Golf Technology continues to excel and leading many other sports industries. America Golf has found two new technologies that are changing the lives of golfers. Please find below our thoughts on the Bushnell Rangefinder and the Garmin GPS golf Watch.
Bushnell Tour Z6 Tournament Edition Golf Laser Rangefinder
Most serious golfers depend on an electronic rangefinder of some kind. No matter how accurate their eye, it’s nice to have confirmation. The Bushnell Tour Z6 Tournament Edition Golf Laser Rangefinder includes several technological features that make it stand out. Bushnell is the brand of rangefinder which is used by more pros than any other.
The Z6 uses a laser to sight the flag, calculating the distance and displaying it within seconds. It includes 6X magnification for better sighting. The range of the Z6 is 5 to 1300 yards, with an accuracy of plus or minus 1 yard. With PinSeeker technology, the target flag is isolated, ignoring background interference such as trees to produce the most accurate result possible.
The unit is fully waterproof and the lenses are coated with RainGuard HD for exceptional clarity in any weather conditions. A three-volt battery and carrying case are included. The fold-down eyepiece can be adjusted for wearers of glasses. It is lightweight and compact while also being quite durable. It is approved for tournament play. The cost is around 400 USD.
Those who have used the Z6 rangefinder are highly satisfied. The display is easy to read even in bright sun and the response is fast, so there’s no wasted time waiting for results. Users have described improvements in their game by using the Z6. A few felt that the button was a bit stiff, requiring a lot of pressure, though some said it loosened up over time. The battery door closure is described as being an improvement over earlier models.
The Bushnell Tour Z6 Tournament Edition Golf Laser Rangefinder is a great addition to any golf bag. Its superior technology, particularly the PinSeeker feature and the easy-to-read display, set it apart from the competition.
Garmin Approach S1 GPS Golf Watch
Now that just about every car in America has a global positioning system (GPS), it’s time for the technology to hit the golf course. Garmin’s Approach S1 GPS golf watch does just that.
The watch comes preloaded with thousands of US courses, and Canadian courses can be added by going to Garmin’s website at no additional charge. There is no subscription fee and no initial upload required; it’s ready to go right out of the box. At a little over 200 USD, it’s in the same price range as GPS units designed for automobiles.
The watch provides yardages to front, back, and middle of the green, and will measure precise yardages for any shot. Those who walk the course can see how far they’ve travelled as well. It’s got a large screen so there’s no need to squint or scroll endlessly, and the display can be seen easily even in bright sunlight.
Of course it is also a fully functioning watch displaying time and date, and includes an alarm. Thanks to the GPS, the watch automatically resets itself to local time so it’s great for travel.
The battery lasts for 8 hours in GPS mode, and up to 3 weeks in watch mode, without needing recharging. Both USB and AC charging adapters are included and a car charger can be purchased separately. The watch is available in black or white and is waterproof.
Those who have used the S1 really liked the convenience and accuracy of the unit. It’s comfortable to wear. A few people felt that the battery life was shorter than described, and a few had mechanical trouble with the unit freezing up even though fully charged.
The Garmin Approach S1 GPS golf watch is a great tool for any golfer. Though other GPS caddies are available, the unique convenience of being able to wear the unit has given it an edge.
America Golf considers the Garmin Approach S1 GPS Golf Watch and the Bushnell Tour Z6 Tournament Edition Golf Laser Rangefinder the Best of the Best in Golf Technology.
