Equipment

Callaway Big Bertha Fusions irons

Maxfli Revolution Tour ball

Five golfers put the latest Maxfli ball through its paces. As expected it suited some, but not others.

Ping Craze-E C putter

'With its bright blue livery, and the look of a large belt buckle on a stick, you could even use it to pick up one of Phil Mickelson

Cougar Hybrid Cat boxed set

'The brand is making a comeback into the UK golf market with a package of quality as well as quantity.'

Bullet PT5 irons

These TP5 irons, with distinctive scarlet heads and shafts, very playable.

35th Ryder Cup matches DVD/video

Great shots, great drama - the TV golfer's guide to a memorable event recorded for posterity.

Callaway Big Bertha 4H Heavenwood Hybrid

this 23-degree 4H Heavenwood Hybrid with a regular graphite shaft, convinced me to persevere with my search to find the ultimate rescue club.

Olyo 2605 Titanium driver

Olyo says it's aimed at the low to mid handicapper but it didn't tickle my taste buds.

Olyo 2203 VII mallet putter

This new device from Olyo might not guarantee instant success but its cheap and very cheerful.

King Cobra Comp 454 driver (left-handed)

The latest member of Cobra's big-hitting family of drivers is tried and tested.

Ping G2 driver (460cc)

'One hit and golf for chef Nick tasted sweet again

MacGregor M42 V-Foil Eye-O-Matic driver

'When the anti-noise abatement society are giving out their medals for decibel-abuse this takes gold every time.'

Regal E-Z golf system irons

'The suppliers even claim these clubs will cure any trace of a shank. For some of us that

Cougar Target Cat irons

We test the latest introduction from Cougar - graphite-shafted irons for less than

Hill Billy Hi-Lite trolley

'I can set the handle-mounted accelerator to join me alongside at walking pace, climb shallow gradients unaided, or even catch me up.'

Olyo CS 2305 irons

'These clubs have a plane Jane simplicity that inspires confidence over the ball and delivers a solid strike.'

Progen Progress hybrid 3iW

Progen Full Bore 2.3Ti driver

'For less than 100 quid, it

Wilson Deep Red Maxx II driver

Open coverage: What do you think?

'I have also noticed a certain amount of jovial hostility towards Alex Hay, the Scot with the lilting brogue, a master at stating the bleeding obvious.'

Callaway ERC Fusion 3-wood

A new kid has emerged on the block with an ability to help me fade round corners and penetrate the wind.

TaylorMade RAC CGB irons

'These clubs are delicious

Callaway ERC Runner shoes

"The extra broad fit, which doesn

Nike Ignite 410+ driver

'Catch it right and it goes further. But it

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