Tying Up Loose Ends

Which driving stat helps GIR more, accuracy or distance? Does hitting more GIR mean your putting will suffer? Both are good questions stemming from some comments and forum threads last week that are answered.

The Numbers GameIn the past week or so there has been a good discussion in the forum and a comment in last week’s Numbers Game (thanks to valued reader Rafi). One sparked a lengthy discussion and the other peaked my thirst for all things numbers related.

In the heat of the “Drive for show, putt for dough” thread, I thought some things through. GIR is important, but driving is a component. The question is which part, accuracy or distance, is a more critical component. The second area had to do with GIR and its relationship to putting stats. The question raised was, if you hit more greens do your putting stats suffer? Read on and I’ll answer that.

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Wendy’s 3-Tour Challenge Preview

The Wendy’s 3-Tour Challenge is an engaging event without the frazzled nerves. Sit back, relax and watch the best golfers from all three tours shoot the breeze and have fun! And it’s all for a good cause.

Wendys 3-Tour Challenge logoAlthough the Wendy’s 3-Tour Challenge has already been played and its outcome determined, it’s still worthy of some commentary. It’s the only tournament of the year which features golfers from each of the big three tours going head-to-head to determine which tour reigns supreme.

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Cleveland Introduces CG11 Wedges for Women

Cleveland has pink wedges for women. Hey, at least they’re not stereotyping! No, this is marketing, baby!

Cleveland LogoWe’re having a bit of a lazy day, so here are the relevant portions of a Cleveland press release:

The makers of the most famous wedges in golf are proud to announce the expansion of its W-Series line with the introduction of the W-Series CG11 wedge. This new wedge marks the first time that Cleveland Golf has incorporated their revolutionary CMMTM metal into their women’s line which now offers that same exceptional feel, versatility and dependability to men and women alike.

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The Negatives of Golf

This week’s Thrash Talk dives into some of the things that upset me about golf.

Thrash TalkThe Target World Challenge has come and gone, and the 2006 PGA Tour season doesn’t start for a few more weeks. That being said, I’m taking a break from the usual PGA Tour discussion this week. Instead, I’m going to talk about some of the things that bother me when I go out and play. I’ve selected eight things that really get under my skin when I go play by myself or with friends.

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Sneak Peek at Nickent’s 2006 New Products

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

Bag Drop2005 has been a big year for Nickent Golf. The California-based company saw its profile rise considerably, thanks to its 3DX Ironwood line of hybrids. Tim Petrovic used a 3DX hybrid to win his first PGA Tour event, and Nickent’s 3DX driver and Pipe putter also generated some strong buzz.

Nickent has since added longtime club design ace John Hoeflich as senior VP of product development, and the company’s first new products to bear his design stamp will hit the market early in the new year. The Bag Drop got an early look at the new goodies, and we’re in a sharing mood.

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Volume Thirty-Nine

A little holiday cheer in this week’s links.

Hittin' the LinksI’m not trying to offfend anyone, but Michael Campbell needs a fashion consultant. His wardrobe is rough. I like the design of his native country on his clothing, but it needs to be incorporated into the outfit better. I’ll gladly nominate myself as caddie/fashion consultant. Oh, and if I don’t get a chance to say it later, I hope everyone has a great holiday.

Now, this week’s links.

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Sorenstam’s Team Wins Lexus Cup

Team International led by Annika Sorenstam easily clinched the inaugural Lexus Cup in Singapore. Was there ever any doubt?

International Team win Lexus CupAlthough monsoon-like conditions almost brought the Lexus Cup to an early end, the ladies continued their match-play battles creating an exciting inaugural event in Singapore.

Team Asia took an early lead in day-one alternate-shot matches but the combined force of Annika Sorenstam and Paula Creamer later in the day swept British Open champion Jeong Jang and Meena Lee. Once accomplished, numbers one and two in the world set the stage for an exciting finale which would eventually give the international team it’s victory.

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Episode 006

School is out! LPGA and PGA Tour Q-Schools graduate their 2006 class, and we’ve got some comments. Plus, 10 predictions for 2006.

PodcastWe’re back and three strong once again as Everardo once again joins Jeff and Erik for the sixth episode of “Golf Talk Podcast.” You can subscribe to the RSS feed for our podcasts here or download Episode 006 as an MP3 file. For those who want to subscribe to us in iTunes, click here.

This week, school is out! That’s right, the 2006 graduates are here, and we’ve got some smack to talk about Carolyn Bivens’ decision (thus far) to keep Pressel out of the LPGA until May 23. Plus, ten predictions for 2006. For this week’s Show Notes – links to articles we discuss in the show and additional information – just read on.

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Ogio Grom Stand Bag Review

In the world of golf bags the Ogio Grom is a solid contender. It has loads of unique features, is well made, and has good looks.

Ogio LogoA good golf bag is akin to a well-designed fly-fishing vest. A good vest keeps your most important items handy without getting in the way when you’re in the middle of a battle. The Grom stand bag from Ogio does just that. It is thoughtfully designed and innovative in many respects. It is a bag you might want to have a look at if you’re in the market for a place to put your clubs.

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