Ben Alberstadt

Building on the success of its MySpider program, TaylorMade is introducing MyTP, a custom-design platform for its TP line of putters. The traditional shapes of the TP line’s Juno and Soto models can be customized in 11 areas. And whether golfers prefer the more rounded appearance of the Soto or the more squared-off look of […]

By Ben Alberstadt (ben.alberstadt@golfwrx.com) December 10, 2018 Good Monday morning, golf fans. 1. King again! Louis Oosthuizen captured his home country’s open for his first win in three years. Ryan Herrington writes…”Louis Oosthuizen was already the winner of a historic Open title, but on Sunday he claimed arguably a more meaningful one to the 36-year-old. […]

Comedian Jake Adams has written for GolfWRX in the past, penning a hilarious piece on the pitfalls of going to “golf college” last year. So, when we heard the California-based comedian was launching a golf-related podcast, we were intrigued and tracked down the former country club caddie to learn more. Here’s what Adams had to […]

By Ben Alberstadt (ben.alberstadt@golfwrx.com) August 9, 2018 Good Thursday morning, golf fans. 1. R.I.P. Jarrod Lyle Jarrod Lyle is dead at 36. I think it’s disrespectful to say he “lost” the battle. It’s disrespectful to say anyone cancer kills loses, because it suggests they could have or should have done more/something different to win. Sometimes, […]

Good morning, GolfWRX members. As most of you are signed up for our newsletters, you likely already know that I’ve been sending this little Morning 9 roundup of nine items of note. In case you’ve missed it, or you prefer to read on site rather than in your email, we’re including it here. Check out […]

Good morning, GolfWRX members. As most of you are signed up for our newsletters, you likely already know that I’ve been sending this little Morning 9 roundup of nine items of note. In case you’ve missed it, or you prefer to read on site rather than in your email, we’re including it here. Check out […]

With PGA Merchandise Show week upon us, the releases are coming fast and furious. This extends to the rangefinder space, where Bushnell debuts its new Hybrid model. The Hybrid combines both laser and GPS technologies (hence the name). The Hybrid displays lasered distances to the flagstick, then relies on GPS for front-and back-of-the-green yardages. “Hybrid […]

Good morning, GolfWRX members. As most of you are signed up for our newsletters, you likely already know that I’ve been sending this little Morning 9 roundup of nine items of note. In case you’ve missed it, or you prefer to read on site rather than in your email, we’re including it here. Check out […]

By Ben Alberstadt (ben.alberstadt@golfwrx.com) June 25, 2019 Good Tuesday morning, golf fans. 1. Inside a life-changing finish PGATour.com’s Jim McCabe with more on Zack Sucher… “By now, the particulars to the story have been well documented: How Sucher in Round 3 went from six in the lead to six behind playing competitor Chez Reavie, thanks in […]

It’s time for a tradition unlike any other: Masters-themed equipment and apparel, of course. You know, equipment inspired by Pimento Cheese sandwiches, Azaleas, Georgia peaches, Amen Corner, and anything green-and-yellow. Here’s a look at a few of the products that caught our eye ahead of the Masters. Sugarloaf Social Club/MacKenzie Par-3 Bag Inspired by the […]