Vice Golf was founded in Germany in 2012 by Ingo Duellmann and Rainer Stoeckl. The company started selling the highest-quality golf balls first in Germany, expanded into other parts of Europe, and entered the U.S. market in 2015. The prices are cheap, the golf balls aren’t. Vice Golf balls cost less than half as much…
Unboxing the Motocaddy M5 GPS DHC Electric Caddy
Compact and easy-to-fold, the M5 GPS DHC is the world’s first compact caddy to offer fully‑integrated GPS built into a super-responsive 3.5” touchscreen display. Easily viewable no matter the weather, the screen can be easily controlled in all conditions – even while wearing a glove. Boasting 40,000 pre-loaded courses with distances to the front, middle…
The Road Ahead: Cattail Creek CC Goes All In with $6M Modernization
In this episode of C+RB’s video series, Bill Jankowski, General Manager of Cattail Creek Country Club in Glenwood, Md., discusses how the club provided members with a pair of options for a renovation project: invest $3 million into deferred maintenance—electric, plumbing, roofing—or spend $6 million for all the “bells and whistles.” Members enthusiastically chose the…
The Road Ahead: Revisiting Renovation Needs at Navesink CC
In this episode of C+RB’s video series, Jeff Mellott, Chief Operating Officer of Navesink Country Club in Middletown, N.J., discusses how the club saw the need, even after a major renovation in 2010, to execute a new clubhouse and property upgrade to better serve the changing needs and lifestyles of its membership, and then powered…
Unboxing a New Book from Jack Nicklaus II
“Best Seat in the House: 18 Golden Lessons from a Father to His Son,” written by Jack Nicklaus II with New York Times bestselling author Don Yaeger, gives 18 valuable lessons that Jackie learned from his father, PGA champion Jack Nicklaus. Although the “Golden Bear,” as he is known by fans, is widely regarded as…
The Road Ahead: Developing An “Innovation Culture” at The Country Club of Virginia
The Country Club of Virginia (CCV) in Richmond, Va. has always been at the forefront of implementing progressive and effective concepts for enhancing club operations and increasing member value and engagement. But 2020 brought a “new reality,” General Manager Phil Kiester says, that caused the management team to see the need for a new approach…
Unboxing GolfERASERS
GolfERASERS are an instant golf equipment cleaner … a premium dual-sided sponge for cleaning clubs, shoes and golf balls. Easily remove dirt, mud, sand, and grass instantly from your golf balls, clubs, and shoes. They’re quick, effective and convenient. Buff gently for maximum cleaning power. The softer and smoother you swipe, the easier the dirt…
Unboxing a Book on the Joys of Walking a Golf Course
“Good Walks: Rediscovering the Soul of Golf at Eighteen of the Carolinas’ Best Courses” by Lee Pace celebrates the beauty, tradition, and variety of golf across the Carolinas, featuring 18 courses as experienced by the walking golfer. One of golf’s earliest appeals was its health-giving benefits, with players walking some four miles over varied terrain,…
Unboxing (and Introducing) Red Rooster Golf Gloves
Red Rooster was created by the golf enthusiast Kerry Moher, who was sick of paying for overpriced golf gloves and wearing those gloves for far too long. The premium AAA cabretta leather provides style and comfort, while offering maximum durability along with a consistent, soft feel. In addition, the company will match every purchase with…
The Road Ahead: Balancing the Best of Today and Tomorrow at the Berkeley Hall Club
In this episode of C+RB’s video series, Adam Kushner, General Manager/COO of the private golf community in Bluffton, S.C., describes how the club is making special efforts to build on the momentum from an “extremely successful” 2020 and provide memorable new experiences for members, while it also begins construction for $5.1 million in facility improvements…
Unboxing Old Trapper’s Kippered Steak
Old Trapper’s Kippered Steak that is the perfect on-the-go high protein snack at the golf course. Incorporating the wood-fired smoked flavor that has made Old Trapper a well-known beef jerky name, the latest steak snacks are made from America’s favorite cuts of beef. Available in three flavors, Old Fashioned, Peppered and Teriyaki, the Jumbo Kippered…
Unboxing a Wireless Charging Stone from Eggtronic
Guests often have numerous devices that require a wall outlet to power on or recharge and no one wants to crawl under the bed to reach the only open outlet or leave their phone near the bathroom sink while charging. And most tabletop chargers in the market tend to be eyesores that do not go…
The Road Ahead: How Baltimore CC Pairs Golf and Fitness to Keep Members in the Swing
In this episode of C+RB’s video series, Baltimore (Md.) Country Club’s Director of Fitness & Wellness, Janine Rich-Scarlett, and Head Golf Professional Nick Cannon discuss how the club has co-mingled its golf and fitness programs to boost the fitness and flexibility of golfing members—leading to more (and better) golf being played.
Unboxing Biodegradable Sweat Wipes
Sweat Wipes are extra large and thick body wipes for cleaning off sweat and dirt on the go. They are infused with vitamin E and aloe to help keep your skin soft and moisturized. Each wipe is biodegradable for an eco-friendly experience. Featured: – Body wipe to clean off sweat and dirt – Infused with…
Unboxing Srixon’s Q-STAR TOUR DIVIDE
SRIXON announced the all-new Q-STAR TOUR DIVIDE. This is a ball you’re going to want to stock in your Pro Shop. “The new Q-STAR TOUR DIVIDE looks great, but it’s so much more than that,” said Brian Schielke, General Manager at Srixon. “Easier putting alignment and increased visual feedback on your chip and pitch shots…