If a golfer is on your holiday shopping list and you find yourself asking if they would want (literally any golf item), the answer is simple.
Yes, they do.
Golfers never have enough golf stuff: Everyone always needs more or newer balls, gloves, clubs, golf shoes, ball markers and, well, anything else you can think of. So in this column, I’m not coaching you on how to set up in the sand or how to work the golf ball for the perfect fade.
These suggestions are for everyone, as these are shopping tips.
Here are some of the top items currently in stock at the pro shop at the Miami Lakes Golf Club:
Logo hats, $30 - $35;
Shirts $70 - $80;
Balls $27 - $60;
Gloves $20;
Clubs $180 - $600, and shoes, $100 - $180.
Do you want to place a custom order? Just ask and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.
The pro shop has a special on Srixon golf balls: Through Dec. 31, buy two dozen and get one dozen free. The balls also come in pink.
Also, all TaylorMade equipment in stock is 25% off and select golf shirts are reduced 40%.
A handy errand on behalf of your loved one is also a great gift: Get a grip changed, while you wait, for $15 – 18, depending upon the brand.
And if you just can’t decide, there’s always a man’s favorite present: A gift card, in any denomination.
Here are my top picks for holiday gifts:
--FootJoy sun-protecting arm sleeves, so comfortable I can’t even feel them on my arms, are $25.
--Nike Air Max golf shoes. They’re very lightweight and comfortable, at $129.
--Asics Kayano golf shoes. It feels like a running shoe. Price is $169.
--Miami Lakes Golf Club logo hats. They fit great, and cost $30.
--Cleveland RTX 6 wedges are the ones I use. The price is $169.
And here’s a gift for you: Bring this story to the pro shop and you may be eligible for a 10 percent discount, while inventory lasts.
If you would like to train with me, please send an email to MikeS@MiamiLakesGolf.com.