BETTINARDI Inovai 8.0 Slant Neck putter
Bettinardi Golf has made upscale , well-crafted putters for years . Now the company has debuted its 358-gram Inovai 8.0 Slant Neck compact mallet . “ This putter adds a new level of innovation ,” says vice president Sam Bettinardi . “ We are now able to enter the ever-growing compact mallet segment with all of the performance characteristics that our Tour players have asked for . This new model is a game changer for our brand — players of all calibers will benefit from putting this new design into play .” $ 400 ,
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PXG 0317 XF GEN4 hybrids
Everyone can use a little help out on the fairway — or from the rough and bunkers . PXG ’ s new 0317 XF ( Xtreme Forgiveness ) GEN4 hybrids can help . They aim to be ultra-forgiving and deliver a nice combination of ball speed , ideal spin and smooth turf interaction . “ For those who need more forgiveness , our XF GEN4 clubs are our highest achievement yet ,” says PXG founder and CEO Bob Parsons . “ Our new hybrids not only pardon a multitude of sins , but also round out the lineup so you can take sharper aim , hit it farther , and score lower .” $ 249 ,
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ADIDAS Primeknit pullover
Right now is that challenging time of year between cold and warm weather . Out on the course , that means you need to layer clothing to stay warm yet keep it light enough to make full swings . That is where Adidas Golf ’ s Primeknit Quarter Zip Pullover comes into play . Available in classic black , it ’ s made of 100 percent recycled nylon flat knit ( part of the brand ' s mission to help end plastic waste ) to move with your body for an individualized fit while also keeping you warm during chilly rounds . $ 120 ,
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CALLAWAY Epic MAX Star driver
Callaway ’ s best-of-the-best Epic MAX Star driver has a lot going for it . It ’ s an ultra-lightweight , ultra-premium club loaded with all of the brand ’ s latest proprietary technology — highlighted by artificial intelligence-designed Jailbreak Speed Frame construction and “ Flash ” clubface that work together to yield forgiveness . It even features a superlight 36-gram graphite shaft and lightweight and soft Winn grip . It ’ s most ideal for slower swing speeds , as it helps generate clubhead velocity through impact for significantly more distance . $ 700 ,
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