Trion:Z Review - Great Therapy Bracelets for Golf and more

Trion:Z Wristbands are now back in North America after being offered only in Asia and Europe the past few years (where the brand is thriving).

I got the chance to test out and review three different designs Trion:Z has put out for the consumer using their own brand of magnetic therapy.

Trion:Z magnetic therapy bracelets feature powerful Colantotte magnets, infused with negative ions. The unique polarized technology is considered by many professionals to be an extremely powerful form of alternative therapy.

Basically magnets have been found to increase blood flow, which in turn results in a better perfusion of oxygen and nutrients throughout your body.

Happy Body= Happy Life

Trion:Z bracelets are now approved as a Class A Medical Device by the Japanese Ministry of Health

Here's some quick stats on the three bracelets I tested out.

Trion:Z Zen Loop Duo

Magnetic secure auto fit clasp really easy to put on and off.
Climbing rope construction, strength tested to 50 kg.
Five great colours and sizes to suit all, including a XL in Black / Black option
Polarized anodized brushed Pod Capsule containing 4 x 1,000 Gauss Magnets with Trion:Z patented ANSPO technology
Trion:Z negative ion infused ION CORE™ producing over 1,500 negative ions per second.

Trion:Z Maxi Loop

Flexible, waterproof silicone band in a modern style, ideal for an active lifestyle.
Polarized Pod Capsule containing 2 x 1,000 Gauss Magnets with Trion:Z patented ANSPO technology.
Over 1,000 negative ions per second.
Available in 5 colours and sizes to suit all

Trion:Z Zen Loop Solo

Premium grade climbing rope inspired braided cord construction, strength tested to 50 kg.
Magnetic push fit fastening.
Trion:Z negative ion infused ION CORE™ producing over 1,500 negative ions per second.

Golf
When faced recently with playing 54 holes in a day and half at Kiawah Island Resort including walking the Ocean Course. I can definitely say the Trion:Z Zen Loop Duo I had on helped by preventing me having those occasional aches and pains you get after playing multiple rounds in a short period.  No "golf" related joint and muscle pain while on my South Carolina golf vacation.

Throughout the late Summer and Fall I tested out the three different designs of Trion:Z bracelets and found the Trion:Z Maxi Loop to be my favourite. A simple, comfortable and functional design which is protected in all those elements golfers are faced with during that time of the year (water, snow, sun).

Everyday Life - Jobs (Mail Carrier, Golf Course Maintenance)
Most of my jobs involve repetitive tasks and motions. Various joints are put to the test day in and day out. I found the Trion:Z bracelets really gave me confidence and helped my blood flow to prevent overuse injuries.

My favourite Trion:Z bracelet for everyday life was the Trion:Z Zen Loop Duo. Stylish for any day of the week and I liked the black climbing rope construction and the magnetic clasp.

Professional Golf and Trion:Z
 

Since Trion:Z’s launch in 1997, thousands of professional Athletes and Sports stars across the world alike have proudly worn Trion:Z.

Trion:Z has been worn by Olympic & World champions and within Golf holds over 200 Tournament wins across the PGA, LPGA, European and Asian Pro Tours.

Trion:Z’s magnetic ionic therapy products are award winning and designed to promote healthy and active lifestyles and are now used every day by millions of people around the world who genuinely believe in the benefits of the brand.

Recent and Current Trion:Z Golf Ambassadors include:

Rory McIllroy, Rickie Fowler, Andy Sullivan and Charlie Hull.

The magnetic secure auto fit clasp on the Trion:Z Zen Loop Duo is perfect and stylish for active lifestyles.

Golf Course Review - The Ocean Course - Kiawah Island Beauty

When I first arrived at the Ocean Course it was met with a feeling of awe, relief and anxiousness . Not to many courses can generate these kind of feelings. It was the beginning of November and I was finally going to get to play the Ocean Course.

Awe
It's not to often you get the chance to golf on a unspoiled piece of land stretching almost three miles along the Atlantic Ocean. From the time you arrive in the clubhouse till you hit the first tee and then finish your round. You're enveloped in it's beauty and design.


Relief
This trip was suppose to happen last year but was delayed due to family commitments.


Anxiousness
Golfers always want to be challenged regardless of their handicap. What you hear from other golfers about the Ocean Course being one of the toughest tests of golf, you want to test your own abilities.
It's not often you get to play the 3rd Best Public Course in America as named by Golf Digest Magazine (5th Best Public Course as well by GOLF Magazine).

Par 3 #17 Between the wind the water and the pin portion this hole will challenge all levels of golfers. One of the best par 3 I've had the pleasure of playing.

Taking a caddie is a option when playing the Ocean Course. I highly recommend it. My caddie Ryan Bocchino and I had a blast on top of saving me probably 10 strokes this veteran caddie will make your round even more enjoyable. Request him if you get a chance to golf the Ocean Course. (Tee times before 12 noon, you are required to walk and a caddie is mandatory. After 12 noon, you can use a cart and a forecaddie. The price for these varies slightly.).

The Live Oak trees frame the course which meanders through the coastline dunes off the Atlantic Ocean.

You'll see many design features that aren't at your local muni, these just add to the character of the Ocean Course.

All areas with sand are considered waste areas so you can go ahead and ground your club and take a practice swing. After the first hole and hitting out of one waste area I found it easier then hitting out of fluffy sand. Plus having the guidance of a caddie helped big time with these sometime punishing waste areas.

The Ocean Course uses Paspalum, a salt-tolerant strain of grass. This type of grass improves the conditioning of the course and was certainly evident during my round in November.

With the beautiful clubhouse in the background the 18th will test you right to the end of your round. One tough par 4, when played into the wind becomes even tougher. Bogey will feel like birdie.

Even tough you might see the odd golfer you will really feel like you're the only one on the course due to the sheer expanse of the Ocean Course.

Playing the Ocean Course is expensive (cheaper if you stay at the Resort) and you'll also have to include a tip for your caddie ($100 recommended) but you get what you pay for, one of the great public courses in the US. An amazing golf experience especially using a caddy and walking the course (how it should be played). I will never forget my early morning round in November walking the coastline with vistas of the Atlantic that pictures just don't do it justice. Play the Ocean Course it's a beauty.

Essentials For Fall Golf

This time of the year in my neck of the woods most golf courses are closed or are soon to be closed. For those die hard golfers who are still getting their last rounds in you need to be dressed for what nature will throw at you during these blustery months of Fall. So here’s my checklist or essentials for Fall Golf.

Beanie
Here in Canada we call them toques, other places a beanie whatever you call them an essential for those of us that are hair challenged and play golf in the Fall.

Thirty6ix Golf Company has the Back Nine Beanie at $18 CDN a must when the leaves and wind fly. One size fits all because of the softer acrylic knit fabric.


Hoodie
Again the Thirty6ix Golf Company has some great hoodie including the Twilight which I purchase this summer and love it both on and off the course. Great for a round when it’s cold and windy just put up the hood and chill.

Mid Layer
A great mid layer pullover is the Danny Insula from Galvin Green. It’s the ideal sweater for golf played in cooler conditions. I’ve had lots of success with Galvin Green products and you can’t go wrong with this pullover and its Insula fabric which combines exceptional breathability with thermal regulation. Keeps the body warm and comfortable during a Fall round plus your swing will be just as easy as making a NetBet Sport bet.

Pants
Have always loved Under Armour golf pants and the UA Match Play Golf — Straight Leg Pants are just plain awesome. A lightweight feel and a fuller cut ideal for a golfers swing.

Shoes
Shoes to me have to be functional plus stand out and the Grey Innovator 1.0 from Jack Grace USA fits the bill. Just got back from playing golf on Kiawah island including the Ocean Course and the Jack Grace shoes held up beautifully over 54 holes of golf in a day and half.

This really is one of the coolest golf shoes ever.  The modular saddles can be swapped in and out with ease. Not only are the saddles interchangeable, they’re also functional. The laces tighten the shoe just as conventional shoe with laces does. Hands down the most versatile shoe in golf.

Tame The Ocean Course - My Caddie Experience

The only other time I've had a caddie during a round was at Cabot Links on Cape Breton Island and that was what I thought was a once in a lifetime occurrence. Well the Ocean Course on Kiawah Island is a walking only course before noon and caddies are highly recommended but not mandatory.

So my caddie for a day of golf at one of the world's most wild and windiest tracks was Ryan Bocchino. Ryan is 39 year old and a veteran caddie at the Ocean Course. If you get a chance to request a caddie then Ryan would be my choice friendly, talkative and he knows the course inside and out.

One of the strongest parts of my game is my putting and having Ryan guide me around for the day was epic. He improved my putting giving me clear precise reads on any breaks in the greens. Whether subtle or not you could tell Ryan knew the Ocean Course well. Not in a arrogant way but a laid back manner that instills confidence in the golfer.

We developed a rapport right away and it enhanced my golfing experience on a cool windy Coastal Carolina morning.

Ryan was the perfect caddie a good listener, friendly, knowledgeable and probably saved me 10 strokes at least on the Ocean Course

There are no fees for the services of a caddie, gratuities are graciously accepted. Recommended gratuities are $100 per player for walking caddies and $50 per player for a forecaddie, based on service.

Keeping up with my caddie

Our round latest only about 3 1/2 hours but its one I'll never forget and continue to replay it in my head. I'm sure for years to come. So my one tidbit from the round if you play the Ocean Course with a caddie is, "Listen to him". Good luck. P.S. I managed a 97 testing out a new/old driver for the day. 

Kiawah Island Golf Resort - Coastal Carolina Golf Mecca

Having time to decompress after a great but quick trip to Kiawah Island I come to two conclusions. There's only been one other time I've had such a fulfilling and relaxing golf trip and that was my week long trip a few years back to Cape Breton Nova Scotia to play the likes of Cabot Links and Cape Breton Highlands.

Secondly If your looking for a place to be pampered both on and off the golf course, Kiawah Island Golf Resort should be #1 on your list.

Being part of coastal South Carolina and only 21 miles from historic Charleston. I was in awe of the five Championship courses which abound on this amazing stretch of barrier island. Having played 3 this week over a two day span, I can honestly say for any level of golfer you will be challenged and awed by the beauty of the courses and the surrounding lowland terrain.


The Ocean Course

Designed by Pete Dye where else can you follow in the steps of those golfers that battled it out for the 1991 Ryder Cup. Also home to the 1997 and 2003 World Cups, the Ocean Course will play host to another PGA Championship in 2021. I'm already trying to figure out how to get back there for that Major.

You will fall in the love with the Ocean Course

 The live oak vistas are amazing

Osprey Point

Designed by Tom Fazio with renovations that happened during the summer of 2014 a spectacular course with great scenery that will test all abilities of golfers.

Fun and playable par 3s at Osprey Point

Cougar Point

Designed by Gary Player and renovations that just finished up a little over a month ago. This course shines in a plethora of challenges that not only includes the Coastal Carolina breezes but greens that require accuracy and precision. A must play if you can't play all 5.

Redesigned bulkheads a la Gary Player - Carolina perfection.

All the courses including Cougar Point were in top condition