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If you know someone who loves the links, chances are their Christmas list is full of golf gear. As one of the largest online outdoor equipment retailers, OpticsPlanet has tons of cool and unique golf gadgets and accessories that would make the perfect present this holiday season, ranging from pricier high-tech electronics to stocking stuffers and apparel. Whether you’re shopping for dad or treating yourself to some new golf accessories, keep reading to discover some of the hottest products this season for golfers.
Vortex Golf Rangefinder
A golf laser rangefinder is an essential tool golfers use to obtain distance readings to the flagstick and other areas of the hole such as water hazards and sand traps. The best rangefinder for golf will deliver the most accurate reads possible while providing other useful features to assist club selection and speed up the pace of play, and Vortex has three great options tailored to different skill levels and budgets.
The Vortex Blade golf rangefinder is the entry-level option that provides basic line-of-sight distance readings without accounting for elevation changes. It features PinSpotter, so it provides visual and vibratory feedback when locked onto the pin. There is also a built-in cart magnet for easy attachment.
The Vortex Blade Slope golf rangefinder costs a bit more but adds Slope Mode that accounts for uphill and downhill shots for more accurate readings. There are LEDs indicating when Slope Mode is in use, so you can still use it in tournaments with this setting disabled. This rangefinder is ideal for more serious golfers who frequent courses with elevation changes and need the most precise measurements possible.
The Vortex Anarch golf rangefinder is their premium model that adds image stabilization to provide clear views and easier ranging even if your hand is shaking. It also features a magnesium chassis that reduces weight without sacrificing durability, an adjustable illuminated display, and a 450-yard flag detection range compared to the Blade’s 350-yard range. A thoughtful upgrade for seasoned golfers, its image stabilization makes it easier to hold the view steady and lock onto the pin.
Shop all Vortex Golf Rangefinders here.
Garmin Approach R10 Golf Launch Monitor
The Garmin R10 golf sim is a portable golf coach and simulator that tracks your shots to provide detailed feedback and tips for improvement. Best of all, you can pair it to a compatible smartphone and play over 43,000 real golf courses from home, making it the perfect gift year-round. While it’s a bit of an investment, it’s a golf gift that can be used season after season and easily pays for itself if you consider the price of visiting an indoor virtual range over time. Here are some key features that will make this golf gift one to remember:
- Tracks over 14 swing and ball metrics, including clubhead and ball speed, launch angle and direction, spin rate, clubface angle, and total distance
- Automatically records every swing and overlays it with data so that you can go back and review each session afterwards
- Home Tee Hero: Use it as a virtual golf simulator to play 43,000+ courses from home
- Extremely portable design
- Waterproof for outdoor driving range use
- Includes tripod, phone mount, and carrying case
It’s important to note that this product requires a compatible smartphone and the Garmin Golf app (free), and the Home Tee Hero feature requires an active Golf Garmin Membership subscription, which costs extra. However, the coolest thing about it is that you can play in weekly virtual tournaments to get your name solidified on the leaderboards.
Shop for the Garmin Approach R10 Golf Launch Monitor/Simulator here.
Garmin Approach GPS Golf Watch
Even if that special someone already owns a watch, it can’t do what a Garmin Approach GPS golf smartwatch does. These Garmin watches are like having a caddy on your wrist, featuring bright AMOLED touchscreens or monochrome screens that are highly visible in sunlight that track your game as you go, providing essential distances on the course and keeping score. Here’s a brief look at the top three models we offer.
The Garmin Approach S12 golf watch is the least expensive of the bunch because it lacks some of the features found on the other models. However, it’s still a great tool for the casual golfer, offering over 43,000 pre-loaded courses so that you can track distances to the front/middle/back green, hazards, and doglegs. It also provides up to 30 hours of battery life and allows for connectivity to the Garmin Golf app. There’s also a G12 GPS golf rangefinder option that clips onto your golf bag or pocket that provides the same features for those who don’t care for watches.
The Garmin Approach S44 golf watch provides a significant display upgrade with a 1.2in AMOLED touchscreen and provides enhanced smartwatch features like text and email notifications when synced to a compatible smartphone. With an active Garmin Golf membership (additional purchase required), you’ll get enhanced CourseView maps of every hole, PlaysLike distance to assist with club selection, and green contour data to help you sink the perfect putt.
The Garmin Approach S50 is the best all-around smartwatch option because it adds fitness and health-tracking features like heart rate monitoring, step and activity tracking, body battery energy monitoring, advanced sleep monitoring, and more. It also offers pre-loaded activity profiles with workout regimens for running, swimming, yoga, and other exercises. You can also use it for contactless payments and download music from your favorite streaming services.
A cool thing about the S44 and S50 is that they can pair with the Z30 Garmin golf rangefinder to send ranged distance right to your wrist. Also, all these watches can be used with Approach CT10 club tracking sensors that covertly attach to club grips for seamless shot tracking to help you correct your game in real time.
Shop for Garmin Approach Golf Smartwatches here.
Stocking Stuffers for Golfers
We also carry an assortment of smaller, more affordable golf accessories that would make a great stocking stuffer this year.
- Blue Tees Golf magnetic towels and rangefinder holders for the cart – perfect for keeping gear in place and ensuring nothing gets left behind
- Campco Tactical Golf Tees – weatherproof and reusable tees shaped like bullets so that they can hit ‘em as accurate as a sharpshooter
- KeySmart Divot Tools – compact, fold-away divot tool that’s great for any golfer
- Thin Blue Line American Flag Golf Balls – the perfect golf balls to gift someone in law enforcement or anyone who wants to show their support for the Blue while aiming for the greens
Golf Apparel & Accessories
Our massive selection of men’s apparel features tons of great golf shirts, pants, belts, hats, and sunglasses for the links. Check out some of our favorite suggestions below to stay cool, dry, and comfortable on the course.
- Nextbelt Golf Belts – Sleek and stylish golf belts available in multiple sizes and styles
- Men’s Golf Shirts & Polos – Quick-dry performance polos from top-rated brands, available in multiple sizes and colors
- Golf Hats & Headwear – Comfortable caps and full-coverage sun hats for ample shade
- Golf Sunglasses – Hundreds of styles of shades that shield eyes from harmful UV rays; copper lenses are the best lens color for golf, but brown or bronze lenses will also work well
Help Them Get on the Green & Save Yours at OpticsPlanet
This is just a slice of the amazing outdoor gear we offer that will make the perfect gift for any golfer. If you’re not sure which product to get them but think they’ll love our selection, grab an OpticsPlanet eGift Card to ensure nothing but smiles this season. We have countless promotions offering the best gear at our lowest prices and tend to ramp up the savings during the holiday season, so make sure to frequently check out our current Deals for the latest discounts on top-rated gear from fan-favorite brands.
