2nd Swing Thoughts

What were the top trending golf clubs from the U.S. Open? In this 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, 2nd Swing Master Fitter Jake Montgomery joins the show to discuss some of the top performing clubs from the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club. Among the clubs covered include those inside U.S. Open Winner J.J. Spaun's bag including the L.A.B. Golf DF3 Putter, Srixon ZXi Irons, Titleist GT3 Driver, TaylorMade Qi10 Fairway Woods and his combo of Cleveland Wedges. We also discuss some of the more unique clubs in play at the U.S. Open from the bags of Viktor Hovland, Robert MacIntyre, Adam Scott and Cameron Young. 00:00 Introduction 00:55 U.S. Open Recap 09:50 J.J. Spaun WITB 13:10 Fitting Insights w/ Jake Montgomery 14:35 Titleist GT3 Driver 16:10 TaylorMade Qi10 Fairway Woods 18:20 Srixon ZXi Irons 22:15 Cleveland Wedges 25:00 L.A.B. Golf DF3 Putter 30:10 Unique Clubs in Play at U.S. Open The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bJFzfhoUmpHZF6fyFsjmX  LISTEN ON AMAZON: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f5e3b825-bae2-40d0-9ec4-722e96b99de6/2nd-swing-thoughts  LISTEN ON APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2nd-swing-thoughts/id1683899359 Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

In this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, University of Minnesota Golfer Bella McCauley joins the show to discuss two once in a lifetime golf experiences she participated in this year. Bella was invited to play in the Augusta National Women's Amateur back in the spring, and reflects upon competing amongst the Best Women's Amateur Golfers in the World, and shares what it was like to play Augusta National Golf Club. Bella McCauley was also invited to play for Team USA at the Arnold Palmer Cup, which features the top men's and women's collegiate golfers from the U.S., facing the top International collegiate players. Drew and Sean also recap the RBC Canadian Open including breaking down Ryan Fox's WITB, plus they preview this week's U.S. Open at Oakmont, and make their picks for the 2025 U.S. Open. 00:00 Introduction 02:00 RBC Canadian Open Recap 04:33 Ryan Fox WITB 06:22 U.S. Open Preview 10:51 Bella McCauley 11:30 Augusta National Women's Amateur 17:25 Playing Augusta National Golf Club 21:32 Arnold Palmer Cup 30:15 U.S. Open Picks The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bJFzfhoUmpHZF6fyFsjmX  LISTEN ON AMAZON: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f5e3b825-bae2-40d0-9ec4-722e96b99de6/2nd-swing-thoughts  LISTEN ON APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2nd-swing-thoughts/id1683899359 Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

Which golf clubs are trending in 2nd Swing Fittings? 2nd Swing Master Fitter Tyler Fitzel joins the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast to discuss some of the trends he's been seeing in 2025. Tyler shares his fitting insights into the rise in popularity of torque putters, both high lofted irons and fairway woods and gapping your bag. 2nd Swing's Drew Mahowald and Sean Bower also dive into the latest golf news including Scottie Scheffler's win at The Memorial, Maja Stark's U.S. Women's Open Victory and U.S. Open Qualifying. 00:00 The Turn 01:40 Scottie Scheffler's Memorial Win 05:10 U.S. Open Qualifying 08:15 Maja Stark's U.S. Women's Open 11:07 Fitting Insights w/ Tyler Fitzel 12:00 Zero Torque Putters 19:00 HL Irons 25:50 High Lofted Fairway Woods 29:38 4-Wood vs. 3HL Wood 32:00 Gapping Your Long Game 38:06 Scotty Cameron Collector Event The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bJFzfhoUmpHZF6fyFsjmX  LISTEN ON AMAZON: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f5e3b825-bae2-40d0-9ec4-722e96b99de6/2nd-swing-thoughts  LISTEN ON APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2nd-swing-thoughts/id1683899359 Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

Wedges are one of the most important clubs in your golf bag, yet often get overlooked when it comes to getting fit for. So how do you ensure you're getting the best wedges for your golf swing? 2nd Swing Master Fitter Tyler Fitzel joins the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast to breakdown some of the key components of getting fit for wedges and specifically covers wedge bounce, wedge grind, wedge lofts, and how our 2nd Swing Master Fitters optimize wedges for your game.  00:00 Introduction 02:05 The Turn 06:15 PGA Tour Championship Changes 10:25 Charlie Woods Crazy Scorecard 13:40 Wedge Fitting with Tyler Fitzel 17:15 Wedge Bounce vs Wedge Grind 22:40 Gapping Your Wedges 31:50 Getting Fit Into Right Wedge The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bJFzfhoUmpHZF6fyFsjmX  LISTEN ON AMAZON: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f5e3b825-bae2-40d0-9ec4-722e96b99de6/2nd-swing-thoughts  LISTEN ON APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2nd-swing-thoughts/id1683899359 Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

Which clubs are performing best in the fitting bay? 2nd Swing Master Fitter Larry Bobka joins the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast to discuss which trends he's been seeing so far in 2025. Larry dives into the key differences between current 2025 drivers and those of years past, the rising popularity of mini drivers and zero torque putters.  00:00 Introduction 1:10 PGA Championship Recap 06:30 Driver Fitting Trends 17:45 Mini Driver Craze 22:15 Putter Trends 25:20 Zero Torque Putters 30:35 Putter Fitting 33:30 What's Coming Up on YouTube The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bJFzfhoUmpHZF6fyFsjmX  LISTEN ON AMAZON: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f5e3b825-bae2-40d0-9ec4-722e96b99de6/2nd-swing-thoughts  LISTEN ON APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2nd-swing-thoughts/id1683899359 Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

Kevin Kraft's 2025 tournament season has started as he's looking to build off a successful 2024 season. The 2nd Swing Master Fitter joins the show to discuss what tournaments he's playing this year, reflects on his 2024 season and what he's trying to improve upon with his own game. Then Sean Bower and Drew Mahowald make their picks for the PGA Championship, which gets underway Thursday at Quail Hollow. 00:00 Introduction 05:06 Sepp Straka WITB 11:20 Kevin Kraft 14:40 2024 U.S. Senior Open 19:55 PGA Tour Champions Q-School 23:20 Grading His 2024 Season 25:00 2025 U.S. Senior Open 27:15 New Tournaments in 2025 29:10 Goals for 2025 33:35 PGA Championship Picks The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

How do you get the most out of your club fitting? In this 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, 2nd Swing Master Fitter Larry Bobka joins the show to discuss some key aspects of the fitting process that will help you get the most out of your game. Larry explains the importance of distance control in irons, why being brand agnostic and open-minded can be beneficial, how the clubhead and shaft play a role in the club fitting and more. 00:00 Introduction 02:00 The Turn 04:13 Scottie Scheffler WITB 09:00 GolfWRX Best Irons 09:40 New Vokey Wedges 11:41 Fitting Expectations With Larry Bobka 12:43 Distance Control 17:45 Game Improvement Trends 22:50 Club Fitting Tips 26:00 Being Open Minded 27:40 Brand Agnostic 34:40 What a Golfer Can Do in a Fitting The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bJFzfhoUmpHZF6fyFsjmX  LISTEN ON AMAZON: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f5e3b825-bae2-40d0-9ec4-722e96b99de6/2nd-swing-thoughts  LISTEN ON APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2nd-swing-thoughts/id1683899359 Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

Legendary Club Designer Roger Cleveland is known across the world of golf, specifically for his impact on modern wedge design. In this 2nd Swing Thoughts episode, Roger Cleveland joins Drew to discuss the evolution of wedge design, his journey as a club designer, the all-new Cleveland RTZ wedges and more. Drew and Sean also reflect on this past weekend's Zurich Classic and Chevron Championship, plus take a look at Ben Griffin and Andrew Novak's WITBs. 00:00 Introduction 2:00 The Turn 05:13 Ben Griffin & Andrew Novak WITB 08:40 Chevron Championship Reaction 17:20 Roger Cleveland 19:02 Getting Into Club Design 22:55 What Makes a Good Wedge 25:05 Wedge Bounce & Grind 32:29 Cleveland RTZ Wedges 42:25 Evolution of Wedge Design Roger Cleveland is the founder of Cleveland Golf, helping create the iconic Cleveland Golf 588 wedge, which remains one of the most influential wedge designs in golf club history. Cleveland also spent more than 20 years at Callaway, helping them move into the forged wedge arena, and the Callaway Opus wedges were his final club he designed for Callaway before returning to Cleveland Golf as a wedge consultant.  The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bJFzfhoUmpHZF6fyFsjmX  LISTEN ON AMAZON: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f5e3b825-bae2-40d0-9ec4-722e96b99de6/2nd-swing-thoughts  LISTEN ON APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2nd-swing-thoughts/id1683899359 Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

Justin Thomas' RBC Heritage Win, Kevin Streelman's Favorite Putters and discussing the team aspect of college golf with University of Minnesota Men's Golf Coach Justin Smith are the featured topics in this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast. Sean and Drew reflect upon Justin Thomas' RBC Hertiage win and what ending a nearly three-year winless drought on the PGA Tour means for Justin Thomas. We also take a look at Justin Thomas' WITB, featuring a pair of old Titleist fairway woods. Two-time PGA Tour Winner Kevin Streelman also joins the show and shares with us his 5 favorite putters among his collection of more than 250 putters. Then University of Minnesota Men's Golf Coach Justin Smith sits down with Drew for another installment of Coach's Corner, with this week's focus being on the unique team aspect of college golf. 00:00 Introduction 02:00 Justin Thomas' RBC Heritage Win 07:00 Justin Thomas' WITB 13:30 Kevin Streelman's Favorite Putters 35:29 Coach's Corner with Justin Smith The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bJFzfhoUmpHZF6fyFsjmX  LISTEN ON AMAZON: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f5e3b825-bae2-40d0-9ec4-722e96b99de6/2nd-swing-thoughts  LISTEN ON APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2nd-swing-thoughts/id1683899359 Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

In this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts Podcast, Drew and Sean are talking about Rory McIlroy's history making win at The Masters that made him the 6th player ever to win the career Grand Slam. {lus 2nd Swing Master Fitter Kevin Kraft joins the show for a look at his What's in the Bag for 2025.  00:00 Introduction 01:00 The Masters Reaction 03:00 Rory McIlroy's Play 08:10 Justin Rose  09:10 Rory McIlroy's Legacy 17:10 Kevin Kraft's 2025 WITB The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bJFzfhoUmpHZF6fyFsjmX  LISTEN ON AMAZON: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f5e3b825-bae2-40d0-9ec4-722e96b99de6/2nd-swing-thoughts  LISTEN ON APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2nd-swing-thoughts/id1683899359 Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

Kevin Streelman, a 2x Winner on the PGA Tour joins the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast from the Putter Reserve at our 2nd Swing Scottsdale Store. Streelman reflects on his professional golf journey including what it meant to earn his PGA Tour Card in 2008, playing in the final group with Tiger Woods at Torrey Pines in his rookie season, winning twice on the PGA Tour, including his epic win at 2014 Travelers Championship, and his favorite memories from the Major Championships he competed in. 00:00 Introduction 01:12 The Turn 03:49 Brian Harman WITB 06:20 2x PGA Tour Winner Kevin Streelman 09:00 Passion For Golf 11:35 PGA Tour Q School 14:50 Playing With Tiger Woods 20:58 Kevin Streelman's PGA Tour Wins 30:13 Major Championships 38:50 Larry Fitzgerald  48:22 Sean + Drew's Masters Picks The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

This episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts Podcast features interviews with LPGA Tour rookie Kate Smith Stroh and University of Minnesota Men's Golf Coach Justin Smith.  Kate Smith-Stroh earned her LPGA Tour Card through Q-School last fall. She reflects on her journey to the LPGA Tour, talks about her experiences during her first two tournaments and goes into some recent equipment decisions she's made following her 2nd Swing Fitting. Justin Smith joins the show once again for another installment of Coach's Corner. This week's focus is on the challenges Northern NCAA Golf Teams face compared to their Southern counterparts, and the unique methods they use to overcome these challenges. 00:00 Introduction 02:00 Min Woo Lee's Victory 04:50 Min Woo Lee WITB 06:45 Bella McCauley Update 08:25 Titleist GT280 + Callaway Elyte Mini 12:00 LPGA Tour Rookie Kate Smith-Stroh 31:23 Coach's Corner with Justin Smith The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

Bella McCauley will be teeing it up in this year's Augusta National Women's Amateur. This will be the 6th running of this tournament and it features 72 of the best American and International Amateur golfers in the world. The three-round tournament consists of 36-holes at Champions Retreat Golf Club, with the top 30 and ties advancing to Saturday's final round at Augusta National Golf Club. 00:00 Introduction 02:05 The Turn 07:19 Viktor Hovland WITB 09:04 TGL Thoughts 12:18 McCauley Sisters 13:40 Goals of Qualifying 15:25  Augusta National Women's Amateur Schedule 16:17 Realization of Qualifying 18:30 Receiving the Invite 20:25 Reece's Perspective 22:46 Bella's Expectations In this 2nd Swing Thoughts episode, Bella, and her younger sister Reece, share Bella's story of qualifying for the Augusta National Women's Amateur, and what it means to not just to Bella, but the McCauley family as a whole. The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bJFzfhoUmpHZF6fyFsjmX  LISTEN ON AMAZON: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f5e3b825-bae2-40d0-9ec4-722e96b99de6/2nd-swing-thoughts  LISTEN ON APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2nd-swing-thoughts/id1683899359 Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

In this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, 2nd Swing Master Fitter Aaron Roth joins Drew, alongside sisters Bella and Reese McCauley for a discussion on the fitting and equipment needs these University of Minnesota golfers require. Then 2nd Swing Master Fitter Kevin Kraft also joins the show to talk about some of the biggest fitting trends from golf companies he's seen so far in 2025. 00:00 Introduction 02:45 The Turn 12:31 Fitting & Equipment Insights with McCauley Sisters 38:47 Fitting Trends of 2025 w/ Kevin Kraft The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bJFzfhoUmpHZF6fyFsjmX  LISTEN ON AMAZON: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f5e3b825-bae2-40d0-9ec4-722e96b99de6/2nd-swing-thoughts  LISTEN ON APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2nd-swing-thoughts/id1683899359 Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

This episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast features an in-depth interview with University of Minnesota golfers and sisters Bella and Reese McCauley. The McCauley's take us inside the life of a Division 1 golfer. Then Drew and Sean each make their picks for the The Players, with each of them selecting 5 golfers playing this weekend, plus they break down the latest news from the PGA Tour and the world of golf in general. 00:00 Introduction 02:10 The Turn 13:32 McCauley Sisters 37:07 The Players Picks The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bJFzfhoUmpHZF6fyFsjmX  LISTEN ON AMAZON: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f5e3b825-bae2-40d0-9ec4-722e96b99de6/2nd-swing-thoughts  LISTEN ON APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2nd-swing-thoughts/id1683899359 Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

This episode of 2nd Swing Thoughts introduces a new mini series with Bella McCauley and her younger sister, Reese McCauley. The McCauley Sisters are two of the most accomplished golfers ever in the state of Minnesota, having won several state championships and now earning accolades as college golfers at the University of Minnesota. 00:00 Introduction 04:06 How They Got Into Golf 07:25 Friendly Sibling Rivalry 10:00 Year Round Practice 11:55 Junior Golf 13:51 Collegiate & High School Teammates 17:15 Growing the Game 21:20 Advice for Golfers In the first part of the McCauley Sisters Mini Series, 2nd Swing's Drew Mahowald sits down with Bella McCauley and Reese McCauley to discuss their upbringing in the game of golf, when they knew they had special talent, and some ways to grow the game and introduce golf to children.   Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

In this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, we have a pair of featured guests. First up, it's 2nd Swing Master Fitter Kevin Kraft who shares his top new clubs for each category in 2025, plus he reflects on his list from 2024. Then in a new mini-series, University of Minnesota Men's Golf Coach Justin Smith speaks about the ways collegiate golf has changed from a technology standpoint from his days playing for Minnesota in the early 2000s to what his current players have at their disposal. Plus Sean and Drew break down an exciting finish from the Mexico Open and discuss the newest putters from Scotty Cameron.   00:00 Introduction 01:50 The Turn 09:07 Kevin Kraft Introduction 11:05 Kevin Reflects on his Top 5 Clubs of 2024 21:05 Top Driver of 2025 24:50 Top Fairway Wood of 2025 27:00 Top Hybrid of 2025 28:25 Top Irons of 2025 35:30 Top Wedges of 2025 37:15 Top Putters of 2025 43:05 Coach's Corner with Justin Smith The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

Erik van Rooyen is a Two-Time PGA Tour Winner, with his last win coming at the 2023 World Wide Technology Championship. His other PGA Tour victory came at the 2021 Barracuda Championship. The South Africa native has also racked up 3 other wins internationally in his professional career, capturing both the Eye of Africa PGA Championship and Hainan Open in 2017 and winning the Scandinavian Invitation in 2019. Before playing professionally, van Rooyen was a standout golfer at the University of Minnesota.   00:00 Introduction 01:56 The Turn 03:30 Ludvig Aberg WITB 05:56 Equipment Changes at Genesis Invitational 14:37 Erik van Rooyen Two-Time PGA Tour Winner Erik van Rooyen joins the 2nd Swing Thoughts Podcast for a deep dive into his equipment decisions. Van Rooyen goes into detail into how he chooses which clubs to play for specific tournaments, his process of deciding whether or not to make an equipment change when new clubs are released, and shares some advice for amateur golfers when it comes to making their own equipment decisions. The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bJFzfhoUmpHZF6fyFsjmX  LISTEN ON AMAZON: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f5e3b825-bae2-40d0-9ec4-722e96b99de6/2nd-swing-thoughts  LISTEN ON APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2nd-swing-thoughts/id1683899359 Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

This episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts Podcast features a pair of interviews from the PGA Show Demo Day. We speak with Mizuno's Chris Voshall on the newest Mizuno Golf Clubs plus we interview U.S. Kids Golf's Josh Kinchen about how their company is helping grow the game with junior golfers. Drew also dives into the latest news in the world of golf, including looking at some unique clubs in play at the WM Phoenix Open. 00:00 Introduction 01:19 The Turn 01:42 Thomas Detry WITB 04:20 Unique Clubs in Play at WM Phoenix Open 05:41 Kate Smith-Stroh makes LPGA Debut 06:58 Mizuno JPX 925 Forged & Pro S-3 Irons 15:47 Mizuno M-Craft X Putters 22:34 U.S. Kids Golf 33:16 2nd Swing Finds Mizuno has added two new irons to its lineup with the introduction of the Mizuno JPX 925 Forged and Mizuno Pro S-3 Irons. Mizuno Product Manager Chris Voshall shares what went into the design of each of these models and what types of golfers are best suited to play them. Mizuno also added a new putter series with the Mizuno M-Craft X lineup. Chris goes into detail on how these putters are designed, and why the versatility of these putters will be a game-changer.  US Kids Golf is a leading organization dedicated to growing the game of golf among younger golfers. US Kids Golf is known for an innovative approach to junior golf, primarily through their specially designed equipment. U.S. Kids Golf Senior Director of Product Development Josh Kinchen joins the show to talk about the ways U.S. Kids Golf is growing the sport.  The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bJFzfhoUmpHZF6fyFsjmX  LISTEN ON AMAZON: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f5e3b825-bae2-40d0-9ec4-722e96b99de6/2nd-swing-thoughts  LISTEN ON APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2nd-swing-thoughts/id1683899359 Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

L.A.B. Golf expands its innovative putter lineup with the new OZ.1 and OZ.1i mallets. These mallet putters showcase a more traditional semi-circular shape with a refined design, inspired by feedback from tour professionals like Adam Scott. The key difference lies in the face: the OZ.1 features a one-piece aluminum construction for a softer feel, while the OZ.1i incorporates a stainless steel insert for a firmer feel and enhanced ball speed. Both models prioritize stability and forgiveness with a high-MOI design and utilize L.A.B. Golf's renowned Lie Angle Balance technology for a truer roll. 00:00 Introduction 02:03 The Turn 03:47 Rory McIlroy WITB 08:14 New Titleist & Mizuno Clubs 09:24 Drew & Sean's Most Intriguing New Clubs 12:36 L.A.B. Golf w/ Ryan Deiro 29:56 Final Thoughts In this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, we speak with L.A.B. Golf Chief Growth Officer Ryan Deiro about the evolution of L.A.B. Golf. He takes us through each model, from the Directed Force 2.1 all the way through the brand new OZ.1. Drew & Sean also reflect on the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, look ahead to the WM Phoenix Open and share their most intriguing new clubs.  The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bJFzfhoUmpHZF6fyFsjmX  LISTEN ON AMAZON: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f5e3b825-bae2-40d0-9ec4-722e96b99de6/2nd-swing-thoughts  LISTEN ON APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2nd-swing-thoughts/id1683899359 Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

Titleist has introduced a pair of new additions to its Vokey SM10 lineup with the Low Bounce K-Grind and Oil Can Finish wedges, plus they added the Phantom 5.2 and Phantom 7.2 to the Scotty Cameron Phantom line along with unveiling the all-new 2025 Pro V1 and Pro V1x golf balls.  00:00 Introduction 01:36 Harris English WITB 05:47 2025 Titleist Pro V1 & Pro V1x  15:59 Scotty Cameron Phantom 5.2 & 7.2 22:59 New Vokey Wedges In this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, we head down to Orlando for the 2025 PGA Show to get the inside information on the 2025 Pro V1 and Pro V1x Golf Balls with Titleist's Scott Cooper. We also speak with Scotty Cameron Senior Director of Putter R&D Austie Rollinson about the Phantom 5.2 and 7.2 Mallet putters plus we hear from Vokey Wedges' Aaron Dill about their new additions to the SM10 lineup, the Low Bounce K-Grind and Oil Can Finish wedges. The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

In this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, Sean and Drew are at the PGA Show Demo Day in Orlando. In this episode, Sean and Drew share their thoughts on some of the most intriguing clubs and presentations they saw at the PGA Show, plus they interview Cleveland's Jeff Brunski about the all-new Clevland RTZ wedges and Mizuno's Chris Voshall on the brand new Pro T-1 and T-3 Wedges. 00:00 Introduction 0:50 PGA Show Demo Day Impressions 04:56 Cleveland RTZ Wedges 13:23 Mizuno Pro T-1 & T-3 Wedges The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

TaylorMade, Mizuno and Callaway have all released some new clubs in 2025. In this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast we speak with 2nd Swing Master Fitter Tyler Fitzel, who shares his fitting insights into each of the new releases. Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf  

PING and Titleist each released new clubs this week. PING unveiled their all-new PING G440 lineup, while Titleist introduced new members to the GT family, including the GT Hybrids, and GT1 Drivers, Fairway Woods and Hybrids.  In this 2nd Swing Thoughts episode, we head to PING Proving Grounds to speak with PING Design Engineering Manger Travis Milleman about the design and technology within the PING G440 lineup. Then we visit the Titleist Performance Institute and discuss the technology and performance of the all-new Titleist GT1 and GT Hybrids with Titleist Director of Product Development Tom Fisher. 00:00 Introduction 03:03 PING G440 27:42 Titleist GT1 & Hybrids The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

In this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts Podcast Master Fitter Tyler Fitzel joins the show to talk about one of the biggest trends in all of golf, zero torque putters. With the emergence of L.A.B. Golf and the popularity of its Lie Angle Balanced putters, more companies are diving into the "zero torque" putter market. Tyler shares his expertise into why these putters work, which types of golfers they will work for and more 00:00 Introduction 01:37 Scottie Scheffler wins Hero World Challenge 06:05 Justin Thomas Makes Equipment Change 08:50 Previewing the Grant Thornton Invitational 12:29 Zero Torque Putters with Tyler Fitzel 29:40 2nd Swing Finds The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

On this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts Podcast, University of Minnesota standout golfer Bella McCauley joins the show to reflect on her sensational fall golf season, getting to play with her younger sister once again and looking ahead to her spring season as she looks to build off of last year's NCAA Championship appearance. 00:00 Introduction 01:30 Hero World Challenge Preview 02:28 L.A.B. Oz.1 Putter Released 04:18 U of M Golfer Bella McCauley 24:34 2nd Swing Finds The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

In this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts Podcast Drew and Sean take a look at some of the best golf gifts for the holiday season from the 2nd Swing Holiday Golf Gift Guide. They also break down the latest news in professional golf and share what in golf their thankful for this year.  00:00 Introduction 01:18 The Turn 10:52 Best Golf Gifts For the Holiday Season 21:17 2nd Swing Finds 24:10 What in Golf We're Thankful For The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

In this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts Podcast Drew and Sean head down to our store in Scottsdale to speak with Master Fitter and Putter Fitting Specialist Mike Biviano about the top putter trends of the year, including the rise in popularity of L.A.B. Golf. Drew and Sean also break down the latest news on the professional tours along with some new putters on the market. Then they finish off the episode with a special 2nd Swing Finds from The Putter Reserve inside the 2nd Swing Scottsdale location.  00:00 Introduction 01:16 The Turn 07:23 Putter Trends with Mike Biviano 21:08 2nd Swing Finds The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

Which golf clubs are best for your swing? In this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast we take a look at the Best Golf Clubs of The Year By Swing Type. 2nd Swing Master Fitter Jake Montgomery shares his fitting insights into the best clubs of the year based on a golfer's swing. Jake provides his best clubs for players who slice the ball, players with moderate swing speed, golfers with fast swing speeds, swings with steep attack angles and those golfers with inconsistent strike locations. Sean and Drew also recap the latest news in the professional golf world including an update on Kevin Kraft's attempt at qualifying for the PGA Tour Champions. They also each share one of their 2nd Swing finds with both finding clubs connected to some major champions including Tiger Woods. 00:00 Introduction 01:20 The Turn 02:30 Austin Eckroat WITB 04:54 Bernhard Langer 08:51 Kevin Kraft PGA Tour Champions Q-School 12:12 Best Clubs By Swing Type with Jake Montgomery 13:55 Best Clubs For a Player that Slices 17:30 Best Clubs for a Slow to Moderate Swing Speed 20:44 Best Clubs for a Fast Swing Speed 25:48 Best Clubs for a Steep Swing 28:44 Best Clubs for an Inconsistent Strike Location 36:32 2nd Swing Finds The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

In this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts Podcast Episode we head to the Titleist Performance Institute to discuss the history and overview of Titleist Vokey Wedges with Vokey Product Manager Aaron Luttrell. We also discuss the latest PGA Tour news, play some What's in the Bag trivia, and Drew and Sean each showcase their 2nd Swing finds of the week! 00:00 Introduction 02:05 The Turn 05:10 Viktor Hovland 2020 WITB Challenge 09:22 Vokey Wedge Grinds with Aaron Luttrell 29:24 2nd Swing Finds   The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

In this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts Podcast we head out to the Titleist Performance Institute to speak with Tom Fisher, Titleist's Director of Product Development, about Titleist GT. We talk with Tom about Titleist GT's launch and adoption among Tour Pro's and amateurs, along with the popularity of each model.  00:00 Introduction 01:18 The Turn 06:03 Interview with Titleist's Tom Fisher 19:35 2nd Swing Finds The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://fitting.2ndswing.com/schedule-now/ SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

In this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, Master Fitter Tyler Fitzel joins the show to share his top clubs of 2024, but with a little twist. Rather than just a simple list of the best clubs of the year, Tyler shares which clubs he thinks are best for golfers based on their handicap. Sean and Drew also discuss the latest PGA Tour and PGA Tour Champions news along with sharing some more 2nd Swing finds! 00:00 Introduction 01:45 The Turn 3:03 J.T. Poston WITB 08:45 Best Clubs by Handicap With Tyler Fitzel 12:10 Best Clubs For Mid-to-High Handicap Golfers 23:30 Best Clubs For Low Handicap Golfers 30:11 Best Clubs For Mid Hanidcap Golfers 40:51 2nd Swing Finds The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://fitting.2ndswing.com/schedule-now/ SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

This episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast features 2nd Swing Master Fitter Tyler Fitzel discussing the top trending golf clubs of 2024 including high-lofted fairway woods, mini drivers and long putters. Drew and Sean also discuss the latest PGA Tour news and showcase some unique clubs they found among 2nd Swing's used club selection. 00:00 Introduction 01:15 Black Desert Championship Reaction 2:43 Matt McCarty WITB 5:07 Titleist Bullseye Putter 6:35 Neal Shipley Monday Qualifies 8:43 Top Trending Clubs of 2024 With Tyler Fitzel 25:36 2nd Swing Finds The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://fitting.2ndswing.com/schedule-now/ SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

This episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast covers the latest news in golf, including reaction to Kevin Yu's first PGA Tour Win and Rickie Fowler's equipment update. Plus Master Fitter and AimPoint Instructor Andy Thompson shares his expertise and philosophy on putter fitting, while Master Fitter Tyler Fitzel joins the show for a fitting Q&A session with questions coming in from listeners. 00:00 Introduction 00:42 PGA Tour Reaction 2:45 Kevin Yu WITB 5:19 Rickie Fowler WITB Update 7:19 New Cobra Irons 9:42 Putter Fitting Interview with Andy Thompson 22:33 Viewer Submitted Q&A with Tyler Fitzel Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://fitting.2ndswing.com/schedule-now/ SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf

In this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts Podcast, Drew Mahowald and Sean Bower are joined by 2nd Swing Master Fitters Andy Thompson and Kevin Kraft. Andy is a fitter at the 2nd Swing Minneapolis Store and is also one of the top AimPoint Instructors in the country as a Level 3 Certified Instructor.  00:00 Introduction 01:35 The Turn 12:34: AimPoint Putting & Putter Fittings With Master Fitter Andy Thompson 30:29 Discussing Latest Golf Releases with Kevin Kraft 44:20 2nd Swing Find of the Week Master Fitter Andy Thompson shares his experiences with AimPoint Putting and how it has influenced the way he does putter fittings. Kevin Kraft also joins the show to share his thoughts on some of the latest golf clubs to come out including Titleist GT, the new Callaway Apex irons and more.

This episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast features 2nd Swing Master Fitter Kevin Kraft as he provides an update on his playing career. 2nd Swing's Drew Mahowald and Sean Bower also discuss the latest news within the golf world including a couple of prototype clubs spotted on social media, and then Sean tests Drew with a Guess the Bag Challenge. 00:00 Introduction 1:40 The Turn 12:40 Kevin Kraft WITB Update 15:00 Kevin Competes In Pennsylvania Open 16:49 Kevin Competes in Colorado State Senior Open 25:05 Kevin's Next Big Tournament Texas Senior Open 26:03 Kevin Competes in PGA Tour Champions Q School Qualifier 29:55 Can Drew Guess This President's Cup Themed WITB? 2nd Swing Master Fitter Kevin Kraft has had a busy summer of playing including competing in the U.S. Senior Open this Summer. He  provides an update to what is currently in his bag, how he's been playing since that U.S. Senior Open appearance and what lies ahead in his playing schedule, including his attempt to qualify for the PGA Tour Champions. SUBSCRIBE and DOWNLOAD the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast!

This episode of 2nd Swing Thoughts highlights the Top 5 wedges and putters of 2024 as decided by GolfWRX Members Choice voting results. Brian Knudson from GolfWRX joins to give his thoughts on the top 5 fairway woods and hybrids of 2024, including a couple of surprises. Then, master fitter Kevin Kraft joins and gives his thoughts on each of the GolfWRX Members Choice Top 5 lists. 0:00 Intro 1:03 Solheim Cup Reaction 3:19 PGA Tour WITB & LIV Update 5:27 GolfWRX Members Choice Top 5 Wedges 15:18 GolfWRX Members Choice Top 5 Blade Putters 21:35 GolfWRX Members Choice Top 5 Mallet Putters 32:38 Kevin Kraft reaction to GolfWRX Members Choice Top 5 Voting The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf.  

This episode of 2nd Swing Thoughts highlights the Top 5 fairway woods and hybrids of 2024 as decided by GolfWRX Members Choice voting results. Brian Knudson from GolfWRX joins to give his thoughts on the top 5 fairway woods and hybrids of 2024, including a couple of surprises. Then, master fitter Kevin Kraft joins for a brief golf equipment trivia segment. 0:00 Intro & Latest Golf Equipment News 5:13 GolfWRX Members Choice Top 5 Fairway Woods 17:12 GolfWRX Members Choice Top 5 Hybrids 25:54 Trivia with master fitter Kevin Kraft The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://fitting.2ndswing.com/schedule-now/ SUBSCRIBE and DOWNLOAD the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast today!

This episode of 2nd Swing Thoughts highlights the Top 5 irons of 2024 as decided by GolfWRX Members Choice voting results. Brian Knudson from GolfWRX joins to give his thoughts on the top 5 irons of 2024, including a couple of surprises. Did your irons make the list? 0:00 Intro & Latest in Golf Equipment News 12:12 GolfWRX Members Choice Top 5 Irons 29:15 Thoughts on the Top 5 Irons 31:48 Trivia The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. Visit 2ndswing.com to shop a huge selection of irons or to schedule an award-winning club fitting for new irons. Visit golfwrx.com to learn more about the Members Choice voting for 2024. SUBSCRIBE and DOWNLOAD now!

This episode of 2nd Swing Thoughts highlights the Top 5 drivers of 2024 as decided by GolfWRX Members Choice voting results. Brian Knudson from GolfWRX joins to give his thoughts on the top 5 drivers of 2024, including a couple of surprises. Additionally, Sean Bower is introduced as a co-host of the revamped 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast. 0:00 Intro & Latest Golf Equipment News 10:24 GolfWRX Members Choice Top 5 Drivers 22:32 Guess The Bag The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf.  SUBSCRIBE and DOWNLOAD the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast!

This episode of 2nd Swing Thoughts is a recap of The Open Championship with 2nd Swing's Drew Mahowald and Pierce LaNou. During the conversation, Drew and Pierce discuss The Open Championship's hectic weather, Xander Schauffele's performance, Xander Schauffele's winning clubs, a common equipment change made for links golf, and more. The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. SUBSCRIBE and DOWNLOAD the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast today!

This episode of 2nd Swing Thoughts highlights the best golf clubs of 2024 so far with insight from 2nd Swing master club fitter Kevin Kraft. Which golf clubs do you think are the best golf clubs of 2024 so far? In this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, master club fitter Kevin Kraft shares his thoughts on the best golf clubs of 2024 so far.  The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. SUBSCRIBE and DOWNLOAD the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast!

This episode of 2nd Swing Thoughts features a US Senior Open recap with 2nd Swing master fitter Kevin Kraft, who qualified for and competed in the US Senior Open. Kevin discusses his performance, the experience playing Newport Country Club, having lunch with the tournament champion Richard Bland, and more. The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. SUBSCRIBE and DOWNLOAD to the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast!

This episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast features 2nd Swing master fitter Kevin Kraft sharing his insight into qualifying for the US Senior Open and his preparation for another senior major championship. Kevin shot an adventurous 66 (-5) to earn his spot at Newport Country Club this week for the 2024 US Senior Open. During the episode, Kevin recaps his qualifying round and discusses what to expect at Newport Country Club this week. 0:00 Intro 1:26 US Senior Open Qualifying Round 19:10 Newport Country Club Breakdown 23:44 Kevin's 'What's In The Bag?' 32:24 Final Thoughts The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf.   DOWNLOAD and SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast!

This episode of 2nd Swing Thoughts focuses on Bryson DeChambeau's win at the US Open and his unique set of clubs. Pierce LaNou, writer of the weekly segment, Sunday Swing, on 2ndswing.com, joins to give his take on Bryson DeChambeau winning the US Open in dramatic fashion and what the tough finish means for Rory McIlroy. The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. SUBSCRIBE and DOWNLOAD the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast!

This episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast features Larry Bobka, a master club fitter at 2nd Swing Golf, sharing some insight on a few of his recent club fittings that feature some of the biggest names in golf. Larry recently hosted club fittings at 2nd Swing for Tom Lehman, Rocco Mediate, and Jennifer Huber. During this episode, Larry shares his perspective on fitting each of those ambassadors of the game. 0:00 Intro, 3:47 Club Fittings: Tom Lehman, 14:52 Club Fittings: Rocco Mediate,  26:31 Club Fittings: Jennifer Huber, 36:20 Wedge Fittings. The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf.    DOWNLOAD and SUBSCRIBE! 

This episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast features Kevin Kraft, a 2nd Swing master club fitter, who just won the Pennsylvania Senior Open. During the episode, Kevin discusses his big win, what's ahead on his playing schedule (including U.S. Senior Open qualifying), the latest in pro golf, and answers some questions submitted by viewers and listeners. 0:00 Intro 2:22 PA Senior Open Win 12:45 Upcoming Events 15:20 Kevin's Course Record at Lancaster CC 19:35 US Open preview 26:05 Kevin's WITB 30:34 Questions & Comments from Viewers The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. DOWNLOAD and SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing Thoughts Podcast!

This episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast features Bella McCauley, golfer for the University of Minnesota, discussing her historic 2024 golf season. Specifically, Bella's college golf season included two lights-out rounds to advance in postseason play. She won a Big Ten individual championship and later earned a spot in the NCAA National Championship, stamping one of the best college golf seasons in the University of Minnesota's program history. The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. SUBSCRIBE AND DOWNLOAD!

This episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast features a recap of the PGA Championship, including a breakdown of the golf clubs Xander Schauffele used to win the PGA Championship at Valhalla. Plus, this episode features a special interview with Austie Rollinson, senior director of R&D for Scotty Cameron putters, to review all there is to know about the Scotty Cameron 2024 Phantom Putters.   SUBSCRIBE and DOWNLOAD the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast on your favorite podcast platform.   The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf.

This episode of 2nd Swing Thoughts features 1996 PGA Champion Mark Brooks joining from the PGA Coaching Center at PGA Frisco. Throughout the discussion, Mark Brooks reflects on winning the 1996 PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club, what makes Valhalla Golf Club a fantastic major championship venue, what it means to be a major champion, and more. 0:00 Intro 2:10 Mark's 1996 PGA Championship win 7:42 Why Valhalla Is a great Major venue 14:00 Sunday at the 1996 PGA 23:10 Mark's PGA Tour Record 803 starts 27:10 Previewing the 2024 PGA Championship 32:49 What the PGA Championship means to Mark The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. DOWNLOAD and SUBSCRIBE!

The Cobra DARKSPEED lineup delivers explosive ball speeds all across the clubface, from the Cobra DARKSPEED drivers all the way down to the Cobra DARKSPEED irons. Through innovative technologies such as the internal PWR-Bridge structure and A.I. designed H.O.T. Face, the Cobra DARKSPEED clubs are an excellent option for golfers seeking better performance.   In this episode of 2nd Swing Thoughts, 2nd Swing's Drew Mahowald is joined by Mike Yagley, the VP of Innovation and AI CPG at Cobra Golf. During this discussion, Drew and Mike break down the Cobra DARKSPEED lineup, review all the key technologies, and answer some questions from the audience.   NOTE: This interview was recorded live on the 2nd Swing YouTube channel.   SUBSCRIBE and DOWNLOAD the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast today.