Friday, February 3, 2012

Introducing Flake Golf. Best New Tour Ball At The 2012 PGA Show

There’s a lot more to Tour balls than meets the eye and it’s not just the industry’s big hitters that produce top quality products.  At the 2012 PGA Show in Orlando, Johannes Von Lentzke from German company wowed the crowds and the pundits with their range of Flake Tour Balls and their “online only” retailing concept which sees their products come in at a fraction of competitors prices.

Named after the geometrical attributes of the snowflake, Flake Golf Balls outperformed the established names over several categories in an independent test of 45 balls carried out by German golf magazine GOLFTIME in its November 2011 golf ball test entitled “Ballermann” (45 distance and performance balls tested). .

  currently produce four balls, from the highest specification Pro and Pro Shooter through to the Flake Tour and the Flake Classic which is a more durable performance ball.

Personally I’ve tried the Flake Pro in place of my normal Srixon Z Star over two rounds and I have to say I am a convert!

And lest you doubt the quality without trying, I have it on good authority that Flake Tour balls are produced alongside Nike Tour balls in the same manufacturing facility. Check out the Flake Golf website for yourself on www.flakegolf.com.

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Dick Mast Stands Proud and Erect At Top Of Seniors Tour

imgdebbie does dallas4 American “Dick Mast” stood tall and erect at the top of the European Seniors Tour qualifying yesterday dispelling the myth that over 50’s have trouble getting it up.

Many expected the former 70’s pornstar, most notable for his starring role alongside Bambi Woods in Debbie Does Dallas (1978), to go a little limp after entering the final round with a three shot lead, but fans of “The Mast” need not have worried.  After picking up several strokes on the front holes Dick exploded on the back side to finish a seven shot winner.

“After the first hole I thought ‘am I going to blow this load err.. lead?’ Dick said after, adding “with all the excitement around me I’m really proud I managed to keep everything in until I was well and truly done.”

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Gary Woodland Takes Waste Management A Bit Too Literally By Driving Ball Into Trash Can

Normally the PGA Tour only show the most boring of clips but it seems their usual guy was on vacation.  Check out Gary Woodland hitting a trash can in one at the Waste Management Open.  Butch seems to be doing a super job with Gazz!

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O’Grady- Tour Research Report Reveals “All The Good Balls Taken”

by Ron for GolfCentraldaily.com in Qatar

GolfOGrady In the first of a series of new research reports commissioned by the European Tour, boffins have reported the shocking and rather confusing news that all the good lost balls have been taken.  Data collected from several European countries suggest the chances of stumbling across a Pro-V1 in the deep rough or in a lake has decreased by an alarming 83% since 2005. 

According to the damming  report released today by Tour Chief Executive George O’Grady, the only balls left to find “are those of an inferior structure and integrity, aesthetically unappealing and made of mostly of limestone. Like Noodles, Molitors and Lady Pinnacles.”

granny“Shuffling in the rough for good golf balls or holding up the group behind while a guy fishes ten Pro V1’s out of a lake is a dying trade” said O’Grady. “Nobody wants a bloody continent of Molitor playing zombies” he added. “If people don’t experience the orgasmic delight in the chance finding of a gleaming Pro-V1 anymore the brand could soon be forgotten about altogether and we here in the Tour risk losing millions of euros in annual advertising income from Titleist.”  

It had been reported that one Pro V1 was found yesterday in heavy rough in Ballfliffin on the North Coast of Ireland but that soon turned out be a hoax after the find was actually half a ball left sitting up in the rough by a prankster.   

O’Grady conceded that all the good Pro-V1’s have most likely been collected by old ladies playing during the week. “We’ve always wondered why they keep topping balls into the rough, and never seem to be getting any better year after year.  They hit off the first tee and just disappear.  Playing with just two clubs and a ball retriever should have set alarming bells ringing in hindsight. We were heretofore unaware of the blue haired pensioners prowess with a bunker rake in amassing all the lost Pro-V1’s from the course.”

ron flash The report has also unearthed an underground Pro-V1 black market outside Sunday churches believed to be worth in the region of €2 billion annually, a figure exactly matching the combined European wide sales of false teeth, Complan and prunes.

In an effort to reverse this blight, the European Tour has signalled launching the campaign “Golf against Gilfs” in the coming week.

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Thursday, February 2, 2012

Must See TV: Setanta Sports Ireland “The Cut Line” with Gary Murphy

gary murphy Recently retired European Tour pro Gary Murphy is well known inside the ropes for his charm and wit and he could very well turn out to be the next David Feherty of the golf TV world. Starting next Saturday Gary hosts a series of interviews on Setanta Sports Ireland’s new golf show “The Cut Line”.  The first episode of The Cut Line features Padraig Harrington who thinks Rory McIlroy and Graeme McDowell should line out for Great Britain in the 2016 Olympics.
Here’s the details on Setanta’s website
Golf will make its Olympic debut in 2016 and Padraig Harrington has set his sights on bringing back the gold from Rio de Janeiro, while also suggesting Rory McIlroy should represent Great Britain at the Games.
Harrington's interview is just the first in a new series of hour long interviews on Setanta’s The Cut Line. Future episodes will feature Gary Murphy talking with Shane Lowry, Des Smyth and others.
The Cut Line will premiere on Setanta Ireland on Saturday, February 4 at 10pm.


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How To Swing Like Rory McIlroy. Science Behind His Power Explained in Video

Here’s a great video detailing the science behind Rory McIlory’s powerful golf swing.  Watch how Dr. Greg Rose explains that for for a split second before contact, Rory’s hips actually turn the opposite direction creating phenomenal torque for a man who stands less than six foot tall.

Rory McIlroy’s Swing In Biz Hub Swing Vision Style Slow Motion

 

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Rory McIlroy’s New Gold Plated Titleist Vokey Wedges - Pics

A potential security threat was averted when it turned out the strange long thin cardboard box delivered to Rory McIlroy’s pad was actually a gift from master wedge maker Bob Vokey.
When Caroline Wozniaki opened the box, she found three Vokey Design Spin Milled Wedges with a gold-plated finish and custom stamping, a present from the Titleist Wedge King  to commemorate Rory's 2011 U.S. Open win at Congressional.
The specs of the wedges are the same as those in Ror’s bag when he won: 248•10º (bent to 46º), SM54•10º, and 60º•L.
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How To Become A Tour Caddie. Join TourCaddies4u.com for Free

matt hall Lots of people mail golfcentraldaily seeking information on how to become a Tour caddie and last month we posted about caddie Matt Hall’s new site  www.tourcaddies4u.com designed to help prospective Tour caddies and pros looking for caddies to get hooked up. Here’s the post.

Want A Caddie on Tour? Want To Caddie On Tour? - Check Out tourcaddies4u.com

Well the news today is that Matt has decided to waive the joining fee for a limited period to celebrate the global launch of the site.  So my advice is to sign on there today and follow the dream of the Tour life!

Tourcaddies4u are also now on facebook.  

 

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John Daly In Deep Trouble Again With Tour In Qatar

Intestinally restricted John Daly was yet again in hot water with the European Tour after this time ignoring specific orders handed down to him by big boss George O’Grady on Tuesday.  Daly shot an opening 67 to lead in the clubhouse in Qatar and was reportedly “an absolute gentleman” john_daly_slix_underwearthroughout his round; a clear violation of his terms of employment with the Tour.

Pic: Daly alone in the locker room in Doha with smelly socks left to contemplate his latest breach.

“We are very disappointed indeed with the conduct of Mr. Daly”, supreme commander O’Grady said today. “It was clearly outlined in John’s contract that he was to hit five balls into the lake on the 11th, break a chair over a marshals head on 16 and storm off the course on 17.  Yet again he has let us down.”

Daly himself was unavailable for comment after the round choosing instead to sell signed thimbles of water and refrigerator parts to perplexed locals from his Winnebago parked outside the gate of the exclusive Doha country club.

“What message is this sending out to tomorrow’s golfers, when a man of John Daly’s stature in the game refuses point blank to follow the orders laid out in his contract?” O’Grady continued “all we ask when we rent him for one day or sometimes two is that he dresses like a clown and acts like a clown. First Australia, now this.”

Fears are now growing that the rift between the two will escalate with Daly threatening to “go right ahead and win the tournament”. Bagging the winners cheque will surely result in a lifetime European Tour ban for the Wild Thing, leaving the 45 year old with no Tour left to play on and a potential five year hiatus before being eligible for a Seniors Tour ban.

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Wednesday, February 1, 2012

The R11S and Rocketballz Drivers Reviewed By Mike Ferris TaylorMade Global Vice President

We travelled to the PGA Show in Orlando Florida and met with Mike Ferris, Global Vice President of TaylorMade.  Mike introduced us to the features of TaylorMade’s latest offerings for 2012, the R11S and the RocketBallz drivers.

TaylorMade R11S Driver Review

TaylorMade RocketBallz Driver Review

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Callaway RAZR X Black Driver Review with Corey Newman at 2012 PGA Show

Corey Newman from Callaway Golf introduces the Callaway RAZR X Black Driver, new for 2012.

 

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Tuesday, January 31, 2012

2012 Waste Management Phoenix Open Free Golf Betting Preview and Tips

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Rickie Fowler 22/1

Played well in his first event of the year last week even if he was not in the shakeup. Finished five shots off the pace last year in tying 13th but in 2010 narrowly lost out to Hunter Mahan, who incidentally tees it up on the European Tour this week. The desert conditions will suit Fowler this week, one of the few that will thrive in these conditions.

Bill Haas 28/1

Let me down last time I tipped him but after tying fourth at The Farmers  I think Bill is ready for his first win of 2012. The reigning Fed Ex champ shot a 63 at Torrey Pines last week and if memory serves could have won this tournament last year but for a poor final round of 76 which dropped him out of contention.

Webb Simpson 16/1

Top six in three of his last four events, I think Webb Simpson is top quality.  Tied for third at the season opener in Hawaii. Followed a Thursday 70 with three rounds in the mid 60’s to top 10 here last year and if he can get the putter warm early in Phoenix, James Frederick “Webb” Simpson could be in line for his third US Victory.

Best Of The Rest

I still think that Martin Laird (22/1) is a great pick. Honest quiet reliable, the Scot goes about his business like a real pro. Laird already has a second (tied) at the Hyundai and shot 64 and 65 at the weekend here at TPC Scottsdale last year to tie third.  Kevin Na missed the cut at the Sony Open but recovered his confidence somewhat last week at the Humana with a top 30. A perennial performer at the Phoenix Open and from 40/1, worth a look.
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2012 Commercialbank Qatar Masters Free Golf Betting Preview and Tips

qatar2012 Commercialbank Qatar Masters  Free Golf Betting Preview and Tips
Odds on the exchanges


Lee Westwood 11/1


17th last week in Abu Dhabi but Lee was playing through a neck injury.  Excellent greens in regulation stats stood out though and if Lee can get on the practice green early in Doha and find his range, he could be the one to beat.

Sergio Garcia 16/1


The Spaniard has two wins in his last five events and a worst finish of 12th.  He's also just one good putting week away from a win. Garcia has done well on this track over the years with three top 10's in his last four appearences here. He has the consistency for me to give him the edge over others I considered in this category including Thomas Bjorn and Alvaro Quiros.

CIMG6965Graeme McDowell 17/1


Graeme is loving life right now and though this tied third last week might be due in part to some outrageous luck, I think he will have a big week in Qatar. A combined 44 under for his last four events and the talk of the locker room with his new fashion deal with Kartel.

George Coetzee 38/1


Bettered his finish in each of the three events he has played in 2012. 29th in the Affrica Open, 14th in the Joburg Open and sixth in exalted company last week in Abu Dhabi. If I had to pick a surprise player to win a Major in the next three years, George would be my man. He may not have the experience of some of the others in the field, but boy can George golf.

Best Of The Rest


As predicted last week Paul Lawrie (50/1) was good value for money throughout the week and though he slipped to ninth at the finish in Abu Dhabi, could well have a say in this tournament also.
Another tip in the long odds glory section is Rafa Cabrera Bello (150/1). His formline would never lead you to pick him but he shot a 77 in the first round here last year, then followed it with 68,66,68 to finish third. If he can start better this year Rafa could add to his Austria win in 2009.
Thorbjorn Olesen (80/1) came off a desperate run towards the end of last season to finish strongly in Dubai. Top tenned last week and putted better than the entire field. At odds of he could be a decent each way bet.
For those of you who like to back and lay on the exchanges, I always pick my favourite players Johan Edfors (150/1) and Richard Green (200/1) in Doha. Maybe its for sentimental reasons but someday it might just come good!

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Sunday, January 29, 2012

Winner Alright: Betting Tips Churn Out A One-Two Again. Rock On

Well done to everyone who had Robert Rock backed at 100/1 in Abu Dhabi as per my recommendation. Rory McIlroy also paid out for second at 13/2.

Winners This season so far

Africa Open: we tipped Louis Oosthuizen at 5/1 (Winner) and Jaco Van Zyl at 16/1 (fourth)

Joburg Open: we tipped winner Branden Grace at 46/1 and Jaco Van Zyl who tied third at 18/1.

Hyundai Tournament of Champs: We tipped 1st Steve Stricker, 2nd Martin Laird, T3rd Webb Simpson.

 

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What Is GMac Wearing For 2012? His Own GMac For Kartel Line

Update: 2012 Open Championship

GMac By Kartel Apparel

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Gold has to be Graeme McDowell’s for four days of dapper apparel.  The Portrush man launched his new clothing line website “GMac By Kartel” on day two of The Open and did a nice little trick of marketing by getting himself up near the top of the leaderboard! 
You can get yourself kitted out in the GMac by Kartel apparel by following this link.http://www.kartel.ie/g-mac/  


Graeme McDowell knows his clothing.  Everything from button positions and dimensions, yarns, sleeve length and the need for 2% spandex in the weave, GMac is an apparel expert.  And now with the help of  Kartel supremo Karl Swan, McDowell is set to grow his new clothing line into a major industry player.  The former US Open Champion unveiled his “GMac for Kartel” range to rave reviews at the 2012 PGA Show in Orlando.
Talking at the show Karl Swan reported unprecedented orders from US accounts thanks to interest generated from the GMac for Kartel line.  And while McDowell himself may have been away playing in Abu Dhabi, he kept constant tabs on how his line was doing.  “He texted me almost every 15 minutes!” said Karl Swan adding “Graeme is a dream to work with, a top man and a bona fide expert when it comes to clothing”.
Despite being regarded as being among the snappiest dressers on Tour,  GMac has heretofore never had an official clothing supplier. He had been wearing Kartel knitwear in recent times and was so impressed he decided to get together with the Dublin company to produce his own line.
  McDowell joins fellow major winner Padraig Harrington and LPGA player Anna Rawson as Kartel gamers.
For more Kartel 2012 range pics, click below.
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