WelcomeWelcome to July, one of our favourite months of the year for one simple reason…The Open Championship. There are no other Major championships like it and we cannot wait for the action to get underway at Royal Birkdale on July 20th. Ahead of the big event we take a look at the course and the challenges that will face the very best golfers in the world as they battle it out for the Claret Jug. This month we also have a competition to win Sunderland of Scotland goodies…which could be useful if you’re heading to The Open and
the weather takes a turn for the worse. We also take a look at the latest wedges from golf’s biggest companies that are available in our Pro Shop As always, if you have any questions about any aspect of your game please do not hesitate to come in and we’ll be more than happy to help.
Win and Stay Warm With Sunderland of ScotlandThis month we have teamed up with Sunderland of Scotland to offer you the chance to be one of three winners who will received a Vancouver lifetime warranty waterproof jacket in Gunmetal/Orange Burst and a Chamonix Mid-Layer (as pictured) in Lime/Gunmetal/White.
Pro Shop NewsProfessionals Day - Sunday 6th August Booking opens via BRS booking system on Monday 10th July for this popular event. A fun 4 person team event open to all Members and guests. Great prizes and food included for £80 per team. For further information please contact the Proshop. Any donation for the raffle would be very much appreciated.
Ping Demo ClearanceWe have the last few remaining ex-demo Ping G Drivers available with further reductions. The RRP for these drivers was £299. These are now £179
The Open Championship, Royal Birkdale, July 20-23In the build up to this month’s Open Championship at Royal Birkdale, the club’s head pro, Brian Hodgkinson, provides a detailed guide to the course, including a close look at some of the standout holes.
Product Spotlight - Wedges
Callaway
Mack Daddy Forged
If you want a wedge that provides versatility from any lie with shot control and great feel, then look no further than the Mack Daddy Forged wedge from Callaway. For 2017, these wedges have been created with a soft forged 1025c steel for supreme feel and consistency. The unique new shape of the Mack Daddy Forged Wedges sees less offset, a squarer toe and a straighter leading edge, providing a clean, confidence-inspiring appearance at address.
Cleveland Golf
RTX-3 Wedge
Cleveland Golf recently announced the addition of a distinctive new third, Tour RAW finish to its advanced-performance RTX-3 wedge family, that was launched to much acclaim in September 2016. The iconic golf brand’s expert R&D team created this eye-catching new wedge finish, which is already being used by Cleveland Golf tour professionals around the world, specifically to help you to get closer to the hole.
Mizuno
T7 Wedge
The T7 wedge increases the reliability of our precise Grain Flow Forged heads with longer lasting spin control. Forged from a single steel billet infused with trace amounts of Boron, the T7 boasts a more durable groove than normal forged wedges. The teardrop shaped profile drops all the way down to a 45° for full shots - ever more popular among professional and elite players. The T7 wedge is available in 29 loft/bounce options and comes in Blue IP and White Satin finish.
PING
Glide 2.0 Wedge
New, sharper-edged grooves are spaced closer together for increased friction, imparting more spin (up to 400 rpm in testing) for precise distance and trajectory control from full swings and finesse shots. The enhanced sole grinds and lead edges in the 431SS heads have been carefully crafted for exceptional surface interaction and versatility, gliding through the turf and sand to enable creativity in shot making.
TaylorMade
Milled Grind Wedges
Milled Grind Wedges use advanced milling techniques to ensure precise sole geometry, leading edges and score lines. The result is a precisely crafted grind on each and every wedge that produces optimal turf interaction and consistent performance. New Zip Grove Technology features steeper side walls and sharper edge radii for maximum spin and control. Every detail of the Milled Grind Wedge has been meticulously designed and machine milled to exacting degrees.
Titleist
Vokey Design SM6 Wedge
The latest instalment from Titleist’s master craftsman Bob Vokey, the Spin Milled (SM6) wedges establish a new performance standard improving in the three key areas of wedge play: precise distance gapping, shot and maximum spin. Titleist continue to innovate with the Progressive Centre of Gravity, aligning the centre of gravity with the impact position of each loft combined with TX4 grooves promoting trajectory control, increased ball speed and exceptional feel.
Wilson
FG Tour PMP Wedges
Featuring Precision Milled Performance technology that widens the milled HM grooves for maximum spin on full shots. In addition eleven laser-etched Micro Spin lines between each groove creates full control and increased spin and partial shots. Three sole designs -Traditional, Tour Grind and Wide - plus numerous loft and bounce variables create nearly 100 playability options through custom fitting.
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What's in the Bag?
Jordan Spieth, Travelers Championship
Driver: Titleist 915D2 (9.5°, with Aldila NV 2KXV Blue 70 X shaft)
Fairway Wood: Titleist 915F (15°, with Graphite Design Tour AD DI-7 X shaft)
Hybrid: Titleist 816H2 (21°, with Graphite Design Tour AD-DI 95X shaft)
Irons: Titleist 716 T-MB (4), 716 AP2 (5-9), with Project X 6.5 shafts
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM6 Raw (46°, 52°, 56° & 60° with Project X 6.0 shafts)
Putter: Scotty Cameron Newport 009
Ball: Titleist Pro V1x
Best Shots of The US Open
Brooks Koepka took home the second Major of the season when he won last month’s US Open at Erin Hills – here’s a look at the best shots of the tournament.
PowaKaddy Competition WinnerCongratulations to Barry Wilson from Wilpshire Golf Club who scooped the prize in our PowaKaddy Competition in May. Barry wins a brand new PowaKaddy FW5i electric trolley with an 18-hole Lithium battery.
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