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Unboxing “A Course Called America” by Tom Coyne
Bestselling author and globe-trotting golfer Tom Coyne has finally come home. After playing through hundreds of courses in Ireland and Scotland, he delivers a rollicking love letter to golf in the United States. In the span of one unforgettable year, Coyne crisscrosses the country in search of its greatest golf experience, playing every course to…
Unboxing the Z Star Series Golf Balls from Srixon
SRIXON launched the seventh generation Z-STAR Series golf ball to stock in your Pro Shop. The Z-STAR and Z-STAR XV are available in Pure White and Tour Yellow and feature a 0.6mm cover that is thicker than previous generations for enhanced spin and control around the greens. When paired with the revolutionary FastLayer Core that…
Unboxing the Brella 2020J Rain Gear
The Brella 2020J is a hybrid—combining an umbrella, rain jacket and poncho into one. With two outside pockets for storage of sleeves, phone, glasses or score card and a hood that peels back and secures so when you make a shoulder turn, the Brella is great for the golf course, hunting or just enjoying the…
Unboxing Pro V1 and Pro V1x Golf Balls from Titleist
A pro shop without the #1 Ball in Golf isn’t providing members with a huge demand—Pro V1 and Pro V1x golf balls. New for 2021 … the reformulated 2.0 ZG Process Cores deliver increased distance in the solid core Pro V1 and dual core Pro V1x. The faster High-Flex Casing Layer adds speed and lowers…
The Road Back: Bringing Private Club F&B to the Public at Stone Creek GC
Stone Creek GC in Omaha, Neb. shares ownership with Champions Run, the city’s popular family-oriented private club. Stone Creek is public and has always been known for great golf, but for its first 20 years, food-and-beverage service was handled out of a double-wide trailer. Plans were made to open a new 3,800-sq. ft. clubhouse and…
Unboxing Pure Pour—A No-Leak, Sterile, Antimicrobial Pour Spout
Pure pour puts a stop to bottle leaks and spillage (the No. 2 cause of beverage product loss, according to the National Restaurant Association). It fits virtually any bottle and includes a snug-fitting bug cap. Pure pour is made of FDA-approved food grade material, is dishwasher-safe and does not rust. All this adds up to…
The Road Back: Keeping Fitness Active and Safe at Mizner CC
In this episode of C+RB’s video series, General Manager/COO Larry Savvides and Director of Membership Marie Mitchalk describe how the Delray Beach, Fla. club pivoted after the onset of the pandemic to make innovative use of its new Fitness and Wellness Centers, which opened in September 2019, to maintain full interaction with members while limitations…
Unboxing AHEAD’s Men’s 2021 Summer/Fall Apparel Collections
In the throes of winter, AHEAD is already looking forward to warmer days and popular American summer traditions including backyard barbecues, relaxed days on the course, and patriotism—all reflected in the Summer/Fall 2021 collections. AHEAD’s two new men’s collections promise broad appeal and a spark of brightness. Chuck Lord, AHEAD’s Chief Creative Officer, noted the…
Unboxing PXG’s New 0211 Golf Clubs
PXG, the global golf equipment powerhouse, is all about the science of sexy. The formula never changes. Crazy distance, unbelievable forgiveness, huge sweet-spots, an extremely soft feel, and smoking hot looks. All that and more can be found in the company’s All-New PXG 2021 0211 Collection. An incredible line-up of innovative new irons, hybrids, fairways,…
The Road Back: How the Houston Racquet Club Makes Virtual Communication Come to Life
For several years, the Houston (Texas) Racquet Club (HRC) has used its “Insider Podcast” program to help its staff members—and club members as well—learn more about each other beyond their roles at the club. “There are some unbelievable life stories [among our staff]” that the podcasts highlight, says Chief Operating Officer Thomas Preuml. In this…
The Road Back: The Club at Renaissance’s “Hidden Secret” for Creating New Golf Excitement
In this episode of C+RB’s video series, Principal Owner Brian Rigsby, PGA, discusses how creatively incorporating a new “54” short course within the playing corridors of the Fort Myers, Fla. property’s 18-hole championship course has spurred increased member interest and activity and helped the club “get in line with what we need to be current.”
Unboxing the Palm Beach Fedora from Carkella
Ahead of the future spring season and with many taking to the golf course as the perfect socially distanced activity, sun protection on the golf course is important to keep top of mind. Even during the colder months, the sun’s rays can still be just as harmful to the skin as they are during the…
Unboxing Jim McLean’s “Build Your Swing: Position Teaching in the Modern Age”
While it may be difficult to keep all your members active and stay healthy with social distancing restrictions, golf is one activity many are flocking to. Something that hasn’t changed is that golf can be difficult to play and teach. In “Build Your Swing: Position Teaching in the Modern Age,” let Hall of Fame instructor…
Unboxing the ZX7 Driver from Srixon Golf
Srixon has introduced a new line of woods for professionals to stock in their pro shops. Srixon’s new ZX Woods were designed with one thing in mind: speed. ZX Woods help generate more speed and distance thanks to Srixon’s new Rebound Frame Technology. Rebound Frame Technology works by layering alternating zones of flexibility and stiffness…