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The fairway wood is the club that stays in the bag. You know the one. You’ve pulled it twice this season, immediately topped it, and decided the hybrid is safer. That’s not a skill problem. That’s a mismatch between the club you’re carrying and the swing you actually have. High handicappers struggle with fairway woods for a specific, fixable reason: the narrow sole and shallow face of a standard fairway wood punishes the steep, downward angle of attack that most high handicappers produce. The club digs into the turf before it reaches the ball. The result is a topped shot,…
For most people, golf carts make walking on the golf course a little more enjoyable because they are not carrying clubs around the 18 holes. In most cases, they use functional golf carts from reputable brands to move around. If you have been in the golfing scene for a while now, you will appreciate the fact that Yamaha and Club Car have stood as the most trusted golf cart brands on the market. Likewise, other cart brands, like Advanced EV, have increased the competition by producing refined electric and remote carts with smart features, which make it more convenient and…
While not every corner of New Jersey is ideal for golfing, the state is blessed with several top-notch golf courses. The good news is that some of the best courses in the state have public access with standard green fees. We have tried to rank some of the best public golf courses in New Jersey to help you identify the right course to play on. If you are lucky, you may have the opportunity to sample all of them. These courses were ranked and evaluated based on different criteria and requirements, such as the ability to play by staying in…
Golf has experienced a steady decline in popularity in the past but has now reclaimed the popularity, especially after the pandemic. In fact, the top golf brands in the industry are making the most out of this renewed interest. These players are engaging in an arms race as they woo new golfers into their side as well as longtime golf enthusiasts looking to lower their handicap. Some legendary golf brands like Callaway, Titleist, and PING are still holding a strong position in the market, leading the way with innovative products. Likewise, new promising golf equipment manufacturers like Stix and PXG…
Affiliate disclosure: GolfersYard earns a commission on purchases made through links on this page at no extra cost to you. No brand pays to be featured. Quick Answer: Best Golf GPS Watch 2026The Garmin Approach S70 is the best golf GPS watch 2026 across all tested models — it covers 43,000 courses, delivers PlaysLike distances that account for slope and wind, and runs a virtual caddie that learns your personal shot history over time. For golfers who want 85% of that capability at under $300, the Garmin Approach S44 hits that mark cleanly. For golfers who refuse to pay annual…
Perhaps the most important thing to learn in golf is how to find out which club is suitable for you in a given position. Every club in a golf set is designed for a particular function; they include drivers, fairway, and wedge. When you know the difference between clubs it will help you make better decisions out on the course. This guide will tell you when it is appropriate to use which golf club. First of all, it’s necessary to classify the tools of a golfer basing on the type of clubs. This includes a combination of woods, irons, wedges,…
Golf enthusiasts understand that the game extends beyond the course. If you are not participating in the course, your next option is to enviously watch a pro perform. With YouTube, you can improve your game and even make it more entertaining by diving into a wealth of content, including equipment reviews, swing tips, on-course vlogs, and entertaining golf challenges. Whether you love picking tips from your pro players or watching course vlogs that showcase some of the finest tests in the world, there are several cool YouTube channels for you. And if you are a beginner looking to improve your…
When planning for the golf trip in the eastern region, South Carolina should be one of the top choices. The state is loaded with several fantastic golf courses. Besides great resorts like Sea Pines, Kiawah Island, and Barefoot, there are several non-resort courses with high rankings. Myrtle Beach alone accounts for more than 100 golf courses. And the good thing is that most of them have public access. Actually, Myrtle Beach is the centerpiece of this golf destination. It is ideal for golfers who prefer golf trails. This way, it is easier to choose courses that are next to each…
Players distance irons exist in a specific gap in the market. However, they look like a players iron at address. However, inside the head, they carry technology that produces distances more commonly associated with game improvement irons. The result is a compact profile with a thin topline and minimal offset. Ball speeds outperform traditional blades by 5 to 10 yards per club. If you search for this category, you likely play to a single figure or a low double-digit handicap. You want distance. However, you will not accept chunky soles, thick toplines, or the offset found in game-improvement irons. This…
Where do you get your additional golf fix when you are out of the course? Books, magazines, TV, or perhaps even all of them. For smart golf enthusiasts, the best place to find more info about the game is YouTube. This platform has valuable clips about golf highlights, interviews, equipment reviews, entertaining golf challenges, and, of course, playing tips. The only issue with the exploding popularity of YouTube golf is that there are dozens of channels, with each offering a different focus and vibe. So, it can be a little bit hard to know where to start. Ideally, you need…
