The chaos of the holiday shopping season can be overwhelming, but finding the perfect golf gift isn't. From cutting-edge equipment like THE Golf Mat to the ultimate winter getaway at stunning Tamarack Resort in Idaho, the latest and greatest luxury offerings are sure to put a smile on the face of everyone from scratch players to those who dream of breaking 100.
So if you're still searching for men's or women's gift ideas, we hope you'll consider the items below.
The Year's Hottest Golf Gifts
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.
THE Golf Mat
www.thegolfmat.net; 888.647.8873
A revolutionary new way for individuals to practice in a safer, more effective and efficient manner, THE Golf Mat is a unique system that creates the same sensation of "give" at impact as taking a divot off natural grass. Endorsed by PGA Tour star Vijay Singh and developed using feedback from leading PGA Professionals, college coaches and top-flight amateurs, this patented technology encourages a proper "down and through" swing motion while mitigating the likelihood of wrist, elbow and other injuries commonly associated with traditional mats. The preferred practice system of the NCAA No. 1 ranked University of Georgia men's golf team, THE Golf Mat is available in a variety of packages starting at $199. Its typical life-span is more than 200,000 swings, far exceeding that of traditional mats and making it virtually impossible for you and your family to wear-out.
The Heavy Putter
www.heavyputter.com; 888-PUTTER4
Endorsed by top professionals worldwide, including PGA Tour winner Troy Matteson, the new Heavy Putter "Deep Face" Series features a higher vertical center of gravity on the putter face, resulting in even greater distance control. The aesthetics of the five new models in the Deep Face Series ($169) range from traditional to ground-breaking and incorporate 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.
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.
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).
Osprey Meadows at Tamarack Resort, Tamarack, ID
www.tamarackidaho.com; 877-747-5676
If you're in search of a weekend getaway, the Winter Discovery package at Tamarack Resort is a sure bet. The two-night, quad-occupancy package includes lodging in a charming cottage, and tickets to the ski lifts, as well as the Nordic and snowshoe trails. Package is valid January 2 - March 22, 2008 and starts at $139.50 per person, per night.
Andrea Latta
Public Relations Specialist
Buffalo Communications
703-891-3383
alatta@billycaspergolf.com
8300 Boone Blvd., Suite 350
Vienna, VA 22182 USA
www.buffalocommunications.com
