Swing Things: Tech Tools to Improve Your Golf Game

Everyone can agree that golf hasn’t changed that much over the decades. However, thanks to technology, the way we improve our game has completely transformed. Of course, if you want to become a pro you will still need to practice (and then practice some more), but with some useful gadgets you will be able to improve your swing in half the time. You won’t become Tiger Woods overnight, but you will learn how to stay out of the bunkers. So, if you are interested in taking that first step towards improvement, here are several tech tools that will make that possible.

Garmin X40

We all know that cyclists, runners, and swimmers use Garmin to improve their game, but now this technology is available to golfers as well. X40 golf watch combines standard features such as step counting and heart rate monitoring with metrics for 40,000 courses across the world. When you turn on the ‘green view’ option, you will be able to see the layout of the green or a particular hole. This GPS will calculate precise distances to the front, middle, and back of the greens, and it will measure your shot distance so you can analyze your game afterward. Of course, this is not the only GPS gadget ideal for golfers. Check out the Hombre Golf club and find reviews of best golf GPS devices as well as quality and performance rates.

Full Swing Golf

Who says you need to spend a fortune if you want to play the best courses across the globe? With Full Swing Golf you can do it from the comfort of your home, and you don’t have to spend your entire savings. When you combine this golf simulator with high-speed cameras with infrared light waves, it feels like you are really there. Unlike older simulators that needed some time to calculate where your ball would land, this one does it instantly.

Zepp 2

If you are looking for a high-end motion-capture system, you might be worried that you will have to spend more than 20,000 dollars. Luckily, Zepp 2 won’t break the bank but will surely help you improve your game. Simply attach it to your glove and the sensors will track club speed, club plane, tempo, and backswing length, while providing instant analysis and evaluation. Since it is connected via Bluetooth to your phone it can send that data to your mobile device. If you wish to learn how to swing like a real pro, Zepp 2 can offer you its library of professional players and their swings, so you can see where you stand.

Bushnell Pro X2 Rangefinder

Your eyes can deceive you, so if you want to know for sure how far from you a certain point on the green is, you can use Bushnell’s rangefinder. With this laser you will be able to lock in on a flagstick over 450 yards away. When you are not playing in a tournament, you can easily toggle into a patented Slope function that compensates distances based on the topography of the course. Thanks to the PinSeeker with JOLT Technology you will be able to eliminate any doubt that you have locked onto the flag.

Arccos Caddie Smart Sensors

Having your personal caddie has its benefits, but hiring one can be tricky if you don’t have a sponsor. However, with the sensor system from Arccos, you can receive great tips without actually having to tip someone. This system learns how you play and suggests what you should work on. It cannot carry your bags, but you will surely get your money’s worth.

With these useful gadgets you will be able to improve your game in no time!