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The Newbie Golfer Guide To Buying Golf Clubs

Saturday, October 31st, 2009

If you a beginner at playing golf, you should probably not buy a new golf club set immediately, since you may find out that you don't like the game that much after all. Furthermore, you have yet to find out your real niche in the game and your own unique playing style, which will greatly affect the way you choose golf clubs once you are a more seasoned player.

The good choice for a beginner is to start with used golf clubs. The main goal is to keep the price down so that you aren't making a huge investment before you really know what you are doing. Here you will find some tips to follow to help you to hunt down your starter golf clubs.

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Buying Golf Equipment

Saturday, October 31st, 2009

Purchasing golf clubs can be just like throwing your money onto the fire, but fore-waned, you can save yourself plenty of time and money when you're selecting your golf clubs. As in many cases, you can either spend a lot of money in one go or you can spend a little several times, before you get what you really want.

If you are just starting out and are not completely certain that you want to commit yourself to the addictive game of golf, you should either hire golf clubs at the clubhouse on the golf course, or purchase a starter set of golf clubs.

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SkyCaddie SG5 Golf GPS (Black)

Saturday, October 31st, 2009
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SkyCaddie SG5 Golf GPS (Black)
 
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List Price: $459.95
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Product Description

Ideal for golfers who want top-of-the-line GPS assistance on the links, the SkyCaddie SG5 Golf GPS is integrated with the very best Swiss engineering to provide unmatched reliability. It features, a large color display with automatic backlighting to ensure easy readability indoors and outdoors, and a long-lasting rechargeable battery (with up to 14 hours of continuous use). It's also equipped with the patented IntelliGreen technology, enabling golfers to measure the full depth and shape of the green from any angle of approach, both on or off the fairway. Part of SkyCaddie's exclusive, professional 4-Star SkyCourses, IntelliGreen graphics provide an eagle's eye view of the green with an indicator representing a direct line-of-play from wherever you are on the course.

With an annual SkyPlayer Club Membership Plan (not included with purchase of device), you can easily download thousands of our professionally enabled SkyCourses. Three different levels of memberships are available, based on how many courses you want to store and play. If you do not want a membership and your course is not already available, you can record the front, center and back of each green with your SkyCaddie's quick set-up module, which takes about 10 seconds.

Specifications:

  • Display: 220 x 176 pixels
  • Fairway targets: Yes
  • IntelliGreen: Yes
  • Accuracy: <2.5 yards
  • Course memory: 10 courses
  • Water resistant: Yes
  • Conforms to USGA/R&A ruling
  • Compatible with Microsoft Windows 2000/XP/Vista (requires USB port and Internet access)
  • Power: Rechargeable battery, up to 14 hours of continuous use
  • Weight: 5.5 ounces
  • Dimensions: 5.4 x 2.2 x 1.0 inches

What's in the Box?
SkyCaddie SG5, AC charger, USB cable, belt clip

Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Can the SG5 give me the distance to the pin?
A: The SkyCaddie, using the IntelliGreen graphics found on our professionally recorded SkyCourses, provides more information than just the distance to the pin. Once the line of play is selected on the graphical green outline, it provides the minimum carry to get on the green, the maximum limit you have to the back of the green, plus you can adjust to obtain the third distance of the approximate flag location. All three distances are provided simultaneously from any direction as you approach the green. You can then frame your shot in a much larger target area and select the best club. You will hit more greens and have shorter putts than a single number can provide.

About SkyGolf
SkyGolf is a solutions integrator that leverages the convergence of proven technologies, including GPS, Internet, mobile handsets, and proprietary content to provide an instant answer to the oldest question in golf: "How far?" While respecting the game's traditions and history, SkyGolf is committed to using its advanced technology responsibly to improve pace-of-play, enhance golfers' enjoyment of the game and ultimately increase participation for the good of the game.

The SkyCaddie, developed by SkyGolf, is used on over 14,000 golf courses in 45 countries around the world. Weighing less than 5 ounces, the SkyCaddie utilizes the same global positioning system used by the U.S. military, but in a high portable handheld device, about the size of a cell phone, to compute distances to any point on a golf course. SkyGolf uses professional, high-performance GPS engines, satellite-based accuracy augmentation, plus proprietary accuracy enhancements to provide golfers with the distances needed to play smarter, faster and have more fun.

The proven reliability and accuracy of the SkyCaddie handheld, combined with the precision of SkyGolf's vast course library, gives golfers the trust and confidence they need to play their best golf.

Product Details

  • Full-featured golf GPS with large, color LCD with automatic backlighting
  • Includes IntelliGreen technology with full depth and shape of the green from any angle of approach
  • Plot greens yourself, or subscribe to one of three SkyCourse memberships for access to up to 16,000 courses
  • Water resistant for use in all playing conditions
  • Rechargeable battery provides up to 14 hours of continuous use

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Customer Reviews

I'm the envy of all my Golf Buds !
 
Review Date: April 24, 2008
Reviewer: Don I., Las Vegas
Highly recommended. I read the previous comment and can not understand why he had any problems.

This unit is wonderful. Loaded like a charm. The Subscription was about $40 for a year and you can load 10 courses for this rate. There are higher subscription rates if you'd like to have more courses or even international courses. Change courses as often as you like.

This even had the specs for my favorite "remodeled" course which was finished in February. Very up-to-date info.

Accurate! Will measure to the center of the green and will even measure your drive distance. Problem is, when other people on the course see my skycaddie that all want to "play" with it. It can slow down the game.

Performs exactly as advertised
 
Review Date: March 13, 2009
Reviewer: S. Vidmar, Albuquerque, NM
I'll admit it...I tried a cheaper product made by Garmin. It locked up every three or four rounds. After trying three units I gave up and bought the SG5. It works great. The color screen is very easy to read in the sun. The charge lasts longer than I expected, usually three full rounds at least. My only complaint is that it's a little bigger than some of it's competitors. You can't slip it into your pocket to take a swing. But I've used it for six months and it's performed flawlessly. If you are thinking of saving a little money, I would not recommend any of the models with black and white screens (SG2.5, SG3, SG4). They are very hard to read in the sun; you have to constantly rotate the screen around to catch just the right angle. Although it lacks the features of the higher models, the SG2, with it's black-on-green screen, is easier to read. If you are thinking of buying anything but the SG5, I'd strongly recommend that you find someone who has the model you're considering, and check out the screen in the bright sunlight.
Works Perfectly
 
Review Date: July 26, 2008
Reviewer: Pejaysea, Massachusetts, USA
I read a lot of reviews and had some concerns but went ahead and bought the SG-5 anyway. I link to my Mac and it works flawlessly. Many of my regular playing partners are using laser range finders but I think that this unit is easier to use - you just glance at it - and helps speed of play. I am careful about protecting my stuff so I just bought a LowePro digital camera case (REZO 50) and the SG5 just squeezes into it. Lowepro Rezo 50 Camera Bag
I recommend this without reservation.
Great Golf GPS!
 
Review Date: September 11, 2008
Reviewer: wrtbks, Los Angeles, CA
I have had no issues with the SkyCaddie. I actually returned the GolfLogix due to issues with accuracy and difficulty reading the screen. The SkyCaddie is easy to operate, read, and is incredibly useful. I also prefer the number of golf courses GolfCaddie offers...and for $29 bucks a year...please, this is cheap folks! I did download the new Onyx screen theme and had no issues. I am using Mac, and it works great. They even guarantee that if you don't reduce your overall strokes per game you can return the unit...that is confidence! If the PGA and all the Pros and my local PGA/Country Club are using SkyCaddies...that is very telling Get One, you will love it!
Technology That Helps Every Handicap
 
Review Date: November 25, 2008
Reviewer: Scott V, Salem, Ohio
This product surpasses every expectation I had.

Skycaddie speeds up your game as you don't have to spend time searching for the yardage markers. If you like to walk like I do, SkyCaddie saves you even more time if you happen to miss the fairway to the opposite side of the cart paths where the yardage markers are painted.

Where SkyCaddie realy shines is when you stray way off target. When your drive is in the other fairway, SkyCaddie tells you what you really need to know: no more frustrating calculations based on how far over you are from your hole's yardage marker (providing you can see it).

IntelliGreen works well, and if you know exact pin placements it works even better.

I was easily able to map a course not on their list.

When I'm playing a course that requires carts, I still prefer my SkyCaddie over the annoying GPS information screen mounted in the cart.

I started the season as a 12 handicapper, and shot my life-low of 75 (3 over) in October.
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Golfing in the Philippines

Saturday, October 31st, 2009

The tropical climate of the Philippines does not stop the local and foreign golfers to play in the greens of the country. The lush environment together with a good sunny climate may be one of the best conditions that any golf course has to offer. The Philippines, along with the rest of the Asian countries, boasts of fine golf courses for every golf enthusiast to enjoy. From the busy city of Mandaluyong, to the far sides of Cavite or Laguna, golf courses in the Philippines bring out the best of Philippine golf.

Filipino golfers, on the other hand, are now looking for new and improved golf courses that would cater to their golfing needs, not to mention their overall stay in the golfing facility, wherever it may be. Today, there are a lot of golf courses to choose from, depending on the number of holes, the location, the scenery, and the simplicity of the golfing environment, including the people behind one’s golfing experience. From caddy services to golf carts availability, these factors are very much crucial to the golfer, since this would make their golfing easier, enjoyable, and relaxing all at the same time.

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Golf Instruction

Saturday, October 31st, 2009

When we come to getting golf instruction we want to be sure we are getting the best. We want to get instruction that will begin by ensuring we are assisting our body in getting the action right. Many of us golfers, when performing our golf swing (you can also read back swing here), let our left knee go down on the back swing. The outcome of this is that our shoulder will drop causing our hips to sway and overturn. Don't allow the knee to move. Good golf posture encourages us to maintain a steady stance. To have a good golf swing you need to maintain that stability, tension if you like, in both your legs. Some instructors suggest holding some kind of ball between your knees, I don't think that is going to be very practical on the course. See how using your imagination for this works, you could be surprised how effective it is.

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Why The Target Technique Could Be Your Key To A Better Golf Swing!

Friday, October 30th, 2009

Achieving a better golf swing takes practice coupled with good technique. That sounds pretty simple doesn't it? Trouble with most social golfers who aspire to a better game is by the time they get around to learning some golfing technique, they've reached a stage where they have consigned themselves to immortal mediocrity!

Are you in this category or are you just interested in achieving a better golf swing? Believe me I was in the former category at one stage and I know how most non-professional players are thinking. But do you know it didn't really take much coaching to change my game around quickly and in the end, not only did I achieve a lower score but I saved myself walking an extra five miles around a golf course!

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Utility Golf Carts; The pros and cons of repowering your engines

Friday, October 30th, 2009

These days, maintaining a fleet of golf carts and utility vehicles is more likely to be a matter of topping up battery cells than checking spark plugs and mixing fuel and oil. The majority of golf carts sold in the past decade or so has been electric. Electric golf carts, goes the traditional wisdom, are cheaper to maintain, easier to manage and less trouble in the long run than the models powered by small gas engines.

Despite the popularity of electric golf carts, however, most pros agree that there are some jobs that require the power of a good gas engine. It’s not unusual for most course fleets to include at least a few gas golf carts that have been converted to utility vehicles for hauling and other purposes. What do you do when the motor on one of those starts to go?

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Nike Victory Red Forged TW Blade Irons

Friday, October 30th, 2009
Nike Victory Red Forged TW Blade Irons

2009 Nike Victory Red Forged TW Blade Irons The Victory Red TW Blade Irons are forged from 1025 Carbon Steel, the TW blade is a masterpiece for precision. Designed and played by Tiger Woods, the blade features a modified backpad and slightly thicker toe paired with a muscle back design. The face of the blades is CNC Milled to ensure a flat face surface for uniform ball compression and consistent ball flight.    Features - Nike Victory Red Forged Tiger Woods Blade Irons  • Muscle Back Design  • 1025 Forged Carbon Steel  • Precision forged and machined to precise tolerances for unsurpassed feel. The material of choice for accomplished players.  • CNC milled flat face ensures uniform ball compression for consistent ball flight.  • Tour Velvet Cord provides the all-weather performance of Golf Prides exclusive Velvet Cord material for a firm, comfortable grip that allows consistent performance and playability.  Specs Club 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 PW Loft 18 deg. 21 deg. 24 deg. 27 deg. 31 deg. 35 deg. 39 deg. 43 deg. 47 deg. Lie 59 deg. 60 deg. 60.5 deg. 61 deg. 62 deg. 62.5 deg. 63 deg. 63.5 deg. 64 deg. Bounce 2 deg. 2 deg. 3 deg. 4 deg. 5 deg. 6 deg. 7 deg. 8 deg. 9 deg. Length 39.5 in. 39 in. 38.5 in. 38 in. 37.5 in. 37 in. 36.5 in. 36 in. 35.75 in.

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Cleveland Golf Launcher Combo Irons

Cleveland Golf Launcher Combo Set Irons  Features  • LAUNCHER IRON 6-SW - OVERSIZED FACE DESIGN The Launcher Iron is larger than a traditional iron. 52% more face to CG depth than that of a traditional iron. This increases launch angle and ball speed, especially on off-center hits.  • LAUNCHER IRON 6-SW - THICK TOP LINE PLUS OFFSET Additional offset makes it easier to square the face at impact, resulting in consistently straighter shots. Thicker topline provides confidence at address.  • LAUNCHER IRON 6-SW - EXTENDED HORSESHOE PERIMETER WEIGHTING Weight extends outside of the base chassis to position weight extremely low and deep. 20% greater MOI than traditional irons, which minimizes the loss of distance on off-center shots to provide maximum forgiveness.  • LAUNCHER IRON 3-5 - LARGEST FACE The Launcher Hybrid is 12% larger than any previous Cleveland Golf model. The Launcher's face is among the biggest in the market, providing a huge hitting area for amazing forgiveness.  • LAUNCHER IRON 3-5 - PARABOLIC LEADING EDGE Engineered on an iron chassis with a parabolic leading edge for improved turf interaction.  • LAUNCHER IRON 3-5 - EXTENDED HORSESHOE PERIMETER WEIGHTING Weight extends outside of the base chassis to position weight extremely low and deep. This advanced weighting produces a low and deep center of gravity and Cleveland Golf's highest iron MOI (3,000) for an exceptionally consistent ball flight.  Specs IRON LOFT(deg) LIE(deg) STEEL LENGTH(in) GRAPHITE LENGTH(in) STEEL SWING WEIGHT GRAPHITE SWING WEIGHT 3h 20.50 60.00 39 3/8 39 5/8 D1 D1 4h 23.00 60.50 38 3/4 39 D1 D1 5h 26.00 61.00 38 1/8 38 3/8 D1 D1 6i 29.00 61.50 37 1/2 37 3/4 D2 D2 7i 33.00 62.50 37 37 1/4 D2 D2 8i 37.00 63.00 36 1/2 36 3/4 D2 D2 9i 41.00 64.00 36 36 1/4 D2 D2 PWi 45.00 64.50 35 1/2 35 3/4 D3 D3    Shafts BRAND MODEL FLEX WEIGHT TIP BUTT FLEX POINT SWING WEIGHT TORQUE Cleveland Golf FLIGHTSPEED Graphite A 75g 0.370 0.600 Low D1 4.3 deg Cleveland Golf FLIGHTSPEED Graphite R 78g 0.370 0.600 Low D1 4.0 deg Cleveland Golf FLIGHTSPEED Graphite S 83g 0.370 0.600 Low D1 3.7 deg   BRAND MODEL FLEX WEIGHT TIP BUTT FLEX POINT SWING WEIGHT TORQUE Cleveland Golf FLIGHTSPEED Steel R 117g 0.370 0.600 Mid-Low D1 2.0 deg Cleveland Golf FLIGHTSPEED Steel S 120g 0.370 0.600 Mid-Low D1 2.0 deg

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TaylorMade TP Black Balls 2 Doz.

TaylorMade TP Black Golf Balls   Features  • 3-piece multi-layer construction promotes softer feel than original TP Black  • Features Low-Drag Performance (LDP), several dimple designs arranged in a low-drag symmetry maintain lift on low-spin, off-center hits and minimize distance loss  • 360-dimple configuration limits drag for increased hang time and distance; and delivers extraordinary stability in crosswinds and headwinds  • Next generation NdV4 Core Technology boasts low compression and softer feel yet generates higher COR for faster ball speed and increased yardage  • Multi-blend ionomer mantle works with the core to promote a high, distance enhancing launch angle and spin off the driver and irons for optimum distance and softer sound and feel  • Advanced cast Thermoset Urethane cover promotes controllable spin off the short-irons and around the green while also delivering supreme shear-resistance    Technology

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Golf in Scotland

Friday, October 30th, 2009

Golf in Scotland is a historical phenomenon. According to records the game was first played in 1457 after which it was banned by King James II.
Golf is a national pastime for Scots since 1502!

The Stewart monarchs were themselves keen to develop golf in Scotland. The reputed Scottish golf courses lie in parkland, moorland, pasture or heathland.
If you are a golf lover, Scotland can be an ideal place to spend your vacation.

You can engage yourself in thrilling activities like - shoot game, fishing on a river or Scottish loch, play golf, visit a Scottish castle, hunt deer and dream of our Braveheart "William Wallace". Walking, boating, cycling and watersports are for everyone.

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Roger Fredericks Continuing Education Series

Friday, October 30th, 2009
Roger Fredericks Continuing Education Series

Roger Fredericks Continuing Education Series, 3 DVD Set DVD #1 - Roger Fredericks Secrets To Longer Drives In Roger Fredericks Secrets To Longer Drives, Roger will teach you what the true formula for distance is, and what you need to know, and do, to produce longer drives. Complete with clear explanations and easy to learn swing drills, Roger Fredericks will also show you some core exercises that will add on, and make your swing drills that much more effective. If your drives have become shorter, and your handicap is getting higher, "Roger Fredericks Reveals Core Secrets to Longer Drives" will show you how you can reverse that trend, and enjoy longer drives for a lifetime. DVD #2 - Roger Fredericks Secrets To The Short Game, Putting & Chipping Vol. 1 In Roger Fredericks Secrets To The Short Game, Putting & Chipping Vol. 1, Roger will demonstrate for you what the real fundamentals of putting and chipping are, and what you need to know, and do, to save shots on, and around, the greens. From the grip to the stance, to reading greens and visualizing your chips and putts, Roger Fredericks will take you step by step to a better short game. If youre putting and chipping isnt up to par and youre wasting strokes on and around the greens, Roger Fredericks Reveals Secrets to the Short Game, Vol 1 Putting and Chipping will teach you how to reverse that trend and cure your short game for a lifetime. DVD #3 - Roger Fredericks Secrets To The Short Game Vol. 2, Wedges Around The Green In Roger Fredericks Secrets To The Short Game Vol. 2, Wedges Around The Green, Roger Fredericks will teach you the true fundamentals of the wedge game. From off the green and in the bunker, Rogers easy to follow instructions will explain the basic motion that all great wedge players possess and what you need to do to get up and down around the greens with a lot more frequency. If youre wasting strokes by not getting your wedges close to the hole, Roger Fredericks Secrets to the Short Game Vol 2 Wedges around the Green, will show you how to reverse that trend and help you save shots around the green for a lifetime. If you have any questions about this product or would like to order by phone, please call us Toll Free at 888-733-8383. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Daito Genesis 350g Putter

Diato Genesis Putter The weight of the Genesis is concentrated in the center of the putter face, allowing for unsurpassed solid feel. The alignment system provides you with a visual confirmation of ball's path to the hole.  A new unique design that inspires confidence, which provides a visual aim no other putter can give, allowing for a level of consistency and stability, yet to be seen.    Features    Lightweight Aluminum Aircraft Alloy alloy to increase size and place weight where needed most.    Both feature a Copper-Nickel precision fit face insert, which has an exquisite feel and resilient response.    More consistent roll, a pure soft feel and tremendous feedback for complete control. If you have any questions about this product or would like to order by phone, please call us Toll Free at 888-733-8383. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Brush Tee (3 Packs)

Free Shipping!!!! (Free shipping applies to Continental US Orders Only) 2004, Series II Brush T Conforms to USGA and R & A Rules, Lasts Longer, More Distance, More Accuracy Brush-t comes in 3 sizes- Oversize, Driver and 3 Wood and will last round after round. They come in a pack of 3. You also get a carrying case, belt or bag clip and Ball Markers. The light but robust Brush-T is based on a unique nylon bristle cup that supports the golf ball. The secret behind its success is the flexibility of the bristles. It allows the ball to be struck with a minimum of resistance and deflection. Oversize Tee (3 per pack) 2.4" or 62mm in overall height, designed for the oversized woods - 360cc and 500cc- thus enabling the ball to be struck in the center of the large sweet spot, for maximum distance and consistency. Driver Tee (3 per pack) If you have any questions about this product, please give our professionals a call at 307-690-6009. We look forward to hearing from you!

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