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NEWS: According to findings by the National Golf Foundation, minorities have a definite presence in golf and the relationship between income and participation is as strong, if not stronger, in minority populations. INFO: Minorities are attractive candidates for golf and there is a large untapped pool of latent demand. STATS: Total golf participation by minorities is 5.5 million with non-Hispanic Whites making up 31.2 million. INFO: Of the total of minority golf participants African Americans make up 2.2 million, Hispanic Americans make up 1.7 million and Asian Americans make up 1.5 million. STATS: In total golf participation White males make up 64.4%, White females make up 20.6%, African Americans make up 6.3%, Hispanic Americans make up 4.6% and Asian Americans make up 4.1%. NEWS: Golf participation rates among those age 5 and up who played at least one round of golf or visited a practice facility: Non-Hispanic Whites 16.7%, Asian American 13.7%, African American 7.0%, Hispanic American 5.4%. STATS: Golf participation rates by household income and race for African Americans:  $25-$39K up 7.80%, $40-$49K up 7.10%, $50-$74K up 11.40%, $75-$99K up 11.90%, $100-$149K up 25%, $150K+ up 27.80% INFO: Latent demand studies indicate that there are 5.5 million participants in golf with 9.8 million interested non-participants. STATS: Where do minorities play? Junior participants make up 21%, exclusive alternative 12%, exclusive range 6%, golfers 61%. NEWS: Minorities are highly aware of golf and 9.8 million are interested, 3.4 million are committed regular golfers, 2.1 million are trial golfers (alternative, range and juniors) INFO: According to the U.S. Census and the Compound Annual Growth Rate, African American population growth is expected to increase 1.2% between 2002-20020. STATS: With managed participation African American golf participation is assumed to increase from 2.3 million to 3.9 million between 2003-2020.
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Golf Products & Equipment Review


Golfer’s Cigar Holder
This “Heater Holder” is intriguingly simple, stylish and seems to be the best solution for holding on to your stogies. Made of solid stainless steel, won’t rust, break or burn and attaches securely to any golf bag with its 4 inch chain and clasp. Be the envy of the green and make this great item your own with personalized engraving. MSRP: $19.95. www.HeaterHolder.com

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Elgin FG141s


This beautiful silver tone polished and fine bark textured bracelet watch has a full see through automatic skeleton movement. Perfect timing is kept with every second and it never needs a battery! Powered by the movement of the arm when worn, this beauty has 92 genuine baguette crystals total on a 42mm case and 20mm band with luxurious cobalt blue hands and it demands attention. Water construction only (not water resistant). MSRP: $325.

“The Little One”
by PSP Golf

This has been the club that so many rave about, and with good reason. The smaller clubhead helps to improve accuracy and does so by only being just large enough to hit the golf ball.

Known as, “The Little One” this training aid iron is simple to use and helps increase ball striking and distance. For all practical reasons, it’s also a great club to start with as a beginning golfer. Your aim will be improved pretty quickly. But, no matter what you level of play it can help you with your shot. It’s been seen on PGA Tour Practice ranges around the country and many golfers report and increase in focus, concentration and confidence when using this iron. MSRP $119.95 | Limited Quantities
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Leupold’s® GX® Golf Rangefinder
This 4 digital laser rangefinder has helped PGA TOUR caddies and their pros notch 100 top-10 finishes in 2011, including wins in The Masters,® THE PLAYERS and 10 other tournaments.

During 2011, more than 100 caddies switched to using the GX-4 in preparation for all PGA TOUR events. Since 2009, caddies using the GX were involved in more than 50 PGA TOUR victories including three Major Championships.

T he advanced technology and performance of GX is known for providing the most precise, personalized yardage on the course. And The Professional Tour Caddies of America (PTCA) association continues to endorse GX as its official rangefinder.

Four models comprise the GX line. The GX-1 provides tournament-legal line-of-sight measurement. GX-2 is loaded with advanced smart technology such as Leupold’s True Golf Range (TGR®) and Club Selector™ features. The tournament-legal GX-3 is the most compact model in the series, weighing less than 8 ounces. GX-4 offers enhanced versatility with a removable Smart Key™ that adds the benefits of TGR and Club Selector only as needed.

All GX models feature PinHunter® Laser Technology, which effectively filters out large background objects and zeroes in on the flag or pin for extremely precise and fast target acquisition. Leupold Rangefinder

ShaveTech

Revolutionize your shaving experience with this innovative USB powered electric razor. It plugs into any USB port and easily travels from home to work anywhere in the world. Fashionably slim and sleek, it’s no larger than a smart phone, and makes grooming for men and women a breeze. Available in two colors, lustrous bland and fresh white, both of which are trimmed in brushed silver. MSRP $39.99

 

TipTeeToe® Golf Shoes Promote Balance, Comfort and Style

TipTeeToe® is the world’s first wedge sole designed golf shoe promoting better balance and stability when addressing and hitting the golf ball. This USGA conforming golf shoe takes women from the course into the clubhouse or around town. TipTeeToe® delivers style from the array of fun colors to the variety of colorful straps and ball markers. Each pair of shoes carries built-in ball markers and color coordinated straps. The all-leather TipTeeToe® shoes retail for $125. www.tipteetoe.com


CoursePro

CoursePro, is a GPS device that all golfers should have in their hands. Its brillant LCD screen gives information about downloaded golf courses that are stored in its memory.

The LCDs display distances to the front, center and back of the green for each hole along with the par. The devices calculate your shot distance and are backlit for viewing in low light, and each device gives you up to the minute accurate, crucial information—guaranteeing you a competitive edge.

It easily connects to a PC via a USB cable for accessing an online database of 22,000 golf courses from the Celestron CoursePro website for individual download. Its rechargeable Lithium Ion battery provides 8 -10 hour life per charge. CoursePro ships with a soft carrying pouch, a belt clip, Mini USB Cable and an AC wall adapter (only supplied with a USA style plug). Celestron Course Pro

Kdon Hair Technology
Women of color have a strong and reliable ally with this amazing product line that truly is “The Textured Hair Care Solution for Your Hair!”

Daily Smoothing Shampoo - Gently cleanses as it replenishes moisture. Softens texture, improves manageability & adds a high shine to dry, thick course hair. Gentle enough for daily use. Volumizing Shine Shampoo - Leaves hair looking and feeling thicker. A weightless cleansing complex adds shine and fullness to limp, dry unmanageable hair. Gentle Clarifying Shampoo - (Use once a week to remove build-up) Deep Cleansing Shampoo that gently lifts away build up without leaving hair dry and brittle. Styling Creme Lotion - Formulated with high tech polymers and smoothing agents that let you have smooth curls for a soft healthy look or blow dry hair straight. Spiraling Styling Gel - Formulated with new polymer silk technology creates a hold that does not flake. Giving you lasting style that's years head of its time. http://hair.kdontechnology.com

COOL OFF®

This refreshing mini towelette is infused with a clean-scented formula of natural ingredients that includes cooling herbs, moisturizing botanicals and therapeutic essential oils. It easily slips into any gym bag to help you feel renewed and reenergized anytime for a quick cool down in a convenient, pocket sized packet. www.thequickchill.com

HIRZL

HIRZL uses exclusive GRIPPP™ technology in their kangaroo leather TRUST Series of golf gloves that provide up to 3X better grip in dry weather and up to 5X better grip in wet weather over other glove brands.

HIRZL’s SOFFFT™ Flex Cabretta glove uses the company’s 72-step tanning procedure that extends the peak performance level of the glove far longer than other brands.

The entire series of HIRZL gloves are washable and they have been reviewed by the USGA and R&A and found to be fully conforming to the rules of golf. HIRZL is also the Official Golf Glove of the RE/MAX World Long Drive Championships. All HIRZL golf gloves are available in men’s and ladies models, in right and left hand from small to XLarge sizes as well as cadet sizes, and are sold at leading clubs, retailers and custom club makers around the world. www.hirzl.com


Sustain Energy on the Green with Portable, Nutritious Almonds!

With 18 holes ahead of them, golfers must remember sustaining energy is key to a successful game, and nutritious snacks lead the way both on the course and in daily life. As delicious as they are portable, almonds are easily stashed in a golf bag and great to crunch on between holes. Just a handful of almonds – about 23 - can help keep energy up for peak performance all the way through the back nine. Almond Board

OGIO UltraLite Performance Series

OGIO, the revolutionary and innovative bag designer for adrenaline driven lifestyles, has launched the UltraLite Performance Golf Bag line. A mere 3.3 pounds, the series offers the synergy of high tensile and lightweight materials, like those used for building parachutes, another product where weight and strength are a necessity. Golf requires more gear than any other recreational sport and OGIO knows that just one round with the wrong bag can result in some serious heavy lifting. This Series balances feature rich storage and technology designed to keep work outs at the gym and not on the course and it looks as good as it feels. MSRP $160 www.ogio.com.

ThermaCELL
This cordless mosquito repelling device is great for golfers who wish to be outdoors without being bled dry by mosquitoes and flies. It uses a refillable butane cartridge and electronic ignition to heat up mosquito repellent mats that lasts about twelve hours. The device creates a 15x15 foot mosquito free zone in minutes that is 98 percent free of biting pests according to tests conducted by the US Department of Defense. The hand-held units weigh under a pound and can be easily strapped to your golf cart of golf bag for protection on the golf course. The repellent allethrin that is disseminated by the unit is a copy of the natural insecticide found in chrysanthemum flowers. It’s effective and worth its weight in gold. MSRP: 25.99. www.ThermaCell.com

 

 

Kikkor Golf
Check these beauties out!

A hybrid between golf and tennis shoes, they’re designed to be softer and easier on your back, they keep you low to the ground and closer to the turf for greater playing stability. The embedded spike system provides ample traction and the Kikkor Komfort Foam Technology™ molds to fit your individual feet. It also boosts a durable rubber cupsole, lightweight Phylon midsole and premium water resistant suede leather. MSRP $99.00 (free shipping!). www.Kikkor.com

 

Take a break from reality!
Do something different that the entire family will enjoy. Glow in the dark mini golf and family fun, putt and indoor entertainment is perfect for birthday parties, group, corporate and fundraising Events.

Inside the large glowing facility great weather is always guaranteed for enjoying and hosting the most exciting and interactive group events for all ages! Wear any white clothing and you will glow as you golf in a wonderland of vibrant colours; play in the arcades or dance to upbeat music. FUN, IMAGINATION AND ACTIVITY! PuttingEdge.com

 

LIJA Style

From the beginning, LIJA has strived to offer women style-driven golf apparel that mimics the ever-changing trends in fashion and we believe we have accomplished this. Take the Nuvo One Way Cardigan for example. With its Centre front zip, V-neckline, cropped length and all-over print detail, this cardigan is going to be key in every women’s spring 2011 golf wardrobe.
MSRP is $110.00
www.LijaStyle.com


My mini Golf

My mini Golf makes golf accessible and fun, attracting a younger audience as well as adults. Less intimidating than an 18-hole golf course, My mini Golf can lead non-golfers in generating an interest in the sport, while helping more experienced golfers perfect vital skills that will turn bogies into birdies.

Golf instructors can use the set to help students strengthen putting techniques in a fun way. Retirement communities can provide My mini Golf to senior residents to bring home a long lost pastime, and preschool programs can give children another option beyond the playground to have fun. From five to eighty-five, this golf game appeals to all ages. The 19-piece set includes 13 My mini Golf shapes, a putting disc, children’s rubber putter, score card, two balls and mesh storage bag. The products are made out of weather-proof durable plastic and can be played on on any smooth surface, outdoor or indoor. MSRP $299.95 http://www.myminigolf.us

Eazy Bag

A front opening allows for easier club access and removal while the unique club lock system keeps clubs organized with a soft, secure hold.  Recessed divots in bag bottom guides clubs into place with ample pockets for personal items, golf balls, etc. The zippered, clear nylon rain cover keeps clubs dry and strong weels on the base aid in transport to-and-from car to golf cart. MSRP $199.00 
www.ltgolf.com

 



TechSox

This seamless toe, “invisible cuff,” antimicrobial sock is the perfect fit for athletes who endure strenuous activity or those seeking orthopedic foot relief. Designed with true “left” and “right” epsilon heel and arch supports for each individual sock, they gently compress the foot providing ultimate support. Colors: black or white.  Adult/youth sizes: Sm-XXL.  These socks are so comfortable you forget you’re wearing them.  MSRP: $11.95.   www.TechSox.com 



The NEO
The Bushnell family of laser rangefinders are used by 87% of Champions Tour players and their caddies.  It’s the smallest, most compact, golf GPS unit available is also one of simplest and easiest to use providing distance to the front, center and back of the green, at a glance, and stores up to 10 courses. Download courses from iGolf.com or use it to map any course in the world-with no additional fees or computer needed. Lower scores are just a glance away!  MSRP $149.  www.bushnellgolf.com.



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Twist-Tee

Our editors absolutely love the Twist-Tee!  They swear, it brought consistency to their game and gave them extra yardage.  It has an amazing feel and stays in place when put into the ground and easily twists to the exact height for your next stroke. Conforms to USGA statndards. It will outlast many other tees, with its virtually indestructable design and material. Price for a package of 2 large tees and 1 small tee is $5 each. Individual tees are $2.25. Bulk with logo are less.
www.twistteegolf.com


Easy Glove

This a line of exciting golf gloves for both professionals and aficionados alike featuring a variety of original motifs.

Offered for men, women and children in a range of sizes, the gloves are a blend of genuine lamb leather and nylon detailed with the choice of 30 color graphics, particularly national flags.
MSRP: $19.00
www.Easy-Glove.com



Golf Flops
Showcase your love for golf in relaxing comfort and unique style with these adorable flip-flops. You'll romp in pleasure with these lightweight shoes, adorned with golf balls, a set of small clubs, and of course, a hole-in-one- flag. MSFP $20.00 www.HotFlops.net



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