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ECCO Cage Pro Golf Shoe–Feet First eccousa.com Bridgestone Tour B Golf Balls–To B Fit or Not B Fit bridgestonegolf.com
Finding a comfortable golf shoe for my wide feet has always been an My late father would describe the ideal golf ball that he would like to play
ongoing challenge. About 10 years ago, I was introduced to ECCO as one that would go straight and was allergic to both wood and water.
footwear for the course and became an immediate fan for the comfort and Well, he never found that magic formula, but the advancements in the
style. They offered everything I was looking for in a golf shoe. The Cage golf ball world since his days has made it easier to play the proper ball
Pro, one of ECCO’s latest designs, has a unique sole that looks like it may that fits your game. Bridgestone Golf has always been one of the leaders
have been developed by NASA. The SPYDR-GRIP design uses naturally in premium golf balls, and their new for 2018 Tour B series combines
placed pivot points for stability as opposed to a standard golf shoe grid, and it’s lightweight with a golf ball performance with modern technology to make sure you pull out the right ball on the first tee.
water-resistant leather layer. Most shoes, particularly golf shoes, need a bit of a work-in period to sustain Bridgestone used data from more than 3 million ball fittings to identify the needs of players who can now
complete comfort and fit. The ECCO Cage had a decent fit right from the outset. Now, the part I really go through either of two different fittings to find the model best suited for their game. The free BFIT
like. The shoe comes with a removable inlay sole that allows my extra wide foot the extra wide width it Golf Ball Fitting App turns your iPhone into a launch monitor or the online “Quick Fit” shows you fitting
needs! See the selection of all the golf shoes and other footwear on their website, and you can visit DICK’S options. My game (average score and low-mid club speed) fit the Tour B RX model. Three other type balls
Sporting Goods to get golf ready the ECCO way this spring. (X, XS, and RXS) round out the series. These tools now make it a no-brainer to play the appropriate ball.
Be fit.
Ballpark Blueprints Fleece Blanket–Warm UP ballparkblueprints.com
TecTecTec Laser Rangefinders–See See Rider US.TecTecTec.com
The brutal cold spell we experienced will long be remembered, and thank
goodness, I had one of the NEW fleece blankets offered by Ballpark Laser Rangefinders can be a great tool on the golf course when picking
Blueprints to warm up. Yes, they have found another way for you to show out the proper yardage before attempting any shot. My conversations
your love for the game of golf or for your favorite sports team’s venue. with golfers have led me to believe some feel like (1) rangefinders are too
I chose the Pebble Beach design, and as with Ballpark Blueprints’ other expensive and (2) rangefinders are complicated to use. They obviously
products, I was impressed with the detail of the actual print. But what have not tried the TecTecTec line that will most likely eliminate those two
jumped out this time was the quality of the blanket. It has a super soft concerns. I tend to agree that the easier the rangefinder, the better, and
fleece face with a fluffy-warm Sherpa reverse. It would be a nice addition we would put TecTecTec’s right up there for their straightforward use. All
to your game day gear or maybe even part of your early morning tee-time models have three scanning modes allowing you to get the right distance whether you are firing at the flag
essentials. For me, it has become a friend to my couch and those who or just avoiding a hazard. The viewing screen is clear and concise, and the graphics are simple to read. The
frequent it. Ballpark Blueprints has more than 90 prints available and entire array of TecTecTec rangefinders come in standard or “S” models that adjust readings to elevation
an ever-growing selection of merchandise that would make excellent gift changes. This handsome device could make the difference between having to play out of the bunker or
choices for that sport enthusiast Dad on Father’s Day. putting for birdie. Get one and you may SEE lower scores.
CEP Compression Socks–The Blood Pumper cepcompression.com Blast–Capture the Motion blastmotion.com
Because they are absolutely the best golf sock we have reviewed, we want Any serious golfer should consider this device, especially if you are looking
to talk about the CEP Compression Socks again. This year you will likely to improve your game using all of the technology and resources available.
see more PGA Tour players choosing a compression sock, because they see The Blast Motion Sensor is a swing analyzer device about the size of a
the benefits that they bring. In a nutshell, CEP has engineered socks that quarter that attaches to your club to provide accurate real-time motion
promote maximum blood circulation by pushing blood though your legs and statistics. After initially stumbling through the set-up (so easy, even a
back to the heart to get those feet and leg muscles the fresh, oxygenated 60-year old can do) and once I got things up and running, I was able to see
blood they need. Our favorite styles include the ultralight no-show and low-cut that prevent golfers from readings on my swing as if I were using a unit at a driving range. Now, let
getting those comical tan lines 3 inches above their ankles. That’s NOT a good look padre. These styles me tell you some of the cool stuff that the Blast Motion Sensor and App can do. You can capture, replay,
obviously work best with shorts and warmer weather but not to worry. CEP Compression Socks have and share golf videos of your swings with the corresponding metrics overlaid on the video. Slow Mo? No
a wide variety of styles for just about any activity or climate. Get the blood moving and look for better problemo. Real-time motion of your driving, iron play, and putting are now here with the Blast Motion
results on the links. Sensor. The website comes with plenty of support to help you through the process. Blast also has created
motion sensors for baseball and softball but remains a teaching tool for the new age of golf!
HackersRx–Keep It Simple hackersRX.com
Hydaway Bottle–Disappearing Act hydawaybottle.com
Golf, as we all know, is one of the hardest games to master. Most of us
could always use a little tip to help our play and scoring potential. Well, Here’s another clever idea for golfers or anyone who is on the go. We
here’s a big tip. It all starts with aim, stance, and ball position. The have reviewed many drink bottles here at The Golf Guide over the years
HackersRx training tool is a simple to use aid that works on those big three but none quite like the Hydaway collapsible bottle. This very unique water
fundamentals to your set-up and swing. Product Inventor Dr. Dick Miller bottle does what it says. It literally expands to 6 inches for use and folds
calls his baby “The Prescription for Proper Practice.” Coming from a retired surgeon, I guess he knows up like an accordion down to 1 inch when not in use so that you can easily
his medicine! HackersRx can be used outdoors and indoors during the off season. Simply adjust the device carry it in a golf bag or gym bag. The large size can hold up to 21-ounces
on the practice surface, and you will get some instant reference on your stance and alignment. It can of water and it also fits handily in most car or golf cart cup holders. So, it’s portable, it’s collapsible, and
assist the beginner golfer into getting into the practice of a proper stance and position and assist the better it’s re-usable. It even has a carrying handle and a flip up straw for those who prefer sipping. The Hydaway
player who wants to flight the ball higher/lower or looking at swing path for fades and draws. Several comes with a watertight guarantee and is dishwasher safe. For those of us that need a splash of flavor or
players and teachers use this as a regular practice utensil. The online training guide can take you step by carbonation, the Hydaway can handle both. It comes in eight bright colors and right now is sold exclusively
step for each shot and club in your bag and can be purchased from their website or at Amazon or eBay. online. Get a Hydaway today before it disappears!

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