Oct 22, 2013

SeeMore X3 Putter Review

Since April, my putter of choice has been Seemore's X3 putter. I've had the chance to test out this beautifully designed mallet putter with a distinct nickel finish both at my regular golf course, Rideau View and at a few golf courses I frequented this season for various golf course reviews, including Deerhurst Resort, Muskoka Bay Club and Lora Bay Golf Course to name a few. 





The X3 putter is part of SeeMore's xSeries, which features a few new options. SeeMore has combined the proven RifleScope Technology (RST) with cast and milled materials, stainless steel, and a lightweight TPU insert for feel and control. 


The Look
I've always loved the look of a mallet putter, and the X3 is no different. The mid-sized X3 definitely instills confidence when you address the golf ball. Like the Si Series, the nickel finish is esthetically appealing and durable. I liked the size/weight of the X3 a lot, and, for me, it was similar to the SeeMore M3 that I purchased off eBay a few years back and still game on occasion.

The x3 has one perpendicular line on the top for simple alignment with the ball and target and two perpendicular lines on the back flange for additional alignment benefits. RifleScope technology, the patented and proven alignment system featuring 2 additional parallel white lines and a signature red dot on the top heel of the putter, helps the golfer establish a setup and stance that is then perfectly squared up with the putter and the target line for consistently more excellent performance on the greens and benefits during practice.
 Visually, I liked how the SeeMore appeared on the putter's face and cavity.


The Insert / The Feel
I've reviewed the SeeMore Si1 and Si4 putters with inserts. The lightweight TPU insert in the X3 differed from the Si1 and Si4 in that I found the X3 to have a better and more consistent feel, especially on longer putts. The reason for this can be traced below to what SeeMore has done with this new insert.

The xSeries features a new lightweight TPU insert poured into a specially designed face cavity that can harden and bond with the stainless steel.
The whole face of the putter is then milled, giving it a consistent look. The Si models show separation between the insert and the putter, while the X series is seamless.

The Customization 
This is where, as noted in previous reviews, SeeMore excels Customizing your putter from the length, lie angle, grip, and headcover will only help you make more putts. Whether you use one of SeeMore's SPI instructors or speak to a SeeMore representative via phone/email about what type of SeeMore putter to use in the game, You will not only get some of the best customer service but also come away with a more knowledgeable putter. Ted Gallina from SeeMore was nice enough to send a beautiful Maple Leaf headcover later in the season to complement my X3.


SPi Instructor Paul Contento of Litchfield Country Club talks about the importance of getting fitted correctly.





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The Conclusion
The SeeMore X3 was the best-feeling insert I have used. With its midsized head shape and nickel finish, the X3 frames the ball beautifully. I had the pleasure of testing out the X3 at various golf courses and in different weather conditions from early this Spring through the Summer and now into the Fall. On fast greens, it performed beautifully, and on greens with marginal to subtle breaks, it was outstanding.

I even got my handicap down to under 16. SeeMore's X3 had a definite hand in that.

The X3 retails for USD 195 and can be purchased at SeeMore's online store. SeeMore excels in customer service; you can call or email with any questions. They are more than willing to help you become a better putter.


Oct 18, 2013

Sweet Looking TRUEs - RyMo Signature Series

Okay I'll admit I'm a bit of a golf shoe hog. Multiple pairs of Pumas, ECCOs, Kikkors etc. line my golf cave. So many great golf shoe brands out there making some stylish, functional and comfortable golf shoes. It's nice to have lots of options when you play golf right?

I have yet to own any TRUE linkswear Shoes‎ but have always like their look including their new
Ryan Moore Signature Series launched this week. Take about a great way to celebrate Ryan's victory a year ago.

TRUE allowed three facebook friends to play with Ryan Moore as the grand prize for our last social sweepstakes. Ryan, Doug, Bobby and Brad tee'd it at the beautiful TPC Las Vegas and enjoyed the walk as they were the first to make the trek in the new RyMo Signature series gear. See more from the event by visiting our facebook


Great pic from GolfWRX of RyMo with the TRUE Rebel High one of my favorite looks from the Ryan Moore Signature Series.

 
The Limited Edition line is selling out quick. Make sure you visit www.truelinkswear.com to secure your favorite pair (or two) of the Ryan Moore Signature Series Line.

About the line: Commemorating TRUE's first win on tour, each shoe will be specially marked with our new 'LE' woven label and come in our new Signature Series box. Each shoe will feature Ryan's platform of choice - the TRUE 'sensei' outsole - and each upper reflects Ryan's unique point of view in both fall color choices and styling.

Quantities of each style is extremely limited, so hurry and secure your favorite pair. All four models are available on TRUElinkswear.com and the Sensei LE and Proto LE are available at select PGA Tour Superstore locations. 

Oct 16, 2013

Lexi Thompson Bombs her Way to Victory

This past weekend, Lexi Thompson secured her third professional win at only 18 years old. Heading into the final round, Lexi led the field by 3 strokes at the Sime Darby LPGA Malaysia. Lexi put up four birdies on the back 9 for a total score of 19 under. Her 4th birdie on 16 helped secure her 4 stroke victory over a talented and global field including Suzann Pettersen, Stacy Lewis and Shanshan Feng.

Lexi wore her signature Sunday Blue, a tradition she has maintained since her first victory at the Navistar LPGA Classic came while dressed in blue. She rocked the PUMA Golf Duo-Swing Polo, Plaid Tech Bermuda and PG Royal Tee shoes. And with the US masters coming up it's certainly an exciting time to be a golf fan. Make sure you check the us masters odds at bwin before it all begins!

On Saturday in Malaysia, Round 3 of the Sime Darby- Lexi rocked pink PUMA Golf gear head-to-toe for PUMA'S #ProjectPink. PUMA has pledged to donate 100% of profits from the sale of Project Pink gear, as well as $1 per #projectpink tweet & #projectpink Instagram up to $25,000.



Lexi's WITB at the Sime Darby LPGA Malaysia
Driver: AMP CELL Pro 8.5, neutral in Capri | Fujikura ZCom Six X-flex shaft
3 Wood: Cobra S3 15 degree | Graphite Design Quattro Tech MD6 Stiff
Hybrid: Baffler 2H 17 degree | Aldila NV 85 Stiff
Irons: Cobra S2 Forged irons 3-PW | Rifle Project X 5.0 shafts


Oct 15, 2013

Vokey SM5 Wedge Spotted In Vegas

I love this time of the year when players are tweaking their clubs. GolfWRX.com is always great at getting behind the scenes. Taking some great photos of some yet to be released 2014 clubs including below the


Some changes between the Vokey SM4 and SM5 as posted by Jonathan Wall, PGATOUR.COM Equipment Insider. The position of the "Titleist" was moved above the "BV logo" and the buzzsaw emblem was raised to give it a three-dimensional look.

The specific wedge grind was also added to the back of the head, and the bounce number was added to the sole. Your thoughts?

Oct 14, 2013

Ent on the Green (EOTG) Golf Belt Buckle Coming Soon

With so many golf gadgets out there I was pleasantly intrigued by Colin Smith golf belt buckle called Ent on the Green (EOTG). Colin's premise was simple. So many golfers fumbling around in there pockets looking for there ball marker/divot tool. Why not have your ball marker and divot tool easily available in a cool looking belt buckle. He's looking for backers so be sure and check out:

Colin's golf belt buckle campaign on Kickstarter goes live tomorrow morning at 8am PST.



The Scoop on Ent on the Green (EOTG)
1. Innovative gear – The EOTG buckle is the world’s first (patent approved) buckle in which both your divot tool and marker are secured in a unique, stylish belt buckle.

2. Simple design – The EOTG buckle has 3 pieces: the buckle, the ball marker, and the divot tool. The buckle has a low-profile design so that it is versatile and won’t be in the way. The color combinations options for the golfer to represent their teams are unprecedented in the industry.

3. Made for golfers – The EOTG buckle delivers your most needed tools reliably in the same spot right at your fingertips, so you never have to check your other pocket or run back to the cart.

Sunice Announces Its Spring 2014 Outerwear Offerings

Sunice outerwear has always been on the cutting edge for serious golfers. Here's what to look forward to for Spring 2014.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 14, 2013
Sunice Announces Its Spring 2014 Outerwear Offerings


Montreal, Quebec - It is an exciting year for Sunice Golf. The collection has never been so bold - a harmonious balance of style and technology. Sunice 2014 is all about colour and style. Letting the designs be more of a backdrop to highlight the technical focus of the garment and letting the colour be the leader.  

In ladies the colours came from one common idea - Girl Power - no wallflowers here. The colours are bold and force you to stand out amongst the crowd. Hot and bright pinks complimented with classic white and grounded to charcoal for a more commercial palette. Saturated and lush purple hues - popped with neon corals. A fresh new approach to the basic blocking of pastels that is more athletically inspired but still keeps the fashionista in mind. Lots of fun and flirty colour combos as gone are the days of muted tones - stand out and be heard is the new wave - a brave new world.   
 

 The men's we took a different approach. More classic menswear tones of charcoals and blacks combined with an edgy twist of neon yellows and incorporating sophisticated modern plaids - not your usual golfwear anymore. We also played with the primary colours of blues and mixed them with bright green - forcing them into new palette - to not be afraid of colour - to think of these bold shades as updated neutrals. Safe with an edge. The 2014 men's palette is masculine in its entirety but taken to a new level with a neon infusion - Brooks brothers with flare.



Sunice continues to design and develop seven different categories in their Spring 2014 offering including the new Sunice Outerwear collection EDGE - a trimmer fit using Gore Tex enhanced with Paclite technology, Hurricane, Tornado, Typhoon, Pro Sport and Sport but with a major focus on our layering systems. We are continuing to expand our highly technical apparel line, Sunice Silver using only X-Static and XT2 fabrics in our polo collection. Each outerwear category provides different levels of protection from an array of weather conditions. A multitude of technical applications and
 the science of developing performance apparel gives Sunice the cutting edge necessary in providing the ultimate Freedom to play, no matter the weather.

All new EDGE Collection

Featuring GORE-TEX® enhanced with Paclite® technology and backed by the GORE-TEX® "Guaranteed to keep you dry™" promise, the Edge Collection differentiates itself from the Hurricane Collection with a new trimmer fit and bold colors and bigger branding.
To keep in tune with this committment to a bolder and edgier collection we have combined vivid blues and bright tennis ball yellows to take us to the next level - a be out there colour palette introducing the a neon explosion of Tennis Ball. We feel it is a perfect blend of fashion and sport. A true testimony to the Sunice Player - bold and fun but should be taken seriously. The collection contains 3 jackets and 1 pant in a trimmer fit. Each of these jackets and pullovers include the game enhancing features of our Pro trim waist cinching system, in-pocket ball cleaner and a fit designed to elevate the performance of the player. The design was clear for this category - less asymmetric styling and a focus on a cleaner look that is more body specific in the colour blocking usinglaser cut welding detail and ergonomically designed laser cut welded pocket frames - letting the technical aspects of the jacket be our focus.

Hurricane Collection

Featuring GORE-TEX® and GORE-TEX® enhanced with Paclite® technology, and backed by the GORE-TEX® "Guaranteed to keep you dry™" promise, the Hurricane Collection is the Sunice Gore category.

The Ultimate Jacket is back in its sixth adaptation (V6), with a complete re-design and the reintroduction of the ever popular Albany jacket. The Sunice science is evident in these jackets with the added features, including the X-Static® stretch lining, Pro-Trim™ waist cinching system, in-pocket ball cleaner, and stretch insert back panel. The Sunice DNA is represented in detailing such as laser cut designs on the sleeves and body, laser cut and welded pocket frames, and the Sunice patented V collar design.

Tornado Collection

Breathable, extremely lightweight and ultra quiet jackets backed by a four-year waterproof guarantee are what define the Tornado Collection.
Sunice FlexVent™ for 2014 introduces new 2 new styles of a full zip jacket and a pullover. Versatile, full stretch, highly breathable, and waterproof, this proprietary fabric technology is perfect for playing golf in heavy rain or varying temperatures with its performance features and extreme comfort. Our FlexVent™ fabric is one of the most waterproof stretch fabrics on the market. With its uniquely soft hand feel and super quiet stretch laminate, we believe this is the future in waterproofs.

Typhoon Collection

The Typhoon category - now a full-stretch, waterproof category with a three-year waterproof guarantee - encompasses all that a well designed, lightweight rainsuit should be. Introduced in 2011, Zephal™ is a quieter-performing lightweight fabric that now has the added benefit of full stretch. A complete revamp in the design of our performance jackets with more streamlined silhouettes - less cut and sew and more laser cutting - showcasing the brighter pop colours for a more modern feel - will act as the catalyst for Sunice to gain an even a greater leadership position at this level of rainwear. This category has become synonymous with value proposition for a highly technical rainsuit, incorporating all the game enhancing features that Sunice is famous for and using laser cut welding detail, ergonomically designed laser cut welded pocket frames, and the Sunice patented V collar design - all part of the Sunice DNA.null

Pro-Sport Collection

Taking what we do best and applying it outside of the raingear spectrum has resulted in the Sunice ProSport Collection. This category features WINDSTOPPER® by Gore as its high-end performance gear, resulting in lightweight and fashion driven layering pieces.

For those weather conditions that are a little more demanding, your ultimate choice should be a WINDSTOPPER® garment. The most breathable, 100% windproof, highly water repellent styles available from Sunice include the new Triberg as a super lightweight and 4 ways stretch jacket; while the Malaga is the vest version incorporating the same features. The Harvey, York, and Huntley all provide new design options in our infamous WINDSTOPPER® lined sweaters.

Sport Layers Collection

Adding properly designed layers into a golf wardrobe can enhance a golfer's overall physical performance and ultimately improve their golf game. Sunice Performance Layers are designed to create an apparel layering system that allows golfers to play at their very best in all weather conditions. For cool mornings or damp dawns early in the season, when an extra layer is needed without the extra bulk or weight, the Creston and Campbell have been added to this category which features our ever popular Allendale SuperLite FX™ Pullover to complete this offering. The new gel prints added to these two new styles act as an anti-slip system for carrying your golf bag but also add a technical aspect to a classic layering piece. Thermal properties combined with moisture wicking attributes, and bright color combinations are just a few of the details that make these layering pieces stand out from the rest.

The ladies 2014 offering has also been updated to include new layering ¼ zips and full zip jackets in the Eva and Ivory. We focused on the femininity of the player in providing more contoured silhouettes to give shape and movement to the player. Athletic couture was the mind set behind the ladies spring collection. null

First layers were not our only focus in 2014 - the windgear collection was redesigned to introduce all new pieces to the collection -fulfilling our committment to our layering story by providing the ultimate second lightweight layer to the system. Laser cut welding details, ruching, bolder prints adding fluidity and motion, bright colour combos, new trims are just some of the new teasers to look for when trying on our new Sunice Windgear.  

Silver Collection

In continuing to strive to be the leader in technical golf apparel - we at Sunice wanted to find the ultimate performance fabric for our polos that would reflect our commitment to bringing the best technical fabrics to our golf collection - to act as an extension of your golf equipment - as we believe what you wear is equally as important as what you play with. In doing so we formed an exclusive partnership with X-Static - a permanent technology that uses 99.9% pure silver filaments in the fabrication of our yarns. Sunice is the only golf apparel company to have the silver technology in its garments, featuring X-Static® and XT2® fabrics.  

The Men's Sunice Silver Spring 2014 Collection offers a wider selection of core basics including a performance pique short sleeve polo option, lightweight merino wool thermal layering, and bottoms in a variety of plaids and solids. Bottoms are available in Black, Midnight and Charcoal as well as our new Intense Blue. Full stretch fabric, fit and stain release are a few of the characteristics that make the Peter moisture wicking shorts the perfect compliment to wear with your Sunice Silver Polo. Deconstructed argyles, toned down asymmetric colour blocking, subtle placement prints and an assortment of stripes giving the collection a much sportier and cleaner look which blend perfectly into our view of the collection as being more sophisticated and menswear inspired.

The Women's Sunice Silver Collection offers basics to merchandise back into the fashion collections and bottoms in solids and a new sew free knit skort. The Miami Nice Collection is made up of classic charcoals and whites enhanced with a bright and bold Neon Pink Glo; Over the Edge is classic and sophisticated black and white combos with pops of neon coral in hidden trims - more of a streetwear feel toned down to be a perfect fit for the links; One of a Kind collection is a perfect marriage between two unlikely colours merged together in harmony - imperial purple with an explosion of neon coral. Sunice Silver for women provides clean lines with feminine fashion detailing to a technical shirt collection - no more boxy fits, something that women will finally be excited to wear on or off the golf course.

About Sunice
Sunice®, founded in 1976 in Alberta, Canada as a skiwear brand, successfully transcended its technical outerwear capabilities into the golf market in the early 1990s as the golf industry gravitated towards designing sport-specific garments that truly helped enhance the game. Thus, it's no surprise Sunice® - owned and run by Montreal, Canada-based Fletcher Leisure Group Inc., a company with 42 years of golf industry experience - meets the demands of the most discerning golfer. Sunice® golf rainwear is a chosen favorite by many PGA and LPGA Tour players around the world.






Oct 6, 2013

Graham DeLaet Shines In Presidents Cup Debut

Even though the Americans prevailed at the Presidents Cup you have to love the play of Canada's Graham DeLaet. In his debut he recorded a possible 3.5 out 5 points. His clutch play, poise and enthusiasm was beautiful to watch. Big things to come for Graham this 2013/2014 PGA Tour season.

In his weather-delayed foursomes match with teammate Jason Day, Graham DeLaet chipped in for birdie from 30 feet on the par-4 18th hole.



In his singles match against Jordan Spieth on Day 4 of The Presidents Cup 2013, Graham DeLaet holes a 40-foot bunker shot on the par-4 18th hole to win the match.

Oct 2, 2013

Graham DeLaet Canadian Pride at Presidents Cup

Golf fans in Canada will be cheering on Canada's best professional golfer this week, as Graham DeLaet will be competing in the President's Cup at Muirfield Village in Dublin, Ohio.

DeLaet and Australia's Jason Day will be paired together for Thursday’s opening four-ball (best-ball). Can't wait.

Graham DeLaet: The Pride of Weyburn

Paul Hunter spent time with golfer Graham DeLaet, the best Canadian player in the game right now, as he practiced for the President's Cup.


Sunice Outerwear Supplier for Presidents Cup International Team

I've always love what Sunice offers for outerwear. Not surprised the Presidents Cup International Team chose Sunice as there Outerwear Supplier. Check out one of my Sunice Apparel Reviews.

Here's the Press Release
Montreal, Quebec - Sunice® is proud to announce their partnership with the PGA TOUR on being selected as the official outerwear supplier for The Presidents Cup 2013 International Team. The Presidents Cup 2013 will be held October 1-6 at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio. Nick Price is the captain of the 12-member International Team.

The 2013 International Team outerwear will include a selection of gear to protect from rain, wind and the cold.


In developing the program - Sunice® wanted to ensure that the player's and caddies were provided the best defense against any and all possible weather conditions. It was decided at that point Gore Tex® fabrics would be the best choice for protection from rain and wind. Garments constructed with Gore Tex® fabric enhanced with Paclite® technology ensure the lightest weight performance fabric. Coupled with this technology and the uniquely designed construction of each of the selected garments, Sunice® was able guarantee full freedom of movement to the players, allowing them to perform at their best in ultimate comfort and protection.

"We share Nick Price's confidence that his team will be equipped with the very best performance outerwear available and well prepared for any challenging weather condition they may face", said Mark Fletcher, President of Sunice®.

The outerwear for The Presidents Cup 2013 International Team uniforms will be constructed of Gore Tex® fabrics enhanced with Paclite® Technology and Windstopper® 3L soft-shells. The players' uniform package includes: a full-zip rain jacket with stretch back panel inserts, short sleeve rain pullover, rain pants, and a Windstopper® full stretch 3Layer softshell vest and, of course, the final piece to the uniform, a waterproof bucket hat.

Caddies' outerwear will include: a full-zip rain jacket with stretch back panel inserts, short sleeve rain pullover, rain pants, Windstopper® full stretch 3 Layer softshell vest and a waterproof bucket hat. Players' significant others will be provided: a full-zip jacket with removable hood, rain pants, 3Layer soft-shell car coat and a waterproof bucket hat.

"It is a great honour to be able to outfit the best of the best of the International players", said Kathryn McClemens, Senior Product Manager for Sunice. "To work closely with Nick Price and the PGA TOUR was a unique experience as it was a pure collaboration in designing and developing the uniforms. We went in to the initial meetings and it was clear there were specific ideas of the overall look that was expected for the uniforms. But after discussing and playing around with different colour palettes and concepts - everyone, especially the team captain - was so receptive to breaking out of the box a little, giving a fresh look to the outerwear portion of the uniforms and allowing us to be true to ourselves and deliver a program that is purely Sunice®. The overall appearance is nothing less than spectacular and the International Team will be nothing short of the best-dressed team."

"As we get closer to The Presidents Cup, the anticipation is mounting as we anxiously await the appearance of the International Team in their custom-designed Sunice outerwear suits," added Mark Fletcher

Sunice® garments will also be featured in the on-site Presidents Cup merchandise tent selling President Cup logoed outerwear and layering pieces.

ABOUT SUNICE

Sunice®, founded in 1976 in Alberta, Canada as a skiwear brand, successfully transcended its technical outerwear capabilities into the golf market in the early 1990s as the golf industry gravitated towards designing sport-specific garments that truly helped enhance the game. Thus, it's no surprise Sunice® - owned and run by Montreal, Canada-based Fletcher Leisure Group Inc., a company with 47 years of golf industry experience - meets the demands of the most discerning golfer. Sunice® golf rainwear is a chosen favorite by many PGA and LPGA Tour players around the world.

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Oct 1, 2013

Cobra Baffler XL #EasyDistance

As the Baffler brand enters it's 40th anniversary, all at Cobra Golf have worked tirelessly to bring you all the new Baffler XL (XL representing the 40th year of the Baffler) full assortment of clubs. Through out the years, the Baffler name has coincided with easy distance and easy to hit product and this new anniversary product will hold nothing back.

Key Takeaways:

The new Baffler XL Driver features COBRA’s largest face design ever – delivering distance, accuracy and confidence.

The new Baffler XL Fairways and Hybrids feature a new, high MOI Tungsten Perimeter design with oversized rails to make the most forgiving and easiest to hit Bafflers COBRA has ever created.

The new Baffler XL Irons feature an oversized face with moderate offset design that yields a forgiving, draw-biased ball flight. The slightly lower profile shape for low CG, delivers easy up off of any lie. The Combo Set features the easy to hit irons as well as the high MOI designed Baffler XL Hybrids for higher, longer ball flight which make long approach shots easy.