Equipment
Your Golf Gift Guide
by SCOTT KRAMER
Yep , it ’ s already that time of year again . If you ’ re contemplating holiday gifts for your favorite golfer , you have some incredible options this year — regardless of your budget . Which is why we put together this helpful suggestion list . You honestly can ’ t go wrong with these products .
ECCO GOLF | BIOM TOUR SHOE
ECCO Golf ’ s BIOM Tour shoe sports the brand ’ s “ natural motion ” technology , so your golfer gets forward momentum and power with every swing . They can also expect a snug and secure fit along with low-to-theground construction and stability . Pivix spikes on the durable outsole combine with other grooves to ensure excellent traction and stability throughout a golf swing , while the waterproof membrane keeps feet dry and comfortable even in wet and cold weather . Then there ’ s a soft , ultralight midsole that results in bounce and energy return with every step down the fairway . The total shoe aim here is to deliver comfort through a balance of cushioning and rebound . It includes a removable and washable Ortholite insole that will keep a pillow-like feel for a long time . It ’ s offered in both black and white versions and makes an outstanding addition to any golfer ’ s armor . $ 190 , us . ecco . com
MOTOCADDY | M3 GPS DHC ELECTRIC CADDY
If you ’ re feeling especially generous this holiday season , consider gifting Motocaddy ’ s M3 GPS DHC Electric Caddy that helps golfers easily walk the course — without personally having to carry their bag . This rechargeable battery-operated cart not only follows a golfer around the course with a full set of clubs , it also has a built-in , high-resolution 2.8- inch LCD touchscreen display that shows distances to the front , middle , and back of every green . The trolley maintains a constant speed while moving down hills , so your golfer is always in complete control . All-terrain wheels and an electronic parking brake also help it negotiate steep slopes with maximum traction . Plus , it can be programmed to travel a pre-set distance on its own and there are more than 40,000 course maps preloaded . While it holds any golf bag , it can securely attach a Motocaddy bag without a lower bag strap . $ 1,200 , motocaddy . us
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