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The common narrative is that only budget-conscious golfers buy used clubs. But that’s not the full story. In reality, many savvy golfers are turning to the second-hand market, not just to save money, but to make smarter, more strategic gear decisions. There are benefits to buying used golf clubs that go beyond price, and some of them might surprise you. Let’s take a closer look at used vs. new golf clubs and the advantages to going second-hand.

Keeping your bag current without breaking the bank

Staying within two to three generations of the latest technology can make a measurable difference in performance.

Instead of sinking $4,000 into an all-new setup every few years, savvy golfers use the second-hand market to upgrade wedges, fairway woods, or irons incrementally.

The idea here is to keep the bag fresh without overextending the budget. It’s a smart way to ensure every club still meets modern performance standards but there’s room in the budget to play a few rounds.

Buying transitional gear during a swing change

When you’re working through a swing change, your equipment needs are likely to shift.

It’s been almost a month since COBRA released a limited edition DS-ADAPT driver.

I trust everyone has been able to cope.

Seriously, gang, we’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: No one does limited edition drivers like COBRA. No one.

If you need evidence to support that conclusion, I submit for your approval the Augusta-themed Season Opener, the island-vibed Palm Tree Crew collab and the Arnold Palmer Bay Hill Invitational gem. You may love ‘em, you may not, but you have to admit no one is doing these things quite like COBRA is.

And for the record, I am a fan.

When it comes to golfers getting the most out of their equipment, I suppose it boils down to two things:  performance and personalization.

Performance is all the stuff manufacturers build into a club – technology, exotic materials, whatever it happens to be that makes it universally better than what came before it (hopefully).

Personalization is the fitting stuff that makes it perform better in your hands, or, in some cases, the aesthetic tweaks that make it look better or maybe cooler to you.

Callaway’s Apex Ai iron offerings broadly fit first the description while the addition of Custom Color Weights to the Apex falls under the latter.

Admittedly, there’s no performance benefit here – at least none above and beyond what you get through fitting – but the new Custom Color option does give you the ability to personalize your Apex a bit by way of blue, silver, black, or copper weights.

Dialing in your wedge distances is one of the most important data points you can collect as a golfer. Our friends at Shot Scope have shared the average carry distance with each wedge based on handicap. Keep in mind that your personal swing speed, strike location (centeredness) and launch conditions will affect these numbers but they’re a great starting point if you are looking to dial in your wedge distances in 2025.

Pitching wedge distance

The average pitching wedge distance for golfers ranges from 90 to 140 yards. One important factor to consider when reviewing these pitching wedge distances is that loft can vary significantly between models.

For example, the pitching wedge in a Titleist 620 CB set has a loft of 47 degrees while the T200 pitching wedge is 43 degrees. As you work through your distances, always consider your specific wedge lofts, especially if you notice larger-than-expected gaps between clubs.

Gap wedge distance

The gap wedge fills the distance gap between the pitching wedge and sand wedge. At roughly 50 degrees of loft, the average gap wedge distances are between 79 and 126 yards. You’ll notice that, on average, the distance between the pitching wedge and gap wedge for most players is about 15 yards.

Sand wedge distance

The sand wedge typically has an average loft of about 54 degrees. It is designed for bunker shots, greenside play and approach shots from roughly 80 to 105 yards. With the sand wedge, the distance gap between lower- and higher-handicap golfers tends to narrow.

This week’s deals of the week feature a mix of clubs, shoes and services from the PGA Tour Superstore. Whether you’re looking to save on a new driver, some shoes or even lessons, we’ve got your back.

Check them out below and let us help you take your game to the next level.

TaylorMade SIM2 Max Driver

The SIM2 line of drivers was, in my opinion, one of the best launches TaylorMade has ever produced. Forged Ring Construction helps to achieve maximized distance and forgiveness, created from a high strength and lightweight aluminum. A speed injected twist face improves ball speed that is paired with a thru-slot speed pocket. If you are looking to upgrade your driver but don’t want to shell out $600 (I don’t blame you), look no further.

FootJoy Flex

The FootJoy Flex combines off the course comfort with on the course performance in a spikeless shoe. Performance mesh delivers excellent breathability to keep your feet feeling fresh while the VersaTrax outsole design maximizes traction during your swing. Take your shoe game to a new level of comfort with this sneaker-style golf shoe.

PGATSS 6-Pack Lesson Promo

If you’re looking to take your game to the next level, take advantage of this sale on a 6-pack of golf lessons with a certified professional at the PGA Tour Superstore. Session one begins with an assessment of your swing and equipment so that you can follow a customized lesson plan. FORESiGHT launch monitors and V1 Sports video analysis are used together to help get you playing your best!

Golf equipment marketing tends to simplify complex concepts.

For example, this oversimplification creates a tidy equation in the minds of most golfers:

Low spin driver = better player driver = faster swing speed driver

But what if this conventional wisdom misses a whole lot of nuance? What if, for many golfers, the math doesn’t work?

In years of Most Wanted testing, we’ve frequently seen “low spin” models rise to the top of rankings, even for our slower swing speed players. This contradicts the standard fitting advice which habitually suggests that slower swingers need more spin and forgiveness.

Haeran Ryu took only 27 putts en route to a 9-under 63 for a one-shot lead over Ariya Jutanugarn and Wei-Ling Hsu at the LPGA Black Desert Championship.

Scottie Scheffler made the turn in 29 on his way to a 10-under 61 for a two-shot lead over Rico Hoey and Jhonattan Vegas at the CJ Cup, with Cameron Champ among six players another shot back at 64.

Justin Thomas, on a recently released video from Titleist, bemoaned a miscalculation by amateurs. “It’s infuriating to me,” he said.

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OWGR chairman Trevor Immelman said LIV Golf has yet to again submit an application for the tour's competitors to receive world ranking points.

UK officials inquiring about a 2028 Open at Turnberry. Plus, PGA pros headed to Quail Hollow, Euros use Zurich for a Ryder Cup audition, Portmarnock plans approved, This, That and Reads.

In today's edition of Play Smart, Top 100 Teacher Debbie Doniger explains how to get the correct ball position with every club.

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Brandt Snedeker is the next man to captain the Americans in the Presidents Cup. But will he be good at the job?

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Rory McIlroy might be the best driver in the game. Here are two key moves that make him so lethal off the tee.

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Our gambling expert has already made four futures bets on the 2025 PGA Championship. Here's who he's favoring, and why.

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Want to build a solid short game? These five fundamentals will help you boost your contact and master your distance control.

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Generating power efficiently in your golf swing—especially with the driver—is all about using your body’s mechanics properly, not just swinging harder. Here's how to do it without losing control or balance:

1. Use Ground Force (Legs & Hips)

• Start From the Ground Up: Power begins in your feet and legs, not your arms.

• Shift Weight to Trail Side: Load onto your back foot during the backswing (around 60%–70% of your weight).

• Explode Through the Hips: Begin the downswing by shifting weight to your lead foot and rotating your hips before your arms move.

Tip: Think of pushing off the ground like a vertical jump—this is where power originates.

Full 2025 CJ Cup Byron Nelson tee times for Friday's second round in Texas, featuring Scottie Scheffler, Jordan Spieth and more.

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On Monday, acclaimed wedge designer Roger Cleveland will join GOLF’s Johnny Wunder for an interactive Q&A. Here’s how to be part of it.

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Attention, all shoe dogs: the limited-edition Justin Timberlake/Nike Golf "Raggio Di Sole" shoes are now available. Here's how to snag a pair.

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