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The swing robotic confirmed Cleveland's Launcher XL2 driver is a great option — if you struggle in these areas.

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Based on the success of the PLD putter line, Ping is adding 5 new Tour-proven models in 2024 along with new customization options.

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With the help of AI, Wilson has reimagined its popular Dynapower Forged irons to offer players' distance performance without losing feel.

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Are you confusing your driver swing with your iron swing? As I watched Nick Taylor come from behind to win the Waste Management Phoenix Open, I noticed that his head seemed to stay in the exact same position from setup to impact. He never rushed his setup, and his body was just rotating (not swaying). Of course, the TV cameras were focused on his drives and hitting a drive is totally different than hitting an iron shot. That may be the solution for YOUR game too.

Don’t be confused between a teed up driver swing and all other club swings which are off the deck.

There are so many products, promotions and blogs about the swing with a driver and the swing with fairway woods, hybrids and irons. Unfortunately our brains seem to love the driver swing and tend to mess-up the swing for all other clubs. You can’t afford to make this mistake. The setups and swings are quite different.

One similarity is that you should be setting up your leading arm by rotating your elbow to face directly up your target line. Yes, you can actually grip your club with your leading arm and rotate your elbow. You will see all pro golfers do this automatically. It’s second nature for them but we rarely see anyone highlight this very important component for every setup. By the way, your trailing elbow should be pointing down away from your trailing side so that it can easily be bent during your backswing.

Driver Swing: The driver is designed with very little loft because you have the opportunity to swing up on your teed up ball for driver shots. Always setup with your teed up ball off your leading heel. Tilt your trailing shoulder down and point your shaft up your leading arm and shoulder. You may want to also setup with your club resting on the ground about 4 inches back from your ball as that is the low point in the arc of your swing. Impact the ball in the center of your club face.

Ping's all-new S159 wedges offer something for every golfer, including Ping's most comprehensive-ever selection of bounce and grind options.

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Shortly after finishing a 27-year run of wearing NIKE gear, Tiger Woods has decided on his next apparel landing spot.

Woods has announced an expanded partnership with TaylorMade, a brand set to make its first meaningful entrance into the apparel space. The 15-time major champion has played TaylorMade clubs dating back to 2017—now he will be the face of its new Sun Day Red apparel line. 

The line will launch on May 1.

“It’s the right time in my life,” Woods said Monday at an unveiling party. “It’s transitional. I’m not a kid any more. I want to have a brand I’m proud of going forward.”

According to TaylorMade CEO David Abeles, the new brand is a separate vertical within TaylorMade’s holding company. It is based in San Clemente, California, rather than TaylorMade’s Carlsbad headquarters, and will have its own staff.

PING PLD Milled line gets a refresh.All PLD Milled putters are milled from steel, aluminum or both.Two blades and three malletsPING has also launched their PLD Milled Plus online customization tool.MSRP $485 PLD Milled and $585 PLD Milled Plus

One of the things I love about PING is their seemingly blase response when they release new clubs. Compared to the marketing fanfare that accompanies other companies’ releases, PING’s approach to releasing gear is far less in your face. Writing press release copy for PING seems like an easy job. Here is how I would write up a typical release if I worked for PING:

“Here’s some new PING equipment. We think it’s pretty good.”

For PING, that type of statement is full-court press marketing, typically reserved for a big ticket item like the new G430 MAX 10K. For a smaller release, like putters, the release often feels more like, “Oh, and there are some new putters over there by the couch as well.”

It’s not that PING thinks their gear is sub-par, or even average. It’s actually the opposite. They know their gear is amazing and they let it do the talking. The fisherman who knows he has the biggest lure doesn’t need to validate that fact by flashing his flasher in front of every other angler.

Just whip that lure out into the water. The fish will take notice.

With the new S159 wedges, PING hopes to translate PGA Tour success into retail success, so it only makes sense that its new wedges leverage more inspiration and feedback from the Tour than any previous PING design.

With S159, PING took the options previously spread across its various wedge lineups and unified them into a single family. It’s the most complete wedge lineup to date.

Even with that, PING may not be the first brand that comes to mind when you think about wedges, but it shouldn’t be far from the top of the list. It’s not that the company doesn’t have plenty of history in the category (Eye 2, anyone?) but, for a brand known for its forgiving products, making noise in the wedge category presents a bit of a challenge.

That’s not to say the designs aren’t forgiving but PING gets there a bit differently with its other families and, while there’s a lot that goes into it, building the perfect wedge for any given golfer starts with the grind.

Grinds

While PING has always offered wedges, it has rapidly evolved into what I’d classify as a full-service wedge company. With its S159 wedges, PING will offer 25 different loft and grind combinations. Within the lineup, there’s the proverbial something for everyone. The upside is that there’s definitely a combination of wedges in the matrix that’s going to work for you. The downside is that variety can cause confusion and, for some, finding the right grind might feel intimidating.

Tiger Woods is starting a new year with a new look, announcing Monday evening an extended partnership with TaylorMade Golf to launch a lifestyle brand that will be called "Sun Day Red."

There is a lot of cool gear in the golf equipment world that doesn’t always fit neatly into Most Wanted Tests or Buyer’s Guides. You still want to know how it performs. In our We Tried It series, we put gear to the test and let you know if it works as advertised.

What We Tried:

Under Armour’s new Phantom Golf shoes. The golf-specific variant of the Baltimore-based brand’s best-selling running/training shoe, the HOVR Phantom.

Who Tried It:

Connor. Director of Soft Goods Testing and resident sneakerhead. The non-golf Phantom is my go-to shoe when I need something comfortable for the gym or the airport. If its golf-specific brother shares any of the same comfort, Under Armour’s got a winner on its hands.

Behind the Design

Before we go any further, we’ve got to talk about the design. The new Phantom Golf shoes share a lot of DNA with the non-golf variant. In design and performance, the shoes are largely the same.

That said, Under Armour made three key improvements to the Phantom design to make them appropriate for the golf course: upgraded traction, more durable materials and a waterproof membrane.

Welcome, fellow DIY golfers! We have all seen amazing stamped and paint-filled golf clubs from Titleist, Callaway, TaylorMade and other manufacturers. You’ll no doubt be thrilled to find out that the process of paint-filling golf clubs is not so complicated that you can’t do it yourself! Read on to find out how.

In this MyGolfSpy guide, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of cleaning, painting and finishing your golf clubs with new paint aesthetics, enhancing not only their appearance but maybe even your game.

Materials And Tools Needed:

Golf clubs for refinishing (putter, wedges, irons)Paint remover – Acetone, nail polish remover, paint thinner, etc.Gloves – Rubber safety gloves are advised as some materials are corrosive.Paper towel or ragCustom paint-fillCotton SwabsBucket or container for paint removal solutionMask and protective eyewearTooth Brush

Before Getting Started

As with all projects, having a plan and thinking the process through is essential. While this can also be done after the existing golf club paint is removed, I prefer to have a full plan before getting started.

The first decision is whether to start the process with the clubheads attached or removed from the shaft. Both methods work but leaving the golf club intact requires a bit of extra attention to not affect the integrity of the bond between the two components.

Choosing Your Paints

This is probably the most fun portion but also the toughest decision. Choosing a color may cause the most anxiety but there are also several options by which to apply your paint-fill. G-Paint is a trusted MyGolfSpy product with a variety of colors. Acrylic paint pens are another excellent option as they come in just about every color imaginable. Bottom line: There are all sorts of paints to choose from. Your imagination may be the biggest limitation.

The new Wilson Dynapower Forged irons are going to complicate your life. Sorry. There’s no other way to look at it.

If you have your heart set on new player’s distance irons from Mizuno, Titleist, TaylorMade or any of the other usual suspects, do NOT hit the Wilson Dynapower Forged. And if you’ve pledged your undying love and devotion to your current irons, you really don’t want to hit the Wilson Dynapower Forged.

Seriously, these irons will make you rethink every decision you’ve ever made and regret every conclusion you’ve ever jumped to.

Ignore these warnings at your own peril.

You don’t usually get that kind of rash impetuosity from MyGolfSpy and, yes, the supporting material is largely anecdotal. But all I can say, my friends, is that you and I have been together on these pages for nearly 10 years now. If our relationship means anything at all to you, give these things a whack.

Changes are coming to next year's WM Phoenix Open in the wake of a series of incidents involving fans and golfers, overcrowding on the course and the suspension of both admissions and alcohol sales Saturday, a tournament official told the Golf Channel.

What do you do if a playing partner marks your ball and replaces it without asking for permission? Rules Guy has the answer.

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After his split from longtime partner Nike, Tiger Woods has unveiled a new logo and clothing brand, Sun Day Red, to start 2024.

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In today's edition of Play Smart, we look at how PGA Tour pros dial in their putting strokes when practicing.

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Struggling to remain calm while playing poorly? GOLF Teacher to Watch Alison Curdt shares her tips on how to build a strong golf mental game.

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The 2024 PGA Genesis Invitational is here! Will favorite Scottie Scheffler take home the top prize? Check out how to watch the action on ESPN now.