Stocking stuffers might be small, but for golfers, they can hit big. A new divot tool, a fresh glove, a sleeve of their favorite balls… These little things can make a golfer’s holiday every bit as much as the larger gifts they might receive. So if you’re stuffing a stocking for the golfer in your life — or you are that golfer hoping to steer Santa in the right direction — here’s your guide. These are the compact, budget-friendly golf gifts that actually get used. GreenHaven Foldable Divot Tool (with Magnetic Ball Marker) The ultimate golf stocking stuffer: Cheap, useful,…
Author: Sean Ogle
Sean Ogle
As the Founder of Breaking Eighty Sean has spent the last 10+ years reviewing the best golf products and golf courses in the world. He prides himself on only writing about products and courses he's experienced first hand, and helping others find exactly what they need to enhance their enjoyment of the game we all love so much.
I’ve been fortunate enough to test a lot of drivers over the years here at Breaking Eighty, and I always look forward to what Tour Edge has up its sleeve. Last year’s E725 genuinely surprised me with its forgiveness, to the point where I kept asking myself “what kind of voodoo magic is in this thing?” So when Tour Edge sent over their new Exotics Max driver, I was curious to see if they could replicate that magic, or better yet, improve on it. After spending considerable time with the Max, I can say this: it’s one of the best…
What a time for a golf junkie to be alive. Seriously, just consider for a minute how much golf information is available for our consumption 24/7/365. It’s non-stop. We’ve got around-the-clock television coverage, a dedicated satellite radio channel, an uncountable number of websites, magazines, books, newsletters, and yes, podcasts. That’s what we’re going to get into today — the best golf podcasts of 2025. Why do we need such a list? Because there are literally hundreds of active golf podcasts that have multiple episodes. But like anything that expansive, there’s a lot of so-so content out there. So, we’ve checked…
When you think “dream golf destination,” your mind probably jumps to Scotland, Ireland, or maybe the Oregon coast. But here’s what most golfers are sleeping on: Nova Scotia delivers everything those iconic destinations promise: dramatic seaside links, world-class resort golf, stunning coastal drives, and unforgettable hospitality, all within a few hours’ drive from the eastern United States. After spending a week exploring the region with my dad, I can confidently say: this is one of the best golf trips you can take in North America. Period. We played five incredible courses, including two that consistently rank among the top 100…
If you grew up golfing in the Pacific Northwest during the ’80s or ’90s, there’s a good chance you wore Forrester’s gear at some point. Then, like so many old-school golf brands, it just kind of vanished. But here’s the thing: Forrester’s is back. And they’re not messing around. The brand rights changed hands a couple of times before landing with the same team that brought back the iconic Jones Golf bags. When Chris Bailey, the guy who was instrumental in designing some of the most legendary Jordan gear for Nike, got interested in designing for the brand, well, good…
I’ve tested a lot of golf hoodies over the years. Some look great but don’t perform. Others are functional but boring. And most fall somewhere in the middle: good enough, but nothing special. The B.Draddy Andy Hoodie? It’s different. When I first pulled it out of the package, I wasn’t sure what to expect. B.Draddy isn’t exactly a household name in golf apparel. And at $256 MSRP, it’s priced like it thinks it’s something special. But after wearing it constantly over the past few months, both on the course and off, I’ve developed some pretty strong opinions about where it…
It’s only been in the last year that I’ve been able to really dive into Zero Restriction to find out just how good their products really are. Their Future Vest has become a staple of my wardrobe, and despite the high price, the Z2000 rain gear is about as good as it gets for waterproof clothes on the golf course. But here’s some good news. If you use the coupon code BREAKING you can save 20% on anything at Zero Restriction. All of their stuff is premium, but this code should take the edge of a little bit when it…
These days, it feels like every rangefinder brand is chasing “extras.” Built-in GPS. Touchscreens. App integrations you may have no interest in ever using. Sometimes it’s like they’re adding features just because they can, not because golfers asked for them. That’s why the Precision Pro Titan Slope caught my attention. It’s not trying to reinvent anything. There’s no wild tech stack or unnecessary bells and whistles. It’s just… a rangefinder. I’ve been a fan of Precision Pro for a long time, going all the way back to the NX7, NX9, NX10, and now the new Titan series. Last year, when…
I get sent a lot of golf apparel to try out. Some of it’s good. Some of it’s not. And some of it has worked its way into my day-to-day life as staples of my wardrobe. Redvanly falls into that last box – but it wasn’t always that way. I’ve tested out Redvanly items every year for about a decade now. In the early years, I’d typically find one or two pieces that I liked – but much of it wasn’t for me. Either that fit wasn’t quite right, or their bolder color block signature style was just well, a little too…
If you want to play your best golf, you need to treat your body well. I know that sounds obvious, but it’s something most amateur golfers completely overlook. And now that I’m 40, I can’t get away with ignoring recovery like I used to. The days of playing 36 holes, sleeping on a terrible hotel mattress, and waking up feeling fine? Yeah, those are long gone. We’ll spend hundreds of dollars on the latest driver or a fresh set of irons, but when it comes to investing in recovery tools that help us feel better and perform better on the…