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Ping nFlight system

This February, Ping fitters will have a new tool at their disposal. The nFlight system talks directly with several types of Launch Monitor to make suggesting on-the-fly for optimum performance. This will help fitters dial the perfect length, loft, lie and grip for every club in the Ping arsenal. With their new fitting system, they can switch to any combination of head/shaft in seconds. This is really great stuff for golfers of all…

Ping Putters for 2008

Our major critique of the RedWood series was the glare on the finish in direct sunlight. This year, we find the same great heads, along with three finishes available. Nickel Plated, Star-Shot, and now Black Satin finishes are available on the Redwood series.
The I Series offer some new and old heads that have elastomer inserts. Overall, it is refreshing to see Ping with an impressive lineup again.

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Garmin GolfGPS

Garmin release the first Golf GPS unit compatible with all operating systems. While the device looks simple enough and feels good in the hand, we will have to get a hold of one for some real testing.

Apparel Part 1

Well we ventured over to the other side today. About 40-50% percent of the show floor is dominated by the apparel section, so we figured while it is not our forte that we should show you some of the things going on over there.
We have to say it was a bit scary for us. While the club and equipment people have reps that sell year round, most of the apparel sales for the year happen at the convention. It is all business over there. W…

2 New Balls from Top Flite

The D2 Was so successful last year, they decided to one-up themselves at Top Flite this year. With a re-designed logo, and some fresh ideas, they released the first 3-piece ball under $20 with the “Gamer” and the longest 2-piece ball ever in the “Freak”
We’ve got a few dozen balls to tear into when we get back to the lab, but here is a sneak-peek.

New Putters from Odyssey

Here are some quick pics of the new additions to the Black Series and White Hot series putters from Odyssey.
The new #9 and #7 feature the same Tungsten weighting, with the addition of a soft insert. The Sabertooth putter offers extreme parameter weighting, while giving you something to fend off bears and deer with if you are ever hunting for a ball in the woods!
More in-depth reviews forthcoming.
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PGA Show Bird’s Eye View

For those of you that would like to know the scope of the show. Please note this is only about two-thirds of it as it does not include the apparel section. Yeah….it’s a big show.

Ogio/J Lindeberg Bag

Really cool stuff here. For the fashion focused check out the JL bags. (nice!!)

Zero G bag

New from Sun Mountain. The Zero G bag has a belt that goes across your waist to help relieve pressure from your shoulders and the bag bouncing on your back. The new patented feature is supposed to reduce the weight on your shoulders by 80%, and we are all for that. With a suggested retail of approximately $199 this could be a winner for those who walk.

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