Admit it, seeing the pros bombard their records every Sunday makes us all want to go further.
While the vast majority of us won’t hit 300-yard, or even 280-yard drives, everyone has the ability to stretch. Yes, even you.
Managing expectations is a big part of golf. The same goes for gaining speed. It won’t happen overnight, but with a plan, it’s something anyone can do.
Whether it’s a lack of speed, a poor putt, the dreaded yelps of the short game, or anything else that affects your game, golf week watch over you. We’ve picked out some of the best products to steer your game in the right direction.
Check out some of our other lists to help you reduce your handicap.
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Arccos Caddy smart sensors. (Arcos)
Price: $200
Why it will lower your score: The Arccos Caddy acts as a launch monitor for every club. With swing metrics, smart carry numbers, and a custom AI caddy, you’ll be dropping scores in no time.
Orange Whip Trainer (PGA Tour Superstore)
Price: $110
Why it will lower your score: The Orange Whip trainer is like a Swiss army knife. It can help you gain speed, correct the angle of impact, and even loosen up on the first tee if you’re on the edge.
GolfForever – Swing Trainer (PGA Tour Superstore)
Price: $199
Why it will lower your score: Used by over 50 PGA and LPGA professionals like world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, GolfForever is serious about fitness and speed. For pre-round practice and warm-ups, the GolfForever trainer can help you slim down and hit some bombs.
Rapsodo: Mobile Lanch Monitor (PGA Tour Superstore)
Price: $500
Why it will lower your score: Knowing where you started is just as important as knowing where you ended up. This Rapsodo launch monitor is one of the most affordable on the market and will give you accurate readings throughout your speed training journey.
Garmin: Approach R10 Portable Launch Monitor (PGA Tour Superstore)
Price: $600
Why it will lower your score: The Garmin Approach R10 turns your phone into a golf simulator. At home, you can play with up to three friends on over 42,000 golf courses. On the practice tee, the Approach R10 can record video and give you metrics to measure your swing.
Swing Caddy: SC200 Plus Swing Analyzer (GlobalGolf)
Price: $350 (On sale from $400)
Why it will lower your score: Slightly stripped down to our other two options, the SC200 isn’t lacking in quality or features. Using the latest Doppler radar technology, it measures swing speed, ball speed, smash factor and more.
Aero-Swing: Double (GlobalGolf)
Price: $60
Why it will lower your score: The Aero-Swing works the same way a donut or weight works on a baseball bat. Adding drag to the golf club, the Aero-Swing stays put so you can hit balls while increasing your speed.
Pressure plate (WhyGolf)
Price: $130
Why it will lower your score: A pressure plate makes sure that you use the ground to generate energy. Learning how to shift your weight and when to shift your weight can help you get longer.
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