Golfweek Gift Guide: Best golf gifts for a beginner

Find the perfect gift for the beginner golfer in your life, even if that person is you!

If you have people in your life who are just getting into the game of golf, no worries. We’ve searched the internet for some of our favorite golf gifts that would be perfect for beginner golfers.

Some of the brands included below are Titleist, Callaway, Blue Tees, and Ping.

Keep your eyes open over the next few weeks as we release the rest of our 2024 golf holiday gift guides. You can find the already published golf gift guides here.

We recently released several fall-themed apparel lists that include great gift ideas. If you’re looking to load up your wardrobe for fall, check out these fall apparel lists that we’ve already released: Best golf jackets | Best golf vests Best golf hoodies | Best long-sleeve polos | Best golf sweaters | Best golf quarter zips | Best fall golf apparel

Blue Tees – Series 2 Pro+ Rangefinder

Blue Tees Series 2 Pro+ Rangefinder
Blue Tees Series 2 Pro+ Rangefinder (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $149.98 (down from $219.99)

Why you’ll love it: Every golfer needs a rangefinder. This device tells you how far you are from the hole, and knowing distance is a key skill in the game. This rangefinder comes in at a great price and is perfect for the beginner golfer.

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Titleist – Perma-Soft Golf Glove

Titleist Perma-Soft Golf Glove
Titleist Perma-Soft Golf Glove (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $21.99

Why you’ll love it: Making sure your hands are comfortable on your clubs is important, so skimping out and buy a low-quality glove is a bad idea. You can’t go wrong with gloves from Titleist.

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Callaway – XR 13-Piece Complete Set

Callaway XR 13-Piece Complete Set
Callaway XR 13-Piece Complete Set (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $1,399.99

Why you’ll love it: If you’re just getting into the game, grabbing a complete set instead of individual clubs is the way to go. You’ll save a lot of money and there are plenty of good options, including this set from Callaway.

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Ping – Hoofer 2023 Stand Bag

Ping Hoofer 2023 Stand Bag
Ping Hoofer 2023 Stand Bag (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $274.99

Why you’ll love it: Now, if you already have clubs, a high-quality bag is important. If you get a good one, it’ll last years. And when it comes to bags, it’s tough to beat Ping’s Hoofer. It’s available in eight colorways.

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Devant – Caddy Towel

Devant Caddy Towel
Devant Caddy Towel (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $19.99

Why you’ll love it: Keeping your clubs clean is something many amateur golfers overlook. When dirt gets in the grooves of your clubs, they don’t perform as well. A big towel like this one is your best bet. It’s available in four colors.

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Garmin – Approach S42

Garmin Approach S42 
Garmin Approach S42 (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $199.98 (down from $299.99)

Why you’ll love it: If the player you’re buying for doesn’t want to use a rangefinder and would prefer a GPS watch, this unit from Garmin is the perfect choice.

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Nike – Air Max 1 ’86 OG G Golf Shoe

Nike Air Max 1 '86 OG G Golf Shoe
Nike Air Max 1 ’86 OG G Golf Shoe (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $160

Why you’ll love it: Too many new golfers try and play without golf shoes. They either think they’re ugly or don’t need them. Well, golf shoes are incredibly important and keep you from slipping all over the place. This pair from Nike is great for on or off the course.

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Team Effort – Repair Tool and Ball Marker

Team Effort Repair Tool and Ball Marker
Team Effort Repair Tool and Ball Marker (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $22.99

Why you’ll love it: Every golfer on the planet needs a repair tool and ball marker. Team Effort is a great brand for this because you can get a combo set that features your favorite sports team.

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Vice Golf – Drive Golf Balls

Vice Golf Drive Golf Balls
Vice Golf Drive Golf Balls (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $19.99 (2 for $35)

Why you’ll love it: When just starting out, there’s no need to go and buy premium tour golf balls like TP5xs. Instead, buy golf balls from Vice Golf. They are priced well and perform at a high level.

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Pride Sports – Pride Golf ProLength 3-1/4″ Tees 135-Pack

Pride Sports Pride Golf ProLength 3-1/4" Tees 135-Pack
Pride Sports Pride Golf ProLength 3-1/4″ Tees 135-Pack (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $14.99

Why you’ll love it: Tees are always a good gift for golfers during the holiday season. Every golfer needs a whole lot of tees!

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Perfect Practice – Roll-A-Putt Putting Mat

Perfect Practice Roll-A-Putt Putting Mat
Perfect Practice Roll-A-Putt Putting Mat (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $84.99 (down from $114.99)

Why you’ll love it: The best way for new golfers to improve is to practice at home. This putting mat can be used anywhere and can be rolled up and stored anywhere.

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Golfweek Gift Guide: Best golf gifts for the serious golfer this holiday season

It can be tough to find the right gift for the serious golfer in your life, but Golfweek is making it easy.

Buying gifts for the serious golfer in your life can be a challenge. You don’t want to get something they have no use for. So, we’re here to help.

In this gift guide, we’ve found some of the best gifts for the serious golfer from brands like Arccos, Bushnell, Garmin, Sun Day Red, Lululemon and more.

From rangefinder and GPS speakers to apparel and golf shoes, we’ve included it all in this list.

Keep your eyes open over the next few weeks as we release the rest of our 2024 golf holiday gift guides. You can find the already published golf gift guides here.

We recently released several fall-themed apparel lists that include great gift ideas. If you’re looking to load up your wardrobe for fall, check out these fall apparel lists that we’ve already released: Best golf jackets | Best golf vests Best golf hoodies | Best long-sleeve polos | Best golf sweaters | Best golf quarter zips | Best fall golf apparel

Arccos – Smoke Bundle

Arccos Smoke Bundle (Arccos)
Arccos Smoke Bundle (Arccos)

Price: $444.99 $299.99

Why you’ll love it: If you want to take your game to the next level and dive into all your stats, the Arccos Smoke Bundle is for you, and it’s on a massive sale! It can track every shot from your rounds and provide information telling you what you need to work on. The bundle includes: 14 weather-resistant, ultra-light, sensors (one for every club in your bag), a new Link Pro, which automatically tracks shots right from your pocket, without a phone and a full year’s membership to the award-winning Arccos app.

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Titleist – Pro V1 Golf Balls

Titleist Pro V1 Golf Balls
Titleist Pro V1 Golf Balls (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $54.99

Why you’ll love it: Stop playing with the old, cut-up ball you found in the woods. Grab a box of the best golf balls in the game.

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Golden Tee – PGA Tour Clubhouse Deluxe Edition

Golden Tee PGA Tour Clubhouse Deluxe Edition
Golden Tee PGA Tour Clubhouse Deluxe Edition (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $6,599

Why you’ll love it: Yes, we understand this is an expensive gift. However, a Golden Tee arcade game might be the coolest gift you could ever get a golfer.

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Garmin – Approach R10 Portable Launch Monitor

Garmin Approach R10 Portable Launch Monitor
Garmin Approach R10 Portable Launch Monitor (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $599.99 $499.98

Why you’ll love it: This fantastic device can be used at home or at the range. It will provide you with all the stats you need about your swing including ball speed, clubhead speed, carry distance and much more.

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L.A.B. Golf – DF3 Putter

L.A.B. Golf DF3 Putter
L.A.B. Golf DF3 Putter (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $449.99

Why you’ll love it: Zero-torque putters are all the rage. They’re all over professional and YouTube golf. L.A.B. makes the best ZT putters on the market. It’s time to make more putts.

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G/FORE – Gallivan2r G/Lock Golf Shoe

G/FORE Gallivan2r G/Lock Golf Shoe
G/FORE Gallivan2r G/Lock Golf Shoe (G/FORE)

Price: $195

Why you’ll love it: When it comes to golf shoes, it’s tough to beat the quality of G/FORE. This pair of shoes will instantly become your go-to for your Sunday morning rounds.

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Bushnell – Tour V6 SHIFT Rangefinder

Bushnell Tour V6 SHIFT Rangefinder
Bushnell Tour V6 SHIFT Rangefinder (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $399.99 $329.98

Why you’ll love it: Every golfer needs a reliable rangefinder, and Bushnell is arguably the biggest name in the rangefinder game. This would make a great gift for any player.

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Blue Tees – The Player+ Speaker

Blue Tees The Player+ Speaker
Blue Tees The Player+ Speaker (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $199.99 $179.98

Why you’ll love it: Not only is this a high-quality Bluetooth speaker that is magnetic so it can stick to a golf cart, but it’s also a GPS and can provide all the numbers you need. This is a sweet device.

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Sun Day Red – Luare Chain Stitch Hoodie

Sun Day Red Luare Chain Stitch Hoodie
Sun Day Red Luare Chain Stitch Hoodie (Sun Day Red)

Price: $135

Why you’ll love it: A hoodie from Tiger Woods’ Sun Day Red might be the best gift you can give a golfer this holiday season. If you don’t love this color, this hoodie is available in 13 colorways.

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Lululemon – ABC Slim-Fit Trouser

Lululemon ABC Slim-Fit Trouser
Lululemon ABC Slim-Fit Trouser (Lululemon)

Price: $128

Why you’ll love it: Every golfer needs a go-to pair of pants for the golf course, and this pair from Lululemon is as comfortable as it gets. It’s available in 14 colors.

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BONUS: Dream golf trip to Ireland

Royal Portrush trip from Lyons Links

Price: £4,115. Use code GOLFWEEK250 for a £250 discount per person if this trip is purchased before 30th November

Why you’ll love it: Playing golf in Ireland is an incredible experience, where the lush greens and breath-taking views offer an unparalleled backdrop for a game. This package from Lyons Links includes an itinerary featuring the No. 1 golf course on Golfweek’s Best list of golf courses in Great Britain and Ireland: Royal County Down. You’ll also play at the upcoming Open Championship host, Royal Portrush, just a few months before the 2025 Champion Golfer of The Year is crowned there.

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Golfweek Gift Guide: Our first holiday gift guide features Sun Day Red, Peter Millar and lots more

Check out Golfweek’s first Gift Guide of the 2024 holiday season including golf equipment, golf apparel, golf technology and more.

We’re not sure you’re going to believe this, but it’s once again the holiday season! Days are getting shorter, temperatures are dropping and it’s time to start thinking about what you’re going to be getting for the important people in your life this Christmas, Hanukkah or any other holiday you celebrate. And if you have golfers in your life that you need to buy for, you’re in luck!

Over the next month-plus, we’ll be releasing dozen of gift guides to make sure you have plenty of options to choose from when you’re shopping for the golfer in your life.

This is our first gift guide of 2024, and we’ve chosen 12 of our favorite items that would make fantastic holiday gifts.

Some of the brands included below are well known like Tiger Woods’ Sun Day Red and Peter Millar, while some are our favorite up-and-coming brands in the golf world like Seamus Golf and Devereux.

Keep your eyes open over the next handful of weeks as we release the rest of our 2024 golf holiday gift guides.

Recently, we’ve released several fall-themed apparel lists that also include great gift ideas: If you’re looking to load up your wardrobe for fall, check out these fall apparel lists that we’ve already released: Best golf jackets | Best golf vests Best golf hoodies | Best long-sleeve polos | Best golf sweaters | Best golf quarter zips | Best fall golf apparel

Lululemon – ABC Slim-Fit Trouser

Lululemon ABC Slim-Fit Trouser
Lululemon ABC Slim-Fit Trouser (Lululemon)

Price: $128

Why you’ll love it: If your No. 1 priority when it comes to pants is comfort, you can’t beat Lululemon. This pair is great for the golf course and is available in five colors.

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Peter Millar – Essex Vest

Peter Millar Essex Vest
Peter Millar Essex Vest (Peter Millar)

Price: $245

Why you’ll love it: Every golfer should have a quality vest in their wardrobe for when the temperatures drop and bit, and this piece from Peter Millar is perfect for your next round or your next dinner out on the town. It’s available in eight colors, if you’re not a fan of the dark olive above.

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Sun Day Red – Luare Chain Stith Hoodie

Sun Day Red Luare Chain Stith Hoodie
Sun Day Red Luare Chain Stith Hoodie (Sun Day Red)

Price: $135

Why you’ll love it: If you’re buying a gift for the golf-loving person in your life, odds are they’re a Tiger Woods fan. Grab this hoodie from Woods’ Sun Day Red. It’s available in 12 colorways.

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Blue Tees – S3 Max Player Pack Bundle

Blue Tees S3 Max Player Pack Bundle
Blue Tees S3 Max Player Pack Bundle (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $299.98 (down from $399.98)

Why you’ll love it: This bundle from Blue Tees if the perfect gift for any golfer. It includes a premium range finder, a Bluetooth speaker and much more.

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G/FORE – Gallivan2r G/Lock Camo Sole Golf Shoe

G/FORE Gallivan2r G/Lock Camo Sole Golf Shoe
G/FORE Gallivan2r G/Lock Camo Sole Golf Shoe (G/FORE)

Price: $195

Why you’ll love it: These golf shoes from G/FORE are one of our favorite pairs on the market. The offer a classic look with modern features and would make a great gift this holiday season.

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Seamus Golf – Pendleton Harding Tonal Blade Putter Cover

Seamus Golf Pendleton Harding Tonal Blade Putter Cover
Seamus Golf Pendleton Harding Tonal Blade Putter Cover (Seamus Golf)

Price: $115

Why you’ll love it: Seamus Golf is based on the west coast and manufacturers the best headcovers in the sport. They can be personalized which makes any one of Seamus’ products perfect for the holidays.

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Malbon Golf – Highland Wool Painters Hat

Malbon Golf Highland Wool Painters Hat
Malbon Golf Highland Wool Painters Hat (Malbon Golf)

Price: $48

Why you’ll love it: If the player you’re buying for is into golf fashion, Malbon Golf is a great brand. It does a great job with collaborations, and this is one of our favorite hats from Malbon.

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Holderness & Bourne – The Burton Shirt

Holderness & Bourne The Burton Shirt
Holderness & Bourne The Burton Shirt (Holderness & Bourne)

Price: $125

Why you’ll love it: When it comes to golf apparel, it’s tough to beat the quality of Holderness & Bourne. H&B offers a variety of styles on polos, pants, outerwear and more, and this long-sleeve polo is one of our favorites. It’s available in five colors.

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Rhoback – Summit Fleece Pullover

Rhoback Summit Fleece Pullover
Rhoback Summit Fleece Pullover (Rhoback)

Price: $148

Why you’ll love it: A fleece pullover is an underrated piece of apparel for the golf course, especially during the spring and fall when it’s a little chillier outside. This one from Rhoback is available in seven colors.

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Garmin – Approach R10

Garmin Approach R10
Garmin Approach R10 (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $599.99

Why you’ll love it: This device from Garmin is perfect for players who want a launch monitor for range sessions, or if they have a space at home they can practice. The Garmin Approach R10 is small enough to fit in your golf bag and comes at a very reasonable price for a launch monitor.

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Stitch Golf – SL2 Air Walker Golf Bag

Stitch Golf SL2 Air Walker Golf Bag
Stitch Golf SL2 Air Walker Golf Bag (Stitch Golf)

Price: $298

Why you’ll love it: The SL2 from Stitch Golf is lightweight, but it also has plenty of room for all of your belongs. It’s the perfect bag for golfer who loves to walk or ride.

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Devereux Golf – Ohana Golf Crew

Devereux Golf Ohana Golf Crew
Devereux Golf Ohana Golf Crew (Devereux Golf)

Price: $78

Why you’ll love it: This crewneck is part of Devereux Golf’s Golf Ohana Collection and would make a great gift for the golfer in your life.

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Johnnie-O – Castro 1/4 Zip Pullover

Johnnie-O Castro 1/4 Zip Pullover
Johnnie-O Castro 1/4 Zip Pullover (Johnnie-O)

Price: $148

Why you’ll love it: Johnnie-O offers some of the best apparel in the game and this 1/4 zip is one of the brand’s recent arrivals.

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Save 90% on the best golf rangefinder sales at Amazon Prime Big Deal Days

Check out some of the best golf rangefinder sales that are a part of Amazon Prime Big Deal Days in Oct. 2024.

Happy Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, golf fans.

Golfweek has already gotten you started with multiple Amazon Prime Day lists including Best Prime Day golf equipment deals, Best Prime Day golf ball deals and Best Prime Day golf deals for less than $100, but we’re back to focus on rangefinders and help you save money while improving your game.

This list features different types of rangefinders at different price points but no matter what the savings are real.

If you’re itching to try out your new rangefinder and play some fall golf, check out some other items that will help you look the part: Best golf vests | Best golf hoodies | Best long-sleeve polos | Best golf sweaters | Best golf quarter zips

VyKure – Golf Rangefinder

VyKure Golf Rangefinder
VyKure Golf Rangefinder (Amazon)

Price: $99.99 (down from $999.99)

Savings: 90 percent

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Blue Tees Golf – Series 2 Pro Plus

Blue Tees Golf Rangefinder
Blue Tees Golf Rangefinder (Amazon)

Price: $127.98 (down from $219.98)

Savings: 42 percent

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Callaway Golf – 300 Pro Slope Laser Rangefinder

Callaway Golf 300 Pro Slope Laser Rangefinder
Callaway Golf 300 Pro Slope Laser Rangefinder (Amazon)

Price: $154.99 (down from $299.99)

Savings: 48 percent

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Precision Pro – NX Golf Rangefinder

Precision Pro Rangefinder (Amazon)

Price: $189.99 (down from $269.99)

Savings: 30 percent

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Sprobil – Golf Rangefinder

Sprobil Golf Rangefinder
Sprobil Golf Rangefinder (Amazon)

Price: $69.99 (down from ($89.99)

Savings: 22 percent

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Wogree – H116 Rangefinder

Wogree H116 Golf Rangefinder
Wogree H116 Golf Rangefinder (Amazon)

Price: $49.99 (down from $89.99)

Savings: 44 percent

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BestSee – Golf Rangefinder

BestSee Golf Rangefinder
BestSee Golf Rangefinder (Amazon)

Price: $71.99 (down from $139.99)

Savings: 49 percent

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Aquila Pro – Mini4 Rangefinder

AquilaPro Mini Rangefinder
AquilaPro Mini Rangefinder (Amazon)

Price: $55.98 (down from $69.99)

Savings: 20 percent

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Best junior golf gear and equipment for 2023

Get your all the golf gear your future champion needs.

Getting your junior the right set of clubs is important, but making sure their bag has everything in it that they’ll need is just as crucial.

So, we thought it’d be a good idea to put together a list of items every junior golfer needs. Shoes, golf balls, rangefinders, push carts and more are all featured in this post from brands like Nike, adidas, Callaway, Titleist and more.

If you’re interested, we have already put together lists of the best junior golf clubs and best junior apparel.

So, without further ado, let’s jump into this list of the best junior golf gear and equipment.

Laser or GPS: Which distance-measuring device should you buy?

Discover how golf lasers and GPS devices work, and which could help you most on the course.

As with every other sport, golf is filled with debates. Who is the greatest of all time, Tiger Woods or Jack Nicklaus? Which would you rather play, Pebble Beach or Bandon Dunes? Which would you rather win, the Masters or the U.S. Open?

Another that many golfers struggle with is a more practical question: Which should you buy, a laser rangefinder or a golf GPS device?

Many players who started playing golf over the past three seasons have discovered how fun the game can be, and they are now deciding to start investing in equipment instead of relying on borrowed gear or the used equipment they picked up. That not only means clubs and balls but accessories that can help lower scores, such as a distance-measuring device. 

Choosing between a laser rangefinder or a GPS device can be tricky, because both distance-measuring devices have benefits and drawbacks. Before you reach for your credit card, discover how each type of distance-measuring device works and think about a few frequent situations that can help make an intelligent purchase.

Laser rangefinders: How do they work, and what are the pros and cons?
Laser rangefinders all work using the same basic principles. When a player presses the button on the unit, it sends out a beam of light that hits an object and reflects back. The device can measure the time it takes the light to bounce back, and because the speed of light is constant (at least as far as the practical use of rangefinders goes), the device can calculate precisely how far the object is from the rangefinder.

What separates one laser rangefinder from another is the speed at which a unit can do the calculations (all are reasonably quick), the clarity of images seen in the viewfinder, the level of magnification in the viewfinder and extra features such as water resistance.

Often referred to as a “slope” feature, many laser rangefinders can measure whether a target is uphill or downhill, then factor in the distance and the angle to create a playing distance that can be longer or shorter than the actual straight-line distance. Using features such as this is legal for recreational golfers, but in tournament play these features are rarely allowed. Laser rangefinders with a slope feature allow golfers to disable the feature for tournament play, often by simply sliding a button.

Most laser rangefinders are accurate within a foot or two from as far away as several hundred yards, so they are almost always the go-to distance-measuring device for elite golfers and caddies. They also typically come with a protective carrying case that can snap onto a golf bag, and many have a magnet on one side that allows players to attach them safely to a golf cart’s roof supports for easy access – make sure not to forget the unit on a cart at the end of a round, an all-too-common occurrence. A few laser rangefinders even have Bluetooth technology and can tether to a smartphone to obtain weather and atmospheric conditions to make the plays-like distances even more accurate.

All of that is great, but there are two downsides to laser rangefinders to keep in mind.

First, you need a direct line of sight to your target. It sounds obvious – and on the tee box of a par 3 or in the fairway it’s rarely a problem – but if you are off the fairway and can’t see the flag or trees obstruct your view, a laser can’t help you.

Second, obtaining accurate distance readings to bunkers, hazards and other features on the course using a laser can be challenging. Yes, you can zap the lip of a bunker or a creek, but to discover how far away a hazard is and what distance you need to hit to clear it, you will need to get several numbers, and that’s not always possible.

These shortcomings are minimal for pros and accomplished players who use yardage books in tournaments and often scribble laser rangefinder notes in those yardage books. They want to-the-flag accuracy above everything else, and lasers can provide that.

Golf GPS devices: How do they work, and what are the pros and cons?
Golf GPS devices come as a wearable, such as a watch, or handheld units that resemble smartphones. They work by linking with satellites that circle the earth, and after connecting with several satellites at once, GPS devices use internal software to determine what course you are playing and where you are located on that course. Map software can determine how far you are from other areas on the course such as bunkers, water features and different portions of the green.

The most basic GPS devices display the yardage to the front, middle and back of a green from where you are standing, but colorful touch screens and sophisticated software designed into some units allow them to do much more. They can display the distance to a bunker and the yardage required to clear it. They allow you to touch the screen to determine the yardage to a layup spot on par 4s and par 5s, and some let you adjust the hole location on the screen for better accuracy.

For inexperienced golfers, information such as this can be very reassuring and help simplify club selection. Plus, if you are a player who struggles to break 90 or 100, knowing the distance to the front, middle and back of the green is more valuable than knowing the precise distance to the flag, which frequently shouldn’t be your target.

However, that’s the shortcoming of GPS devices. They can’t tell you exactly where the hole is located. For many better players, that’s a deal breaker. 

So which should you play?
Understanding the strengths and shortcomings of laser rangefinders and golf GPS devices, and how they relate to your game, can simplify figuring out the ideal device.

If you are an accomplished golfer and typically play the same courses, a laser rangefinder will probably be a good choice because you will value precise numbers on approach shots. And even if you hit a tee shot into the woods, if you are familiar with the course you’re playing, you should be able to judge recovery shots and layup areas when necessary. The most important thing for you is knowing exactly how far the flag is from your position on par 3s and from the fairway, and a laser does that well.

If you play a wide variety of courses, want to know how far away bunkers and hazards are from the tee and don’t want to do a lot of math to figure out the ideal layup shot, then a watch-style or handheld GPS can deliver what you are looking for.

Here are several models you might want to consider:

Valentine’s Day: Best golf gifts for him

Find the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for that special somebody in your life whose idea of a romantic day is playing 36.

Surprise! Valentine’s Day is almost here.

If you’re tired of giving flowers and chocolates, make sure your golfing partner is gifted something he’ll love and actually use.

From high-tech watches to polos to golf balls and more, we have everything covered so you can get your favorite golfer exactly what he wants or needs to make this Valentine’s Day one he’ll remember.

If your man is stocked up on all the latest gear and apparel, surprise him with one of the newest drivers or iron sets that are David Dusek-approved.

Fellas, don’t think we left you out. Head over to Averee’s list for the perfect Valentine’s Day golf gifts for her.

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Golfweek’s 2022 Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for the serious golfer

Caution: double black diamond golf gifts – experts only.

We all know at least one serious golfer. If you can’t think of anyone, chances are that you’re the serious golfer in your weekend foursome.

We also know that serious golfers can be hard to shop for. That’s why we’ve taken the time to curate a list of gifts that would satisfy any serious golfer, even if they already have one of these items.

If you’re wrapping up your holiday shopping or are someone who waits until the last minute, Golfweek has you covered. We have lists for every type of golfer. From men’s apparel to new gadgets and women’s apparel to personalized items, we’ve curated some of the best golf gifts to give this holiday season.