Dormie Workshop Headcovers – Blue Ribbon Gear

You can read a full review of Dormie Workshop headcovers HERE.

What Is PluggedInGolf.com Blue Ribbon Gear?

Blue Ribbon Gear is PluggedInGolf’s way of recognizing the very best equipment in golf.  From clubs to apparel to accessories, our blue ribbon is a symbol of gear that is head and shoulders above the rest.

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SWAG Golf Putters – Blue Ribbon Gear

It started with a single putter, partially revealed, inside a glass case at the 2018 PGA Show.  From this mysterious beginning came a company that now generates so much buzz that they sell out every product release in seconds.

After two years of setting trends and delivering an increasing range of amazing putters, it’s time for SWAG Golf to be recognized as Blue Ribbon Gear.

Check out all our SWAG Golf reviews and features HERE.

What’s the Big Deal?

You would be forgiven for looking at SWAG’s putters [website HERE, Instagram account HERE] and thinking, “These are traditional shapes.  What’s the big deal?” In fact, I’ve been asked that question many times, even by other Plugged In Golf writers.  The answer comes in three parts.

Manufacturing

No one is making putters quite like SWAG.  A SWAG putter is made almost entirely on a CNC mill without the limitations and inconsistencies that handwork brings to the process.  This raises the bar on precision and consistency and allows for details like the perfectly smooth edges around the neck and the absence of the line on the flange.

Design

Another part of the SWAG equation is a level of design and taste that other putter makers simply don’t have.  When you’re dealing with tried and true designs, the line between art and garbage can be thin.  SWAG is always on the right side of that divide, nailing the proportions and dimensions so the putter looks perfect behind the ball.

Doing Things Right

The final thing is really the collection of lots of little things.  SWAG does everything they can to elevate their putters.  Where other manufacturers might offer a black shaft as an upgrade, it’s stock on a SWAG.  High end leather grips are standard.  Their shaft bands are holographic and cool instead of being something you want to peel off.  They use headcovers with magnetic closures rather than Velcro, and there’s no third party branding.  Even the tape they use to seal their boxes has style.

All That, Plus Style

SWAG would be a Blue Ribbon Gear winner just for the putters, but we should also recognize that they’ve raised the bar on head covers and left every other putter maker struggling to catch up.  

We can start with the quality: you’d need three covers from other makers to equal the stitch count on a SWAG headcover.  Then there’s the style and the range of influences they’ve tapped into.  From memes to video games to movies to things that are uniquely SWAG, their covers are bold, unique, and unpredictable.  Some other makers have tried to imitate their style, but no one has come close.

What Is PluggedInGolf.com Blue Ribbon Gear?

Blue Ribbon Gear is Plugged In Golf’s way of recognizing the very best equipment in golf.  From clubs to apparel to accessories, our blue ribbon is a symbol of gear that is head and shoulders above the rest.

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PING Hoofer Golf Bags – Blue Ribbon Gear

The list of things that golfers demand from a bag is lengthy.  Most golfers switch between walking and riding, so we want a bag that’s versatile.  We want durability, smart features, ample storage…the list goes on.

No family of bags that we’ve tested has checked as many boxes as the PING Hoofer.  Available in three different sizes, every player can choose the option that best suits their needs.

For the golfer who walks more often than not, the Hoofer Lite is a great choice.  With fewer dividers, it keeps the weight to a minimum for easy carrying.  Some of the “standard” Hoofer features that are highlighted when walking are the adjustable straps and the perfectly located water bottle pocket.

PING Hoofer Lite review HERE

For the player who rides more often – or who values organization over weight – there’s the Hoofer 14.  With 14 dividers, there’s a place for every club, and weight is still very manageable for the occasional walker.  On a cart, the Hoofer shines with a strap pass-through that leaves all your pockets accessible and a magnetic pocket for easy access to a rangefinder, tees, or more balls.

PING Hoofer 14 review HERE

For the player that wants the “just right” middle, there’s the classic PING Hoofer stand bag.  With five dividers (three full length), you get organization and light weight.  No matter what your preferred mode of transportation, the sturdy leg mechanism that pivots on the entire base is something you’ll love.  Broken stands and duct-tape solutions will be a thing of the past.

PING Hoofer review HERE

What Is PluggedInGolf.com Blue Ribbon Gear?

Blue Ribbon Gear is PluggedInGolf’s way of recognizing the very best equipment in golf.  From clubs to apparel to accessories, our blue ribbon is a symbol of gear that is head and shoulders above the rest.

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Jones Golf – Blue Ribbon Gear

“Jones bags are the definition of form following function. No fluff, no hype. The only thing missing from our bags is your name and we’ll put that there too. At Jones Golf Bags we never have to worry about keeping up with the Joneses, because we are the Joneses.”

Couldn’t have said it better myself.  Since reviewing the Jones Original carry bag earlier this year, not only have I fallen in love with the brand, the whole PluggedInGolf crew has.  Admittedly, we are suckers for classic vibes, good looks, and standing out from the crowd, but something about Jones just feels so much more than that.  Forty years ago, a 40-year-old taxi driver named George Jones stitched up a couple of golf bags and sold them out of the trunk of his car.  While the brand has sold over a million bags, Jones still manages to keep a classic feel and offer a range of cool, even custom, products.

At PluggedInGolf, we regularly show up to equipment testing with smaller bags containing a range of random clubs for testing.  This is where we initially fell in love with Jones bags.  After spending time with the carry bag on the course, we were hooked.

The bag is so comfortable to carry with just one strap, lightweight, and fit everything we really needed.  Most importantly, it gives us that cool, vintage feel like we’re paying homage to the past somehow.  We became so appreciative of everything about these bags that we took the next step of getting custom bags to put into permanent use.

Custom golf bags may be nothing new to the golf world, but that doesn’t mean all are created equal.  In our opinion, Jones golf bags are one of the best carry bags out there and being able to customize them for yourself, your team, or your business helps make them that much more special.  The long and short of it is that these Jones bags are flat out cool with a nod to golf’s past.

Read our review of the Jones Original carry bag here.

Learn more about the Jones brand here.

Read about the Best Walking Golf Bags and where Jones stacks up HERE

What Is PluggedInGolf.com Blue Ribbon Gear?

Blue Ribbon Gear is PluggedInGolf’s way of recognizing the very best equipment in golf.  From clubs to apparel to accessories, our blue ribbon is a symbol of gear that is head and shoulders above the rest.

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Kentwool Socks – Blue Ribbon Gear

On a golf course, no one’s feet work harder than a caddie’s.  It’s no surprise, then, that the Association of Professional Tour Caddies recently joined forces with Kentwool, the maker of the best socks on the planet.

Like so many great golf products, Kentwool’s golf socks were created by a golfer with a need.  Kentwool’s CEO Mark Kent was playing in the 2008 BMW Charity Pro-Am, and after three days of golf, his feet were badly blistered.  He asked his caddy, “Why doesn’t anyone make a better golf sock?”  With the kind of bluntness you only get from a looper, his caddy replied, “You run a wool manufacturing comapny.  Why don’t you go make a great golf sock?”

So why are Kentwool’s golf socks the best in the world?  If you want all the technical bits about nylon venting and comfort zones, you can go HERE, but the simple answer is that they’re the most comfortable.  They’re made from merino wool which is soft, breathable, and moisture-wicking.  Your feet will stay cool, dry, and cushioned all day long.

In the last ten years, I’ve played countless rounds in Kentwool socks and their Blister-Free Guarantee has always held true.  On top of that, they’re durable.  I still have the first pair of Kentwool socks that I got a decade ago, and I’d rather wear them then a brand new sock from any other company.

What Is PluggedInGolf.com Blue Ribbon Gear?

Blue Ribbon Gear is PluggedInGolf’s way of recognizing the very best equipment in golf.  From clubs to apparel to accessories, our blue ribbon is a symbol of gear that is head and shoulders above the rest.

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CRU Golf Headcovers – Blue Ribbon Gear

In a market place that’s crowded with companies making similar products, you might ask what makes CRU Golf headcovers stand apart.  There are numerous reasons, and among them are unparalleled customization, the highest levels of craftsmanship, and tremendous customer service.

From understated, old school leather headcovers to covers that steal headlines at the Presidents Cup, CRU covers all the bases.  Their stock line up is impressive – they can fit virtually any aesthetic and color scheme – but it’s their custom game that leaves competitors in the dust.  You need look no further than the image below – the cover that the American Presidents Cup Team used this past fall – to see how far CRU can go with original design.  You can embroider custom logos, change the color of every panel and piece, and even add your signature.  What’s even better is that you can see your design in real time with their custom designer.

The creativity that CRU brings is matched only by their craftsmanship.  CRU’s founder, Adam Blake, once told me that he hopes these headcovers will be passed down from father to son, standing the test of time.  I’ve been using CRU covers since the company was created, so I know the quality of the product lends itself to that kind of longevity.  My oldest covers have been broken in over the years and developed character, but there’s no sign of a loose stitch or worn edge anywhere.

You can read a full review of CRU Golf headcovers HERE.

What Is PluggedInGolf.com Blue Ribbon Gear?

Blue Ribbon Gear is PluggedInGolf’s way of recognizing the very best equipment in golf.  From clubs to apparel to accessories, our blue ribbon is a symbol of gear that is head and shoulders above the rest.

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Edel Golf – Blue Ribbon Gear

Edel Golf wedges earn Blue Ribbon Gear status by offering amazing craftmanship, impressive performance and seemingly unlimited customization – all from one company.  Every aspect of Edel Golf is the highest of caliber, from the craftsmanship in the clubs to the experience you’ll have creating your new equipment alongside the Edel team.

Edel wedges are some of the most customizable wedges on the market, giving golfers of all skill levels better opportunities to fine tune their gear.  Rather than just rely on good looks, however, Edel Golf also packs remarkable performance elements into their wedges that are matched by few others in the industry.

Learn more about Edel Golf in our wedge review and get the story on their fitting process HERE.

What Is PluggedInGolf.com Blue Ribbon Gear?

Blue Ribbon Gear is PluggedInGolf’s way of recognizing the very best equipment in golf.  From clubs to apparel to accessories, our blue ribbon is a symbol of gear that is head and shoulders above the rest.

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Xenon Golf Co – Blue Ribbon Gear

Unparalleled creativity.  Tremendous quality.  Unmatched value.  These are just a few of the qualities that make Xenon putters Blue Ribbon Gear.

When you look through Kenneth “Lumpy” Uselton’s galleries of putters, you see things that you simply don’t see from other makers.  Whether its a new way to decorate the cavity, a new head shape, or a unique combinations of materials, Lumpy isn’t afraid to take chances to create putters that are unlike anyone else’s.  While many high end putter makers are content to bang out mountains of Anser knockoffs, Xenon chooses to be different.

Equally impressive to us is the value that Xenon delivers.  Given the quality of his work, Lumpy could easily charge double what he does.  Instead, he offers putters that surpass those of many “high end” makers at a price that is far below theirs.  These reasonable prices allow regular golfers to buy the Xenon of their dreams and put it in play, which is exactly what Lumpy wants.

For these reasons and a host of others, we are thrilled to give the first Blue Ribbon Gear award to Xenon Golf.

Learn more about Xenon Golf in our reviews of the Xenon Element, Xenon Kurve, and Xenon Handmade Putter.

What Is PluggedInGolf.com Blue Ribbon Gear?

Blue Ribbon Gear is PluggedInGolf’s way of recognizing the very best equipment in golf.  From clubs to apparel to accessories, our blue ribbon is a symbol of gear that is head and shoulders above the rest.

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