greg sampsonA New Year Calls for New Gear
BY Greg Sampson
During the Northeast regions “indoor golf and fitness season” we all tend to analyze how we can improve our handicaps for the coming season. Here are some of the newest early 2022 releases to consider for your bag to hit more greens, wedge it closer and hole more putts.
MORE GREENS
PXG 0211 Z Hybrid Irons
$795 | www.pxg.com
Whether a new to the game, play occasionally or need the most forgiving irons on earth the PXG 0211 Z Hybrid-Irons are for you. These super game improvement clubs offer a unique, hollow-bodied construction that incorporates the distance producing technology of a hybrid and the trajectory of an iron. 0211 Z Hybrid-Irons are PXG’s highest flying, easiest to hit, most forgiving irons yet. These sticks are so easy to customize, just your height, gender and approximate age to design your 6 – SW hybrid iron set.
WEDGE CLOSER
Honma TW-W21
$150 | www.honmagolf.com
The highlight of these pin seekers is the precisely engineered center of gravity (CG) locations for optimal distance and spin control on shots around the green. This highly anticipated wedge line delivers responsive and consistent performance through seven strategic loft options along with sole and bounce options for every golfer. The classic club face made in mild soft steel with a satin, half-mirror finish, incorporates the premium brand’s proprietary CNC milling process making these wedges picture perfect.
HOLE PUTTS
Bettinardi BB Series
$430 | www.bettinardi.com
American made craftsmanship and offered in tour preferred 303 Stainless Steel for the very first time. The all – new Aggressive Flymill Face Milling produces a more responsive, softer feel. The new BB is upgraded with a durable Graphite Gray PVD finish and a classic black/white paint scheme. Each putter features Tour – grade components in the shaft and new Lamkin Sink Fit grip offered in both standard and jumbo sizes. There is a model for every golfer: BB1, BB1 Flow, BB8 Wide, BB46 Mallet.
