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Hello golfers,

Welcome to this week's newsletter with all the latest updates from The Links!

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Studio news

Progress continues...

Although we had a visit from the ‘Beast from the East’ this week, it didn’t stop Richard and I testing some of the new stock that has just arrived.

Testing clubs in the Lab is a great way for us to develop product knowledge allowing for better fittings and recommendations for members.

This week we put the new Callaway Rogue driver up against the Mizuno ST190. Both clubs are at the premium end of the market both in price and quality.

They are seriously loaded with all the technology you would expect to maximise distance and accuracy.

Richard was our test pilot and with his average clubhead speed of around 105 mph, this requires a stiff and slightly heavier shaft than is standard

He currently feels that he creates too much backspin with his existing driver so this was an area he was keen to look at.

Depending on your clubhead speed and shot patterns there are optimum launch angles and ball spin rates that enable you to reach optimum distance and accuracy.

Check out our video here of Richard putting the Mizuno ST190 driver through its paces.

If you are interested in a fitting then please contact us on 01638 662395 or click below.

We will work closely with you to find the best solution for you. whether its a few extra yards or more control.

There are many different drivers on the market now, its important to find the one which performs best for you.

Click here to view the video.

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The Links Golf Lab - Grand Opening

We finally have an opening date for the Golf Lab of Friday 9th and Saturday 10th March. For the event we are offering all members a chance to double their money when they book a FREE taster session in the Lab on either of these days. Further details to follow on how to register.

When you book your 20 minute taster in The Lab you will have your swing videoed at over 200 fps, use the GC2 simulator and see your shots fly on a 3x4 meter screen and get the chance to use our Quintic putting analyser on the 14 feet putting area. You will receive a written report of the analysis from the technologies and a voucher to get 20% OFF your first booking.

This offer will end Sunday 12th March at 6pm.For those of you who might be unable to make this weekend you can still take advantage of the discount by just registering on the website.

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Club news

The Links Pro Shop Matchplay Trophy

Last week Jonny and Richard had the pleasure of the company of 14 of our lady members for the second Pro Shop Match Play Trophy at Amendoeira Golf Resort in Portugal. 

The Pro Shop Matchplay event has a similar format to the Ryder Cup, Childerley’s Team V Sharkey’s Team and is played over three days.

The matches were closely contended, Team Sharkey scraped a 8.5-7.5 win to even up the series at 1-1 and take home the Trophy.

The third and fourth matches will be held later this year in November.

There are still a few places still available, so if you are interested in joining in the fun then please contact either Richard or Jonny in the Pro Shop or click here for more information

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Play continues...

Jonny having a bit of fun on Wednesday. We hope this weather moves on quickly so we can see many of you back out on the course!

Click here to watch Jonny tee it up in the snow!

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Shop news

Stock taking and new arrivals...

We took advantage of the quiet time at the club this week to get on top of the stock taking before all the new stock starts to arrive for the spring.

Although it doesn’t feel like Spring is anywhere near, Easter is only four weeks away.

How many?...

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Get a grip!

Playing with worn and shiny grips makes it difficult to produce a fluid and reliable swing, which leads to mishits and inconsistent ball-striking. Come and collect your FREE Align Golf Pride grip in-store and you’ll feel the difference that a new grip can make immediately.

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PING's new iron arriving soon

Sitting alongside the iBlade, i200, G400 and the women's G Le in PING's iron range for 2018 will be the rather special G700. PING say you'll experience a higher launch, increased forgiveness and greater distance with this aesthetically pleasing hollow-body iron, which lands in-store in a few weeks' time.

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PING G700 iron coming soon

Make your mum smile this Mother's Day

It's great to give something back to our parents and that is exactly why Mother's Day is such a special occasion. Leading up to the day - it's on Sunday, 11 March for those of you wondering - we are giving you the chance to purchase a Garmin Approach X40 GPS band for just £159.99, saving you £60.

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Garmin Mother's Day offer
 
 
 
A feature you might not be aware of...

Nowadays, distance measuring devices are considered vital pieces of equipment by many golfers. We think that it’s only once you regularly use one that you begin to appreciate just how useful it can be in helping you play your best golf.

More than front, middle and back
The main reason you’ve probably considered a GPS device is for the distances it gives you to the front, middle and back of the green, but Garmin’s products offer a little bit more.

Course Illustration

This Approach S20 GPS watch has Green View that reveals the shape of the green for any blind approach shots, plus it can keep score and discreetly receive messages. The feature we find most beneficial though is its lay-up distances to hazards and doglegs, which are invaluable when you’re playing new courses and need to plot your tee shots, like in the hole graphic here.

Garmin Approach S20
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Which grip should you go for?

Different grips offer varied performance benefits, which is why you should pay close attention to which ones you choose for your clubs. It’s also true that you should come and feel a few in person, plus there are other factors you must consider.

Golf Pride Align Grips

Grip size
Size is arguably the most important factor to consider with everything from undersize to jumbo available, as well as additional layers of tape. If a grip’s too small there’s a danger your hands will become too active, which can lead to hooks or pulls. If your grips are too thick your hands might not release effectively, causing blocks, pushes or slices.

Surface texture
If you look at your grips you'll notice they have patterns designed to offer either a smoother or rougher feel. Which one you opt for depends on what you find the most comfortable when hitting shots.

Playing conditions
Both the weather and your hands’ perspiration will also affect your grip choice. Generally speaking, if you play in wet weather or have hands that are prone to perspiring, we’d recommend trying moisture control grips with rougher textures.

One grip we’d certainly recommend trying is the Golf Pride MCC Align that has a raised ridge along the bottom that encourages consistent hand placment on every shot to aid a square clubface.

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Gear Focus
Mizuno
ST or GT: which will you choose?

Mizuno has introduced two new drivers into their line-up for 2018, both offering you something completely different. If you're after a low-spinning driver that's all about distance, ST180 is your go to. However, if you're after an adjustable driver with more options then look at the GT180.

For those of you unsure, come and see us for a thorough custom fitting where we can try both until we find the best option for your game.

Mizuno GT and ST
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Callaway Rogue woods
 
 
 
Have a good week on the Links
 
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