TaylorMade custom truck will be there
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The UK Golf Show, scheduled for Birmingham National Exhibition Centre from November 24-26 is fast turning into a Charlie and the Chocolate factory for Golf-aholics
Almost every new golf club will be available to handle and hit on the huge 10,000 square metre range area where the list of leading brands on show reads like a golfing 'Who's Who?'
If you're looking for a driver, Callaway's latest F-5 Fusion, TaylorMade r7 Draw, Cleveland Hi Bore, Mizuno MX-500 and Ping Rapture will be ready to be tried and tested, either on the 30-bay indoor range or one of the simulators.
All the latest irons, fairway metals and rescue clubs can also be hit on the range and if you favour a new short game tool you can try some wedges on the chipping and pitching area. Putters, too, including Odyssey, Never Compromise, TaylorMade Rossie and Ping G5i can by reviewed on the giant putting green.
Many of the top names - including PING, TaylorMade, Callaway and Cleveland - are bringing their custom-fit trucks, so that if you see something you fancy, you can discuss it with the experts on hand and have it made to measure there and then!
Cleveland Hi Bore driver
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TaylorMade will even have its MATT-i launch monitor so that potential customers can have their swings analysed, too.
Once having tried a golf club on the range, chances are you can opt to buy one 'off the peg' from the giant golf shop hosted by Gary Alliss and his team of experts from the De Vere Belfry Hotel.
Clothing and accessories, including balls, bags and waterproofs will also be available.
Golf interaction is the theme of the UK Golf Show so it's not just a case of pressing your nose against the pro-shop or high street window. The golf industry wants you to try before you buy - or simply get a feel for golf with the Young Masters zone for kids and women.
There are also PGA pros on hand to give you that missing link tip for putting and chipping or reveal how to add 20 yards to your driving.
Trick-shot master David Edwards promises to provide lots of entertainment in a series of shows and you can win big prizes in various interactive competitions.
A Fashion Area, previewing the new golfing trends should also appeal with four daily shows. Visitors can also drop in on a seminar session with an expert PGA speaker.
Beat the likely queues and save money by ordering your tickets online www.theukgolfshow.co.uk or by calling the ticket hotline on 0870 352 2222. Prices are £12.50 (£10 in advance) for adults and £7.50 (£6) for juniors under 14. Children under enter four are free and a family ticket (2 adults, 2 children cost £35 (£30).
The London Golf Show has announced that it will take place at ExCeL in the city's dockland area, from April 26-29, 2007. It's theme will be junior golf in a bid to attract a new generation of golfers to the sport.
