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Scotty Cameron is releasing 10 new Phantom putter models in 2024.All putters are milled, multi-material designs.Pricing is $449 for the standard models and $499 for the Phantom 11 Long Design. The Phantom 5, Phantom 7 and Phantom 9 models in stores March 29, with the Phantom 11 models arriving May 17.

Scotty Cameron is releasing new Phantom mallets in 2024. The official number is 10. However, that total comes from four new Phantom head shapes and their various neck options.

Changing the neck on a putter does essentially change it into a different-looking and -playing putter. As such, I agree with Mr. Cameron’s model count.  I only bring this up because I didn’t want any Cameron fans to end up disappointed when they didn’t see 10 unique head shapes.

The new Phantom models are a combination of old and new. On one end of the spectrum, the Phantom 5 and Phantom 7 models feature new angles in the metal but are quite similar to previous versions. In contrast, the new Phantom 9 and Phantom 11 models are complete departures from previous models. Side by side, you’d likely not guess those two would have the same names as previous versions.

Overall, there is quite a bit to unpack here. To get us started, let’s see what Scotty has to say about the new Phantom line.

2024 Scotty Cameron Phantom Putter Technology: Multi-Material Construction

Like their Phantom putter predecessors, the 2024 Scotty Cameron Phantom putters are multi-material in construction. All of the faces are 303 stainless steel. All models also feature 6061 aircraft aluminum sole plates and flanges of various sizes.

With input by Jason Day & his mental coach, Bridgestone Golf introduces Mindset visual tech to help golfers focus on the most important shots

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COBRA Golf announces new 3D PRINTED and Vintage putter models.The COBRA 3D PRINTED line features innovative 3D-printed construction.Pricing is $349 for 3D PR models and $249 for the Vintage series.Available for pre-order now and in shops Feb. 23.

COBRA has updated their 3D PRINTED and Vintage putters for 2024 and that brings up a key question. 

Why doesn’t COBRA have more of a presence in the putter market?

Is it brand awareness? Lack of Tour play? I have no idea. That said, I do think that COBRA putters have as much to offer as other putters from the big-name companies. COBRA putters have technologies to help golfers putt better and the large model cohort is diverse enough that matching a putter to the individual should not be an issue.

Bottom line: COBRA makes good putters. The COBRA 3D-printed King Grandsport 35 was the Most Wanted Blade in 2022, literally performing better than the blade putters from all other manufacturers. In 2023, it didn’t repeat the victory but still placed fifth overall out of 27 putters.

Though the success of the Grandsport 35 was not repeated throughout the rest of their lineup, the success does tell me that COBRA engineers know how to make putters. Perhaps this new release will be the one that pushes COBRA 3D PRINTED and Vintage putters into the foreground where all usual indicators say they should be.

Cobra is pushing putter technology forward with their new 3D printed line, while still offering classic styling with their vintage option.

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Scotty Cameron's Phantom line underwent an extensive makeover for 2024. These are the 5 most important changes.

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Is it permissible to put an oversized, driving range-style tee into play during an actual round? Rules Guy has the answer.

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During a week in which Rory McIlroy reigned, and an amateur conquered the pros, the rift in the sport was on full display.

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Amateur golfer Nick Dunlap, fresh off his PGA Tour victory, will not play in the event at Torrey Pines this week so he can mull his professional future.

Lowering your golf handicap is a common goal among golfers, indicating an improvement in skill and consistency. Here are some strategies and tips to help you lower your handicap:

1. Quality Practice: Focus on deliberate practice rather than just hitting balls. Spend time on specific areas of your game, particularly those that are weaknesses. Utilize practice facilities to work on driving, chipping, and putting.

2. Take Lessons: A professional golf instructor can provide invaluable advice tailored to your specific needs. They can identify and help correct flaws in your swing, stance, grip, and overall approach.

3. Improve Your Short Game: Many strokes can be saved around the green. Spend more time practicing putting and chipping. These shots make up a significant portion of your game.

4. Course Management: Learn to play smarter, not just harder. This includes understanding when to take risks and when to play conservatively, choosing the right club for the situation, and knowing how to read the course and conditions.

Rory McIlroy finds himself in contention at the Dubai Desert Classic after carding a 9-under 63 on Saturday to pull within 2 shots of leader Cameron Young after three rounds of play.

Testers Wanted!

Callaway has come a long way with their golf balls in recent years, putting a focus on quality and overall improvement throughout their entire line. During the 2023 MyGolfSpy Golf Ball Test, the Callaway Chrome Soft X was in the top three for high swing speed golfers looking for a high-spin golf ball and was a good fit for those looking to lower their ball flight. The Chrome Soft X was rated as one of the fastest balls for high-speed players.

It was not just in high-speed testing that various Callaway golf balls performed well. The Chrome Soft was recognized as an ideal choice in other categories for both low and mid swing speeds. Callaway was complimented for making great strides since the previous golf ball test.

There is a new ball coming from Callaway and we are looking for your feedback! 

While we cannot spill any details on what this golf ball is or how it may perform (we will leave that up to you), we are excited to get these into the hands of our testers!

Do you want to be a tester for this Callaway “white box” testing opportunity?

While 2024 has already blessed us with a ton of exciting new products, I for one, am just as excited about all of the great 2023 product going on sale.

I’ve got an eye for this sort of stuff, and I’m always on the hunt for the best deals in golf.

This one is up there with the best.

Right now you can snag the Best Spikeless Golf Shoe of 2023 for just $63.

Yep, you’re reading that right. For less than the cost of two-dozen golf balls you can buy one of the most comfortable, stable spikeless golf shoes on the market.

Sam Burns fired a career-low 61 to take a one-shot lead over Michael Kim and a two-shot lead on amateur Nick Dunlap after two rounds at The American Express.

Mexico's Omar Morales, a junior at UCLA, shot his second straight 1-under 69 on Friday to take a one-shot lead after two rounds of the Latin America Amateur Championship. A win would earn him a spot in the Masters, the U.S. Open and the British Open.

Amid ongoing talks with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and a slew of American sports owners, golfer Jordan Spieth says 2024 is "a big year" for the PGA Tour and its future plans.

Lydia Ko and Ayaka Furue took a share of the 36-hole lead entering the weekend at the LPGA Tour's season-opening Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions.

Jack Burke Jr., the winner of the 1956 Masters and PGA Championship, died on Jan. 19, 10 days before his 101st birthday.

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