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2014 PGA Merchandise Show: The Xventure Begins

Xventure-GolfAt this week’s 2014 PGA Merchandise Show Bracketron has unveiled its new Xventure Golf line, which includes a wide range of mounts, chargers and accessories that help tech savvy golfers use mobile devices to improve their game. The new products include the TriCaddy XL, a golf tripod that includes a tablet holder and can be positioned to record a full golf swing.

Designed for indoor and outdoor use, the TriCaddy XL provides players with a portable and easy way to record their full golf swing for analysis and review. With its four-section adjustable legs, the tripod provides easy positioning and height adjustment, offering a range of 15 to 35 inches. It features a tablet device holder for effortless, hands-free recording, and the tripod also features a dual standard 1/4″ thread and t-notch adapter for optimal flexibility plus 360 degree rotation for portrait or landscape use.

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No Fake ID Here

NikeiDLast fall Nike asked consumers and golf fans to create a customized design for the Tiger Woods 14 golf shoes and we have a winter. The customization from the NikeiD is the real deal, and the Nike TW’14 has been unveiled.

The winning shoe was designed by Dane Thompson (@DaneJThompson), a big golf fan from Iowa. He create a patriotic theme for what he deemed will be a big year for Tiger, and Thompson designed the shoe with a white leather upper, blue midsole, and red Nike Swoosh, Nike Flywire and lace highlights. The shoe’s inspiration was to support team USA in the upcoming Olympics and the 2014 Ryder Cup, as well as to support Tiger in red, white, and blue at the 2014 US Open. Aside from the pride of designing Tiger’s favorite customized Nike TW’14 shoe, Thompson will have his design worn by Tiger on Tour in the early part of the 2014 season. Also, Thompson will receive a pair of the Nike TW’14 he designed.

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PGA 2014 Merchandise Show: OGIO’s New Shoe

OGIO-ShoesThis week at the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando OGIO is expanding its line of golf apparel with the introduction of its highly-anticipated footwear. Available in four models the line includes the Race, City Spiked, City Turf and Sport shoes, which each have unique design elements to address golfers’ needs.

The company noted that it looks to deliver three crucial features including style, comfort and performance. The design of each shoe is made to stabilize a golfer’s swing platform and improve balance to enhance the game. The shoes are constructed from high quality materials for comfort and durability, and OGIO’s golf shoes promise the most comfortable “out of the box” golf experience, while withstanding the toughest conditions in all types of climates. Continue reading PGA 2014 Merchandise Show: OGIO’s New Shoe

Nike’s Lunar Empire

Lunar-EmpressJohn Carter may have met a princess on Mars, but Nike is looking to rule the moon – or at least the golf course with its new Nike Lunar Empress women’s golf shoes. These don’t feature any rocket boosters, but to feature innovative technology including Nike Lunarlon, Dynamic Flywire and Integrated Traction meaning they’ll offer the benefits of natural motion, cushioned comfort, control and breathability combined in a waterproof shoe.

“We’ve loaded up the new Lunar Empress with performance features designed to benefit golfers of all levels who want a flexible yet supportive shoe with amazing comfort,” says Lee Walker, Nike Golf Global Footwear Marketing Director. “It’s been fun working with golfers during product testing for the Lunar Empress and seeing their reactions to the shoe – how excited they are to welcome the fresh, sporty design to their ensemble and also their surprise at just how light it is.”

The shoe is so light, at just 7.4 ounces per shoe, that it might make wearers think they’re walking in lower gravity. Each step will also be softened as these offer responsive, full-length Lunarlon cushioning that runs from heel to toe.

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Storm Trooper

StormSuitSpring isn’t exactly around the corner but when it gets here you won’t want a little rain to spoil your day on the fairway. The Antigua Storm Suit will have you covered. This 100 percent polyester, waterproof and seam-sealed suit promised to be packable, and can fit even in a small golf bag. While lightweight and made to travel, it also includes a number of hidden features that make it comfortable to wear.

It includes pass-through pockets, an elastic draw cord waistband, an adjustable bungee toggle bottom hem, and hidden zipper pocket on the inside left chest. With this you’ll be a storm trooper and ready to take on those rainy days.

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The Devereux Collection Goes Contemporary

DevereuxRobert and Will Brunner, brothers and avid golfers, have introduced the Devereux collection of premium-quality modern menswear aimed for the avid golfer’s lifestyle. The attire is tailored to move seamlessly from the workday to the weekend, providing elegance and versatility. It was created to be simple-yet-sophisticated, with clean modern styles that are designed to fit properly and inspire performance – on and off the golf course. Continue reading The Devereux Collection Goes Contemporary

Nike Makes Lunar Landing With Golf Shoe

Nike-Lunar-ClaytonNike Golf has entered the lunar orbit with the Nike Lunar Clayton, a shoe that is designed to celebrate the heritage and history of the sport of golf while providing athletes with superior comfort, supportive fit and an aesthetic appeal suitable for wear bothon and off the course.

Ready for launch in January, it takes its inspiration not from the night sky but from handmade, Italian leather shoes, while still ensuring that it provided the Nike Lunarlon technology for maximum responsive cushioning. The shoe even features a leather welt, so often utilized in traditional methods of making shoes, to join the upper to the outsole while protecting it from the elements.

The result is a shoe that promises to feel good on the course and look just as good in the clubhouse.

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OGIO Brings Out Lady Line of Golf Bags for 2014

OGIOOGIO has announced its colorful new line of golf bags for women for next year. the 2014 Women’s collection combine feminine color palettes and energetic patterns with the innovative features for golfers. With names such as Duchess and Diva Luxe it does seem like this is very much a lady’s game.

The Majestic cart bag features seven zippered pockets and ZBP, a zipperless ball pocket. This sleek bag comes in two trendy designs featuring polka dots and geometric shapes. The hot-pink piping pops against the charcoal and white designs and makes this bag impossible to overlook on the course. $194.99

The Duchess cart bag is fit for a queen with its five stylish designs and deluxe features. It boasts plenty of storage with its six zippered pockets and tee holder, and the durable fabrics will resist wear and tear to continue looking great. Both the Duchess and Majestic feature a padded shoulder strap and 10” Uniter 15-way cart top with a putter pit for oversized grips. $154.99

The Diva Luxe and Featherlite Luxe stand bags combine fun, feminine patterns with utility. Both feature the Crossbow 3-point shoulder strap system and a 9.5” Woode top with an oversized putter pit.

The Diva Luxe bag is available in three attractive patterns, including a bold pink and black plaid that will be sure to attract attention at any club. The designated pen and scorecard sleeves, along with the accessible and insulated water bottle holster, make this bag a practical choice for any golfer as well. $194.99

The Featherlite Luxe bag comes in five innovative patterns inspired by women’s fashion that hide the dirt and wear caused by regular use. It is a stylish option with a detached ball pocket panel for embroidery and logo application, for the woman who craves customization. $154.99

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On the Plate

Balance-PlateWhile batters in baseball may head up to the plate to swing away, the Swing Catalyst Balance Plate is designed to help with your golf game. It provides instructors a better understanding of the golf swing, ranging from weight-shift patterns and balance to details of foot pressure distribution – none of which can be determined by the best trained eye or even high-speed cameras.

The Balance Plate has further been perfectly synchronized with video images and integrates data from the most popular launch monitors and ball flight-tracking devices, such as TrackMan, FlightScope, Foresight GC2 and Full Swing Golf – allowing instructors to study the correlations between everything that happens during a golf swing and the actual result of the shot.

To improve your game and your swing, perhaps it is time to step up to the plate

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Nike Performs

Performance-Cart-BagWhether your performance on the golf course is one for the ages or one to be forgotten, the Nike Golf Performance Cart Bag will be with you every step of the way. This premium golf bag can store any and every item you might need during a round. It features 19 pocket including 13 external and six internal, including the Nike Flip & Grip water-resistant pocket, which provides uncomplicated strapping to the trolley or cart and a convenient additional pocket for valuables. This also houses an easily accessible exterior range finder pocket, along with a large insulated cooler pocket for beverages as well as two apparel pockets with additional internal pouches to prevent smaller items from dropping to the bottom of the bag.

The bag is compatible with both power carts and trolleys and makes for easy organization with 14 full-length dividers and an integrated putter well. It is available now, so you don’t have to wait for spring to test out its performance.

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OGIO Looks to Get Noticed

OGIOWhile the snow hasn’t even starting fall in much of the country the folks at OGIO are ready for spring. The company has unveiled its 2014 Golf Bag Collections. Seeing this under the tree this holiday will have you wish you could be on the greens.

All these collections had been carefully crafted to offer golfers an array of looks that will get noticed on the shelves and in the fairways. Continue reading OGIO Looks to Get Noticed

Swing Into Spring

TOMMY-HILFIGER-GOLF-SPRING-Thanksgiving is just around the corner, but Tommy Hilfiger Golf looks to embrace the colors of spring with its 2014 collection, which is the preppy heritage and energetic spirit at the heart of the Tommy Hilfiger brand.

This includes three new deliveries, the first of which draws inspiration from iconic coastal golf destinations like Monterey Bay, California. Pieces include modern golf classics such as polos and sweaters rendered in a palette of tonal blues and white highlighted by light blue and turquoise accents. This includes classic patterns with nautical stripes, argyle and traditional plaids.

The second the nautical influences of San Francisco, California with tailored pieces featured in a vibrant palette of red, white and royal blue. Touches of modern black, inspired by the city’s distinct architecture, ground the delivery and emphasize the sporty design.

The third is inspired by the country club lifestyle and East Hampton’s renowned prep traditions, with a crisp, sophisticated color palette of kelly green, navy and white modernizes classic silhouettes.

The entire collection features 100 percent polyester fabric that combines style and comfort with moisture wicking capabilities that keep garments dry and provide anti-odor properties essential in a technical garment.

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