The Year's Hottest Golf Gifts

Apparel + Accessories
ECCO Golf Shoes
www.eccousa.com; 800.886.3226

Just in time for the holidays, ECCO -- golf's luxury shoe leader -- introduces its latest collection of classic and cutting-edge styles. Whether in search of footwear inspired by Tour legends Fred Couples and Juli Inkster or trend-setting young champions Aaron Baddeley and Anna Rawson, ECCO has something for everyone. Featuring luxurious leathers and exclusive direct-injection technology, ECCOs provide unrivalled lightness, flexibility and durability. The hottest styles for the holidays include (above, from left to right) the men's World Class City GTX ($400) and Casual Cool GTX ($200) and the women's Casual Pitch Ribbon ($140) and Ace GTX ($190).

Dunning Golf Luxury Performance Apparel
www.dunninggolf.com; 800.955.6528

Ideal for all playing conditions, Dunning Golf luxury performance apparel combines classic styling with the unequaled look, fit and feel of the brand's signature proprietary fabric blends. Featuring a traditional knit texture, the Interface Thermal CT Sweater ($79) and Vest ($69) are ideal options for cool and wet playing conditions. For warmer climates, the Interface Stretch Line Polo ($99) is extremely breathable and includes performance characteristics such as moisture wicking and UV protection of 40+. Designed in consultation with the brand's elite PGA Tour staff that includes 2007 Masters champion Zach Johnson, these pieces are sure to score a hole-in-one with any serious golfer.

LIJA by Linda Hipp
www.lijastyle.com; 888.263.1191

To look their best on and off the course, fashion-conscious females turn to LIJA by Linda Hipp, North America's hottest golf and sportswear brand. The Fall 2007 collections feature a multitude of layering pieces that continue to transcend the golf course. For a chic, cold-weather look, LIJA introduces the sleek, urban Kissmou Vest ($180) and Jacket ($220). Pair either with the coziness of the cotton-blend Classic Windchill Sweater ($120), which features an inner nylon layer for wind-resistance, to create a festive holiday look. Perfect for hitting the driving range or shopping in the city!

keri golf Bags and Accessories
www.kerigolf.com; 856.616.9064

Inspired by all things fun, fashionable and functional, keri golf bags and accessories is turning heads with its bermuda collection of eye-catching patterns featuring stripes, dots and quilted solids in shades of pink, green and classic black. Holiday favorites include the candy cane stripes of the christina cart bag ($375) and the red and green trimmings of the nancy stand bag ($295), which will have the female golfer in your life looking as stylish as any LPGA Tour star. For the little ladies, pick up one of the line's newly-introduced junior bags ($175), which feature embroidered bumblebee, ladybug and golf cart icons on the side pocket for a fun, youthful flair.

Equipment
The Heavy Putter
www.heavyputter.com; 888-PUTTER4

Endorsed by top professionals worldwide, including PGA Tour winner Troy Matteson, the new "Deep Face" Heavy Putter (up to $229) features a higher vertical center of gravity on the putter face, resulting in even greater distance control. The DF-C2 model is traditionally styled and incorporates the revolutionary, added weight system in the head and grip that make all versions of the Heavy Putter extremely popular. Golfers' achieve superior stability and consistency throughout the stroke by activating their larger, more stable muscles, preventing wrist breakdown.

Graphite Design Shafts
www.gdintl.com; 888.707.6132

Preferred by Tour pros worldwide, Graphite Design shafts ($110 to $380) generate optimum accuracy and distance for golfers of all levels. Utilizing the industry's finest fibers to create shafts of exceptional feel and performance, the line includes the Pershing, Lady Pershing, Purple Ice, Quattro Tech and YS-6 models. Available in a variety of flexes, weights and bend profiles to match any player's tempo and clubhead speed, Graphite Design makes a shaft that's a perfect fit for any golfer on your list.

The Golf Warehouse
www.TGW.com; 888.838.5551

When you don't know what the special golfer in your life wants for the holidays, you can't go wrong with a gift certificate from The Golf Warehouse. The world's largest online golf store has more than 20,000 items for golfers to choose from. It's a haven for competitive pricing on high-quality products from clubs, apparel and accessories to everything in between by major manufacturers like Cobra, PING, Taylor Made, Nike and Titleist. Among this year's hottest items are Bushnell PinSeeker range finders ($299 to $449).

E-Z-GO
www.ezgo.com; 800.241.5855

Why leave the golf car at the course when it's so convenient to have one at home? E-Z-GO's Freedom personal golf car (starting at $7,500) relieves the stress of sky-high gas prices and lightens the load of everyday life. The Freedom LE model's standard features include dual halogen headlights, brake lights, turn signals, center storage baskets, canopy top, wood grain dash and fold-down windshield, along with an array of sporty color options like Patriot Blue Pearl, Flame Red and Black.

Travel
Mission Hills Golf Club
www.missionhillsgroup.com

A journey to Mission Hills - the world's No. 1 golf club designed by 12 internationally-renowned golf legends - is the ultimate gift for those in seeking the luxury vacation of a lifetime. Guests can enjoy rejuvenating treatments at any of Mission Hills' four full-service spas and soak up pure opulence at China's only five-star hotel to receive the coveted "Golden Pillow Award." The resort offers seven day/six night and three day/two night packages that include unlimited golf, caddies, breakfast, accommodations and a complimentary locker, starting at $513 per person, per day.

Kaua'i: Discover Golf's Ultimate Island Green
www.kauaidiscovery.com/activities/golfing; 800-262-1400

Nothing can melt away the winter blues like the magic of Kaua'i. Lush in the extreme, only 3 percent of this Hawaiian island is developed. Sandy beaches tucked around shimmering turquoise waters, a vast array of after-golf activities and unforgettable courses combine to make this a golfer's paradise. Lying at the heart of the island are four acclaimed golf clubs - Princeville, Poipu Bay, Kauai Lagoons and Puakea - which offer 99 holes set on some of the world's most scenic terrain. A soul-stirring golf destination, the island is home to three affiliated resorts - Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa, Kauai Marriott Resort & Beach Club and Princeville Hotel - which are perennially voted as the Top 100 Golf Resorts by Conde Nast Traveler readers.

Andrea Latta
Public Relations Specialist
Buffalo Communications
703-891-3383
alatta@billycaspergolf.com
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Vienna, VA 22182 USA
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