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Golfing Greats
September 10, 2012
These smart golf essentials will elevate your game — and your style
<a href="http://www.titleist.com/" target="_blank">Titleist's 913D3 driver</a> will be the single-hottest driver in golf when it goes on sale in November. Played by Rory McIlroy to win the PGA Championship in August, it aims to improve your distance and performance. Its face insert's variable tapered thickness adds ball speed on off-center hits. ($449, <a href="http://www.titleist.com/" target="_blank">titleist.com</a>). Imagine zeroing in on the pin more often. These will help. <a href="http://www.ping.com/clubs/wedgesdetail.aspx?id=12825" target="_blank">PING's stainless steel Tour wedges</a> have three sole width options — thin, standard and wide — for versatility. Milled "Gorge" grooves on the face aim to maximum backspin ($167.50 with graphite shaft, $140/steel, <a href="http://www.ping.com/" target="_blank">ping.com</a>). As temperatures dip, <a href="http://www.cutterbuck.com/cutterbuck/item_no=MCO00883+CLP+XXS/cid=928/page_no=1/shop.axd/ProductDetails/" target="_blank">Cutter & Buck's CB WeatherTec Post Game Half Zip Windshirt</a> will warm you up. This lightweight, all-polyester pullover packs into its own pocket and sports mini ripstop fabric, contrast color binding, exposed zipper, on-seam pockets and drawcord hem. Machine washable ($64, <a href="http://www.cutterbuck.com/" target="_blank">cutterbuck.com</a>). The easiest way to access your clubs from a cart bag? Using <a href="http://www.bagboycompany.com/p-92-revolver-le.aspx" target="_blank">Bag Boy's Revolver LE</a> with its 10-inch, 14-way rotating top that works like a Lazy Susan for golf clubs. Plus, its 14 individual Clip-Loks keep clubs from clanging against one another ($239.95, <a href="http://www.bagboycompany.com/" target="_blank">bagboycompany.com</a>). The biodegradable and durable <a href="http://www.consistenttee.com/" target="_blank">Consistent Tee</a> removes the guesswork from judging how high to tee the ball. Just plug it into the ground until the bevel forces you to stop pushing, then swing away. It's USGA–approved, as well ($5.99/10-pack, <a href="http://www.consistenttee.com/" target="_blank">consistenttee.com</a>). <a href="http://www.roysrestaurant.com/" target="_blank">Roy's Hawaii</a> is renowned for its delectable Hawaiian fusion cuisine and friendly service. The atmosphere is welcoming, as are the delicious fresh fish, Baby Back short ribs and island spices. Be sure to save room for the chocolate soufflé <a href="http://www.roysrestaurant.com/" target="_blank">(roysrestaurant.com</a>).
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