Something’s Missing, For Better or For Worse
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on November 13th, 2008 6 Comments »
There's a specter haunting both David Feherty and the PGA Tour - it's Tiger Woods.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on November 13th, 2008 6 Comments »
There's a specter haunting both David Feherty and the PGA Tour - it's Tiger Woods.
Posted in Balls, Hot Topics on November 12th, 2008 11 Comments »
Short answer: you'll still be able to buy Pro V1s this year. Don't believe everything your buddies at the club tell you - there's a lot of misinformation about this lawsuit. Here are some of the facts.
Posted in Hot Topics, Podcasts on October 29th, 2008 No Comments »
We talk with Steve Pelisek and Stephanie Bezilla about Titleist's new 909 Drivers: the DComp, D2, and D3.
Posted in Hot Topics, Trap Five on October 24th, 2008 4 Comments »
Surprisingly, we can print them all.
Posted in Hot Topics, PGA on September 21st, 2008 3 Comments »
The U.S. needs 5½ points, while Europe needs 7. It's a race to the finish Sunday at The 37th Ryder Cup.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on September 18th, 2008 6 Comments »
Does anyone have enough guts to pick against Europe?
Posted in Hot Topics, Rules on September 15th, 2008 15 Comments »
Otherwise known as "How to Break the Rules of Golf"
Posted in Hot Topics, Trap Five on August 29th, 2008 7 Comments »
Some times good architects and greenskeepers do bad things.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on August 28th, 2008 8 Comments »
Which European golfers deserve a captain's pick next week?
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on August 21st, 2008 1 Comment »
The FedExCup playoffs are here, and it's time for some predictions.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on August 19th, 2008 27 Comments »
A sneak peek at Bob Vokey's most extensive line of wedges to date and some new flatsticks from Scotty Cameron.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on August 14th, 2008 8 Comments »
Find out which golfers Paul Azinger should pick for this year's U.S. Ryder Cup team.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on August 12th, 2008 31 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 Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on July 31st, 2008 7 Comments »
There are plenty of intriguing storylines to follow at next week's PGA Championship.
Posted in Hot Topics, Trap Five on July 25th, 2008 17 Comments »
Which technology best delivers your distance?
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on July 24th, 2008 15 Comments »
This past week has given golf fans a lot to talk about.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on July 10th, 2008 9 Comments »
The leaderboard at next week's British Open will have a lot of European flavor.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on July 3rd, 2008 21 Comments »
A promising week for the LPGA Tour didn't pan out when all was said and done.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on June 26th, 2008 3 Comments »
Tiger's absence opens a lot of doors for many of the world's best golfers.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on June 19th, 2008 1 Comment »
It's time to pay respect to some of the underrated stories from this year's U.S. Open.
Posted in Hot Topics, PGA on June 15th, 2008 29 Comments »
A live blog of the final round of the 2008 U.S. Open from Torrey Pines in La Jolla, CA.
Posted in Hot Topics, Trap Five on June 13th, 2008 No Comments »
It's US Open time, and another public course gets its day.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on June 12th, 2008 No Comments »
The staff weighs in on the season's second major championship.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on June 5th, 2008 5 Comments »
This week, I give my take on a few hot topics heading into the year's second major.
Posted in Hot Topics, PGA on June 2nd, 2008 17 Comments »
56 Photos from The 2008 edition (the 33rd) Memorial at Muirfield Village Golf Club.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on May 22nd, 2008 5 Comments »
Is Camilo Villegas' future still as bright as it once was?
Posted in Hot Topics, Trap Five on May 16th, 2008 44 Comments »
Who's this guy the starter paired you with? Is he a player? A pretender? Somewhere in between?
Posted in Clubs, Hot Topics, Reviews on May 9th, 2008 70 Comments »
Do you aspire to be a become a better golfer? Then Titleist has some irons for you.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on May 1st, 2008 10 Comments »
Think the Masters is dead? No argument here that the tournament has changed recently. But is the change really for the worse? I don't think so…or maybe I do.
Posted in Clubs, Hot Topics, Reviews on April 25th, 2008 70 Comments »
Titleist takes a bold step in a new direction with the AP2. Adam Scott has switched. Should you?
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on April 16th, 2008 12 Comments »
Sometimes the hardest thing to see is what's before your eyes. He's no Tiger, but golf has seen few players in history as good as Phil Mickelson.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on April 9th, 2008 No Comments »
Tiger Woods and Lorena Ochoa battle for the top spot on this month's list.
Posted in Hot Topics, ProFiles on April 4th, 2008 5 Comments »
Nine things to ponder and watch for at the 2008 Masters Tournament.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on April 3rd, 2008 3 Comments »
The LPGA Tour's stock continues to rise in 2008.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on March 27th, 2008 31 Comments »
Time to drag out the "greatest ever" debate again. If there is even any debate anymore.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on March 20th, 2008 5 Comments »
When and where will Tiger's win streak end?
Posted in Hot Topics, Throwing Darts on February 26th, 2008 5 Comments »
ClubGlider inventor and Fore Inventors Only finalist Gary Sherrell gives us the scoop on how he came up with his idea on a napkin and dishes some dirt on being on a reality show.
Posted in Hot Topics, Trap Five on February 22nd, 2008 6 Comments »
Some day soon, there will be golf again. Until then I can dream.
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 Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on February 14th, 2008 14 Comments »
One of golf's greatest writers hits a common nerve, and Thrash Talk talks back!
Posted in Clubs, Hot Topics on February 2nd, 2008 59 Comments »
Proving that you can't judge a book by its cover, the Titleist AP1, AP2, ZB, and ZM are put to the (field) test.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on January 31st, 2008 21 Comments »
Kelly Tilghman had golf on the front pages for a few days earlier this season. Check out one man's (hopefully) unique spin on the issue.
Posted in Hot Topics, Trap Five on January 25th, 2008 14 Comments »
"If you watch a game, it's fun. If you play at it, it's recreation. If you work at it, it's golf." — Bob Hope
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 Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on January 17th, 2008 7 Comments »
With just over two months left until the first day of spring, here are a few words on my personal off-season coping skills.
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 Hot Topics, Trap Five on December 14th, 2007 20 Comments »
Knock, knock. Who's there? 2008.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on November 29th, 2007 10 Comments »
Think the USGA isn't interested in what you're doing in your spare time? Think again.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on November 27th, 2007 2 Comments »
Just how hot is that driver in your bag?
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on November 15th, 2007 19 Comments »
Another sampling of stuff that gets my UnderArmour in a wad.
Posted in Hot Topics, Throwing Darts on November 14th, 2007 6 Comments »
Dean Thompson, inventor of the Z Factor Perfect Putting Machine and Fore Inventors Only alumni gives us the lowdown on how he came up his idea for the perfect putting stroke, being on a reality show, and being close to Stina Sternberg.
Posted in Hot Topics, Swing Check on November 3rd, 2007 7 Comments »
With a little work, this 20 handicapper could improve drastically.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on November 2nd, 2007 19 Comments »
Dude! Where's my golf company?
Posted in Hot Topics, Tap-Ins on October 24th, 2007 Comments Off
Dreaming of playing the best courses in the world… as a member? Your dream is now a reality.
Posted in Hot Topics, Trap Five on October 19th, 2007 9 Comments »
Ah, winter, a time to relax by a warm fire? Nah! Time to hit the links!
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 Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on October 4th, 2007 9 Comments »
Set up the pins, because I'm knockin' 'em down this week.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on September 27th, 2007 4 Comments »
The Sand Trap Caucuses are complete, all votes are in, and no hanging chads! Read on to see if we are indeed bellweather journalists.
Posted in Hot Topics, Trap Five on September 21st, 2007 3 Comments »
Sometimes a plan comes together and sometimes it doesn't. The FedExCup actually worked (surprised?), at least for the most part.
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 Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on September 6th, 2007 16 Comments »
The promise of the FedExCup may not exactly be delivered overnight, but that's no reason to throw in the towel on a good idea.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on August 30th, 2007 26 Comments »
American golf's ruling body appears poised to begin sailing off the edge of its universe.
Posted in Hot Topics, The Numbers Game on August 21st, 2007 10 Comments »
Why do we have the FedExCup points list, and how does it differ from the money list? How much is a FedExCup points list worth? Let's find out.
Posted in Hot Topics, Playing Tips on August 1st, 2007 239 Comments »
Stack and Tilt: a fad or a little bit closer to a universal golf truth? We'd like your feedback.
Posted in Hot Topics, Playing Tips on July 31st, 2007 13 Comments »
I also know that 90% of putts left short don't go in, but you probably already heard that one from Yogi Berra.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on July 26th, 2007 14 Comments »
Gary Player becomes the latest past champion to assume the position of soap box philosopher.
Posted in Hot Topics, PGA on July 22nd, 2007 6 Comments »
Will Sergio Garcia win his first major, ending the European drought the week his idol retires from the game?
Posted in Balls, Hot Topics on July 12th, 2007 3 Comments »
Ian MacCallister had a chance to break a course record before. What will he do with the new NXT Tour and NXT Extreme?
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on July 12th, 2007 9 Comments »
Modern golf's first REALLY big hitter makes another media splash.
Posted in Hot Topics, The Numbers Game on July 10th, 2007 21 Comments »
Missing from this week's analysis: the number of times the announcers make stupid comments. Gary McCord talks too fast for me to keep an accurate count.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on June 28th, 2007 19 Comments »
What if the USGA threw an accuracy party, and nobody showed up?
Posted in Hot Topics, PGA on June 15th, 2007 11 Comments »
Phil plays the "bang and blame" game, Tiger hacks his way around the easy second hole and makes perhaps the best five I've seen in a long time, and Angel Cabrera relies on the Big Break to hold the lead?
Posted in Hot Topics, Trap Five on June 15th, 2007 4 Comments »
Golf's biggest names have been associated with the U.S. Open. Some of the greatest U.S. Open battles have been fought in playoffs. Here are the top five.
Posted in Hot Topics, Swing Thoughts on June 4th, 2007 16 Comments »
B.J. Wie is writing the scripts, but is Michelle Wie reading them or silently rebelling against a controlling father?
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 Hot Topics, The Numbers Game on May 22nd, 2007 No Comments »
With the remaining three majors fast approaching, act now if you want to attend live, and get your pocket book ready.
Posted in Hot Topics, Trap Five on May 18th, 2007 3 Comments »
The buzz says Phil Mickelson can take the top spot in the World Golf Rankings. Wishful thinking says Ernie Els can. Is it really an achievable goal?
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on May 10th, 2007 3 Comments »
It's prediction time again at The Sand Trap, so have a seat and enjoy the ride!
Posted in Hot Topics, Site News on May 6th, 2007 No Comments »
One Week, One Hour. You too can speed up the game of golf and make it more enjoyable for everyone.
Posted in Hot Topics, Trap Five on May 4th, 2007 4 Comments »
What would it take for American brand golf to speed up just a little. Four hour rounds are more a fantasy than reality. Here are some suggestions.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on May 3rd, 2007 22 Comments »
If John Wayne were alive, and had a job as a course ranger, you can bet your behind that course wouldn't have a slow play problem.
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 Clubs, Hot Topics on April 29th, 2007 2 Comments »
It appears the self-policing whistle blowers in the equipment industry are on the case as a competitor has turned in Callaway just as a one did to trip up Nike.
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 Hot Topics, Swing Thoughts on April 6th, 2007 28 Comments »
I hope that Bobby Jones and Clifford Roberts are superglued in their coffins. If not, they're probably spinning so fast they're likely to pop out in China before the final round concludes on Sunday.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on April 5th, 2007 9 Comments »
Was anyone brave enough to pick against Tiger? Read our predictions to find out.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on March 29th, 2007 8 Comments »
The 2007 Masters is a week away, and it's time to list some contenders, pretenders, etc.
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 Courses, Hot Topics on March 24th, 2007 20 Comments »
Augusta National has become an abomination. Here's to hoping Billy Payne can begin to right Hootie's wrongs.
Posted in Hot Topics, Tap-Ins on March 21st, 2007 2 Comments »
The "serious equipment for serious players" company gets serious about blogging. Welcome to the block, Titleist.
Posted in Clubs, Hot Topics on March 17th, 2007 11 Comments »
Nonconforming spring-like faces are the result of an "unauthorized manufacturing variance." Nike will replace any driver sold to date.
Posted in Hot Topics, Trap Five on March 16th, 2007 7 Comments »
With help from several Sand Trap Forum members I've compiled my picks for most likely first-time major winners in 2007. See if you agree with my picks.
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 Hot Topics, Swing Thoughts on March 6th, 2007 18 Comments »
Is the USGA's new proposal really about grooves? I think that's only part of the story.
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 Hot Topics, Rules on February 27th, 2007 2 Comments »
As we surmised a couple days ago, the USGA is officially proposing a change to club grooves. If you're a "skilled" player and play in competitions, say goodbye to your irons and wedges in two years.
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 Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on February 13th, 2007 8 Comments »
The FedEx Cup is off to a solid start, but a few things have kept it from being even better.
Posted in Hot Topics, The Numbers Game on February 8th, 2007 25 Comments »
If Tiger Woods played you, how many strokes would he be giving up to make a fair match? The answer may shock you.
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 Hot Topics, Tap-Ins on January 31st, 2007 4 Comments »
I waded deep into the bowels of the 2007 PGA Merchandise Show, and I've emerged with some gems (and notes).
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on January 30th, 2007 5 Comments »
There are several 2006 Nationwide Tour graduates making an early splash during the new season.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on January 22nd, 2007 8 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 Hot Topics, The Numbers Game on January 18th, 2007 2 Comments »
The debate over whether Tiger Woods plays stronger field events than Phil Mickelson is about to come to an end. Well, maybe not, but perhaps this will provide some food for thought and show who plays better in stronger field.
Posted in Bag Drop, Hot Topics on January 15th, 2007 23 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 Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on December 12th, 2006 No Comments »
Part two of the top storylines for 2007 discusses The Golf Channel, Lefty, and more.
Posted in Hot Topics, The Numbers Game on December 7th, 2006 1 Comment »
Over the past year or so, I've covered a lot in The Numbers Game. Driving distance, the 40-30-20-10 rule, all were fun to research and write about. Next year, someone else will take the reins and still have plenty of numbers to look at.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on December 5th, 2006 1 Comment »
It's never too early to talk about 2007, so that's what I'm going to do for the next couple weeks.
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on November 14th, 2006 5 Comments »
Annika Sorenstam wasn't necessarily ready to pass the torch, but Lorena Ochoa took it anyway.
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 Balls, Hot Topics, Swing Thoughts on October 23rd, 2006 5 Comments »
The OGA's uniform ball experiment was not even a success in the eyes of the anti-ball crowd.
Posted in Hot Topics, Throwing Darts on October 21st, 2006 4 Comments »
"Sign Boy" dispenses his wisdom on keeping PGA Tour golfers "on their toes," golfing in Iceland, and who he thinks is "two scoops of crazy."
Posted in Hot Topics, Thrash Talk on October 4th, 2006 5 Comments »
The European Ryder Cup team battles Tiger Woods for this month's top spot.
Posted in Hot Topics, Throwing Darts on September 30th, 2006 8 Comments »
Dr. Gio Valiante offers up his opinions on making fearless swings, the "other" golf psychology books, and who he thinks has the strongest mind on the PGA Tour.
Posted in Hot Topics, PGA on September 24th, 2006 13 Comments »
We're live blogging the final round of the Ryder Cup. The Miracle at Brookline remains untouched in Ryder Cup history. The massacre at Oakland Hills, however, is equalled.
Posted in College, Hot Topics on September 6th, 2006 4 Comments »
The Sand Trap opens its new college golf section in style with a special season preview.