Cleveland Golf Launches New Products for Fall 2K8
Posted in Bag Drop on October 15th, 2008 (12 hours ago) 1 Comment »
The folks at Cleveland golf have some new goodies for you to check out.
Posted in Bag Drop on October 15th, 2008 (12 hours ago) 1 Comment »
The folks at Cleveland golf have some new goodies for you to check out.
Posted in Bag Drop on October 7th, 2008 No Comments »
Smaller blades, smaller driver heads and TaylorMade gets into the pre-owned club game.
Posted in Bag Drop on September 30th, 2008 3 Comments »
Mizuno Golf offers up some new irons as an early holiday present for you.
Posted in Bag Drop on September 23rd, 2008 10 Comments »
A few random thoughts on golf equipment - from rust on wedges to hybrids to golf balls and the practice range.
Posted in Bag Drop on September 16th, 2008 1 Comment »
Save the planet and buy some eco-friendly golf balls. Or at least walk instead of taking a cart.
Posted in Bag Drop on September 11th, 2008 2 Comments »
Join me as we take a look at the equipment behind the Newport Cup 2K8.
Posted in Bag Drop on September 2nd, 2008 8 Comments »
TaylorMade has come out with everything but the kitchen sink.
Posted in Bag Drop on August 26th, 2008 7 Comments »
Have you spent anytime thinking about your golf towel lately? You should.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on August 19th, 2008 23 Comments »
A sneak peek at Bob Vokey's most extensive line of wedges to date and some new flatsticks from Scotty Cameron.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on August 12th, 2008 27 Comments »
Titleist is set to replace every driver, fairway wood, hybrid, and wedge and is also adding four putters this fall. Get in and buckle up.
Posted in Bag Drop on August 5th, 2008 10 Comments »
Flying with your golf clubs doesn't have to be a big pain if you have the right equipment.
Posted in Bag Drop on July 22nd, 2008 5 Comments »
TaylorMade adds some fairway woods and hybrids to their Burner line.
Posted in Bag Drop on July 8th, 2008 5 Comments »
The Titleist SureFit interchangeable fitting cart has more options than a Swiss Army knife.
Posted in Bag Drop on July 2nd, 2008 2 Comments »
The Bag Drop asks you to be careful with your sparklers this weekend.
Posted in Bag Drop on June 24th, 2008 No Comments »
Bag Drop goes all over the world to find you some equipment news.
Posted in Bag Drop on June 17th, 2008 3 Comments »
Adams Golf offers a new blended irons set and hybrids for the better player and incorporates some of the coolest headcovers going.
Posted in Bag Drop on June 10th, 2008 1 Comment »
Bob Vokey has hit the big time. He finally has his own website.
Posted in Accessories, Bag Drop, Reviews, Throwing Darts on May 20th, 2008 17 Comments »
It's been an up-and-down year for David Jones since winning Fore Inventors Only, but we think it's ended on a definite "up."
Posted in Bag Drop on April 29th, 2008 20 Comments »
Forget getting a GPS for your car. Get one for your golf game.
Posted in Bag Drop on April 22nd, 2008 4 Comments »
Knowing the distance to the flag is vitally important to help you score better in golf. In my case, so is knowing the distance to the nearest out-of-bounds.
Posted in Bag Drop on April 15th, 2008 5 Comments »
Clicgear USA comes out with version 2.0 of an already impressive push cart.
Posted in Bag Drop on April 8th, 2008 1 Comment »
Bag Drop goes all over the map this week to get you some equipment news.
Posted in Bag Drop on April 1st, 2008 12 Comments »
Think Cobra Golf doesn't have irons for you better golfers? Think again.
Posted in Bag Drop on March 25th, 2008 17 Comments »
MacGregor Golf goes back to some classic styling and releases some fine looking clubs in their MT line.
Posted in Bag Drop on March 18th, 2008 No Comments »
Spring is right around the corner! Are you ready for some golf?
Posted in Bag Drop on March 11th, 2008 17 Comments »
TaylorMade has a new driver with 1,071 sets of different launch conditions to choose from. Ouch, my head is starting to hurt.
Posted in Bag Drop on March 4th, 2008 9 Comments »
TaylorMade comes out with a spider for a putter. Don't be scared, its a cool spider.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on February 19th, 2008 14 Comments »
With the ClubGlider, you can roll through the airport in style and save your back in the process.
Posted in Bag Drop on February 12th, 2008 7 Comments »
Cleveland Golf comes out with a new sweet spot for their HiBore.
Posted in Bag Drop on February 5th, 2008 2 Comments »
Cleveland Golf cans the insert and goes milled for 2008.
Posted in Bag Drop on January 29th, 2008 10 Comments »
Tour Edge would like to add some magnesium to your golfing diet.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on January 22nd, 2008 26 Comments »
You like options for your putter? Then you are going to love the new Studio Select line from Scotty Cameron.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on January 15th, 2008 64 Comments »
Titleist goes high tech with their AP line yet stays traditional with the Z.
Posted in Bag Drop on January 8th, 2008 10 Comments »
Odyssey Golf gets the award for scariest looking putter in 2008.
Posted in Bag Drop on December 18th, 2007 11 Comments »
Callaway rolls out the technology red carpet for their new offerings in 2008.
Posted in Bag Drop on December 12th, 2007 17 Comments »
TaylorMade is ringing in the new year with some new LDP.
Posted in Bag Drop on December 4th, 2007 34 Comments »
Adams is offering a new long driver. How long? Ask the Long Drivers of America.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on November 27th, 2007 2 Comments »
Just how hot is that driver in your bag?
Posted in Bag Drop on November 13th, 2007 19 Comments »
Nike is using some fancy engineering to help you drain more putts.
Posted in Bag Drop on November 7th, 2007 11 Comments »
Sumo technology has left the tee box. And I’m not sure yet if this is a good thing or not.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on November 2nd, 2007 18 Comments »
Dude! Where's my golf company?
Posted in Bag Drop on October 30th, 2007 7 Comments »
Cobra's UFi irons are like dating Angelina Jolie. Easy on the eyes, but without the attitude when you come home late smelling like cigars and booze.
Posted in Bag Drop on October 23rd, 2007 13 Comments »
Hot on the heels of the CG12, the "better player's" wedge, Cleveland is releasing the CG14 for the rest of us.
Posted in Bag Drop on October 16th, 2007 14 Comments »
I think Cobra and TaylorMade are trying to make it easier to dial in your golf game than it is to find a Friday night keg party at a college campus.
Posted in Bag Drop on October 14th, 2007 17 Comments »
A little karma goes a long way. Or at least that's Nike's claim.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on October 10th, 2007 13 Comments »
I don't think Mizuno is introducing a new line of ball mark repair tools, but perhaps I just missed the press release for them somewhere!
Posted in Bag Drop on September 24th, 2007 15 Comments »
Guess which golf ball brand is number two behind Titleist. It's Pinnacle, another Achusnet company. Here they come with five new models to choose from.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on September 10th, 2007 10 Comments »
An extension of the original and very popular Red X line, the new models lose the insert but gain a new finish, sight line, graphics, and, with the X5, a new neck.
Posted in Bag Drop on August 27th, 2007 9 Comments »
TaylorMade rolls out three new ways to "bomb away."
Posted in Bag Drop on August 13th, 2007 42 Comments »
The last time anyone released this many new clubs they were named "TaylorMade" and it had been two months since their last new product release.
Posted in Bag Drop on July 24th, 2007 3 Comments »
Golf Designers Against Distance (GDAD) members are not going to like this at all.
Posted in Bag Drop on July 16th, 2007 5 Comments »
Want to turn your fiddle of a golf club into a Stradivarius? Here's another round of trivial tweaks that, if nothing else, may shave a decimal off your scoring average.
Posted in Bag Drop on July 9th, 2007 8 Comments »
Sometimes the devil is in the details. Here are some often-overlooked equipment specifications that can make a big difference in how a club feels and performs.
Posted in Bag Drop on July 2nd, 2007 11 Comments »
Following what clearly has become an industry trend, Cobra is introducing a fully integrated set of irons that include utilities, hybrid irons, and cavity back irons.
Posted in Bag Drop on June 25th, 2007 7 Comments »
With hybrids now well recognized as effective replacements for long irons the questions become how many and which ones to carry. Here's one answer.
Posted in Bag Drop on June 18th, 2007 8 Comments »
Players preparing for this year's U.S. Open made a rush on the equipment vans to come up with wedges with little bounce and fresh grooves. Here's why.
Posted in Bag Drop on June 11th, 2007 3 Comments »
When Payne Stewart died, so did interest in the putter he used to win the 1999 U.S. Open. With new owners and another major win, SeeMore is news again.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on June 4th, 2007 1 Comment »
The U.S. Open coming up next week is the signal that it's time to start thinking about Father's Day. Here's a rundown on some nifty items that caught my eye.
Posted in Bag Drop on May 21st, 2007 12 Comments »
There's more than one way to walk the course. You can be caddied, you can carry, you can drag. But when push comes to shove, this may be your solution.
Posted in Bag Drop on May 14th, 2007 10 Comments »
Legs and double straps are indeed convenient. But it seems to me the current crop of carry bags has become a little bloated. Maybe it's time to reconsider light.
Posted in Bag Drop on May 7th, 2007 5 Comments »
Interchangeable faces and adjustable weights will give players a lot of options in achieving the feel they prefer for different green speeds and conditions.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on April 30th, 2007 18 Comments »
We kick off a weeklong chorus at The Sand Trap to speed up the game with some equipment, gadgets, and tricks that'll help you break the four-hour barrier.
Posted in Bag Drop on April 23rd, 2007 2 Comments »
Over the past year we've covered a lot of different equipment topics. How much were you paying attention?
Posted in Bag Drop on April 16th, 2007 4 Comments »
In the last few years custom club fitting has revolutionized the way players can match their sticks to their game. Now the same seems on the way for balls.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on April 9th, 2007 12 Comments »
The last 20 years have witnessed a sea change in golf equipment performance. Today we have more and better choices than ever. But is all that a good thing?
Posted in Bag Drop on April 2nd, 2007 15 Comments »
Hillerich and Bradsby, the longest running family owned sports equipment company in the world, resurrects one of the most revered brand names in golf.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on March 26th, 2007 13 Comments »
Length, lie and head weight are the putter specifications most think of when it comes time to choose a putter. But loft is more critical than you might imagine.
Posted in Bag Drop on March 19th, 2007 10 Comments »
Introduced last year, the Circa 62 putters were a big hit. This season brings a new model along with a new finish, color scheme, and headcover. Huzzah!
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on March 12th, 2007 10 Comments »
With many new drivers coming out now, Titleist adds to the mix with their 907D1 and 907D2 models. These are seriously good clubs for seriously good players.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on March 5th, 2007 10 Comments »
In the spirit of the proposed equipment rule changes to grooves and adjustability, I offer up my own proposals for change. Hey, some may even make more sense.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on February 26th, 2007 26 Comments »
Ever since the Ping debacle in the 1980s, the USGA has kept a wary eye out for lawyers as they've tiptoed around equipment rules changes. Here they go again.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on February 19th, 2007 8 Comments »
Here comes the next generation of top line golf balls from the industry leader.
Posted in Bag Drop on February 12th, 2007 3 Comments »
Contrary to some opinions, MOI doesn't stand for "Mighty Odd Implement." It means "Moment of Inertia" and Adams has joined the race to deliver more of it.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on February 5th, 2007 17 Comments »
With the 460cc limit on head volume now routine in drivers, the next frontier is MOI or "moment of inertia." It would seem TaylorMade now leads the race.
Posted in Bag Drop on January 29th, 2007 23 Comments »
The fifth generation of Callaway X-Series irons is now showing up in stores and pro shops and bringing with it a new name and new look for the player's version.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on January 22nd, 2007 6 Comments »
For those of us who find putting a mysterious, elusive art, here's a gizmo that can separate fact from feel to tell you exactly why you're missing all those putts.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on January 15th, 2007 22 Comments »
The Cameron Detour putters created quite a stir with their revolutionary arced sightline. Now Scotty is applying the concept to traditionally shaped heads.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on January 8th, 2007 21 Comments »
No other club category is as competitive as drivers with new head shapes all the rage. Cleveland's newest entries refine its unusual and original HiBore model.
Posted in Bag Drop on December 11th, 2006 1 Comment »
With a limit on driver head volume, it appears the next frontier is increasing MOI (moment of inertia, or resistance to twisting). Tour Edge now joins the fray.
Posted in Bag Drop on December 4th, 2006 No Comments »
Other than perhaps rolling a cart over, the greatest danger on a golf course is lightning. If you've ever witnessed a strike, you know the risk is real and deadly.
Posted in Bag Drop on November 27th, 2006 4 Comments »
A new line of milled stainless steel putters has been introduced that updates classic Ping designs with the precision and feel of a one-piece milled head.
Posted in Bag Drop on November 20th, 2006 2 Comments »
In the slow growing golf market, the relationship between manufacturers and retailers has become almost adversarial. Will Callaway's recent move calm the waters or fan the flames?
Posted in Bag Drop on November 13th, 2006 7 Comments »
With winter fast approaching, it's time to start thinking about packing up and heading for warmer climes. Here are some ideas to make a golf trip easier.
Posted in Bag Drop on November 6th, 2006 10 Comments »
Golf clubs have changed. Product life cycle is measured in months. Beauty gives way to bizarre. Technology trumps tradition. And I've fallen out of love.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on October 30th, 2006 23 Comments »
Pictures and details have emerged on new drivers that beg the question "is it hip to be square?" But one maker is hedging its bet with a more conventional looking club as well.
Posted in Bag Drop on October 23rd, 2006 3 Comments »
You've heard of the Darrell Survey that counts clubs on the pro tours. Well, here's the Waddell Survey from the recently completed Newport Cup.
Posted in Bag Drop on October 16th, 2006 2 Comments »
Smaller club manufacturers like Adams Golf are leading us toward what could be the next sea change in golf equipment.
Posted in Bag Drop on October 9th, 2006 134 Comments »
The current most popular GPS-based rangefinder is growing into a full-fledged product line to give golfers more choices in price, capability, and size.
Posted in Bag Drop on October 2nd, 2006 4 Comments »
Sometimes a clever idea solves more than one problem. The belts from Green Friendly Golf not only hold up your pants and look good doing it, they make fixing ball marks and even marking your ball a lot more convenient.
Posted in Bag Drop on September 25th, 2006 8 Comments »
Remember when your mother taught you how to tie your shoes? Well, with FootJoy's latest model, you can forget it. You twist instead of tie.
Posted in Bag Drop on September 18th, 2006 1 Comment »
Playing in rain is one of golf's inherent challenges. Unless there's lightning around, braving the elements can be fun if you've got the right stuff.
Posted in Bag Drop on September 11th, 2006 9 Comments »
TaylorMade continues their aggressive succession of new product rollouts with the launch of a new line of cavity back irons and a new finish on a wedge.
Posted in Bag Drop on August 28th, 2006 1 Comment »
As hybrid clubs find their way into the bags of better golfers, manufacturers like Adams are responding with models specifically designed for the stronger player.
Posted in Bag Drop on August 21st, 2006 4 Comments »
It used to be the only variables to consider were grip size, shaft flex, length, and lie. Now technology has pushed fitting into whole new realms. If you're serious about golf, it's time to get serious about getting fit
Posted in Bag Drop on August 14th, 2006 5 Comments »
No two golfers or golf swings are identical. Thus buying clubs off the rack with standard specifications is something of a crapshoot. If you've never had clubs fitted, here's what you should be looking at.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on August 7th, 2006 No Comments »
The Titleist brand has long been aimed at the better player. Their new lineup of scoring clubs definitely builds on that strategy with clubs specifically designed for the low handicapper.
Posted in Bag Drop on July 31st, 2006 10 Comments »
One of the easiest ways to give a putter a new feel and maybe a new lease on life is to change the grip. Doing so doesn't have to be a permanent commitment if you can save the old one.
Posted in Bag Drop on July 24th, 2006 5 Comments »
The sun's effect on your body is no joking manner. Your skin and even your eyes are at risk. Here are some products that should be part of your routine and in your bag.
Posted in Bag Drop on July 17th, 2006 No Comments »
Don't look now, but 1 and 2 irons have gone the way of persimmon heads. And 3 and 4 irons don't look too safe either. Here's a quick run down on four of the newest hybrids vying for a spot in your bag.
Posted in Bag Drop on July 10th, 2006 12 Comments »
Given ever emerging new rules governing golf club design, it's become rarer to see a true innovation that creates a sea change in the way golf is played. Here's a look back at some clubs that did leave a lasting impression.
Posted in Bag Drop on June 26th, 2006 17 Comments »
After a premature introduction at the 2004 PGA Merchandise Show and two more years in development, Ogio says they finally got it right. You be the judge.
Posted in Bag Drop on June 19th, 2006 19 Comments »
Working on the premise that no two shafts are created equal, a relatively new tuning method seeks to deliver consistent feel, flex and performance throughout a set of clubs.
Posted in Bag Drop on June 12th, 2006 7 Comments »
Like a Boy Scout, a serious golfer needs to be prepared. Here's a look at some necessities and some nice-to-haves.
Posted in Bag Drop on June 5th, 2006 No Comments »
Father's Day gift giving doesn't have to be a chore if your dad's a golfer. A little web surfing can produce some unique ideas.
Posted in Bag Drop on May 29th, 2006 8 Comments »
Headcovers do more than keep your woods from scratching up and banging around. They tell the world a lot about yourself.
Posted in Bag Drop on May 22nd, 2006 3 Comments »
With the introduction of its Optica SL putter, Cobra Golf hopes its future's so bright you'll have to wear shades.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on May 15th, 2006 No Comments »
That Etonic is back in the golf shoe game in a big way can only be beneficial for many players. After all, if the shoe fits…
Posted in Bag Drop on May 8th, 2006 6 Comments »
In an era of increasingly strange looking high tech woods, Bobby Jones Golf and Jesse Ortiz are delivering the latest technology in a package that harkens to the sweet shape of persimmon.
Posted in Bag Drop on May 1st, 2006 No Comments »
Grips are becoming as diverse and specialized as golf shafts. Do yourself a favor and scout out the grip that's truly best for you and your game.
Posted in Bag Drop on April 24th, 2006 4 Comments »
Practice balls have always had their limitations. But the Birdie Ball addresses the key issues of realistic flight, great feel, and limited distance. It's worth a try.
Posted in Bag Drop on April 17th, 2006 5 Comments »
Distance measuring devices are now legal if all they do is measure yardage. So what are some options?
Posted in Bag Drop on April 10th, 2006 5 Comments »
A giant Japanese ball and equipment maker with a strong following in Asia and the Europe begins to make its presence felt in the U.S.
Posted in Bag Drop, Balls, Hot Topics on April 2nd, 2006 20 Comments »
TaylorMade's new TP Red and TP Black golf balls are the latest premium balls to hit the market, and they feature some unique technology.
Posted in Bag Drop on March 27th, 2006 2 Comments »
After years of downward-trending driver prices, the cost of getting the hottest drivers is growing bigger.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on March 20th, 2006 No Comments »
As the owner of GolfGods.com, Jason Mischel has learned the that golf business isn't easy, but it is fun.
Posted in Bag Drop on March 13th, 2006 No Comments »
If you've been waiting for Titleist to drop some new forged irons, your wait is over.
Posted in Bag Drop on March 6th, 2006 1 Comment »
Titleist and Callaway officially unveiled their new drivers the past week, so we're happy to talk about them.
Posted in Bag Drop on February 27th, 2006 No Comments »
Cobra's return to tour prominence is getting a boost from some hot young players.
Posted in Bag Drop on February 20th, 2006 2 Comments »
Titleist has fired back at Callaway's golf ball patent infringement suit.
Posted in Bag Drop on February 13th, 2006 4 Comments »
Cleveland Golf's flagship product for 2006 is the just-introduced HiBore driver, but the company has plenty of other new products coming to market.
Posted in Bag Drop on February 6th, 2006 1 Comment »
What do Nickent and Tour Edge need to do to join the biggest players in the equipment business?
Posted in Bag Drop, Clubs on January 31st, 2006 2 Comments »
Sonartec, Nickent, and Odyssey all brought new products to the market at the PGA Merchandise Show.
Posted in Bag Drop on January 29th, 2006 No Comments »
The 2006 PGA Merchandise Show closed Sunday, leaving behind plenty of equipment news and notes.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on January 23rd, 2006 No Comments »
The PGA Merchandise Show may not be what it once was, but it is still the greatest (golf) show on earth.
Posted in Bag Drop on January 17th, 2006 6 Comments »
David Toms and Vijay Singh are leading a charge for Cleveland Golf, while Lee Janzen may have (another) new equipment home.
Posted in Bag Drop on January 10th, 2006 No Comments »