Never Compromise NCX-RAY Alpha putter impresses both PGA Tour players and duffers

Rarely do I find such consistency among a group of golfers when I ask for input on a club, especially a putter, where feel and look and personal taste play such important roles. The new NCX-RAY Alpha mallet putter by Never Compromise was a hands-down winner among the guys who tried it. It was my favorite as well for ease of play right out of the box.
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Power Play Caiman irons by Hireko Golf: Precious metal at bargain prices

New irons might be a tough sell in this economy, but Hireko Golf's new Power Play Caiman irons are worth a serious look as alternatives to higher-priced, higher-profile sets. These irons offer a passel of game-improvement features for a mere pittance, Kiel Christianson writes.
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Nike Golf's SQ DYMO driver and fairway woods make a powerful arsenal

Nike Golf's 2009 SQ DYMO driver sounds, feels and performs better than its predecessors, and the SQ DYMO fairway woods are precisely matched to create an arsenal that is tough to beat, Equipment Editor Kiel Christianson writes. Both models sound better than before, and according to Nike, both are completely redesigned.
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TaylorMade-adidas Golf's new Targa Tour glove is worth the drive

TaylorMade-adidas Golf's new Targa Tour glove, which many of its tour staffers have put in play, has several features that you look for in a top-quality golf glove. It has a soft cabretta leather feel, moisture wicking ability, durability and a pretty good fit. At around $15 at major retailers, it's priced competitively with other premium gloves.
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Hireko Golf's Acer XK clubs: Solid equipment for this soft economy

If you're searching for a set of clubs that will perform better than your 401(k), Hireko Golf is worth a look as an alternative to the big-name manufacturers. The company's Acer XK line is solid from top to bottom, Equipment Editor Kiel Christianson writes.
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For a stronger core and longer drives on the golf course, try riding the Ab Coaster

If you're like most people, you hate sit-ups. There has to be a better way, right? Well, you could try the "as-seen-on-TV" Ab Coaster, which retails at $399 and seems to have more merit than some other abdominal exercise devices. Strengthening the core can never be a bad move, especially in golf, and if you use this machine regularly, you will be successful.
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Golf Gym's PowerSwing Trainer lets golf fitness buffs work out at home and on the road

In an attempt to bridge the fitness gap between golf's best of the best and the rest of us, Joey D - a celebrity trainer whose PGA Tour clients include Charlie Wi and Jason Dufner - has introduced a large line of home fitness gear. The PowerSwing Trainer is one of the most flexible and golf-specific items in the Golf Gym line.
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Bushnell's latest golf course laser rangefinder - the Pro 1600 Slope Edition - hits the mark

Just when you thought GPS was going to take over the market, the laser rangefinders got a little better. Recently, I had the opportunity to test Bushnell's new Pro 1600 Slope Edition. The company's most accurate and sensitive laser rangefinder to date, it features a built-in inclinometer to provide golfers with a compensated distance based upon the degree of incline or decline.
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SMT Golf puts record-setting DB Plus driver in hands of regular golfers

The brand spanking new DB Plus driver by SMT Golf is for any player who doesn't get all wrapped up in name recognition. You'll get a lot of "What's that?" and "I've never heard of SMT" comments (even from golf writers). But if you smack a few big drives down the fairway, they'll come sniffing around your bag.
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New TaylorMade-adidas Golf Burner 09 irons look good, perform better

At some point, even good players might be willing to give up the ability to fade or slice a shot if the club produces an extremely high level of consistency. The new TaylorMade-adidas Golf Burner 09 irons may be such a club. They look good at address, and each club is individually configured to get you the best combination of workability and forgiveness.
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Swingback provides back support without limiting motion

Lower back pain is the most common complaint among recreational golfers and pros alike. The Swingback is an extremely lightweight, comfortable, breathable belt that works on the same principles as the typical gym-rat belt, but it is designed specifically to improve golf posture.
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Nike Air Zoom Vapor golf shoes are extremely light yet very stable

These Nike Air Zoom Vapor golf shoes are some great-looking, ultra-chic and sporty shoes. Even my non-golfing wife remarked on the good looks and almost un-golf-like styling when I took them out of the box. Lightweight and space-aged materials make for great performance, including excellent stability.
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HiPPO Golf's Hex2 3-2-3 irons deliver technology bang for the buck

HiPPO Golf, a major player in Europe's golf equipment industry, offers perhaps more overt technology in its clubs than any other company. For golfers looking to upgrade to the most high-tech, player-improvement irons available without busting their budgets, the company's Hex2 3-2-3 irons should be very seriously considered.
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Nike Golf's Victory Red Forged Split Cavity irons: Golf clubs that make you feel better about your game

Nike Golf's new Victory Red Forged Split Cavity irons are the first of these "players' cavity-backs" I've tested that successfully straddle the line between low and low-mid handicap. If you can afford the comparatively high price, the VR Split Cavity irons are worth serious consideration.
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Want a better body for golf? Try the TRX Suspension Trainer - but be prepared to work

There are several products and programs that claim to strengthen the muscles specific to golf while adding flexibility, but none as versatile, portable, effective and inexpensive as the TRX Suspension Trainer golfer's package from Fitness Anywhere, Mike Bailey writes.
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