Whether you’re searching for the perfect gift for the golfer in your life or you’re treating yourself to something you deserve, we’ve got some great ideas for stocking stuffers and big surprises that won’t disappoint (don’t forget to also check out Part 2 for even more goodies!).
GPS Golf Watch: Garmin Approach S2 ($179)
You can wear this sporty gadget both on and off the course—it’s that pretty! This attractive GPS watch comes pre-programmed with detailed maps of 39,000 courses—along with free lifetime updates. As if that weren’t enough, the watch also gives you yardage from the front, middle, and back of the green, layup and dogleg distances, and a digital scorecard that you can print later for your records. Choose from a variety of classy band colors. Oh, and it tells the time and date, too. Get more information and order here.
TaylorMade R1 Driver (Regular Price $400—Currently on Sale for $200)
Now you can fine-tune your driver to compensate for your quirks. Adjust to any loft, any look, and any flight to eek out every possible yard. By working with different combinations of adjustments, you can maximize for any green conditions and to perfect your shot. Get more information here.
Sklz Golf Putting Bundle ($99.99)
When the weather doesn’t cooperate, practice true-to-life green situations at home or in the office. The Putting Plane helps correct your stroke path, the 1 2i Putting Mirror helps optimize putting paths for both left- and right-handed players, and the Accelerator Pro Putting Mat features a very clever ball return function for continuous play. Purchase the entire bundle or pick up just one or two of the components to make a wonderful gift.
Golf Skate Caddy (Ask a GSC Sales Representative for Pricing and Financing Options)
The Aussies are phenomenal party planners, and the designers of the incredibly fun and functional Golf Skate Caddy are no exception. They thought of everything: ball holders, fake grass on the board’s platform so you can wear your golf cleats, an umbrella holder, a cooler for drinks, ABS brakes, dual-drive system, and driving software that makes your ride safer and your course time shorter. Bonus: you’ll get a core workout as you balance and turn the skate caddy over the course. Why would you ever ride in a golf cart again?
Golf Swing Shirt ($69.95)
Sure, you’ll look a little strange, but you’ll swing like a pro! Endorsed by Padraig Harrington and Jimmy Ballard, this shirt will teach you the type of connected swing that pro coaches teach their students. The unisex shirt comes in both black or orange.
Golf Game-Inglove ($69.99)
Can a glove help you improve your swing and correct your stance? Absolutely! The GIG comes with a Laser Path Mat to help you square your club and practice your stance and swing. The product also arrives with an instructional DVD, but you can also see how it works here.
Perfect Release ($56.95)
Another aid for perfecting your swing, the Perfect Release is like having your pro instructor wrap his arms around you from behind and guide your arms and body movements, only without all the awkwardness. Strap one of these bungee-like cords on your non-dominant arm and immediately swing your club up and down the line like a pro.
ShipSticks ($39 and up; prices vary according to shipping destinations)
If your golfer plans to take a vacation or squeeze in a couple rounds during a business trip, offer the gift of safely shipped golf clubs. ShipSticks promises safe shipping of your golf bag and clubs from your home to your hotel or clubhouse so you can avoid the crapshoot of checking your golf equipment on the airplane or having them take up valuable cargo space in a car. It’s pretty ingenious, actually! Check out more about them and their services here.