Gear & Guides
Buying guides and practical how-tos for golfers who'd rather be playing. We describe products from their makers' and retailers' own listings, and never invent test results.
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Gear guides
Guides and how-tos
A Beginner's Guide to Golf Clubs
New to golf? What each type of club does, how many you really need to start, and how to buy your first set without overspending.
Read the guide →Born To Golf, Forced To Work: A Practice Plan for Long Work Weeks
Short, realistic golf practice routines for people with long shifts, odd hours or a weekly commute. Ten-minute drills, home setups and on-the-road ideas.
Read the guide →How to Choose a Golf Hitting Mat
What to look for in a golf hitting mat for home practice: size, stance area, tee options and budget, with prices as listed on Nov 2, 2026.
Read the guide →Launch Monitor Buying Guide for Home Golfers
How to choose a golf launch monitor for home use: placement, indoor vs. outdoor use, software and subscriptions, and listed prices on Nov 2, 2026.
Read the guide →Hitting mats
| Product | Type | Price shown (November 2, 2026) | Why it's on the list | Retailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiberbuilt Grass Series Flight Deck | Hitting mat | $99.00 | Low-cost mat for net setups | Check at Shop Indoor Golf |
| SwingTurf Golf Hitting Mat | Hitting mat | $399.00 – $799.00 | Mid-priced mat with size options | Check at Rain or Shine Golf |
| Carl's HotShot Golf Mat System | Hitting mat | From $499.95 | Mat system from Carl's Place | Check at Carl's Place |
| Prime Tri-Turf Folding Mat | Hitting mat | $899.00 | Folding premium mat | Check at Prime Golf Systems |
| SIGPRO Softy 4' x 7' Golf Mat | Hitting mat | $999.99 | Premium mat for a dedicated sim room | Check at Shop Indoor Golf |
Prices were read from each retailer's product page on November 2, 2026. "From" means the lowest-priced option; sizes and bundles cost more. Always confirm the current price and what is included before you buy.
Everyday gear
| Product | Type | Price shown (November 2, 2026) | Why it's on the list | Retailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garmin Approach S12 (Black) | GPS golf watch | $199.99 | Simple on-course distances without a phone | Check at Rain or Shine Golf |
| Garmin Approach S70 47mm (Black) | GPS golf watch | $699.99 | Premium GPS watch option | Check at Rain or Shine Golf |
Prices were read from each retailer's product page on November 2, 2026. "From" means the lowest-priced option; sizes and bundles cost more. Always confirm the current price and what is included before you buy.
More everyday gear (balls, gloves, training aids) is coming soon.
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