Guys and gals … did you know we are less than three weeks away from December? What the heck happened?! It seemed like only yesterday we were watching Sergio and Justin battle it out at Augusta, Brooks claim victory at Erin Hills, Danielle Kang snag her first win & first major and Jordan Spieth slapping golf shots from a British driving range on his way to a first Claret Jug. And here we are, with all that in our rearview, focusing on trying to find that golfer in your life the perfect gift. Fear not, my friends, as I have put together a list of gifts that would be perfect for any and all golfers out there.
Ogio 2018 Cirrus Stand Bag — The newest in Ogio’s great line of Cirrus bags, the ’18 edition is lightweight, easy to carry and has all the pockets you would want that doesn’t jeopardize space and compartments for all the gloves, balls, snacks, jackets and gloves that you may need in these winter months. It’s perfect for carrying but I love that it is still a full-sized bag where I don’t have to leave stuff out to make it all work. I use one of these and really love it, plus, if you use THECLUBHOUSE at checkout on any Ogio product, you instantly save 20 percent. That is a holiday miracle! www.ogio.com, $209.99
Bushnell Pro X2 — I’ve always been a rangefinder guy and when it comes to rangefinders, I can’t get away from the great work that Bushnell does. The latest, the Pro X2, has Jolt technology (meaning it vibrates in your hand when you hit the flagstick), can hit flags as far away as 450 yards and my favorite feature, the switch on/off slope function, meaning no more taking off the faceplate and replacing it. For amateurs, having the option of tossing slope on means if you’re playing an elevated tee on a par-3, you can get a perfect adjustment number, meaning more success when equates to more high fives and possibly, POTENTIALLY, more holes-in-one. Ahh, a man can dream. www.bushnellgolf.com, $499
Puttskee Putt Pack — If the golfer in your life has everything, look no further than the Puttskee and all the great products they produce, including the Putt Pack. You get a Putt Pack plus three game boards that are easily interchangeable, and it’s playable anywhere, all you need is a flat surface. Good for outside if you’re hosting a party or even in your office if you want to decompress a bit by snagging your putter and rolling the rock for a few minutes. www.theputtskee.com, $95
Subscription to the Golfer’s Journal — If you’re one of those people that can’t think of any golf gift that your significant other hasn’t already bought himself, might I suggest signing him/her up for the Golfer’s Journal? A quarterly golf publication that kicked off just a few months ago, it’s exactly what a golfer would want to read and finds stories that are far from the normal pieces you’d find online or in your regular golf magazine. www.golfersjournal.com, $75/year
G/Fore Gallivanter — The company that broke the mold in terms of how the golf glove is presented has continued to pump out amazing shoes, and I can’t get enough of these Gallivanters. So classy and cool, the nice combination here is that they are great golf shoes and don’t sacrifice the looks for performance. The best part about the Gallivanter? You can really get basically any color combo you want, with plenty on their website to choose from. www.gfore.com, $185
Seamus Bottle Opener Bag Tag — You want a simple idea that will get a good workout? This bottle-opener bag tag from Seamus is perfect for anyone, looks classy on the bag and will come in handy when someone brings bottles without thinking ahead. The headcover company that continues to knock it out of the park with creative designs gives you this simple stocking stuffer to make the golfer in your life smile. www.seamusgolf.com, $45
A PGA Tour Live subscription — The best $40 you’ll spend all year, it gives anyone access to over 30 PGA Tour events and live coverage you cannot see anywhere else. The idea is simple and brilliant; show featured groups when golf isn’t live on the networks yet. And, hey, bonus, I host some of the events, so you get more me! Win-win-win. www.pgatourlive.com, $39.99/year
Cuater belts — Over the last few years, since golfers started to realize that tossing on a plain white belt doesn’t mean you nailed the outfit, belts have become a serious part of a golfer’s look. Travis Mathew’s Cuater venture is a great one, and the belts on the site are affordable and classy. You can go as simple as the Foundation belt (reversible, so two-for-one) or take a bit more of a chance with the Static grey belt. I like the looks and think it’s a good gift for the golfer that is in need of a new look around the waist. www.travismathew.com, $34.95-$49.95
Puma P Snapback Cap — I’m all for classy and simple and that is exactly what Puma did with their 2018 hats that Mr. Rickie Fowler will be rocking. The simple P snapbacks are sweet and don’t make it feel like you’re wearing 14 advertisements on your head like a lot of the other hats out there. www.pumagolf.com, $28
Ping G400 Crossover driving iron — The hybrid revolution has taken over golf for good reason, because for most people, hybrids are way easier to hit than a long iron. But for some of us with a different type of swing, hybrids don’t work, and that is where the crossover comes in. The driving iron from Ping is my favorite on the market, easy to hit, easy to get in the air and perfect off the tee when you just aren’t feeling confident with the driver. www.ping.com, $229
adidas Tour 360 2.0 — The folks at adidas keep knocking it out of the park with their 360 line and the 2.0 is no different. Comfortable, great for any and all conditions and sharp looking, this is my go-to pair of shoes to take when I can only bring one pair with me on the road or on a golf trip. Also, the Boost technology that adidas has included in their recent lines of shoes does make a difference and you can tell after a long day of walking 18 or 36 holes. www.adidas.com, $200
Under Armour Coldgear Reactor Hybrid Vest — Over the years, I have moved further and further away from a jacket on the course (if it’s cold enough where I must have a big jacket, I’m probably not playing … this is the Arizona wimp in me) and found my love in golf vests. They don’t restrict your golf swing while keeping you warm, and Under Armour makes some of the best vests out there. I love the Reactor Hybrid vest because it isn’t too bulky yet still insulates your upper body, perfect for anyone that needs one more layer but hates jackets like I do. www.underarmour.com, $79.99