Forget getting a GPS for your car. Get one for your golf game.

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.

Clicgear USA comes out with version 2.0 of an already impressive push cart.

Bag Drop goes all over the map this week to get you some equipment news.

Think Cobra Golf doesn't have irons for you better golfers? Think again.

MacGregor Golf goes back to some classic styling and releases some fine looking clubs in their MT line.

Spring is right around the corner! Are you ready for some golf?

TaylorMade has a new driver with 1,071 sets of different launch conditions to choose from. Ouch, my head is starting to hurt.

TaylorMade comes out with a spider for a putter. Don't be scared, its a cool spider.

With the ClubGlider, you can roll through the airport in style and save your back in the process.

Cleveland Golf comes out with a new sweet spot for their HiBore.

Cleveland Golf cans the insert and goes milled for 2008.

Tour Edge would like to add some magnesium to your golfing diet.

You like options for your putter? Then you are going to love the new Studio Select line from Scotty Cameron.

Titleist goes high tech with their AP line yet stays traditional with the Z.

Odyssey Golf gets the award for scariest looking putter in 2008.

Callaway rolls out the technology red carpet for their new offerings in 2008.

TaylorMade is ringing in the new year with some new LDP.

Adams is offering a new long driver. How long? Ask the Long Drivers of America.

Just how hot is that driver in your bag?

Nike is using some fancy engineering to help you drain more putts.

Sumo technology has left the tee box. And I’m not sure yet if this is a good thing or not.

Dude! Where's my golf company?

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.

Hot on the heels of the CG12, the "better player's" wedge, Cleveland is releasing the CG14 for the rest of us.

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.

A little karma goes a long way. Or at least that's Nike's claim.

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!

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.

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.

TaylorMade rolls out three new ways to "bomb away."

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.

Golf Designers Against Distance (GDAD) members are not going to like this at all.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Interchangeable faces and adjustable weights will give players a lot of options in achieving the feel they prefer for different green speeds and conditions.

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.

Over the past year we've covered a lot of different equipment topics. How much were you paying attention?

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.

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?

Hillerich and Bradsby, the longest running family owned sports equipment company in the world, resurrects one of the most revered brand names in golf.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Here comes the next generation of top line golf balls from the industry leader.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Cameron Detour putters created quite a stir with their revolutionary arced sightline. Now Scotty is applying the concept to traditionally shaped heads.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

Smaller club manufacturers like Adams Golf are leading us toward what could be the next sea change in golf equipment.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Like a Boy Scout, a serious golfer needs to be prepared. Here's a look at some necessities and some nice-to-haves.

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.

Headcovers do more than keep your woods from scratching up and banging around. They tell the world a lot about yourself.

With the introduction of its Optica SL putter, Cobra Golf hopes its future's so bright you'll have to wear shades.

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…

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.

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.

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.

Distance measuring devices are now legal if all they do is measure yardage. So what are some options?

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.

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.

After years of downward-trending driver prices, the cost of getting the hottest drivers is growing bigger.

As the owner of GolfGods.com, Jason Mischel has learned the that golf business isn't easy, but it is fun.

If you've been waiting for Titleist to drop some new forged irons, your wait is over.

Titleist and Callaway officially unveiled their new drivers the past week, so we're happy to talk about them.

Cobra's return to tour prominence is getting a boost from some hot young players.

Titleist has fired back at Callaway's golf ball patent infringement suit.

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.

What do Nickent and Tour Edge need to do to join the biggest players in the equipment business?

Sonartec, Nickent, and Odyssey all brought new products to the market at the PGA Merchandise Show.

The 2006 PGA Merchandise Show closed Sunday, leaving behind plenty of equipment news and notes.

The PGA Merchandise Show may not be what it once was, but it is still the greatest (golf) show on earth.

David Toms and Vijay Singh are leading a charge for Cleveland Golf, while Lee Janzen may have (another) new equipment home.

Callaway has new hybrids and irons, Nickent has new putters and Jim Furyk's got a new name on his bag.

The best and most popular golf simulator is made by Full Swing Golf, and the company has a fun new wrinkle ready for 2006.

Nickent is bringing two new hybrids to market in 2006, as well as a pair of new iron designs.

MacGregor Golf has had some tough times over the past decade, but the company is trying to innovate its way back into the limelight. Here's what it has on tap for 2006.

With just more than two months before the 2006 PGA Merchandise Show, rumors are flying about lots of new products. Let's take a look at a few of the biggies.

Like it or not, Old Man Winter is next on the tee for northern golfers. Here's some help for getting your clubs ready for the off-season.

If your irons or pricey milled steel putter started rusting, you'd probably freak out. But rusty wedges are actually desirable to many golfers.

After a comeback year that included products like the Big Bertha 454 and Fusion FT-3 drivers and the X-Tour irons, Callaway Golf has some new products ready for 2006. Here are the details.

The PGA of America named a new CEO last week. Look for Joe Sterenka to continue moving the Association in a positive direction for golfers in the U.S.

Lightweight carbon composite is a club designer's dream. But it hasn't been so dreamy in the marketplace. Where does this material go from here?

Live on location from The Newport Cup, the Bag Drop examines a few real-world equipment observations.

Nike now has the two hottest players and newsmakers in golf on staff. How will the Swoosh handle adding Michelle Wie to Tiger Woods atop its professional team?

When the weather gets too cold and wet to play, many of us like to haunt golf shops and look for new additions to our collections. Here's what I have my eye on this year.

A couple of prominent equipment manufacturers are getting more aggressive in their attempt to become bigger players in the putter market. The Presidents Cup provided a few prime examples of this trend.

For most golfers, the driver is like Michael Vick: Thrilling, but often unpredictable. The majority of us would be better off with a less flashy, more Tom Brady-like club: The 3-wood.

I've already noted that big steps forward in driver design have been made difficult by the 460cc size limitation. Here's a look at how three top equipment manufacturers have come up with new products that replace exisiting 460cc drivers.

Golf equipment manufacturers are already bringing next year's new products out today. This is another prime example of the sea change that has taken place in the golf industry over the past decade.

You've heard of the Darrell Survey? Well, this is the Donald Survey, also known as "what the people I played with on my vacation had in their bags." It's enough to make a few people in Carlsbad cry.