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Just wanted to share this good deal on the Nike Vr Hybrid, coming in both regular and stiff shafts.
If you buy one its $69.99, but buy two and the price goes to $59.99.
I have not hit one yet, but you can read NGN Bob’s review of the Vr Pro (most recent model) here: http://ngnation.com/2011/04/26/product-review-2011-vr-pro-hybrid/
The Nike Golf Limited Edition items for the Masters go on sale today at 9:00 a.m. PST (12 noon EST) at key retailers and at nikestore.com. The items include the Limited Edition Lunar Controls, the Method Concept Collector Series Putter and the Limited Edition 20XI-X golf balls with green swoosh.
The Limited Edition Lunar Controls will be available in sizes 6-14 in medium width only, and the MSRP is $190 ($150 on nikestore.com). The Method Concept Collector Series Putter will be available in right-hand only, and in 34″ length only, with an MSRP of $239.99 ($200 on nikestore.com). MSPRP on the Limited Edition 20XI-X balls is $58.00 ($46 on nikestore.com). There is a quantity limit of two (2) of each item.
I recommend shopping early, as these limited edition items are sure to sell out quickly.
ORDER THE LIMTED EDITION LUNAR CONTROLS ON NIKESTORE.COM >>
ORDER THE METHOD CONCEPT COLLECTORS SERIES PUTTER ON NIKESTORE.COM >>
When I got home from the office this afternoon, there was a large box waiting on my front porch. I brought it inside, opened it up and inside was a large custom-made white wooden box containing the new Lunar Control Limited Edition Footwear and the new Method Concept Collector Series Putter, released just in time for next week’s Masters Tournament. Also inside the box was a beautiful matching canvas and leather shoe bag and a yellow, green, silver and white putter cover. The box itself is beautiful, and its contents are even more amazing.
The Limited Edition Lunar Controls are one of Nike Golf’s most elegant custom shoe designs they have created for a major golf championship (check out my post about the Limited Edition Lunar Controls for the 2011 Majors to compare). The predominantly white leather design, with white patent leather swoosh is very classy. The green embroidered border on the swoosh, green Lunarlon sole, green insole, green laces (the shoe also comes with a pair of white laces), and green stitching detail at the bottom of the laces near the toe (similar to the stitching on the 2011 Open Championship version) all combine to give just the right amount of accent color. The perforated design on the toe and sides of the shoe is another tasteful detail that contributes to the traditional, classy, yet up-to-date styling of the shoe.
The shoes also come with a classy matching canvas and leather shoe bag. The white canvas bag has a white leather bottom with edging, stitching and perforated detailing that matches the shoe design. The Nike Golf logo is tastefully embroidered in green at the bottom. The inside of the bag is lined with green fleece to protect the shoes and, along with the green drawstring, match the green details of the shoes.
The Method Concept Collector Series Putter is a very cool variation on Nike’s new Method Concept putter. The putter’s cutting edge visual design lends itself well to the incorporation of the colors that represent what is arguably professional golf’s most prestigious major championship. The green lightweight aluminum face piece features yellow aluminum and green polymer inserts, and the yellow bar and white graphics complete the coloration of the putter head. A matching yellow, green and white Method Concept pistol grip, metallic green shaft sticker with yellow swoosh and white and silver Method Concept name, and a matching yellow, green, white and silver putter cover complete the ensemble. Not only does this putter roll the ball like a dream (my review is coming soon here on the blog), but this eye-catching new color combination will really stand out on the course, and is sure to have your golfing buddies asking you about it.
When searching for words to describe the custom presentation of the Limited Edition Lunar Controls and Method Concept Collector Series Putter, and the items themselves, “wow” doesn’t come close to covering it. This is one of the most impressive custom boxes I’ve seen Nike Golf produce, one of the most elegant limited edition shoe designs they’ve come up with, and a visually striking variation on one of the most progressive putter designs Nike Golf has ever created. A big thank you goes to Nike Golf for including me in this special promotion.
For those of you who are interested in purchasing either or both of these limited edition items, they will both be available on Monday, April 2nd at nikestore.com and at key retailers. The Limited Edition Lunar Controls will be available in sizes 6-14 in medium width only, and the MSRP is $190. The Method Concept Collector Series Putter will be available in right-hand only, and in 34″ length only, with an MSRP of $239.99. I recommend shopping early, as both items are sure to sell out quickly.
Update 3/27: Nike has announced the following via their website regarding the Limited Edition Collection for the 2012 Masters:
The first golf Major of the season is just around the corner, and Nike Golf is celebrating by introducing a new Limited Edition Collection. Inspired by golf’s most hallowed tradition, the three products in the collection commemorate some of golf’s most memorable moments while helping to elevate your game.
Nike Lunar Control (Limited Edition) Men’s Golf Shoe
Nike designers obsessed over every detail to transform this shoe into something truly special with tasteful broguing, premium leather and a green and yellow color scheme that strikes the right chord. Lunarlon cushioning in the heel is ultra-lightweight for excellent comfort and the Nike Power Platform outsole offers the stability and balance the game requires. An accompanying linen shoe bag represents the caddie uniform for a perfect complement to this unique version of a groundbreaking shoe.
Nike Method Concept C1 RH (Limited Edition) Golf Putter
This revolutionary putter blends art and science to give you a smoother stroke and truer roll with less skid for a more precise stroke. How did Nike do it? Engineers created just the right balance of a lightweight aluminum face and heavier stainless steel body resulting in a high MOI-to-head ratio putter. It has the stability of the largest mallets of the game with a small blade-like form and premium, crafted style.
Nike 20XI – X (Green Swoosh Limited Edition) Golf Balls
Rounding out this collection is the ball that helps generate longer distance off the tee and more controlled shots on the green. With a lighter resin core and heavier outer layers never before seen in the industry, internal tests have shown, on average, a two to three mph increase in ball speed. A one mph increase equates to two to three yards carry distance. And that’s an advantage you don’t have to be playing in a Major to appreciate.
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This is just a sneak peek, but GolfWRX.com has posted an image of the new Limited Edition Lunar Control for the 2012 Masters. I personally cannot wait for this shoe. Looks like the green and yellow method concept was also part of this limited edition collection, along with 20XI balls with the green paint.
Have a look.
Photo courtesy of GolfSpy Dave, MyGolfSpy.com
Yesterday GolfSpy Dave (@golfspy_dave) tweeted out the picture at right of a new green and yellow color combination used for the Method Concept putter. Today I found more pics of this cool new putter in his post on MyGolfSpy.com and in another post on ThePutterPlace.com.
The putter features a green aluminum face piece with yellow aluminum and green polymer inserts, yellow bar, green and yellow grip and a matching metallic green, yellow and silver head cover. A very striking color combination indeed.
Could this be a unique color version released for this year’s Masters? It certainly would look cool on the greens of Augusta National. Or will Nike Golf be creating additional color combinations of the Method Concept, including custom colors for college golf teams, sports teams, etc.? Or all of the above? What do you think?
I just received an email from GolfEtail.com advertising the Nike Golf SQ MachSpeed Black Square STR8-FIT Driver for $99.99, today only. I just visited the site, it looks like they have plenty of lofts and shaft flexes available in both right and left hand models. Click here for the deal, and use Coupon Code DT120321 to get the special pricing ($20 off their current price of $119.99). Click here for my review of the SQ MachSpeed Black Round STR8-FIT Driver.
Editor’s Note: NG Nation is not endorsed by or affiliated with GolfEtail.com, and we were not paid or compensated in any way for this post.
Nike Golf Shifts into Full Throttle with its Speed Trials Campaign for Consumers
-Consumers can take the head-to-head distance challenge and experience the new Nike VR_S line of clubs-
In one of the most robust consumer trial programs Nike Golf has ever introduced, the company is conducting Speed Trials at hundreds of golf courses and retailers across the country. Throughout the season, Nike Speed Trials will offer consumers the opportunity to experience Nike’s fastest lineup ever: the VR_S club line.
Nike Speed Trials will allow consumers to compare the speed and distance of clubs in their current bag, as well as other demo clubs, to the new Nike VR_S products on a launch monitor. With participants’ accumulative distance tallied and recorded on a national leaderboard, individuals can see their results featured on www.nikegolf.com.
“The Speed Trial program is the most aggressive consumer trial campaign in the history of Nike Golf,” said Cindy Davis, President, Nike Golf. “Our VR_S club line is the new face of speed – our fastest family ever. That simply means massive distance gains. We’re saying to the golfer, we have such confidence in this technology that we invite you to experience how it performs against your current clubs and other products.”
Beginning on Saturday, March 31st in the U.S., consumers will be able to participate in Nike Golf’s Speed Trials at five key retailers including, Golfsmith, Golf Town, Golf Galaxy, PGA Superstore and Worldwide Golf Shops. There will be various major sweepstakes at each of these locations and participating consumers will also receive a 20XI two-ball pack, while supplies last. Similar Speed Trial events are already taking place at other key regional and green grass account partners across the country.
The VR_S family includes drivers, fairway woods, hybrids, and irons. The award-winning VR_S driver and fairway woods feature NexCOR variable face-thickness technology for more speed at impact and greater distance.
Generating more distance for every shot, the Nike VR_S is an extension of the original VR line, which has more than 85 worldwide professional wins including three major championships.
To find a location nearest you, visit the Speed Trials section on www.nikegolf.com.
To learn more about Speed Trials go to: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ou8PciAf62Y
I just received an email from Dallas Golf, and they have a deal on a New Nike VR Tour Driver w/ Project X Graphite Shaft for $99, for 48 hours only. I just checked the deal on the web site and it looks like they have 9.5 stiff, 9.5 regular and 8.5 stiff lofts and shaft flexes available. So if you’re in the market for a new driver for the 2012 season and you want to save a few bucks, check out the deal for yourself by clicking the link below.
New Nike VR Tour Driver w/ Project X Graphite Shaft for $99 at Dallas Golf >>
Editor’s Note: NG Nation is not endorsed by or affiliated with Dallas Golf, and we were not paid or compensated in any way for this post.
This morning I played 18 holes at my favorite track Papago Golf Course, and afterwards I headed north to the Nike Store at Scottsdale Quarter for the Nike Golf Gear Up Event which ran from noon to 6 p.m. Nike Golf was out in full force for this special event, and they had their 2012 equipment, footwear and apparel lines on display both inside the store and outside in the courtyard just to the north of the building.
There was a great vibe to the event, as there were DJs spinning tunes inside on the second floor where the Nike Golf collection is, and also out in the courtyard. Inside I met up with Phoenix Nike Golf rep Gordie Sullens, and after checking out the footwear and apparel on display, snapping a few pics and talking with some of the Nike staff there, I headed out to the courtyard. Nike Golf had several tents set up outside, with their equipment, footwear and golf ball lines on display. They also had a large portable hitting bay set up, where they were conducting Speed Trials of the new VR_S family of equipment. There were several people trying out the VR_S equipment while I was there, and there was good traffic at the event as a whole, both inside and out.
Nike Golf will be hosting nationwide Speed Trial events like the one in Scottsdale today starting on March 31st, and I highly suggest trying out the VR_S family for yourself. I’m really liking the whole VR_S line — driver, fairway wood, hybrid and irons, and I had them all in the bag at Papago again today. You can check out when and where there will be a Nike Golf Speed Trials event in your area by clicking on the link below.
When NGN Bob received a new custom Nike Golf staff bag this week, I got inspired to share some more bag information with you.
But this post is all about the bags over in Japan. Also inspired by NGN fan Jeffrey Moon, who tweeted us a picture of his official Nike Golf Japan Staff Bag. Check the gallery to see the other bags offered in Japan.
Which one is your favorite?
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