Launch Monitors & Simulators
Golf Launch Monitor Space Requirements Compared (Before You Buy)
You’ll need at least 10 feet wide, 10 feet deep, and 9-foot ceilings for basic camera-based launch monitors, but radar units demand 15 feet…
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Buyer Guides
The 5 Golf Launch Monitors That Blew Me Away at the 2026 PGA Show
So I’ve just gotten back from Orlando after spending days wandering through over a million square feet at the PGA Show, and wow, launch…
Launch Monitors & Simulators
Bushnell Launch Pro Space Requirements: Will It Fit Your Room?
You’ll need at least 10 feet wide, 10 feet deep, and 9-foot ceilings for the Bushnell Launch Pro, though bumping that up to 12-13…
Golf Balls
Why Golf Balls Have Dimples (It’s Not What Most People Think)
You’ve been told dimples reduce drag, but here’s the twist: they actually create turbulence on purpose. Those 300-500 tiny craters generate turbulent pockets that…
Clubs
Why Am I Shanking My Irons (And How to Fix It)
You’re likely shanking because you’re standing too close to the ball, which exposes the hosel at impact, or you’ve got a swing path issue…
Tips & Advice
What Is a Mid-Handicap Golfer: And How Close Are You?
You’re a mid-handicap golfer if your handicap index falls between 10 and 20, which means you’re typically shooting in the low-to-mid 80s on most…
Clubs
What Golf Clubs Do You Actually Need to Play Better Golf?
You’ll play better golf by honing your skills with 7-10 crucial clubs rather than stuffing your bag with all 14 allowed. Start with a…
Launch Monitors & Simulators
Photometric vs Radar Launch Monitors: Which Is Better for Home Use?
Photometric launch monitors are your best bet if you’ve got a tight indoor space, since they only need about 10 feet total and deliver…
Launch Monitors & Simulators
The Best Golf Simulators for Putting (And Why Most Fail)
Most golf simulators fail at putting because they use radar systems that can’t track slow-rolling balls over short indoor distances; they need flight data…
Clubs
How to Fly with Golf Clubs Without Damaging Them
You’ll want to invest in a hard-shell case with EVA foam padding, since these provide the best protection against baggage handlers who routinely toss…
Launch Monitors & Simulators
How Much Space You Really Need for a Golf Simulator
You’ll need at least 12 feet wide, 15 feet deep, and 9 feet high for a basic setup, but the reality is, those are…
Launch Monitors & Simulators
How Realistic Golf Simulators Really Are (The Honest Truth)
Golf simulators nail the crucial stuff, high-end systems measure ball speed and spin within 1-3% of outdoor monitors, so a 171.5 mph drive reads…