One of the unique advantages adidas has as a 75-year-old sportswear brand is, well, 75 years of innovation, product and design to pull from when creating the latest and greatest.

This archive acts as a foundation for a lot of what the brand does today. Leaning on legacy products and storied heritage is exactly what differentiates adidas footwear from a sea of sportswear giants.

Sometimes, it’s learning from past failures to create something totally new and innovative. Other times, as is the case with the COURSECUP, they mine this wealth of knowledge and product to create something with modern bones and storied DNA.

What difference does 46 years make?

Before adidas landed on the new COURSECUP, they dove deep into the archives and spent time with the GOLD CUP from 1986. This 40-year-old golf shoe served as the inspiration for the COURSECUP, evidenced by the removable kiltie and oh-so-soft leather upper.

You’ll notice a few other surface-level changes, too. Namely, the absence of Velcro. While it played well in 1986, the “kids these days” are more into laces.

Great traction in a golf shoe gives you the confidence to swing without worrying about slipping or sliding. Golfers have traditionally turned to spiked shoes for the best grip but in 2025, we found that the top spikeless models now rival their spiked counterparts in traction. We’ve pulled together the three best spikeless and three best spiked golf shoes for traction. If you want to attack the ball without questioning the support under your feet, these are the shoes for you.

adidas adizero ZG (Spikeless)

The adidas adizero ZG is the most stable spikeless golf shoe of 2025 and it also tops the list for traction. It’s lightweight, low-profile and built with serious torsional rigidity.

The reason the adizero ZG didn’t top the list of best spikeless shoes in 2025 was its performance in the wet. The waterproof Sprintskin synthetic upper didn’t hold up quite as well as other waterproof protection.

Min Woo Lee is finally a PGA Tour champion. He’s been playing great golf lately so the win wasn’t a shock. The real surprise came when I saw the price of the grips he uses. Grips matter but I wanted to take a closer look at what makes these so expensive.

What grips does Min Woo Lee use?

Many professional golfers choose standard rubber or multi-compound grips from brands like Golf Pride or Lamkin. Min Woo Lee uses a grip called The Roo from The Grip Master.

These premium grips are made from authentic kangaroo leather which is lightweight yet highly durable. They’re treated with a proprietary plant-based substance that gives them a unique, sticky feel and helps maintain traction in all weather conditions.

According to The Grip Master, the tackiness is not just on the outside of the grip. It’s built into the entire skin. In other words, it’s not just a coating. The grips remain tacky for the entire lifespan.

How much do these grips cost?

Kangaroo leather is not cheap.

Folks, I’m no Marty Hackel. I’m not even the apparel guy around here. Frankly, I had never heard of Sunday Swagger (maybe I did but forgot) before the announcement of their new Spring Collection hit my inbox.

I can’t tell you anything about their materials, quality or fit, but I can tell you that the company was “founded in 2019 by visionary entrepreneur Mark Carmona to redefine and push the boundaries of golf fashion” and is a company that “never sacrifices comfort for personality.”

I tell you what, the golf apparel game sure has gotten serious. And while I’m as cynical as usual about all of it, I’m also almost of the generation that will click on absolutely anything.

So, yeah, you got me, PR person. You made me look.

Perusing the spring drop, I found three things I really like and one polo I wouldn’t put on my worst enemy’s corpse.

The 2025 Masters has finally arrived. Here's a list of every player in the field for the year's first major at Augusta National.

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How to watch the 2025 Masters at Augusta National from April 10-13, with complete Masters streaming info, TV schedule, tee times and more.

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OGIO golf bags are known for their bold patterns and unique look. When we tested golf bags in 2025, we looked at storage capacity, zipper functionality, weight, extra features, dividers and more. The OGIO cart bags did well, and a few of the stand bags finished in the top half of the test. A few did not. If you’re an OGIO golf bag fan, here are the details you need.

OGIO Silencer (Cart Bag) – Runner-Up for Best Cart Bag of 2025

The OGIO Silencer was the second-best cart bag of 2025 with a total score of 93.2/100. The Silencer is bold (like most of OGIO’s bags), has a stable base that sits well in a cart and is loaded with smart features like a molded valuables pocket and a club-silencing system. Not everyone will love the unique top but the storage and functionality are top tier. If you want flair and protection, this is your winner.

OGIO Woode (Cart Bag) – Top 10 in Cart Bag Testing

The OGIO Woode cart bag didn’t do as well as the Silencer but it still earned a top 10 overall. It has the more traditional eight-way Woode top so it’s better if the Silencer technology is not for you. Still, you’ll find good separation between woods and irons and a modern-looking cart bag. It’s also about a pound lighter than the OGIO Silencer.

OGIO Fuse (Stand Bag) – Best OGIO Stand Bag

The OGIO stand bags did not perform as well as the OGIO cart bags. The Fuse was the best of the OGIO stand bags, scoring 92.75 and finishing 16th out of 45 stand bags tested. It was noted as a good choice for its lightweight carry performance and solid storage capacity.

It’s the best OGIO option for walkers who want room for everything without adding extra weight and bulk.

The GOLF.com staff makes its sleeper selections for this week's Masters at Augusta National following Scottie Scheffler’s victory last year.

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The GOLF.com staff makes its picks to win for the 2025 Masters at Augusta National following Scottie Scheffler’s victory last year.

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Masters competitors will have to know how to get up-and-down around the greens at Augusta National. Parker McLachlin shows us how.

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Outside of Japan, Yuji Masuda-san isn’t as famous as he is in Japan. But to the surprise of many in the global golf industry, Masda Golf is a bigger name than both Miura and KYOEI in Japan.

For over twenty years, Masda Golf has been known as the best “G” brand in Japan. For those of you who are not aware, “G” Brand refers to smaller makers from Japan. And Masda Golf is at the top of that mountain.

He has appeared on Japan’s most famous variety television programs and rubbed elbows with famous Japanese baseball players and athletes, many of whom use his equipment. He is also well known as Jumbo Ozaki’s artisan club crafter, creating many of the custom irons, wedges, and putters throughout Jumbo’s famous career.

Who is Yuji Masuda?

Yuji Masuda is the visionary founder and master craftsman behind Masda Golf, recognized as the greatest among Japan’s “small” golf equipment makers. Since establishing the company in 2004, Yuji Masuda has committed himself to preserving the art of traditional Japanese club crafting, which seamlessly blends performance, beauty, and a deeply rooted respect for heritage.

Madelene Sagstrom ended a years-long LPGA Tour victory drought after beating Lauren Coughlin in the T-Mobile Match Play final.

Annual Drive, Chip and Putt sets the stage for the Tradition Unlike Any Other. But about the Chairman's Monday press conference, the Savory Tomato pies, and the latest forecast.

This week in Tour Confidential, we look ahead to the 2025 Masters and break down the finish of the 2025 Augusta National Women's Amateur.

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Brian Harman won the Valero Texas Open for his fourth PGA Tour title after switching to a new prototype putter. Here's more on his setup.

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Brian Harman shot a final-round 75, but he made a pair of key birdies on the back nine to win the Texas Open for his first victory since the '23 Open Championship.

Marc Leishman stunned a packed leaderboard to win LIV Golf Miami at Trump National Doral. Take a look inside his setup.

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Angel Cabrera won on the PGA Tour Champions on Sunday, making a late birdie for a 1-under 71 to win the inaugural James Hardie Pro Football Hall of Fame Invitational.

Brian Harman didn't have his best stuff over the weekend in San Antonio, but his game was good enough to win and end one pro's Masters dream.

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We are seeking three U.S.-based MyGolfSpy Forum members to test and provide feedback on the new Srixon ZXi irons. Each tester will have the opportunity to evaluate either a blended set or a straight set from the ZXi lineup, putting Srixon’s performance claims to the test in real-world conditions.​

The ZXi lineup features three distinct models—ZXi7, ZXi5, ZXi4—each with its own blend of materials, shaping and performance traits. Whether you’re looking for workability, forgiveness or speed, this series was designed to offer something for a wide range of players.

About the Srixon ZXi irons

The Srixon ZXi series introduces innovative technologies aimed at enhancing feel, distance and forgiveness:.

i-Forging Technology: This new forging process utilizes specific materials to improve feel and performance. The ZXi7 irons feature S15C steel, Srixon’s softest steel to date, while the ZXi5 and ZXi4 irons have faces that are 14 percent softer than previous models. ​
PureFrame expansion: In the ZXi7 irons, an expanded PureFrame design reduces vibrations by 9.3 percent according to Srixon, enhancing feedback and feel. ​
MainFrame Variable Face Thickness: Present in the ZXi5 and ZXi4 irons, this technology maximizes ball speed and forgiveness through a network of milled channels on the backside of the face. ​
Tour V.T. Sole Geometry: Ensures clean turf interaction for more controlled strikes, now included in the ZXiU utility irons for added versatility. ​

Will these advancements translate to better on-course performance and irons that outperform their competitors? 

Tester Responsibilities

Selected testers will:

Evaluate performance: Assess the irons across various aspects, including distance, forgiveness, feel and overall playability.​
Test in real-world conditions: Use the irons in diverse playing situations to determine their versatility and performance consistency.​
Engage with the community: Share testing experiences, insights and any fitting adjustments in the MyGolfSpy Forum, fostering discussions and aiding fellow golfers in understanding the nuances of these irons.​
Provide honest feedback: Offer unbiased opinions to help fellow golfers make informed decisions.​

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Open to U.S.-based Forum members onlyRegistration closes April 8Testers will be announced on the MyGolfSpy Forum

Note: Applicants must be registered MyGolfSpy Forum members to be considered for testing.