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Yes, friends, it’s been a long, cold, lonely winter. If you live “up North,” it seems like years since it’s been clear. But the sun is coming.

And it’s alright.

It’s officially been spring for a little over a week now, and every spring men, women, boys and girls get their fancy turned.  And for golfers, that fancy turns to new gear. Specifically, a new driver.

There are three main reasons to buy a new driver. First, your current driver is at least five years old. In the half-decade since you last went driver shopping, OEMs have further refined their use of AI design and are getting good at minimizing distance loss when you miss the center of the face. Five years’ worth of technology is going to have tangible benefits.

The second reason to go driver shopping is, for whatever reason, your current driver doesn’t fit. Maybe it used to fit you, maybe it never did. But getting the wrong stick out of your hands and the right one into them can be a game changer.

It’s that time of year, campers. The Masters is less than a week away, so get ready for a slew of green, yellow and/or floral limited edition specials.

This year COBRA is kicking things off with the rather snappy-looking, Augusta-inspired and limited edition DARKSPEED SEASON OPENER driver. Season Opener, of course, in honor of the annual eastern Georgia get-together, which is the season-opening major.

For the record, it’s the same as COBRA’s non-Augusta-inspired, non-limited edition DARKSPEED driver, just with new, Augusta-inspired graphics.

It’s a busy design, but it does look pretty snappy. 

If you like azaleas, that is.

The face of the game is changing in the United States and Japan, the two countries leading the way in number of golfers.

Buoyed by the pandemic surge, the rise of golf entertainment venues and the emergence of golf streetwear brands, the post-pandemic golf wave continues to roll on, altering the landscape of the game in both places.

While COVID-19 has had a positive impact for golf in both countries, there are still key differences between the two when it comes to accessibility, pace of play, customs and other factors.

In this article, we’ll examine the similarities and differences between golf in the United States and ゴルフ (gorufu) in Japan.

Accessibility and Participation

There is no other country that offers as many opportunities to play golf than the United States. There were 15,963 golf courses across 13,963 golf facilities in the country at the end of 2023—surpassing the amount of Starbucks or McDonald’s locations in the country—according to the NGF.

Korda shot a 6-under 66 in the first round of the Ford Championship on Thursday, leaving her three shots back in a bid to become the first LPGA Tour player to win three straight starts in eight years.

Scottie Scheffler, bidding for a title in his third straight start, had his 28th consecutive round under par to start 2024, a 5-under 65 on Thursday that left him 1 shot behind Taylor Moore and Wilson Furr in the Houston Open.

The best putters in the world are smooth and connected throughout the stroke. Here's an easy drill to help you find that sensation.

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Baseball's Opening Day has us longing for golf's version. Here's everything you need to ensure your game is dialed for the season ahead.

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Pinehurst Resort announced the latest step of its evolution in "Pinehurst Sandmines," a 900-acre area that will serve as the home to No. 10.

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Four-time major champ Rory McIlroy shares the most common mistake he sees amateur golfers make, and reveals how to correct the issue.

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BOA fans, rejoice. FootJoy just figured out how to fit not one or two, but three BOA dials onto the new Tour Alpha Carbon.

But that isn’t the only innovation going on here. The new Tour Alpha Caron Triple BOA also features Carbitex OmniFlex, a new innovation in carbon fiber textiles. This flexible carbon fiber is integrated directly into the BOA fit straps to ensure maximum stability and added power transfer.

Tech Specs

Why BOA?

The real question, is why have three BOA dials? The answer here is fit. Having one BOA dial is nice, sure, but three in different sections of the shoe allow the wearer to customize the fit to their foot. Need more heel lockdown? Tighten the BOA on the back. Worried more about the lateral instep? Use the dial there to dial in your fit.

Where one BOA can be effective in creating a stable fit, three amplify and accentuate the BOA’s unique ability to lock you in and help you become one with your golf shoe.

Why Carbon?

Typically, we see carbon fiber used in shank plates (or torsional support plates) in golf shoes. In running shoes or training shoes like the PAYNTR X 001 Trainer, its purpose is to provide energy return and that spring-like effect runners are looking for.

Complete 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open Friday tee times for the second round, featuring Scottie Scheffler, Peter Malnati and more.

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Prior to his comeback earlier this month, Anthony Kim hadn’t played professional golf since May 2012. 

A dozen years is a lengthy stretch of time regardless of context, but this particular dozen-year stretch felt even longer from a golf context. 

We were reminded of that when it came to light that Kim only recently learned how to use a TrackMan, launch monitors that have been ubiquitous in the pro game (and beyond) for many years now. 

It got us thinking about all the ways golf has changed since 2012—because there have been some dramatic shifts in all areas of the game since that time. 

There is no way to capture every part of the evolution, so feel free to add your own thoughts in the comments. 

How often do you think about golf shoes? I’m willing to be that the answer is “not enough.”

Look, I’m not suggesting you should obsess over golf shoes like I do. But you should put more thought into your choice in golf footwear.

Let me explain.

Golf shoes are more important than you know. They are, of course, one of the few pieces of equipment you use on every shot. Every shot, every hill, every putt can be made easier or harder due to your golf shoes.

Picking up what I’m putting down? Golf shoes are important. Understanding the nuances of golf shoes (and product architecture) will improve your game. Welcome to Golf Shoe 101. In this piece, we’ll walk through the different types of golf shoes and give you some tips on where to buy them.

Chandler Phillips' most recent gear change at the Valspar Championship led him back to a component with a humorous backstory.

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Golf training aids offer instant feedback and a way to work on your golf swing without the help of a professional. Is that the best solution? As a golf professional, I can tell you that the best combination is a mix of golf training aids and the right teaching professional. I’ll show you which golfers do better with training aids vs. golf lessons.

What’s Better Golf Training Aids vs. Golf Lessons?

Golf lessons offer one-on-one attention with a professional who can help take strokes off of your golf game. However, the real benefit of golf lessons goes deeper than this. 

If you get a great golf teacher, they also become a coach. 

They care about your game, want you to succeed, and are excited for you when the scores start to drop. 

Golf training aids fill in the gaps. 

It’s that time of year again. 

With only two weeks left before the Masters starts, major championship season is nearly upon us. 

Sluggish TV ratings in 2024 have told a story that fans are tired of pro golf’s division. The continued fracturing has made the majors more valuable as players on the PGA Tour and LIV Golf only come together four times a year. 

As it did last year, that divide has created a sense of mystery heading into the four most important events. We have a lot of context on the PGA Tour side, but not as much for LIV. 

We know the best golfer in the world is Scottie Scheffler—the only real debate to be had is how dominant he can be during a run of historically strong ballstriking. 

Boasting small carry deltas across the entire face, this iron is worth testing consideration for golfers struggling with impact consistency.

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What's the best hole on the front nine at Augusta National Golf Club? We asked our expert teachers. Here's what they said.

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How to watch the 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open on Thursday, including full Thursday TV coverage, streaming info and more.

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