Equipment
The Fall
Refreshby SCOTT KRAMER
Make no mistake , the end of summer is not the end of the golf season . With your game just hitting its stride , accenting your gear with a few pick-me-ups may help you transition to the next level . Here are some possibilities .
CALLAWAY // OPUS WEDGE
Callaway ’ s Opus wedge aims to deliver the ultimate spin , versatility , and feel . Its " Spin Gen " clubface technology provides spin and control by combining a tighter pitch that increases the number of grooves on the face , an offset groove-in-groove pattern that enhances spin when the face is open , and an aggressive face blast that adds bite to chip shots . Tour pros are already flocking to it — in fact , Xander Schauffele used it to win the PGA Championship . The wedge fuses advancements from metal injection molding and tungsten for launch control , performance , and feel . Tungsten high in the topline gives you shots that launch lower with more control and spin into the green . Callaway offers it in four sole shapes . It ’ s offered in an all-new Platinum Chrome or an ultra-premium Platinum Blue finish . $ 230 blue , $ 180 chrome , callawaygolf . com
FUJIKURA // 2024 VENTUS RED AND VENTUS BLACK
Fujikura ’ s 2024 VENTUS Red and VENTUS Black are the brand ’ s latest VeloCore + driver and fairway wood shafts that feature premium bias core material to promote more energy . The Red is all about precision and launch and is ideal for golfers wanting a mid-high launch , higher ball flight , mid spin , and plenty of stability — meaning you get a lively feel with better control and consistency . You ’ ll see enhanced ball speeds and distance , while still maintaining accuracy and control . Meanwhile , the Black is designed to offer power and control . It ’ s geared for those with faster swing speeds seeking a low launch and low spin profile . It ’ s billed as the ultimate consistency upgrade — offering unparalleled stability and control , helping you achieve a more penetrating flight with higher ball speeds . It ’ s also extremely stable , so you get a stable feel with precise control at those higher speeds . These are available in weights ranging from 52 grams to 94 grams and flexes from R2 to X . $ 350 apiece , fujikuragolf . com
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