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Treat the golfer in your life with something special this holiday season
TITLEIST | 460CC TSR3
Sometimes it ’ s great to give yourself a gift , like the Titleist 460cc TSR3 ($ 799 / premium shaft , $ 599 / standard shaft ). It ’ s a player ’ s driver that combines speed , playability and distance through a new version of the brand ’ s renowned SureFit Adjustable CG track weighting . In line with previous Titleist drivers , this has that iconic tour-preferred shaping along with subtle refinements that improve aerodynamics . Expect a mid / high launch and low spin — which is a recipe for extra yardage . In our testing , it did not disappoint with respect to ball flight , distance and feel .
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ADIDAS | GOLF SAMBA
The adidas Golf Samba ($ 120 ) is a timeless shoe originally created to help footballers to train in firm and icy conditions , but this new version is available for golfers . It ’ s offered for men and women in four vibrant pastel colors — halo blue , clear pink , pulse yellow and crystal white . Available on a limited basis , these shoes are made with high-performance recycled materials , including water-resistant , durable microsuede and extra EVA cushioning in the midsole to enhance support and comfort . Spikeless outsole grips the turf and cement well in our testing .
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ONCORE | VERO X2
Previously only accessible to professional golfers , OnCore ’ s VERO X2 ($ 50 / dozen ) is a fourpiece ball featuring a high modulus , metal-infused mantle layer that ’ s connected to a thin , cast urethane cover by a nano-engineered transition layer . The result is a 95 compression ball that feels firm and is optimal for players with high swing speeds . It has the same general construction as its popular predecessor , VERO X1 , but the latest rendition delivers low driver spin and a high , wind-penetrating trajectory for even more distance and accuracy . Note : OnCore was the official ball used during the VSGA ' s 100-Hole Hike in September to support Youth on Course .
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