April 28, 2005
Power Play System Q for Lefties
Power Play System Q irons are now available for left handed players.
Back in stock: The Bionik RL Series 205 putter is back! One of Pinemeadow's hottest sellers is now available again for $39.
Posted by tom at 09:31 AM
What putter will work for me?
When making a decision to purchase a new complete set of golf clubs, most golfers spend the majority of their time researching and analyzing information about woods and irons. Customers often overlook the importance of finding the correct putter. It widely known that most golfers add unnecessary strokes to their game while on the putting green. Selecting the right putter those strokes can be easily avoided or at least minimized.
If you are having trouble reaching a specific benchmark in your game, try improving your putting game. The right putter can make a huge difference, whether you are trying to break 100 or 80. It is important to research putter styles to find an effective putter for your game.
All of us have grabbed a putter and instantly knew it felt good after a few practice swings. First impressions are important here. You can instantly determine what type of look and feel appeals to you. You want a putter that gives you confidence in making the putt, before you even hit the ball.
Here is a simple checklist we go over with our customers to help them decide on a putter. Of course there are numerous considerations; we try to point out the obvious to make the decision easier for you.
- Decide on a putter head shape design.
- Determine what alignment system is going to help you visualize the line you are seeking.
- Insert or No Insert? What type of feel at impact feels good to you?
We can categorize putter head shapes into three different styles:
- Cavity back putters are traditional looking putters with a hollow area in the middle back of the putter, which generates a larger sweet spot. Weight is distributed toward the perimeter of the putter head. A classic cavity backed putter is the Ping Anser putter, first popularized in the early 70s.
- Blade style putters have the weight of the club head distributed to the heel or bottom of the putter, leaving you a thin top line to look at when you are addressing the ball. The Titleist Bullseye is a great example of a popular blade putter.
- Mallet putters are typically much bigger than traditional putters. Many newer models even include alignment systems. The shape of mallet putter heads vary widely, as do their weight distribution. Half moon putters are a type of mallet putter with a rounded head shape. The Odyssey Two-ball putter is one of the hottest mallet putters on the market today.
Alignment Systems:
There are various types of alignment systems available in putters. It can be difficult to decide which one to choose; golfers should base their decision on what feels most comfortable.
To make your decision easier, determine what visual aid helps you line up a putt. For example, a line, ball, or double lines can all assist your putting accuracy. There is no indication that one system is better than the other, which is why there are so many variations of putters used on the course. All alignment systems are designed to aid you in lining up your putt, however you use them.
Inserts:
There is a reason why inserts are located in the sweet spot of the putter. Various insert materials will provide different results. Some inserts are soft, some hard, and some are milled so the surface is completely flat. The insert material affects the way the ball behaves when struck.
Inserts can reduce skipping at impact. This is an important feature to make sure your putt stays aligned. The main purpose of an insert is to provide a specific feel to the golfer. Some golfers prefer the feel of certain insert materials over others.
Comfort:
Overall, the most important factor is to play a putter that feels comfortable when you address the ball in your putting stance. The more comfortable you are with your putter in your hands, the more it will feel like an extension of your body. That will translate to confidence, and hopefully, less time on the green.
Posted by tom at 08:44 AM
April 27, 2005
New Products on PinemeadowGolf.com
We've added two new products to the closeout section of our site.
1. Power Play Hybrid 24 Degree Wood: $19.95
2. Velociteque PowerSteel Wood Set: $49.95
-Set includes and Driver, 3 and 5
Check back for more new products added to PinemeadowGolf.com
Posted by tom at 03:01 PM
Understanding "Bounce"
Bounce or 'bounce angle' is defined as the angle the sole of your wedge creates when compared to the ground. Bounce is a specification usually only referred to when describing wedges. We list the bounce for all of our wedges in the technical specifications box on our individual product pages. What does this mean for your game? Click "Continue Reading" for more.
It sounds slightly confusing, but grab a club and put in the address position and you will see the space between the ground and the leading edge of the wedge. It is small, but the bounce angle determines how much space there is.
Wedges with very little bounce or a smaller bounce angle are usually designed for approach shots from short grass and tight lies. The smaller angle allows you to get under the ball easier. It is common for sand wedges to have the highest degree of bounce, so the wedge does not dig into the sand but it glides through while displacing the sand.
Bounce can play a large part in the performance of the wedge, and is usually based on a golfer's needs and personal preference. To help you determine what wedge is best for you, decide on what degree of bounce will fit your game and course that you are regularly playing.
If you have any more questions feel free to contact us. We are always here to help.
Posted by tom at 10:42 AM
April 25, 2005
DoubleWall Demo Day - Portland, OR
Pinemeadow is hosting a demo day on Thursday, April 28th at Caplan's Golf Center. We will be featuring the DoubleWall Driver and woods with various loft and shaft configurations. There will also be a selection of other Pinemeadow clubs to hit as well. We will have five mats reserved with an unlimited amount of balls to hit, so join us on the range!
Demo Day Details
Event: Pinemeadow Demo Day, Open to you, friends, family and public
Date: Thursday, April 28th
Time: 12pm - 1:30pm
Location: Caplan's Golf Center in Beaverton, OR (see below for address)
Clubs at Demo:
DoubleWall Drivers and Fairway Wood
Impex Plus Hybrid Clubs with iRod shafts
Pinemeadow Excel High Launch and Mid Launch Irons
Address for Caplan's Golf Center
16251 SW Jenkins Rd.
Beaverton, OR 97006
Here is a link to the driving range location:
http://maps.google.com/maps?q=16251+SW+Jenkins+Rd.+Beaverton,+OR+97006&hl=en
Posted by tom at 12:33 PM
April 21, 2005
DoubleWall international shipping, now FREE!
Pinemeadow is excited to announce that we are going to waive the shipping costs on ANY order, including international orders, placed through doublewall.com. So, to our friends outside the USA, take advantage of this incredible offer and the fading strength of the US Dollar!
Posted by at 10:39 AM
April 20, 2005
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"Flog" is the word "golf" spelled backwards. I am sure all of us have had a day on the course when it felt like we were playing flog instead of golf. For those who don't know what flog means, I like to use it when I go out and play and have the shanks or yips - I feel like I did everything but play golf that day.
Well, Pinemeadow isn't talking about the golf term "flog" today but that may change tomorrow. Instead, we wanted your attention to chat about blogs.
We are happy to announce the launching of the "Pinemeadow Golf Blog." What is a blog? Well Dictionary.com's definition of a blog is an online diary; a personal chronological log of thoughts published on a Web page; also called Weblog, Web log.
The purpose of the blog is a creative way of providing you with valuable information about golf. It may be info on clubs, the tour, golf outings or I might even throw in a review on a favorite movie. It is a way of providing valuable information on the "information highway" of the world.
Sometimes what we read and see on tv or in a magazine is a little overwhelming and we are hoping to simplify the game for you and your friends. We hope you decide you enjoy the ride. We would love to have you.
Tommy
Pinemeadow Blogger
Posted by tom at 09:12 AM