physical stature and generally not as strong as men. To address these needs, women’s clubs – from drivers to wedges – tend to be lighter than clubs designed for men. Weight reduction in the head, shaft and grip is common. As a result, swing weights are lower as well.

The idea is to make clubs easier to swing and reduce fatigue. The trade-off is that MOI (moment of inertia) is tied to weight so lighter heads mean lower MOI measurements. But at the average female swing speed, this isn’t much to worry about.

You can say many things pro and con about Bridgestone Golf but there’s one thing you can’t say and still be taken seriously.

You can’t say that Bridgestone, as a company, is sitting on its hands.

In support of the preceding declaration, I submit to you today’s launch of the Bridgestone Electron, the company’s first-ever golf ball designed specifically for juniors.

“It’s designed to help younger players launch the ball more easily and have more fun playing golf,” said Bridgestone CEO Dan Murphy in a prepared statement. “We’re proud to have used our (ball fitting) data to develop the Electron specifically to meet the needs of junior players.”

We’re not sure whether it’s the first ball that’s ever been designed specifically for juniors but we do know for a fact it’s the first one that’s being launched today. (This is called investigative journalism.)

TaylorMade is known for pushing the limits of design and performance and the Qi35 lineup continues that tradition with a refined carbon face, new weight distribution and bold aesthetics. For this test, MyGolfSpy Forum testers each were provided with a combination of Qi35 driver and fairway wood models to see how these clubs performed across a range of skill levels, preferences and setups.

Testers included @CB Lobo 4 Life, @Medfloat, @David Leighton Reid, and @GforeNick. They tried different configurations including the LS, Core, and Max drivers, along with Tour, HL, and Core fairway woods. Through launch monitor sessions, on-course testing and head-to-head comparisons with their gamers, this group uncovered what TaylorMade got right and where there’s still room to improve.

Key highlights

Testers praised the updated sound and feel, calling it solid and satisfying even on mishits.Distance was a standout across all drivers, especially the LS and Core models.Forgiveness exceeded expectations, even in the LS and Max heads.Fairway woods were easy to launch and versatile from the deck and tee.Adjustability helped testers fine-tune performance for their individual swings.Testers found significant gapping benefits and versatility across the top end of the bag.

Testers’ experience and performance insights

First impressions and aesthetics

From fighter-jet inspired soles to sleek carbon crowns, the Qi35 line made a strong visual impression. Testers reflected well at the look of the clubs at address as well as the finish quality and overall aesthetic.

CB Lobo 4 Life: “TaylorMade has done it perfectly with the subtle yellow-green additions. It is subtle but blends so well with the chromium gray.”

GforeNick: “The driver, with its more streamlined and sporty design compared to my Qi10 Max, screams ‘distance weapon.'”

The Bingo Bango Bongo golf format adds a fun element to a round with friends. There are three points up for grabs on every hole and you only need two players to get started.

What is the Bingo Bango Bongo golf format?

Bingo Bango Bongo is a points-based golf game where three points are available on each hole. Anyone can play and you don’t need a golf handicap to participate in this game.

How to play

There are three points available on each hole:

Bingo – First player to hit the green (1 point) Bango – Once all players are on the green, the player closest to the hole (1 point) Bongo – First player to hole out (1 point)

The most important rule of Bingo Bango Bongo is that you must play in proper order. The honor system comes into full effect here when hitting approach shots to the green and when putting.

Bingo Bango Bongo can be played with two to four players and it is an individual format, not a team event. You’ll need a way to track points using a scorecard or an app and you can put a wager on the point value if that makes sense for your group.

When a polo can pull double duty for me (be worn on the course and off), it’s a key selling point. Performance polos, specifically, seem to check all the boxes. Lightweight? Yep. Stretchy and comfortable? You bet. Look as good for date night as they do on the first tee? You know it. The polos below fit the bill and will have you feeling comfortable all day long whether that is on the course or heading to date night after a full day of work.

Sunday Swagger – Jawbreaker Polo

Sunday Swagger is known for bold designs and not being shy about showing them off. When I stumbled upon the jawbreaker polo, I found it to be a blend of both worlds. The bright blue body with flecks of electric green and grey absolutely will draw some attention in a more subdued way. This polo is very soft and stretchy, providing long-lasting comfort and style.

Rhoback – The Mulligan

Rhoback and comfort have become synonymous, almost like peanut butter and jelly. (Sorry, that was lame. Back to the focus at hand!) The mulligan polo features a breathable fabric built for activity in a wrinkle-free design. Four-way stretch moves with you while a structured collar never loses its shape so you stay looking sharp. This polo looks great tucked and untucked so you’ll be prepared for a round of golf or date night whenever you slip it on.

Under Armour Playoff 3.0 Printed Polo

You can’t write an article about performance polos and comfort and not include Under Armour’s Playoff 3.0 polo. Featuring four-way stretch fabric that wicks moisture away to keep you cool and dry, this polo is built for all-day comfort. Anti-pick, anti-pill fabric ensures you’ll always be looking your best no matter the occasion.

Avalon Golf Co. Luxe Polo

When it comes to blending performance, looks and comfort, not many brands do it as well as Avalon Golf Co. The Luxe polo is one of their newest offerings and features a buttery-soft material and knit collar so you’ll be ready to take on the course or a night out on the town while looking your best. This is one of the most comfortable polos I’ve worn and I highly suggest giving it a look!

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