Equipment
Fresh Looks Abound as 2017 Swings into High Gear
THE 2017 PGA MERCHANDISE SHOW has come and gone, and a host of new products are available to help make the new golf season more fun, more cool and more on target. Visit the listed websites to learn more about these and other useful products.
by LISA D. MICKEY
BAG BOY Chiller Hybrid stand bag
Richmond-based Bag Boy introduces its new Chiller Hybrid stand bag designed for carts or carrying. A removable insulated cooler bag fits in the golf bag and can hold four 12-ounce cans or lunch. The design features a 14-way top with full-length club dividers. The lightweight nylon golf bag weighs just less than 6 pounds. The strapless Top-Lok technology snaps the bag into three models of the company’ s pushcarts. bagboy. com, Price: $ 179.00
NIKON Coolshot rangefinder
Long known for its quality optical equipment, Nikon introduces its new Coolshot 80 VR and 80 iVR rangefinders with Optical Vibration Reduction to lock in your targets without shaking. Model iVR can measure uphill and downhill slopes. Weighs 7.1 ounces and ergonomic design fits in one hand. Waterproof and fog-proof. Measures 8 to 1,000 yards. nikongolf. com, Price: $ 399.95( 80 VR), $ 449.95( 80 iVR)
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