Golf News

This interesting short video produced by CNN shows how the top players are using 3D analysis on their golf swings as an aid to improvement. The video was recorded  at the Butch Harmon Golf School in Dubai. Click here to watch

Ever wish you had a putting green in your own back garden. An artificial Softrack golf green looks, feels and plays just like the real thing. It can be used for chipping, piching and putting and can be installed almost anywhere, either flat or contoured. These greens are virtually maintenance free and durable. If you get tired of practicing your  putting you could use it for bowls or croquet. It’s also open all year round despite the weather. Get more information about this product here

The new Motocaddy S3 digital golf trolley is packed with new and useful features. A colour digital readout panel displays speed, time, and battery condition. You can also preset your favourite speed and while you are moving the cart displays the distance travelled which is good for checking the distance of shots. There are 3 distance readouts to choose from which is useful for keeping track of for example best round and total round distance. The cart also has a USB port which is handy for charging GPS devices during the round. Many other feaures are available, to check out the complete spec have a look at Motocaddy

It’s the only piece of equipment  you use on every shot. According to Titleist the golf ball you play makes a big difference. The Titleist golf ball fitting methodology is designed to make a difference in your game by helping you shoot a lower score. You do this by analysing your green to tee approach, and by using the ball fitting tool you discover which Titlesist ball would best suit your game. Finally some on course evalaution should confirm your final selection. You can try the golf ball fitting tool and watch the videos at Titleist

Mizuno has taken shaft fitting to a whole new level in creating their Swing DNA. It’s a system that identifies the unique blueprint in every swing, and addresses the most critical element of the entire custom fitting process. Now instead of a choice between stiff or regular shafts for your new set, the choice is based on Swing DNA recorded by Mizuno’s Shaft Optimiser. The Optimiser is a real golf club which records your individual swing using special strain gauges and software and it can narrow down a large range of shafts to the very best match to your swing. All factors such as clubhead speed, tempo, release, shaft angle are ingredients of the blueprint created. To find out more about this unique system visit Mizuno

The Taylor Made Rossa Core Classic putters will appeal to a wide range of classic putter fans. With five classic shapes, three blades and two mallets these putters promote better touch and improved putting due to the AGSI face insert. One of the top putters in its category the insert produces consistent roll without skidding. They also display excellent distance control through the nicely balanced head and show plenty of forgiving for this putter style. Well-struck putts are rewarded with a soft pop that produces smooth roll and simple the white alignment aid isn’t overdone. The range sports a rich, bold, attractive color scheme.  For more information go to Taylor Made and video