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Last month, when Rory McIlroy finally captured an elusive green jacket, one part of his gear was completely homemade by a self-described “nobody” living on Long Island in New York State.

That piece of equipment was a ball marker from Golf Life Metals. Not a perfectly manufactured one you would find in pro shops but a marker with an unrefined character that can be personalized.

In McIlroy’s case, his ball marker had a quote from his daughter, Poppy.

“You already know how to play golf,” one side of the copper coin reads. As Rory explains, that is what Poppy said to him one day when she learned he was working with a swing coach.

How did one of the game’s best golfers end up with a ball marker from a financial planner in New York?

In 2025, new fairway woods are following in the footsteps of the latest drivers, at least when it comes to price, with many new models retailing for $350 or more. But don’t fret: there is some good news. Thanks to a strong used market, some of the best fairway woods from recent MyGolfSpy testing are now available used for less than $150.

The four picks below all appeared in our Most Wanted testing in either 2023 or 2024. They performed at a high level for distance, accuracy and forgiveness. Most importantly for thrifty golfers, they won’t wreck your gear budget. Let’s take a closer look.

Wilson Dynapower

The Wilson Dynapower ranked first overall in our 2023 Most Wanted Fairway Wood test. It was second in accuracy, seventh in distance and inside the top 10 for ball speed. While forgiveness was just average, the performance from the fairway and off the tee makes it a standout.

Wilson continues to fly under the radar when it comes to woods which is part of the reason you can find this club used for under $130 in good condition and closer to $100 in average condition. For golfers who want premium performance without the brand-name markup, this is an easy recommendation.

COBRA LTDx

The COBRA LTDx was the top-ranked fairway wood in 2022 and backed that up with a strong showing again in 2023, where it finished fourth overall. It ranked fourth in accuracy, 10th in distance and 12th in forgiveness. It’s a very balanced option.

One of the things that sets PGA Tour pros apart from amateur players is their creativity around the greens. They have “tricks” up their sleeve that most amateur players do not. Let’s look at some of these tricks that Wyndham Clark shared during a practice round at Oak Hill CC in Rochester, N.Y., a few years back.

Use the bunker to your advantage

Sometimes, hitting an approach shot in a bunker is a good thing.

Bunkers can give you more control over your short shots than when you hit out of the thick rough. Get good at hitting a high-lofted bunker shot that lands softly on the green and then you’ll have an easier time getting aggressive from the fairway.

Learn three shots from the sand

While we are on the topic of the sand, you may as well learn more than one shot when hitting out of a sand trap. Sticking with the same shot from the bunker every time is like trying to hit all chips and pitches the same way. It just doesn’t work.

Clark encourages players to learn these three shots:

This edition of Deals of the Week features gear from Callaway and Bushnell through the PGA TOUR Superstore. Whether you’re looking to save on a new driver, some shoes or even lessons, we’ve got your back.

Check them out below and let us help you take your game to the next level.

Save on lessons

For a limited time, save $50 when you purchase a six-pack of lessons from the PGA TOUR Superstore. You’ll begin with an assessment with a certified instructor so that a training plan can be tailored to your swing and improve your game. With technology like Foresight launch monitors and V1 Sports video analysis, you’ll be able to determine exactly what you need to work on to shoot lower scores.

Bushnell Tour V6 Shift Rangefinder

Give your dad the gift of exact yardages this year for Father’s Day with the V6 Shift rangefinder from Bushnell. Patented Tour-trusted slope technology gives you the most precise slope-compensated distances and is utilized by 99 percent of PGA Tour pros. Pair it with the Bushnell golf app to unlock hole layouts, 3D flyovers and wireless course updates.

Callaway OPUS Wedges

Now until June 30, save up to $30 on Callaway OPUS wedges. An all-new Spin Gen Face Technology is used to bring together three elements of spin for great control around the greens. A variety of grind and bounce options ensures you’ll find the right clubs for your game in one of three finishes: brushed chrome, black shadow and platinum blue

Clicgear Pushcarts, a leading manufacturer of golf pushcarts, is being sold to GT Golf Supply of Vista, Calif.

GT Golf Supply is the largest wholesale distributor of golf course and driving range supplies and golf accessories in the U.S. It has also been the exclusive distributor of Clicgear pushcarts in the U.S. and Mexico since 2016. It’s buying global distribution rights and all associated intellectual property from the Hong Kong-based Clicgear Industrial Design, Ltd.

“Clicgear has led the way in the golf pushcart market,” GT Golf Supply CEO Steven McArthur said in a prepared statement. “We’re excited to bring its brand and intellectual property into the GT Golf family. We have bold new products in the works that we can’t wait to deliver to our loyal customers around the globe.”

The Clicgear 4.0 copped Editors Choice in MyGolfSpy’s 2024 puschart testing. The four-wheeled Clicgear 8.0+ was named most stable.

What does it mean?

As mentioned, GT Golf Supply has been Clicgear’s exclusive distributor since 2016. In 2023, it acquired a key competitor, ProActive Sports of Canby, Ore. ProActive had previously been Clicgear’s exclusive distributor for the U.S. and Mexico.

When it comes to golf gadgets and gear, if they don’t actually benefit your game, there’s no point in buying them. I’ve had my share of purchases that didn’t quite do what I expected them to and it’s downright annoying. These products, though, actually have a positive impact on your game (I own a handful of them). Check them out and see which ones you can add to your arsenal

Caddy Splash Golf Club Brush Pro

The Caddy Splash golf club brush pro is an upgrade from the OG Caddy Splash, featuring a push button to release water instead of having to squeeze a bottle. It releases through the center of the brush, allowing you to scrub away dirt and grime to keep your grooves fresh. A retractable clip keeps the brush within reach when you need it and out of the way when you don’t.

Rechargeable Hand Warmers

I know cold golf days are (hopefully) gone for a while but grabbing some hand warmers for when the temps drop in the fall is never a bad idea. We golf as long as the course stays open in Wisconsin and those late fall rounds can get cold. If you’re in a cold climate snag a set now. You’ll thank me later.

Red Rooster Glove Compartment

Gone are the days of wadding up your golf gloves and tossing them into your bag. Prolong the life of that glove by storing it in the Red Rooster glove compartment. It is the perfect accessory to keep your gloves stored flat and dry while not in use and a great spot to keep your phone and keys while on the course. An external Velcro patch allows you to hang your glove from it between shots.

DESERT FOX GOLF Phone Caddy

This phone caddie from DESERT FOX GOLF is the perfect accessory for all the riders out there. Keep your phone within reach instead of sliding around the cart storage compartment. It adjusts to accommodate phones of nearly all sizes and is a great way to keep it handy during the round. As a bonus, you’ll have quick access to yardages displayed on your phone during the round if you use an app to track your stats.

Callaway’s Elyte series set out to make a bold impression for 2025. Featuring upgraded materials, a smarter clubface design and subtle but purposeful refinements to shaping and turf interaction, the Elyte driver and fairway wood lineup was positioned to challenge both longtime Callaway fans and loyalists of other brands. The MyGolfSpy Forum provided the perfect platform for real golfers to test these clubs in real conditions, giving honest feedback from fitting to final verdict.

Forum testers included Bad Golfer, slash25rc, BreakfastBall15 and Parshooter36. With a mix of swing speeds, handicaps and playing styles, their feedback provides a comprehensive look at how the Elyte clubs performed on the course, on launch monitors and in the hands of everyday golfers.

Key highlights

Testers across all handicap levels saw gains in forgiveness, ball speed and consistency compared to their current setups.
The Step Sole design on fairway woods stood out as a key technology helping with cleaner turf interaction.
10X Ai Smart Face performed well on off-center strikes, particularly on toe and low-face contact.
Confidence at address was consistently praised, aided by the Elyte’s clean lines and shaping.
The clubs offered strong distance improvements off the tee and from the turf.
Several testers noted small challenges with delivery or shaft pairing but these did not detract from overall performance.
Clubs showed consistent playability across different conditions including wind, wet grass and firm lies.
Players noted enhanced gapping control and smoother transition across the long-game setup.

Testers’ experience and performance insights

Fitting and first impressions

Each tester was custom fitted, either in person using Trackman or through other professional fitters. They received their clubs configured for their specific needs while staying with stock or non-upcharge options. The most common reaction upon unboxing was surprise at how good the clubs looked. Several testers who were not previous Callaway fans admitted their expectations were exceeded.

Bad Golfer said the Triple Diamond driver featured a “stunning glossy crown” and looked as good as anything he had tested.
slash25rc noted the difference in feel at impact with the 10X Ai Smart Face, calling the response “more springy and powerful than I expected.”
BreakfastBall15 described the driver face as “softer than my gamer,” leading to immediate confidence after just a few swings.
Parshooter36, a self-described non-Callaway player, found the clubs far more appealing in hand: “I’ve never been a Callaway guy, but these impressed me visually and acoustically.”

Visual confidence played a significant role. The matte crown finish helped reduce glare and subtle shaping at address gave players a sense of alignment and control. Testers who had previously struggled with driver visuals found the Elyte easier to align and square up.

Distance and launch monitor data

Launch monitor numbers revealed clear improvements across carry distance, launch angle, spin rate and dispersion. Testers measured gains indoors and outdoors, often over several testing sessions.

Angel Yin started experimenting with a new putter about a month ago and decided to use it in a tournament for the first time at the most prestigious event in women's golf.

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Ben Griffin resumed the great play that brought him his first individual PGA Tour victory last week, hitting two shots in the water and still posting a 7-under 65 on Thursday in the Memorial on a course with rough as dense as a U.S. Open.

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Jordan Spieth ignored his caddie's smart advice at the Memorial on Thursday and still made a birdie.

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Men’s Golf – Most Major Championship Wins

1. Jack Nicklaus – 18 Majors

• Masters: 6

• U.S. Open: 4

• The Open Championship: 3

• PGA Championship: 5

Nicklaus holds the all-time record for most men's major victories.

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