Is a Better Swing a Click Away?

The simplicity of the Swingclick device makes it uniquely effective Tony Dear When John Novosel introduced his revolutionary Tour Tempo system in 2004, it was quickly, and rightly, judged one of the greatest golf training aids ever devised. Novosel, a former film editor, had noticed while editing film of three-time major champion Jan Stephenson’s swing … Read more

Let’s Do Launch

SkyTrak is the first affordable professional-grade launch monitor you can set up anywhere. Tony Dear Launch monitors have been around since golfers got their first taste of Trackman in 2003. The technology is incredibly impressive. But the systems are also incredibly expensive, and not very portable. It was only a matter of time therefore that … Read more

Perfection, Thy Name Is Miura

With an iron as well-made as Miura’s CB57, you can always be sure it’s never the club’s fault. Tony Dear Two weeks ago, we featured the superb, made-in-America ScottGolf forged irons and encouraged discerning readers who recognize quality craftsmanship to check them out. The response suggested there are a number of Colorado golfers who appreciate … Read more

Slot Machine: Cash In on Eyeline Golf’s New Slot Trainer

With the help of Eyeline Golf’s new putting aid, you could soon be rolling them in from everywhere. Tony Dear Three weeks ago, Justin Rose Instagrammed a photo of himself on the practice putting green ahead of the first round of the BMW Championship at Wentworth Golf Club in England. Pinned to the ground with … Read more

Apps and Apparel for Health and Fitness

Stuff to improve your health—and your game. TED JOHNSON Phone It In Golf Fit, a software program designed by Australians, allows you to build and then track a training schedule—even one specifically designed for your needs like a bigger shoulder turn, longer backswing or faster hip rotation at impact. These programs are downloaded to your … Read more

Keep Your Eye on the Line

Jerry Walters Few Colorado-based golf companies have enjoyed the success of EyeLine Golf, manufacturer of golf training aids. Founded in 2000 by Sam Froggatte (pictured below) and his son, Grant, the company emerged from a need to improve their respective games. Today players at every tour event and golf instructors around the world employ EyeLine … Read more

2015 Buyer’s Guide: Accessories

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 … Read more

Go Tech Yourself: 2015 Buyer’s Guide

TED JOHNSON Physics can only be stretched so far. Which is why, when it comes to staying within the Rules of Golf, club designers are starting to bump their heads against the laws of the universe. So last year’s trend—self-fitting—continues in this year’s Colorado AvidGolfer Buyer’s Guide. Data is the force behind this ongoing movement. … Read more

VPAR Fills an App Gap

Bring the excitement of a pro tournament to any golf event Tony Dear It’s getting really easy to enjoy golf nowadays. The equipment we use is mostly amazing. The clothes make us, if not Paul Newman-cool then hipper than we’ve ever looked. And our shoes are infinitely more comfortable than they used to be. Golf-specific … Read more

DST is Ahead of the Curve

Delayed Strike Technology (DST) clubs teach you to compress the ball like a pro. Tony Dear Bertie Cordle wants to make you a better ball striker. Cordle, from England, is a fine golfer whose professional career was cut short by Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME). But he remained so thoroughly absorbed by the game that in 2011 … Read more