TED JOHNSON
SunMountain | Three 5 Zero G
[+] Ultimate high-use carry bag
[+] Strap system makes bag lightweight & easy on lower back
[+] Important for walkers/purists
Price: $220
Leupold | GX®-1i2
[+] Ultimate range finder
[+] High-tech laser finds the stick and locks on, works in fog
[–] Check with pro shop for tourney use
Price: $375
G/Fore Gloves
[+] Scarlet, olive & Pacific blue
[+] Spicy, rich colors to add a little more color to your game
[–] Twice the price of tour-quality glove
Price: $35
Birdieball | Practice tool
[+] Logo customizable indoor putting green
[+] Local product comes in stimps of 9-13 with “grain-like” effect
[–] Most effective size is 40 sq ft, plus shims
Price: $130
PitchfixUsa.com | Twister
[+] Three-pronged divot tool
[+] Actually repairs green; easy to use & better than 2-pronged models
[–] You might have to repair others' marks too
Price: $15
Drizzlestick | Bag Umbrella
[+] Easier than hard-to-fit hood
[+] Covers the hood, long stem fits in bag to keep from blowing out
[–] Purists might cringe
Price: $19
Stable 26 | Socks
[+] Silicone pads in rear foot
[+] Medial & lateral Silicone Pads customize fit to improve comfort
[+] Standing, walking all day? Take a look
Price: $26
RELATED LINKS
2015 Buyer’s Guide: Hybrids and Fairway Metals
2015 Buyer’s Guide: Balls and Shoes
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