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When Francis Scott Key penned the words;

And the rockets’ red glare
The bombs bursting in air
Gave proof through the night
That our flag was still there

He couldn’t have known the impact it would have on commercial goods. Nearly 200 years later, the Star Spangled Banner is used as inspiration for special celebratory patriotic-themed gear, including this sweet new “Stars and Stripes” collection from TaylorMade.

The red, white and blue collection of goods includes things like custom headcovers, golf bags and a few themed golf balls.

I’m a fan of the Frozen Fireworks headcovers which play on the Stars and Stripes theme with a frozen twist. The best piece, though, is the Tour Response Stripe golf ball. Almost too pretty to hit!

Your greenside game can make or break your scores. Try as you might, chances are you aren’t going to hit all your greens in regulation. The ability to get up and down is often essential to keeping a good round going. Sadly, if there’s an area of the game where the yips are the most prevalent, it’s probably chipping. If Tiger once had the yips, it could truly happen to anyone. Enter the Arias Golf TB-30 Chipper.

The Testing Opportunity

Founded in 2015 by JR Robert, the defining feature of Arias Golf Canada clubs is zero offset (and sometimes even some onset). Offset is the distance between the leading edge of the club face and the hosel and Arias isn’t shy in saying “offset is a useless, annoying feature that should never be there.” In the case of the TB-30 Chipper, the unique no-offset build offers to enhance alignment and shot-making around the green. It could be the answer to those golfers struggling with chunking chips and tight lies around the greens. Arias says “the TB-30 is a must-have if you struggle to get up and down around the green with conventional wedges or prefer using your putter from the back of the fringe.”

From the Testers: First Impressions

We selected three testers for the opportunity to test, review and keep the Arias Golf Canada TB-30 Chipper, zero offset and all. Right away, each tester noticed the chipper was decidedly different from a typical golf club. For instance, tester Bulldog wrote, “Upon handling the club, there were a few surprises. It has a low profile head. It’s definitely a smaller looking head than any club I’ve used, but the shape is pleasing to my eye. The second surprise is the weight. With a head weight of 324 grams, this chipper comes in close to putter weight territory. The third surprise is the lie angle which is at 70 degrees. My current putter is 69 degrees. There’s definitely a putter setup feeling over the ball.”

From the Testers: On Course Performance

The rest of the testers agreed with GolfSpy SAM when they got the TB-30 on the course.  Tester BigMacQue admitted to taking a bit of time to get used to the club but eventually began seeing great results, stating, “Once I mastered the club in play it was very effective…90% of the time, I could put the ball where I wanted it. I hit this club from distances out to about 65 yards, I hit it over bunkers, I hit it out of rough, and even hit it off the cart path.”

Bulldog also observed the chipper was “…easy to aim at the target. It can produce really satisfying results under the right circumstances.”

Lexi Thompson made six birdies on her way to a 4-under 68 and a one-shot lead over Nelly Korda and Patty Tavatanakit after the first round of the KPMG Women's PGA Championship on Thursday.

Tom Kim shot an 8-under 62 on Thursday in the first round of the Travelers Championship, good for a 2-stroke lead, while world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler loomed 3 shots back.

Byeong Hun An withdrew from the Travelers Championship during the first round on Thursday due to illness.

The game is thriving on pint-sized layouts, and now more of them are eligible to be brought in by the World Handicap System.

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Rory McIlroy missed two putts on the closing stretch to lose the U.S. Open, but Padraig Harrington says it wasn't so simple.

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I took a lesson with GOLF Top 100 Teacher Tony Ruggiero, who found one little fix that was actually a big fix — better contact, instantly.

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Charlie Woods, the teenage son of 15-time major winner Tiger Woods, qualified for the U.S. Junior Amateur on Wednesday.

The post ‘I want to win’: Charlie Woods qualifies for U.S. Junior Amateur appeared first on Golf.

Complete 2024 Travelers Championship tee times for Friday's second round, featuring Tony Finau, Patrick Cantlay and more.

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In today's edition of Play Smart instructor Kelan McDonagh explains how you can save several strokes per round with smart approach play.

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How to watch the 2024 KPMG Women's PGA Championship on Thursday, including full Women's PGA TV coverage and streaming info for Round 1.

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Bad shots happen. So does bad behavior. In a recent GOLF.com survey, readers described the worst on-course conduct they've seen.

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With the Travelers Championship and LIV Golf Nashville coming up soon, we take a look at everything from Jon Rahm's injury recovery to Bryson DeChambeau's Olympic snub.

If you like to think that innovation in golf equipment is dead and all this technology OEMs tout is just marketing BS, the player’s distance iron category would like a word.

Player’s distance irons have only really been a thing since 2018. It used to be that if you wanted distance and forgiveness in an iron, you had the game-improvement category.  If you wanted precision and workability, you had the player’s iron category of forged blades and cavity-backs.

That left a rather sizable gap in between and if there’s one thing that nature (not to mention industry) hates, it’s a gap.

The evolution of player’s distance irons doesn’t follow the strict tenets of Darwinism but it is a fascinating study. Seven years ago, it simply didn’t exist outside of a few misfit clubs erroneously categorized as game improvement. But thanks to advances in design technology and manufacturing capabilities, the player’s distance iron is arguably the most tech-driven equipment category in the game.

And one of the leaders in that category might surprise you.

This past Sunday at the U.S. Open was an instant classic.

All the ingredients were there for a memorable finish. Two star players, competing on a historic layout, went down to the wire with a major championship on the line.

Adding in the context of Bryson DeChambeau’s renaissance, Rory McIlroy’s major drought and the ongoing schism in professional golf, the entertainment value surpassed most majors in recent memory.

That got us thinking about how this past major Sunday compares to others.

This is highly subjective but I used the following criteria to identify the top 10 major finishes since 2000:

If your wedding party consists of a group of avid golfers, chances are your groomsmen will appreciate some of the gifts on this list. Whether you need something to add to a group gift or want a product that will wow them, you’ll find options here that work as a great golf groomsman gift.

Tifosi Swank XL Neon Sunglasses

The Tifosi Swank XL Neon Sunglasses are lightweight, durable and perfect for any outdoor activity. They have shatterproof polycarbonate lenses, a must on the golf course. In addition, they offer 100 percent UVA/UVB protection.

When it comes to wearing these on the course, the hydrophilic rubber ear and nose pieces keep the glasses in place even on those big swings. The Tifosi Swank XL Neon Sunglasses sell for $29.95.

Who it’s for: Perfect for active golfers and anyone who spends time outdoors. Fair-priced sunglasses that hold up over time.

Oath Nutrition Coco Razz Protein

The Oath Nutrition Coco Razz Protein is a great gift for groomsmen if you are trying to put together a gift bundle or package for each groomsman. Each serving contains 20 grams of high-quality whey protein and only 90 calories per serving.

The MyGolfSpy Forum offers all types of golfing products for our members to test, review and keep. However, the opportunity to have our members review golf-specific sunglasses from Sundog was a first.

About Sundog

A Calgary-based company founded in 1983, Sundog is dedicated to providing high-quality, performance-driven sunglasses for athletes and outdoor enthusiasts. Sundog focuses on superior protection, clarity and comfort. Their products are designed to meet the specific needs of golfers, runners and cyclists, as well as those who enjoy other outdoor activities.

Sundog works to advance their technologies and materials in their eyewear. This is highlighted by their proprietary TrueBlue and Polarized lenses. Sundog says these lenses “reduce glare and provide crystal-clear vision, allowing you to see more clearly and comfortably in bright sunlight.”

With more than 40 years of experience, Sundog has earned a reputation for excellence in design, innovation and customer service. Its products are sold worldwide and the company continues to expand its reach while staying true to its core values of performance, quality, and innovation.

Yet, despite their years of experience, many of our Forum members were unaware of Sundog and what they have to offer, making this the perfect testing opportunity.

The latest edition of GOLF's Proving Ground pits Cobra's Limit3d against the writer's gamer iron set to see if they live up to the hype.

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How to watch the 2024 Travelers Championship on Thursday, including full TV coverage and streaming information for Round 1.

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