Virginia Golfer July / August 2015 | Page 38

Equipment Mid-Summer Dreams Elevate your game with new summer gear by SCOTT KRAMER BY THIS TIME OF YEAR, you’re probably all set for golf apparel and clubs. The cobwebs have been removed, you’re feeling energized by the game, and your getaways are all planned for the summer. But like most golfers, your score can always improve. Well, just in case something isn’t working quite right for you, consider these viable new goods. TOUR EDGE CB PRO F2 fairway wood 36 V I R G I N I A G O L F E R | J U LY / A U G U S T 2 0 1 5 PHOTOS BY THE MANUFACTURERS (4) Tour Edge’s Exotics CB PRO F2 fairway wood looks notably different than the original that emerged in 2013, with a smaller, matte black clubhead, and a redesigned “Slip Stream” sole. Its 159cc clubhead has a traditional shape that better players will appreciate. The patented, wave-looking sole is designed to rev up both clubhead and ball speed. To boot, the new waves are shorter in length than the original’s, which minimizes turf contact regardless of the attack angle and clubhead position at impact. New heel and toe cavities further minimize turf interaction, while making for ideal weighting and improving workability. Bottom line: the club moves fast and smooth through the turf from any lie. The refined size allowed engineers to tune the CG closer to the clubface, which in turn boosts ball speed. To boot, the premium beta titanium cup face has a variable face thickness design, lending forgiveness. It’s offered in lofts of 13.5, 14.5, 15.5, 16.5 and 17.5 degrees—for righties only. (CB PRO F2 fairway wood $400; touredge.com). w w w. v s g a . o r g