Golf Local, Rochester

Ping K15 Driver

Ping’s new driver features, “Straight Flight Technology“, by positioning 10 percent of the head’s mass toward the heel. “SF Tec” helps to promote more face rotation, in turn creating straighter ball flight.

You’ll also see big distance gains with the K15.

Combining a large-profile 460cc head and a club face that is longer heel to toe, the MOI is sizeable for consistent performance across the hitting surface. This design positions the center of gravity low and back to generate high launch and low spin.

DISTANCE: Most gain 10 to 15 yards; minimal distance loss on off center hits.
ACCURACY/FORGIVENESS: Little directional loss.
FEEL: Good stability across face.

PLAYABILITY: Draw bias; testers rarely lose shots to the right.
LOOK: Large, elongated crown inspires confidence; visual aid on crown

Other Models – PING G-15 & PING i-15
Pricing:
K-15: $299
G-15: $299
i-15:  $349

Further information can be found at Ping.  Get custom fit for this club and more at IPlayBetterGolf.

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CALLAWAY DIABLO OCTANE DRIVER
8 Yards Longer Than Titanium

Lighter, faster, stronger. It’s what makes the all-new Diablo Octane Driver a revolution. Fueled by Forged Composite, a unique new material from Callaway that allows superior distribution of clubhead mass, compared with all-titanium drivers. The result? A lighter clubhead that retains an extremely high MOI. The Diablo Octane Driver powers drives beyond those of its all-titanium predecessor, the Diablo Edge Driver, by an average distance of 8 extra yards. Experience the most powerful driver ever imagined – the Diablo Octane Driver with Forged Composite.

To learn more about the Octane Driver or to try it out, visit Pennfair Golf.

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TaylorMade R11 Driver

If you have been watching golf these past few weeks and wonder, ” Is that a white driver?  Who makes that? ”  Well, that club happens to be the new TaylorMade R11 driver and it is the most adjustable club in golf!  It features a new option called ASP = Adjustable Sole Plate.  The new acronym is visible on the sole of the club and will control the Face Angle at address to open, close or maintain neutral positions.  Combine this new option with the already available FCT and MWT and you have a ton of adjustments you are able to make.  It is amazing technology if you ask me.

TaylorMade R11 is white?

Everyone is buzzing with positive & negative opinions on the fact that the Taylormade R11 model may come standard in white.  The white color helps to combat the glare from the top of the club at address and is combined with a black club face.  This seems to be the new flavor at with Taylormade who also carries a Ghost putter series.

Other Models – Taylormade R11 TP Driver
TaylorMade will provide an R11 TP Driver as well.  You can bet it will be expensive too.  Most likely somewhere in the $699 range while the R11 will figure to price at $399.

Further information can be found at www.taylormadegolf.com.  You can also purchase this amazing new club at Play Better Golf.

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Golf apps are becoming very popular on the golf course and can help greatly with your game. There are many golf GPS units like the Sky Caddie Gps Unit that we reviewed before but why not save your money and download an app.

Check out the GolfLogix iPhone app. It is one of the best ones out there.

All FREE GolfLogix Club members get:
– Unlimited 4-player scoring
– Pro-level stat-tracking
– Aerial images of every hole
– Personal website to track your scores and stats at www.GolfLogix.com
– 24-hours Guest Champion Membership

Become a Champion Member
– GolfLogix Champion Members get all of the Club Member features plus:
– GPS distances to hazards/layups and greens on 25,800 golf courses worldwide
– Touch point landing distances on all aerials
– Member discounts and offers on all things golf
– The annual Champion Membership is only $39.95, less than a single golf lesson!

Height – 35’’
Weight – 6 Lbs. / 2.9 Kgs.
Material – 420D Plum Blossom Nylon & 250D Diamond Ripstop Nylon

The Izzo Breeze Cart Bag can be purchase on Izzo.com.

Details:
– 375 gram head
– 6061 Aluminum (aircraft quality)
– CNC milled
– Standard loft angle – 3 degrees
– Standard lie angle – 72 degrees

The Izzo Black Mamba is a fantastic putter.  To purchase your very own Black Mamba go to Amazon.com. They sell the unit for only $79.95.

Recently we were on Facebook and came across a product called The Golf Cradle. The Golf Cradle is a breakthrough golf club protector designed to safeguard your clubs as you transport them to and from the golf course.

The company was founded in 2006 and is based in Rochester, NY. The Golf Cradle was the company’s first invention, developed out of frustration of the inventors expensive golf clubs shifting and rolling about in the trunk of his car.

The Golf Cradle protects your clubs

One of the biggest investments made by a seasoned golfer is his or her golf clubs. The Golf Cradle protects that investment by elevating the club heads and open end of the bag. It locks down the golf clubs in place, preventing them from moving. Many golf clubs over time become weak when they are set in the trunk of a car. Using the Golf Cradle eliminates the chance of head and shaft damage.

GolfLocal.com tests out the Golf Cradle

We received our Golf Cradle via Fed Ex in a nice yellow box with the Golf Cradle logo on it.  Once opened the Golf Cradle was wrapped in a nice designed instruction package informing the user on how to use this product step by step. We placed the unit into the trunk and inserted the golf bag as instructed securing it with the straps provided.  It really was that simple.  The Golf Cradle kept the clubs elevated. My Callaway X22 irons and Taylor Made R9 driver did not shift at all.

It is as easy as 1, 2, 3 to install the Golf Cradle

1. First you insert The Golf Cradle golf club protector in the trunk of your car or SUV.  Its weighted base and ridged bottom are designed to ensure it stays put even over rough terrain.

2. Next you place the open end of your golf bag into The Golf Cradle golf club protector. The arms automatically close, grasping your bag and securing it in place.

3. Lastly you strap your bag in and lock it in place. The Golf Cradle golf club protector’s strap secures everything in place. The built-in buckle locks to keep your clubs stationary to and from the golf course. Simple as that!

Where to buy the Golf Cradle

We love the Golf Cradle! The Golf Cradle is a fantastic product. For all golfers that have invested in their golf clubs they need the Golf Cradle. To purchase the Golf Cradle you can visit them online a www.golfcradle.com. They sell the unit for only $24.95.

Also check out the Golf Cradle commercial – we think you’ll get a laugh.  Not sure I have ever seen golf clubs look like that in the back of a car but I guess it could happen.

New for 2010 the Revolver Pro Cart Bag combines Bag Boy’s unique revolving top and 2 external putter wells for the most convenient club access – and 8 pockets including a large removable cooler pocket – very nice.  The Bag Boy Revolver Pro Cart Golf Bag holds true to the Bag Boy reputation for quality and durability. The Bag Boy Revolver Pro Cart Bag is fully functional with 8 zippered pocket for plenty of storage. This golf bag is loaded with features to keep your game going smoothly.

Features Include:

– 10″, 14-way rotating top with full-length dividers
– Shaft-Lok Technology holds clubs firmly in place
– Tuckaway strap system secures shoulder strap while not in use
– 2 external putter wells with secure club lock bungee and hook
– 7 zippered pockets provide plenty of storage
– Oversized removable cooler pocket with magnetic closure
– Internal fur-lined valuables pocket and clip for keys
– Quick access Neoprene ball sleeve
– Molded trunk handle for easy lifting
– Easy access tee holder
– Cart sleeve prevents bag from twisting
– Includes matching rainhood
– Umbrella holder
– Carabiner clip
– Weight: 9.5 lbs

Purchase the Bag Boy Revolver Pro Cart Bag today at Amazon.com.

The Odyssey White Hot XG SRT putters combine a multi-layer insert with Saturn Ring Technology to give you phenomenal performance with any golf ball. Inspired by high-performance golf ball technology, the White Hot XG insert takes two materials with different properties and combines them to take the level of feedback and feel to an all-new high. Saturn Ring Technology features a high-density alloy ring weighting system and a lightweight milled aluminum body that precisely place the putter’s center of gravity (CG) and dramatically increase the Moment of Inertia. And with the tour-proven 2-Ball alignment system, lining up putts is easier and more accurate.

Features Include:

• High-Density Alloy Saturn Ring Weighting system provides an optimum CG location for a truer roll and an enormous MOI to help keep the putter on-line during the stroke
• Lightweight Milled Aluminum Body allows for distribution of weight to the perimeter of the head for better stability
• Multi-layer insert combines a soft, highly resilient core for enhanced feel with a thin, firm cover infused with urethane for exceptional feedback
• 2-Ball alignment system makes lining up putts easier and more accurate
• Textured Impact Zone enhances feel and clearly defines the optimum impact area

There are a lot of golf balls on the market: Titleist, Callaway, Nike, Top Flite and the list goes on and on. But there are only a few that will suit your game. We have broke it down into two groups based on overall skill level:

• Skilled/Competitve Player
• Recreational or Weekend Golfer

Skilled/Competitve Player

Ideally the skilled/competitive players have a low handicap – maybe 10 or lower and tend to swing the club head 90 mph or faster. The ball should have lesser compression offering greater spin to suit these players. We recommend the Titleist Pro V1 (Pro V1x), Callaway HX Tour IX / Callaway HX Tour Black & Bridgestone B330.

To purchase or review more about these golf balls you can visit our Online Golf Shop. We have partnered with Amazon.com to make sure all transactions are safe and secure. If you already have an account with Amazon it is easy and fast to checkout on GolfLocal.com.