Over the past year or so I’ve started doing a lot more traveling with golf clubs. And we’re not talking throw them in the back of the car and head out for a long weekend a few hours away. Since I started this top 100 quest I’ve been flying all over the world playing top 100 golf clubs – and I needed a golf travel bag that would live up to the constant abuse I’ve been throwing at it. Up until recently, I’d been using the Tour Trek GTS 3 bag, which I bought before my first trip last year.…
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.
Hybrids, utility clubs, rescue clubs — by whatever name you want to use, for many golfers, these clubs could be called life savers. Of all the innovations in golf over the past few decades — and there have been a lot of them when you think in terms of equipment, balls, push carts, electric push carts, affordable golf launch monitors, rangefinders, golf watches, and on and on — the hybrid golf club may have had the biggest impact on the most golfers. These tools have become indispensable in pretty much every golf bag nowadays. Some players carry just one. Others…
When it comes to the world of golf technology, I’m not sure there’s a single product segment that has evolved further in the last five years than launch monitors. It wasn’t long ago that the only options for a launch monitor were Trackman and competing products that held price tags well into the five figures. But now in 2025? There are golf launch monitors available at just about every price point, all the way down to a couple hundred dollars. And you know what’s even more surprising than that? Many of them are good. Very good. So before, when the only times…
For the last few years the FlightScope Mevo Plus has continued to be my favorite overall launch monitor. They’ve continued to roll out free updates that make the product better and better, and they’re doing it all with no subscription fees. The same cannot be said for the original FlightScope Mevo, however. What was once the best launch monitor under $500, feels like it’s been largely forgotten. And well, there’s a reason for that. Meet the new FlightScope Mevo Gen 2. To be honest, there’s not much of a comparison to make between this and the original Mevo. The more…
If there’s a G/FORE golf shoe out there, chances are I’ve worn it. Gallivanter? Yup. MG4+? Definitely. MG4x2? Still in the rotation. But for some reason, the G.112 kept slipping through the cracks. And honestly? That was a mistake. I’ve always liked how they look — sleek, a little sporty, casual in a good way. But I had this nagging suspicion they might not hold up as a serious golf shoe. Maybe too much fashion, not enough function. Turns out, I had it completely backwards. After putting seven rounds on these over the last month, I can say it plainly:…
Garmin’s made square watches before. But never like this. The Venu X1 is the first time they’ve gone full flagship with a squared-off form factor. And it’s the closest thing to an Apple Watch I’ve ever tried from Garmin. Just as importantly, the new Venu X1 is one of the best Garmin fitness watches I’ve ever worn. And one of the best golf watches, too. Not only that, but it’s got what is unquestionably Garmin’s best-ever screen. There’s a lot to cover. I’ve been wearing the Venu X1 for two weeks straight. On the course, on runs, while sleeping. In…
TRUE Linkswear has been working on this one for a while. The Lux2 Maven is their most advanced performance golf shoe to date, and it’s also the most expensive they’ve ever made. At $325, this is TRUE going full premium. The Lux2 Maven is designed to be a legit tour-level performer. Like, maximum stability, serious grip, full waterproofing, and a new carbon plate for power transfer. I’ve had them out for a few rounds now. And in this review, I’ll share what stood out to me and who I think this shoe is really for. I’ve always been a big…
If you’re a golf hardcore, you’ve without question dreamed of a home golf simulator setup. I mean, is there anything cooler than the idea of being able to play golf without leaving your house? And even if you’re a golf newcomer, mainstream exposure to simulators through places like Topgolf may have piqued your interest. The thing is: There’s never been a better time to consider a golf simulator for your home. Why? Because golf simulators used to be totally cost-prohibitive. They were the stuff of dreams, not reality, for most of us. Not anymore. We’re going to show you that…
Alright, one thing to get out of the way right up front: The Garmin Fenix 8 is an insanely good golf watch. Like, when I started wearing this watch and realizing how incredible it was on and off the golf course, I was completely sold. Only after discovering the unmatched screen quality of Garmin’s new Venu X1 did I even consider a different golf watch than the Fenix 8. So why then would I say that I don’t think most people should buy it? Well, let me explain. See, it’s not so much about anything the Fenix 8 gets wrong.…
Yes, this is a golf blog. And no there is no golf course attached to the Park Hyatt London River Thames. But along with fine cocktail bars and world class golf courses, what can I say, I’m a sucker for a good luxury hotel. So I always enjoy seeking out the best spots to stay for future golf trips. For instance, I’ve developed a bit of a habit of staying at the Park Hyatt New York whenever I’m in the city (which is usually for golf). It’s one of those places that just works. It’s comfortable, consistent, and easy to…