Stuff I Like
Gear I actually use — and teach with.
Honest notes on every item. No sponsored fluff, no review copy — these are the balls, mats, trainers, and tools I reach for in real lessons. Links are affiliate; we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Putting
6 picks
PuttOUT Pressure Putt Trainer
$$The parabolic ramp teaches speed control faster than words ever will. I use this with every student who struggles with lag putts.
PuttOut Slim Putting Mat
$$Rolls true, fits anywhere. The one I keep at home and the one I tell students to get.
PuttOUT Compact Putting Mirror
$$Quick alignment check before every practice session. Shows you exactly where your eyes are at address.
PuttOUT Magnetic Putting Mirror
$$Same concept, adjustable gate adds a stroke path check. Worth the upgrade if putting is your weak spot.
PuttOUT Devil Ball
$Forces a square face at impact. If the ball curves, your face was open or closed — instant, honest feedback.
Indoor Putting Trainer (Portable/Foldable)
$Folds flat, sets up in seconds. Good for hotel rooms and offices when you want to get reps in.
Balls
10 picks
Bridgestone Tour B X
$$Firmer feel, more workability. For the player who wants to shape shots and has the speed to compress it.
Bridgestone Tour B RXS
$$Mid-compression. Max spin on wedge shots without sacrificing distance.
Bridgestone Tour B XS
$$Low spin off the driver, high spin around the green. For faster players who need a little more spin.
TaylorMade TP5X (2024)
$$Five-layer, high launch, low spin off the tee. A legitimate tour ball that a lot of amateurs overlook.
TaylorMade TP5 (2024)
$$Softer than the TP5X, more greenside spin. Good middle ground if you're choosing between distance and feel.
TaylorMade Tour Response (2022)
$$Tour-level performance at a lower price point. If you're not sure you need a $50/dozen ball, start here.
Callaway Chrome Soft
$$Consistent performer, soft feel. A safe pick if you haven't done a ball fitting.
Srixon Z-Star
$$Underrated ball. Great feel, competitive spin numbers, and usually $5-10 cheaper per dozen than the big names.
Srixon Z-Star XV
$$Higher compression version of the Z-Star. More distance, slightly firmer. For faster swing speeds.
Tees
3 picks
BirTee Pro Winter/Mat Golf Tees (8-Pack)
$Only tees I use on mats. They don't break, they don't fly, and they sit at the right height every time.
PrideSports Wood Golf Tees (100 Count)
$Cheap, consistent, biodegradable. I burn through tees — these are the ones I restock without thinking.
SHKIBY Bamboo Golf Tees
$Stronger than wood, same price. I keep a bag of these in rotation with the PrideSports.
Gloves
3 picks
Mizuno RainFit Golf Gloves
$The rain glove I trust. Grip actually improves when wet — most rain gloves just delay the slip.
Mizuno Pro Leather Golf Glove
$Clean fit, good feel, holds up longer than most at this price. My go-to fair-weather glove.
Mizuno ThermaGrip Cold Weather Glove
$Keeps hands warm without killing feel. I wear these through November and into early spring.
Training Aids
3 picks
SuperStroke Alignment Sticks (Set of 2)
$Every lesson starts with alignment verification. Students who practice without these are guessing.
SwingQuest by Peter Finch
$Solid read on building your own swing identity. I recommend it to students who want to understand the why, not just the what.
Golf Force Plate Swing Trainer
$$Teaches ground force and weight shift. I use this with students who sway instead of rotate.
Tech
6 picks
Bushnell Tour V7 Shift Rangefinder
$$$I carry an older model of this and it's still going to this day. Slope switch makes it tournament legal when you need it.
Blue Tees Player+ AI GPS Speaker
$$GPS distances and a Bluetooth speaker in one. Clips to the cart, plays music, tells you the yardage. Solid range day companion.
NFC Key Tags (for student check-in)
$In my kitStudents tap, they're checked in. One tag on the keychain replaces the clipboard. I hand these out on day one.
QR Code Square Stickers (pre-printed)
$In my kitStick one at every range stall or lesson box. Students scan, Session logs the visit. No sign-in sheet, no missed check-ins.
1x1 Square Thermal Label Rolls (for QR printing)
$In my kitBlank rolls I run through the label printer when I need a quick QR for a new student or a one-off drill station.
CLABEL Bluetooth Label Printer
$$In my kitPrints a QR sticker in three seconds from my phone. Paired with the 1x1 rolls, this is how I stand up a new check-in spot on the spot.
Accessories
3 picks
Divot Repair Tool (Foldable Magnetic)
$Folds flat in the pocket, magnetic so it stays put. Fix your ball marks.
Frogger BrushPro Club Cleaner
$Retractable cord clips to the bag. One brush handles grooves and faces — no excuse for dirty clubs.
Other
3 picks
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