Golf
Although the popular notion is that the game of golf originated in Scotland in the mid-1400s, the truth is, no one really knows. Various forms of the sport have been played in England, France, Holland, Belgium, and even China. As other sports have promoted personalities, golf has steadfastly maintained its sense of decorum and tradition, rewarding only those who prove their mettle on the course. However, golf's love of tradition hasn't prevented it from establishing a strong Web presence in the 21st century. Whether you're just beginning or have already let golf take over your life, you'll find plenty of resources that can help you to brush up on the rules, obsess over tournaments, or improve your game.
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Typically, golf apparel and equipment can be found at any golf course pro shop as well as most sporting goods stores. Finding high-quality, proper-fitting equipment can be a challenge sometimes, especially for juniors and ladies. The Web sites listed below offer a wide selection, good prices, and high quality equipment and apparel.
- Finding proper fitting clothes and clubs can have a huge effect on your game. Consulting with a local pro often seems expensive, but it might just save you money (and strokes) in the long run.
- Many retail outlets (both online and off) offer free newsletters or flyers listing their current sales. Price-conscious shoppers would do well to consult these before making their purchasing decisions.
- When analyzing what type of equipment to buy, obviously it is best to examine your own needs. If, for example, you struggle with your accuracy off the tee, it is probably best to concentrate on clubs/balls designed to help you in that area rather than those noted for improving driving distances.
- All the big name manufacturers, like Titleist, Callaway, and Nike have their own sites that you can order from directly. Any other manufacturer's site can be found simply by running a search for the company's name.
For equipment ...
The Golf Warehouse
(TGW) offers an enormous selection of golf merchandise, and the site's excellent organization makes shopping a breeze.
Golfio
provides a range of golfing equipment, including a full complement of products for juniors.
Golfballs.com
not only offers golf balls and equipment from some of the game's most trusted suppliers, but the site allows users to list items based on the popularity ratings they were given by other shoppers.
Golfreview.com
is a straightforward site that offers a variety of products for sale accompanied by user reviews on a 1-5 scale.
Callaway Golf Pre-Owned
is a great site for bargain hunters seeking certified products from one of the most trusted names in golf.
Only Golf Apparel
carries clothing from Tiger Woods, Greg Norman, Nike, Tommy Bahama, and a host of other well-known brands.
Golfsmith Golf & Tennis
sells everything from pre-owned balls and clubs to games and electronics to custom logos and travel packages.
For reviews ...
Rankmark
is one of the best sites for extensive club and equipment reviews. It surveys golfers with multiple ability levels in order to determine how well each club feels and strikes the ball-it then produces a write-up on the best products.
GolfTestUSA
rates golf equipment in many categories on a 1-10 scale, with little or no write-ups. The company states that it doesn't accept free equipment or ad revenue from manufacturers, so as not to compromise the integrity of the rankings.
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