Check out Pinehurst-themed bags, balls and head covers.
As it did before the start of the Masters and PGA Championship, TaylorMade has released a limited-edition series of golf balls, headcovers and bags that have a U.S. Open theme on the eve of competition at Pinehurst No. 2.
The Staff Bag ($599.99) has several symbols on it, including the number 1895 on the handle, which is an homage to the year Pinehurst opened,. The anchor above the valuables pocket calls out Pinehurst as the first USGA Anchor Site, and Adirondack chairs adorning the golf ball pocket. Chairs like these are scattered throughout the grounds of the Pinehurst resort and enjoyed by guests. The address for Pinehurst No. 2 (120 Midland Road) has even been added to the base.
The collection also includes a short-course carry bag ($249.99), as well as head covers for drivers ($79.99), fairway woods ($69.99), rescue clubs ($69.99) and putters (79.99)
Commemorative TP5 and TP5x balls adorned with Adirondack chairs are also available for $59.99.
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Gear: Scotty Cameron Long putters Price: $499 each Specs: 303 milled stainless steel with adjustable sole weights (Super Select Squareback 2) and 17-inch grip; 303 stainless steel and 6061 aluminum with adjustable sole weights (Phantom 11) and 17-inch grip.
Who They’re For: Golfers who want to reduce the hand and wrist action in their putting stroke while also gaining extra stability.
The Skinny: Each of the Scotty Cameron Long putters comes standard at 38 inches in length with a 17-inch grip and an extra-heavy head, creating a slightly counterbalanced putter that should reduce the hand and wrist involvement in the putting stroke and increase consistency.
The Deep Dive: Last season, two of the most prestigious events in men’s golf—the U.S. Open and FedEx Cup—were won by players using extended-length putters fitted with extra-long grips. Just as recreational golfers notice what gear the pros use, other elite players see what winners use and decide to experiment with clubs built this way, too.
The vast majority of Scotty Cameron putters that have been used on tour and sold at retail over the last two decades have measured between 33 and 35 inches in length and been fitted with conventional-length grips, but Cameron has now released two extended-length putters to complement the previously released Super Select and Phantom lineups.
The new Super Select Squareback 2 Long and Phantom 11 Long both come with 25-gram tungsten sole weights in the heel and toe areas, which increases the head weight of the putters. They also both come standard at 38 inches long, although they can be purchased through custom orders at different lengths. Finally, both putters have a 135-gram, 17-inch grip.
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Scotty Cameron Long putters are designed to have a portion of the grip extend above your hands. (David Dusek/Golfweek)
That setup – combining a heavier putter head with a longer, heavier grip – not only increases the overall weight of the club but also creates a counterbalance effect. When a player addresses a ball and puts his or her hands in their normal position, a portion of the extra-long grip will protrude above their hands. This mass helps counterbalance the heavier head, reducing the use of hand and wrist muscles in the putting stroke for most players. This reduction can lead to more consistent putting strokes and improved performance.
Unlike the ultra-heavy counterbalanced putters that were released immediately after the USGA and R&A outlawed anchored putters in 2016, which many players struggled with on long putts, the Super Select Squareback 2 Long and Phantom 11 Long have a subtle counterbalancing effect. On short putts, these putters encourage players to rock their shoulders to make the stroke. However, on longer putts, when some wrist and hand usage can help generate power and get the ball to the hole, the extended-length shaft and grip do not impede the stroke.
The putter heads are identical to the previously released versions, except they are heavier and affixed to a stiffer steel shaft.
The Super Select Squareback 2 Long has a dual-milled face. (David Dusek/Golfweek)
The Super Select Squareback 2 Long is milled from 303 stainless steel and is a heel-toe-weighted design that blade-style putter lovers will like. Compared to a Newport or Newport 2, the back flange is larger. Like the other Super Select putters, it features a dual-milled face. The first milling pass makes a deep cut into the hitting area and creates a circular pattern that softens the sound and feel before a second milling shaves off the points produced in the first milling. According to Scotty Cameron, flattening the milling points puts more surface area of the face in contact with the ball, amplifying the feel.
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The steel in a small portion of the sole was removed before it was covered by an aluminum plate, which increases the perimeter weighting and helps the Super Select Squareback 2 Long resist twisting on off-center hits. The putter has a black alignment line and a plumber’s neck hosel that creates about 30 degrees of toe hang, so the putter should be ideal for golfers who have a slightly arced putting stroke.
The Phantom 11 is a high-MOI mallet that has silver-toned 303 stainless steel and black-finished 6061 aluminum. It also has the same dual-milled face design found on the Super Select Squareback 2 Long for enhanced sound and feel.
The Phantom 11 has several design elements incorporated in the shape to help you aim putts more easily. (David Dusek/Golfweek)
The Phantom 11 has a single-bend shaft that creates a face-balanced head, making it well-suited for golfers who make a straight-back, straight-through putting stroke.
The Phantom 11 also has several design elements to help players aim the face more easily, including a two-piece arrow that extends from the back of the head to the face and comes to a point in the ideal hitting spot.
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Check out the best golf gloves on the market in 2024.
Golf season is right around the corner and you need to make sure you have everything you need to have a great year on the course.
Amateur golfers underestimate how often you need to switch to a new glove to make sure the feel and grip stay fresh.
We’ve searched the internet for some of the best golf gloves on the market from brands like FootJoy, Titleist, TaylorMade, Callaway, TravisMathew and G/FORE.
Save big with our list of the best golf sales in the month of October.
Although the warm weather is slowly starting to leave us, arguably the best time of year for golf is on deck.
It’s tough to beat temperatures in the 60s and 70s and the leaves starting to turn orange, red and brown.
Fall golf is the best and to celebrate its arrival, we’ve compiled a list of some of the best sales you can take advantage of this month. These featured items come from brands like Nike, Adidas, DICK’S Sporting Goods and more.
Cheer on Team USA at the Ryder Cup this weekend and gear up with some of our favorite Ryder Cup themed gear.
The 2023 Ryder Cup at Marco Simone Golf and Country Club in Rome is nearly here as matches between the Zach Johnson-led Team USA and the Luke Donald-led Team Europe get underway Friday morning.
Support your favorite NFL team while on the course this fall.
The 2023 NFL season is here!
The Patrick Mahomes-led Kansas City Chiefs host the playoff-hopeful Detroit Lions on Thursday, Sept. 7th, to open the year.
So, to celebrate, we’ve compiled a list of some of the best NFL team gear you can buy to add to your golf game. Whether it’s a bag, a towel, a polo or another in between, we have it on this list.
Save BIG with our list of best Labor Day golf sales including Nike, Adidas, DICK’S Sporting Goods and more.
September has arrived, which means even though the PGA Tour has hit its offseason, golf is still in full swing with the new season around the corner and the Ryder Cup on everyone’s mind.
There are only a couple of months left for the recreational golf season in a lot of the country, so take advantage of the warm weather and celebrate the end of summer out on the course.
Our list of best Labor Day Weekend golf sales has equipment, apparel, gear to help your game now and training aids to help during those pesky winter months as well.
Check out our list of the best golf sales throughout the month of August including equipment, apparel, gear and more.
For most players around the United States, there’s about three months of golf-worthy weather left before the leaves turn and the wind begins to howl out of the north.
While you may be dreaming of those days as you battle triple-digit heat on the course, it’s not time to give up the ship just yet! August is a great time to save on golf gear. With early season clearance and mid-summer price drops for back-to-school shopping, now is a perfect time to add a few pieces of clothing or equipment to your arsenal.
From polo shirts, shorts and shoes to golf balls, clubs, bags and more, we’ve pulled out all of the stops to help save you money.
Apparel, tech, accessories and more, we’ve curated a list of items that are sure to bring a smile to dad’s face while leaving your wallet unscathed.
Not finding something dad will like? Check out some of the best polos, shorts, hats, sunglasses and more to piece together dad’s new favorite golf outfit.
