World No.1 Is Gunning For Mcllroy.

Tiger Woods has set his sights on Rory Mcllroy, taking exception to comments made by the young Ulster-man last month.

Mcllroy said that any European would fancy their chances against Tiger given the current state of his game. Not a grossly outrageous statement ,some might think, in the current climate. But not Woods himself. He has seen it as a slur and has become fired up by the remark.

Woods approached Mcllroy on the practice ground at the BMW Championship in Chicago and told him “Be careful what you wish for.” And according to one eye witness, it was not said in jest!

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Support Your Team- Wear The Gear.

With Ryder Cup week well and truly under way, now is the time for you to wear your team's colours. With everything from shirts to shoes on sale with the Ryder Cup logo, there is something for everyone, with a budget to suit.

From ball markers that will cost you a couple of pounds, to shoes that could cost a couple of hundred, there is no shortage of items for you to impress. Whether you are going to the actual event and want to be kitted out in your teams colours to show your support, or maybe you just want a sweater or shoes to impress your playing partners when you play your weekly medal, it is all there.

The popular  Ryder Cup golf shoe, pictured above, is available through THIS LINK, where you will also find mostly anything you would like with the Ryder Cup logo.

And don't forget when the official team clothing for this year's competition is available to the public, there will be even more chances for you to look your best on the course.

More shoes and equipment available HERE.

No Twits At Celtic Manor

European Ryder Cup captain Colin Montgomerie has told his players not to make Twits of themselves this week by imposing a no Twitter ban until the event is finished – only for Graeme McDowell to almost immediately defy his skipper!

His US counterpart has made the same decision, the teams being forbidden to use social networking sites until the competition has ended. They are afraid that one of the players might say something to cause controversy on Twitter like some sport stars have done recently.

But as the ban was announced, golfers from both sides were determined to break it!

Full story HERE.

Ryder Cup Woes.

With the Ryder Cup fast approaching the pressure is starting to mount, on some people more than others.

With the kind of year Tiger Woods has had, no doubt he would have liked to arrive at Celtic Manor under the radar and prepare for his matches with no distractions. Well let's hope he still has a sense of humour as one local company has come up with a novel idea to generate more sales during this year's match.

And if we can believe everything we read or hear, then the European Captain, Colin Montgomerie has some personal issues at the moment as well. This, coupled with the fact that he is desperate to win back the Ryder Cup for Europe, does not make his job any easier.

With the match just over a fortnight away, let's hope that golf takes centre stage.

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Do Your Research When Choosing New Golf Clubs.

Choosing new golf clubs is never easy, but it is worth putting some time and effort into it. If you spend some time researching the makes and models available, the more satisfied you will be with your final choice. When you start out, you will realize there are a few options open to you regarding how you go about your research. While you could visit your local golf store and rely on the advice of the salesman, it is not the best way to get what you want. You will find out here about resources you can use in your search for new golf clubs.

The first thing to say is if you are reading this then you have found the ultimate source of information - the internet. Here you can visit the web sites of the various companies who manufacture clubs, and discover all the technical specs you'll ever need. Or there are review sites that will tell you about the pros and cons of a particular club and who the club is aimed at. All you really need to do is type in your query to your favorite search engine and sift through the results. It is a good idea to bookmark any site you find helpful, making it easy to find in the future.

Golf magazines are another resource that usually have sections that are dedicated to news and reviews of clubs that are new to the market. If you are looking for a particular make or model it is a good idea to search through these golf magazines (or again, their online resource) to see what their opinion is on this club. You could even visit consumer based web sites that will also provide you with reviews of the club along with the best prices and where to buy. If you visit a few sites and find the reviews to be consistent, you can usually rely on the information.

Another way of getting good advice is to get in touch with the people who use the clubs. The best person to ask about this is your course professional. These guys really know their stuff, and if you let him have a look at the way you swing the club, he won't be long recommending the best club for you at this time. The more you play and the better you get may require a change of club in the future. If you are just starting out and are not yet a member of a club, you could visit one of the many online golf communities. There are many forums that aim to get golfers in touch with each other, and you should definitely consider joining at least one.

By far the best way of choosing new golf clubs is to actually try the clubs out for yourself. If your local golf store has a range attached, you can ask the pro if you can take the club onto the range to try it out. Most stores will let you do this, and it allows you to test the club and see if it is for you, before you commit to buying. If you don't have this facility, then maybe you know someone who has the clubs that you would like to try. Talk to them and ask if you could borrow his clubs for a round or two to see if you like them. There is no doubt that testing the clubs yourself is the best way to find out whether you like them or not.

For more information and help on choosing new golf clubs take a look HERE

Different Golf Bags For Different Rounds

Buying a golf bag is a personal decision that you will make on looks and styling, but even more so it's a decision based on your own circumstances. There is a golf bag for everyone, but you first have to decide  how you need it to work for you. The golf bag is what holds your clubs as you go around the course, so how do you need it to function?

Listed here are the types of golf bags, and what  they are used for and by whom:

Carry Bag:

If you are going to walk the course while playing and carry your bag over your shoulder, you will need a lightweight bag with a wide padded strap. If you can, before buying, try the bag on with everything in it you will be carrying, just to see that it fits properly and is comfortable to wear. It should be made of light material, such as canvas or nylon, and should just be big enough to hold the clubs, balls and tees that you will need for your round. It should also have a built -in kickstand so you don't have to lay it on the ground.

Cart Bag:

This bag is bigger than the carry bag and will hold more clubs and accessories.  It's also heavier and is not meant to be carried,but to be used either on a golf cart or hand-pushed cart.  There will also be more pockets in these golf bags to allow for more storage.

Tour Bag:

The tour bag is the biggest and heaviest of all golf  bags. This is the bag the pros use, and you will see this bag being carried by the caddie.  They're high quality, hold the most clubs and equipment, and are also the most expensive. And they are VERY heavy. The caddies have to be fit!

Junior Bag:

These golf bags are made for the young golfer. They hold less clubs, have a shorter shoulder strap and are lighter in weight. They are also less expensive, which is always a good thing when your not sure if junior is going to take to golf or not.

Travel Bag:

Travel bags are available in soft or hard sides.  If you are flying with your bag, though, the hard sided bag will be the better option. Also, if you can, get one with built in wheels so it is easy to transport across the airport parking lot. And look for one that has a locking mechanism as well, to help ensure that none of your clubs accidentally fall out or worse, get stolen.

Choosing the color and design of a golf bag is a personal thing that only you can decide. Keep an eye on quality and price, certainly, but above all make sure you get the right golf bag for you in your situation.

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