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Hot ticket Tickets are now available to the Buick Invitational, held January 24-27, for the golfer in your life this holiday season. Come see many of the world's top golfers play Torrey Pines and prepare for the U.S. Open there in June. Visit buickinvitational.com or call (619) 281-4653. Nine is fine Golfers and non-golfers alike will enjoy Play Nine, the innovative new card game of golf. Just like in real golf, the object is to shoot the lowest score. The combination of strategy and luck-of-the-draw keeps the fun and challenge alive down to the last hole. Play Nine is easy to learn and fun to play, and makes a great gift for golfers on your holiday list. Designed for two to six players, ages 8 to adult. Call (800) 526-6348 or visit playnine.com. A shankless gesture Get rid of the short-game shanks this holiday season with F2 wedges. The unique and patented innovation places the hosel behind the clubface, putting the golf club in a face-forward position at all times. At impact the face makes contact with the ball before the hosel enters the hitting area, making shanks nearly impossible. Visit f2golf.com. Rejoice with Rombax shafts Fujikura's series of Rombax shafts is the perfect gift to whip any golfer into shape. The patented material, design, process and technology of the Rombax shafts has allowed Fujikura to be the No. 1 driver shaft brand on the PGA Tour for the past seven years. For more information, call (760) 598-6060 or visit fujikuragolf.com. A hit series The Medama Oyaji headcover from the hit Japanese animated series GeGeGe no Kitaro has been one of the more popular headcovers to come around and can fit a 460cc driver. The headcovers retail for $29.95 at Golf Exchange in Los Angeles. Call (213) 622-0403. A Goodway sleigh Surprise your family with a Goodway Golf Car this holiday season. Imagine the convenience and fun you can have with your family in a Goodway Golf Car. Whether it's driving in the backyard or on the links, a Goodway Golf Car will bring an enjoyable and quality ride. Goodway offers some of the lowest and affordable prices throughout Southern California. Call (626) 961-7291 or visit goodwaygolfcar.com. Nothing plane about it Excursion Air Golf Club boasts the world's most unique golf travel club. Excursion Air features day trips for its golfing members to world-class golf destinations all while traveling in luxurious planes, eating the finest food and creating experiences that are talked about for a lifetime. For information on memberships, call (310) 426-2399 or visit excursionair.com. Sight for sore eyes Callaway's stainless-steel frame, rimless glasses make it easy to read all those gift cards you get over the holidays. Even better, the hinged temples telescope out from the closed position. The polycarbonate lenses come in four reading powers, all in a case about the size of a cigarette lighter. Available at Las Vegas Golf Discount in Cerritos. Call (562) 413-4455. Buckle up in style The J. Lindeberg golf collection at The Clubhaus in Long Beach features leather belts that offer new buckles for the refined golfer. The stylish buckles feature great detail and a subtle JL logo. Also, receive a 10 percent discount on your purchase with free membership to The Clubhaus. Call (562) 494-0200 or visit golfshopperusa.com. Wedge of reason A unique head shape and innovative sole design combine to make the TG 02 one of the easiest-to-hit, most versatile wedges in golf - from tight lies, deep rough and any bunker shot you'll ever encounter. Sand or lob wedges with steel or graphite shafts and all lengths and flexes are available. Golf Coast in Santa Ana is offering the TG 02 beryllium copper spin action wedges starting at $99. Call (800) 465-3767. Precious metals The Yonex Cyberstar Nanospeed irons are designed to give one's game superiority. The long irons (3-5) provide higher launch, the middle (6-7) and short (8-9) irons are designed for improved shot-making and feel, and the wedges have a half-cavity design for more spin and accuracy. Call (800) 44-YONEX or visit yonexusa.com. Bedtime story Since 1999, BedHead Pajamas have been known for their stylish prints, fine detailing and soft cotton sleepwear for men and women. BedHead now offers an assortment of golf-themed pajamas at bedheadpajamas.com or by phone at (323) 634-0333. Time sensitive There is no better way to tell time on the course than with a Golf Fob watch from Callaway Golf. The watch features a digital readout with several functions: time, alarm, chronograph, timer and temperature. The watch has a swivel clip with a nylon strap, so you can hang it proudly from your golf bag just like the pros. Call (800) 277-4018 or visit callawaygolfwatches.com. A fashionable alternative Continental Golf Wear is an apparel company that revolves around the modern-day golfer. Its custom line of clothing provides you an alternative solution to classic golf apparel while still maintaining a classic look. The fabrics and designs are intended to give a comfortable and relaxed feel so you can wear them on or off the golf course. For more information, visit continentalgolfwear.com. Sole sensation The Shuttle M-Sole fairway wood series is part of Maruman's technologically advanced line of premium equipment offerings. Inspired by the design of those clubs, Maruman has produced the Shuttle M-Sole hybrid, which is engineered for optimum forgiveness and accuracy from a variety of lies. For more information, call (800) 650-1460 or visit marumanglobal.com. A 'Super' gift idea Golfers love the Super Stroke putting grips for their unique design. The grips come with a DVD featuring two-time U.S. Open champion Andy North's helpful putting tips. For a limited time only, US Golf of HB will install Super Stroke grips with no labor charge. Call (714) 841-8322 or visit golfhb.com. For weight watchers TaylorMade's r7 TP drivers come with 12 moveable weights for maximum adjustability. The positioning of the weights has been pushed farther apart to increase forgiveness and clubhead stability. Eagle USA Golf Shop in Costa Mesa is offering the driver for $198 while supplies last. Call (714) 979-9754. Style marks Tattoo Golf has taken its hot-selling stars and skulls design and made it more functional for the golfer. The poly-dri stars and skulls shirt ($47.99) is designed to wick away perspiration rapidly, and is available in black or white for both men's and women's lines. Also new is the pinstripe FlexFit hat ($24.99), available in white, brown or dark gray in three skull designs. Visit tattoogolf.com. On the mark Add a little bling to your golf game with Pimxa hat, belt and ball markers. These are considered the most luxurious golf ball markers on the market. There are several designs ranging from animals, logos and symbols. This stocking stuffer can be bought for as little as $9.99. Available at Golf Etc. Call (949) 855-4653 for a store near you. Swing into the season The SwingSetter from renowned golf instructor David Leadbetter develops your grip, swing plane, release and tempo, which are the four keys to a great golf swing. It is perfect for the winter months when practice time is limited. All it takes is six minutes twice a week to give you the feel of a great swing, and improve your ball-striking, distance, accuracy and consistency. Visit swingsetter.com. Weather beater Tour Grade is the world's lightest waterproof, windproof, breathable and flexible outerwear. The weight of the average Tour Grade suit is 10 ounces. Because of its incredible water-repellent characteristics, it gains no additional weight, even in a downpour. Less weight translates to less resistance during your swing. Call (562) 902-8101 or visit tourgradegolf.com. The gift of graphite Give your golf enthusiast accuracy and distance this holiday season. The Pershing series from Graphite Design has been touted as "the most underrated graphite shaft on the market." Achieve optimum trajectory and spin with the ideal shaft for today's high MOI clubheads. For more information, call (619) 671-0505 or visit gdintl.com. What to wear All Girls Golf provides performance polos, a perfect gift for your favorite female golfer. Pictured is the Lupe Polo, a five-button micro-fiber shirt designed with moisture wicking and anti-bacterial fabric. In addition to navy and red, the two-tone polo is available in red and white and black and white. For more information, visit allgirlsgolf.com or call (619) 733-1502. It's play time The Ping Pal and Moxie Junior iron sets use similar technology found in Ping's standard products and include flexible graphite shafts. This makes each junior-sized club easy to hit while producing greater distance and control. Each set contains a driver, stainless-steel hybrid, three irons, Anser putter and a lightweight carry bag with stand. Available at Golf Etc. in Upland. Call (909) 608-7855. Celebratory looks Village Golf & Fine Apparel welcomes you to share your holiday shopping experience with them. Located in the heart of The Riviera Village in Redondo Beach, The Riv is your country club pro shop on the beach that is there to help you look good on and off the golf course. Call (888) RIV-0077. Love your headcovers All Como!Come! headcovers are stylish with radiant colors and unique designs that brighten up the holiday spirit. Wood covers are made of 100 percent wool and can cover a 460cc driver. You can find them at Power Golf in Hacienda Heights. Call (626) 854-8808. A ball for all Reduce hooks and slices by more than 50 percent with the world's most accurate golf ball - the Polara. The "self-correcting" Polara boasts a revolutionary dimple design that enables recreational golfers to play with more confidence and have more fun. Start hitting off the tee with more than just hope - hit with confidence. For more information, call (866) 556-3100 or visit polaragolfball.com/SG. Good wood Give your weekend warrior of the links a new addition to the bag - the Simpac HS-45 fairway woods. The Simpac square woods have weights precisely distributed around the club to help increase clubhead speed and distance while providing more forgiveness. Call (949) 252-1117 or visit simpac.com. Fashion statement All the latest golf fashions from top designers are at Bellasport and Uomosport: Calvin Klein, Burberry, Lija, Jamie Sadock, Lily of Beverly Hills, Ben Hogan, and many more. Simply stop at their prestigious Town Center location in Valencia, where all holiday purchases come with free gift wrapping. Call (661) 799-3500 or shop online at uomosport.com. Get in the swing The Swingdicator system is an incredibly easy to use yet remarkably effective golf swing training aid. The two-part system consists of the "Swingdicator" and an instructional DVD starring PGA Tour professional Scott Verplank. A portion of all sales benefit the Diabetes Research Institute. Learn more at swingdicator.com. Short-game saviors Squeal-to-a-halt wedge shots are a common sight on tour, but it's Fourteen's original MT-28 wedges that make that kind of approach shot possible for everyday golfers by combining spin capability with a high level of control and stability. Fourteen wedges allow players ultimate spin, trajectory, and distance control - all keys to a sound short game. Call (949) 852-8611 or visit fourteengolf.com. Going the distance The SG4 Sky Caddie offers advanced features, a large display and a long-lasting rechargeable battery. The SG4 includes SkyGolf's patented IntelliGreen technology enabling golfers to measure the full depth of the green from any angle of approach. It also shows distances for all targets and hazards on any of SkyGolf's 11,000 professionally mapped courses. Available for $349.99. For more information, visit sportchalet.com. The SG5 Sky Caddie from Sky Golf is the latest distance device for golfers who want to see the full depth and shape of a green from any angle of approach. It also shows distances for all targets and hazards. A large color display and a long-lasting rechargeable battery will help keep those snowmen off your scorecard. Available for $399-$499 at Nevada Bob's in Laguna Hills (949-472-4653) and Roger Dunn Golf Shops (888-216-5252). |
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