Let me be clear right up front: I really love the Bushnell Launch Pro. Even at the standard $3000 (you can also get the ball-data-only for $1999 as well), this launch monitor continually amazes me with how well it tracks the golf ball, how little it misses, and how easy it is to work with. If you are looking for one of the best options to put at the heart of your simulator setup, it's hard to go ... [ Read More ]
Why the Bushnell Launch Pro at $1999.99 for ball-only tracking is awesome
I've had my Bushnell Launch Pro for quite some time now, and I can tell you without question it is the most accurate, easiest to use, most reliable launch monitor I've ever owned. And though I paid quite a bit more than what it goes for these days, I don't regret it one bit. The day will come when I part ways with this trusty launch monitor, but it won't be without some serious sadness. It has ... [ Read More ]
Garmin Approach R10 gets far more accurate with Titleist RCT balls [TESTED]
A little while back, Titleist launched the new RCT ball that is built for better radar-based tracking. We decided to give these balls a shot with the Garmin Approach R10, since Garmin has added support for the radar-specific golf balls. The question many of you are likely wondering, however, is pretty clear: do these rather-expensive balls actually help the R10 be more accurate? And after some ... [ Read More ]
Yes, you can bend your left (lead) arm in the golf swing and still flush it
If you happen to have been following along on all our short form video channels (Reels, TikTok, Shorts, X), you know that I've been working on completely overhauling my swing. Coming from years and years of studying the Single Plane Swing of Moe Norman (taught in rigorous detail by Todd Graves), this change is a fundamentally big one for me. The Easiest Swing (based on teachings from Brian ... [ Read More ]
The Chip Caddie is a small, fun golf simulator with a short game focus
When you think of a golf simulator, a few things likely come to mind. High ceilings, large rooms, and purpose-built spaces that can accommodate an indoor golfing experience. While many of us (me included) can't fit a full-blown simulator in our home, there's a new player in the golf simulator game that is attempting to bridge the gap and get people playing golf indoors regardless of their space ... [ Read More ]
Will we see a new Garmin Approach R10 at the PGA Show 2024?
This week is an exciting one for those of us who really get into golf hardware and tech. From new golf clubs to golf balls to launch monitors and more, the PGA Show is where you'll find the latest, greatest gear we'll be talking about in 2024. All the big names will be there along with smaller, upstart companies looking to make their mark on the golf world in the coming year. For us here at ... [ Read More ]
This net and screen look perfect for a simple, affordable golf simulator setup
Sure, we have a nice, large hitting bay in the office here at Proof Golf (we wouldn't be much of a content creator focused on golf simulators without one, would we?), but I always have eyes on smaller, simpler setups as well. My beginnings with golf simulators dictates that I keep sights on affordable, nimble setups to help others also get started on their journey. And this net at Amazon has me ... [ Read More ]
Bushnell Launch Pro vs. Uneekor EYE MINI: why we’re making the switch
The world of launch monitors and home golf simulators is growing by the day, and that means more options are becoming available to the average consumer looking to either start a full simulator setup or simply have a tool at their side when making a regular trip to the driving range. From $500 options to $25,000 beasts, there's a little something for everyone in the market. But there are two ... [ Read More ]
The new ProTee VX golf simulator is now shipping to customers
Perhaps one of the most anticipated pieces of hardware from the PGA Show 2023 - the ProTee VX Launch Monitor - is finally available and already shipping to those who pre-ordered. Additionally, according to the company's website, new orders are being shipped within 2 weeks of purchase. As far as new launch monitors go, that's a decent lead time and the VX is a device that is priced aggressively ... [ Read More ]
GS Pro leagues and tours have taken simulator golf to the next level for me
I'm pretty addicted to golf, and I'd be willing to bet that if you are on this website, you likely are too. It's a wildly-gripping game we love and play, appealing at the same time to the one striking it well and the one struggling to find their swing. Whether you are new to the game or have been at it for years, there's an allure to golf that supersedes any other competitive sport or game I've ... [ Read More ]
Don’t miss out on up to $3000 off across all Uneekor golf simulator hardware
Ending summer with an absolute bang, Uneekor is offering a wide variety of savings across their entire portfolio of golf simulator and launch monitor hardware. In case you aren't familiar, Uneekor has a broad catalog of launch monitors that range from the $4500 EYE Mini to the high-end EYE XO2 that runs a staggering $14,000. Each of their systems are state of the art and work with most of the ... [ Read More ]
How to watch the 2023 Open Championship live right now
The world's best in golf are already on the course, showing off their mastery at the 2023 Open Championship, hosted at Royal Liverpool this week. For fans intending to watch from the comfort of their homes, extensive coverage will be made available on TV and online. Here's your comprehensive guide to catching every moment of the Open Championship on TV. Where to Tune in on TV TV coverage for ... [ Read More ]
Yes, you can measure putting with the Garmin Approach R10
Of the options out there for a golf simulator launch monitor, the Garmin Approach R10 is always in the conversation thanks to its simplicity and affordability. The Approach R10 retails for $599 and is on sale a lot of times. As I'm writing this right now, actually, you can snag the R10 for as little as $549 at multiple retailers. At that price, you can understand this single-radar launch ... [ Read More ]
Where to watch the 2023 US Open at Los Angeles Country Club
We've been talking about it for a while now, but the day is finally here: the 2023 US Open has finally started and that means television coverage is also taking shape. Unlike 1-3 hour events from the football, baseball or basketball worlds, we all know that televising a golf tournament is a Goliath undertaking as they last for hours throughout the day. Depending on the tournament and the clout ... [ Read More ]
This hideaway, foldable golf simulator bay is one of the coolest things I’ve ever seen
Golf simulation is a tricky thing. On one hand, the amount of money you save by playing in your own setup does probably add up to legit savings; but on the other, it can cost a lot of money to get started. We're prepping some videos on at-home setups that don't break the bank, but if you want an immersive, fantastic golf simulator experience, that all generally costs a good chunk of ... [ Read More ]
How to play the 2023 US Open at LA Country Club right from home on a golf simulator
This week, all eyes are on Los Angeles as the 2023 US Open descends on the City of Angels. All the big guns will be there and this will be the first cross-tour event since the news broke about the PGA Tour and LIV/PIF announcing the merger between the two. While there will undoubtedly be discussion around those dynamics over the next few days, what's far more interesting is to look at the course ... [ Read More ]
US Open: PGA Tour versus LIV dynamic in a post-merger world
There's no way around it: the news that broke this week about the merger of the PGA Tour and PIF shook the golf world to its core. Though the headlines are all about the PGA Tour and LIV Golf coming together, the more accurate description involves the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, and the PIF (the money behind LIV Golf) actually coming under a singular entity. At the end of the day, however, the ... [ Read More ]
The new SkyTrak+ is now available for purchase and shipping today
It wasn't that long ago that SkyTrak announced the long-awaited sequel to their first and original model. That first device was a game changer in the golf simulator industry, finally delivering accurate shot tracking and simulation on a sub-$2000 budget. Much has changed since that first device hit the market over 10 years ago, and now that competition is far more stiff, SkyTrak has responded ... [ Read More ]
Why the versatile Garmin Approach R10 is a great intro to golf simulators [VIDEO]
The Garmin Approach R10 is without doubt the most affordable way to get into the launch monitor and golf simulator game. While it isn't perfect and it definitely has its limitations, the R10 manages to get nearly all of the golf simulator experience to users on a wildly-low budget and is far more capable than you'd expect from a device with a sub-$600 price tag. What the Garmin Approach R10 ... [ Read More ]
What is going on?? The PGA Tour and LIV Golf are merging, along with the DP World Tour
Just a few moments ago, a press release went out that completely shocked not just me and those here in the Proof Golf HQ; but the entire world. Apparently, out of nowhere, the PGA Tour and LIV Golf have simply decided to lay down their weapons, shake hands and...work together?? Add to this mix the DP World Tour and you have a cocktail that defies the reality professional golf has lived in for ... [ Read More ]