E. Michael Johnson

5 days ago | golfdigest.com | E. Michael Johnson

Question: There doesn’t seem to be a big difference between club models from year to year anymore. What industry disruptors do you foresee in the near future or do you foresee any at all? Answer: Although we don’t know now who the disruptors are going to be in the months and years ahead, we can pretty much guarantee they'll be there. But we understand your question. The Rules governing equipment seem to have boxed in manufacturers, and the gains from one model to the next seem to be small.

6 days ago | golfdigest.com | E. Michael Johnson

Scottie Scheffler won the Memorial Tournament, becoming only the second player to win the event in consecutive years. The other was Tiger Woods, which seems fitting given that Scheffler uses TaylorMade P7TW irons based off Woods’ muscleback blades. “I grew up playing Nike clubs like Tiger, so these had a special appeal to me,” Scheffler told Golf Digest in 2022.

1 week ago | golfdigest.com | E. Michael Johnson

At this week’s Memorial and U.S. Women’s Open, some new Ping equipment might just find its way into the bags of some players. That’s because the company is bringing to tour its i240 irons and iDi utility irons, and although the company is keeping the lid on technical details, photos provide some clues on the new sticks.

1 week ago | golfdigest.com | E. Michael Johnson

Ben Griffin nabbed a PGA Tour title last month at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans team event, but had yet to break through on his own. The Zurich win, however, had him in an aggressive frame of mind for the final round of the Charles Schwab Challenge. “I’m a PGA Tour winner now. … The pedal is going to be down. I'm excited to get back out there. You know, there's some birdie holes to start the round tomorrow.

2 weeks ago | golfdigest.com | E. Michael Johnson

Question: I recently went to Pinehurst and was embarrassed when the caddie basically said my bag was too heavy. I don’t want to make that mistake again. What are the best ways to lighten the load while still making sure I have what I need? Answer: Well, the guess here is the No. 1 thing wrong with your golf bag is probably, um, your golf bag. Our rule of thumb, if fully empty, is that if your bag weighs more than a newborn child you’re doing yourself a disservice. Even if you always ride.