With the support of Fujikura Golf, Foresight Sports, and Cobra Puma Golf, the AmateurGolf.com Equipment Panel San Diego Meetup in mid-October was an unforgettable experience for attendees. This exclusive gathering capped off what has been the most successful year yet for the Equipment Panel, bringing together a passionate group of like-minded golfers to test the latest gear, experience cutting-edge technology, and play on world-renowned courses.
The EventThe 2024 Equipment Panel Meetup provided a unique opportunity for panelists to immerse themselves in the latest products from Fujikura Golf, known for its high-performance shafts, and Foresight Sports, leaders in launch monitor technology. The event also featured special guest TJ Spidle from Cobra Golf, who surprised attendees with an exciting product showcase.
Panelists stayed at the picturesque Indigo Hotel Del Mar, just minutes from the Pacific Ocean. With a packed itinerary including fittings, golf at premier courses, and a hands-on wedge clinic, the experience highlighted the value of proper equipment fitting and advanced golf technology.
What We Learned
A key focus of the event was addressing the critical question every golfer asks themselves: Is your current equipment setup allowing you to maximize your potential? With the help of Fujikura, Foresight, and Cobra, attendees explored the importance of custom-fitting and using launch monitors to gain a competitive advantage. The panelists learned to analyze essential data points like swing speed, ball spin, and trajectory, helping them fine-tune their equipment for optimal performance.
The event also delved into the growing world of golf simulators, discussing how to install both indoor and outdoor setups, and how these systems can improve game performance.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Monday, October 14, 2024
The event kicked off with an immersive morning session at Foresight Sports’ headquarters in San Diego, where attendees were fitted for new clubs and participated in simulator gameplay using Foresight’s industry-leading technology. The day continued with an afternoon round at the stunning Aviara Golf Club in Carlsbad, followed by a relaxed dinner in Del Mar.
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
The second day mirrored the first, beginning with another educational and fitting session at Foresight. The afternoon took the group to the legendary Torrey Pines North Course, where they experienced one of the most iconic public golf courses in the world. Despite the shorter October days, everyone played in under 4:15 and finished 18 holes.
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
The final morning featured a comprehensive range session at Torrey Pines, highlighted by a Mr. Short Game wedge clinic. Attendees worked on their short game and honed their wedge play. Using Foresight launch monitors, participants also tackled distance capping to ensure their shots were dialed in. The event concluded with farewells and departures after a memorable three-day golf experience.
Takeaways
As the panelists departed from sunny San Diego, they carried with them invaluable insights into their game. Through personalized fittings with Fujikura and on-course experiences at Torrey Pines and Aviara Golf Club, attendees better understood the importance of proper equipment. Each participant was left with a custom shaft and club setup and enhanced knowledge about how to integrate Foresight launch monitors into their training routines. In addition, the hands-on demonstrations and simulations provided a firsthand look at how technology is evolving in the golf world, giving panelists a new perspective on performance improvement.
ATTENDEE FEEDBACK
Fitting Experience with Fujikura and Cobra
“During my fitting experience with Fujikura and Cobra, I learned more about how to optimize my shaft and club combinations for better performance.” -- Kyle Rector
“My fitting experience with Fujikura and Cobra was eye-opening. I learned how important the right fitting is for both distance and consistency.” -- Cameron Spraggins
“I learned that I was in the wrong flex shaft in my driver, which had been affecting my distance and accuracy for a while.” -- Robert Evans
“The fitting with Fujikura and Cobra was eye-opening, especially learning how the shaft flex and club head design impact my performance.” -- Taryn Yee
“Learned about the relation to the flex points and how it affects my swing dynamics.” -- Davis Boland
Launch Monitors and Simulators at Foresight Sports
“I learned how to effectively integrate a launch monitor into my training to get precise feedback on my swing and club data.” -- Kyle Rector
"The Foresight QuadMAX offers an amazing amount of sophisticated technology packed into a compact, truly portable unit that is easy to take everywhere (range and course) and will become an essential part of my training. The fact that I can easily use it in my home, on my putting mat, or on my carpet has been an eye-opener." -- Peggy Hawkins
“I learned how much more effective your practice can be with real-time data from a launch monitor, especially for improving my shot accuracy.” -- Cameron Spraggins
“I thought the simulators were more realistic than the others I’ve used in the past, giving me a much better understanding of my swing.” -- Robert Evans
“This was the first time I tried the Foresight simulator, and it was a game-changer in terms of understanding my swing and ball flight.” -- Taryn Yee
“Because it is camera-based, it is much easier to track my swing metrics in detail, which helps a lot with fine-tuning my game.” -- Davis Boland
Mr. Short Game Clinic
“At the Mr. Short Game clinic, one of my best takeaways was learning how to improve wedge accuracy by using a 3/4 swing.” -- Kyle Rector
“My favorite takeaway from the Mr. Short Game clinic was the focus on the ladder drill for putting and dialing in yardages.” -- Cameron Spraggins
“My takeaways were around the 3/4 and full wedge swings, which have already improved my short game.” -- Robert Evans
“My favorite part of the clinic was the ladder drill for speed control on the greens. It’s something I’m definitely adding to my practice routine.” -- Taryn Yee
“I always do a ladder drill for speed control on putts now, and it’s helped me a lot with consistency.” -- Davis Boland
“The clinic completely changed how I approach my short game; the drills are something I’ll be incorporating into my practice routine. It was eye-opening to see how small adjustments in technique could have such a significant impact.” -- Peggy Hawkins
Overall Experience in San Diego
“It was an incredible experience, and I highly recommend it to anyone who’s serious about improving their golf game.” -- Kyle Rector
“The tour at Foresight was definitely one of my favorite parts of the trip. I learned so much about the technology behind the simulators.” -- Cameron Spraggins
“I truly appreciate Pete and the AmateurGolf.com team for organizing such a valuable learning experience.” -- Robert Evans
“I had such a fun four days in San Diego with AmateurGolf.com, learning so much and meeting great people.” -- Taryn Yee
A Special Thanks
We would like to extend a huge thanks to our partners Fujikura Golf, Foresight Sports, as well as Cobra Golf (and fitter TJ Spidle) for helping make this event a success. Their contributions, along with the enthusiasm of our attendees, ensured that this event was not only informative but also a fun and engaging experience for all. As we look ahead to 2025, we are excited to continue building on this momentum and to host more events that bring together the best in golf equipment, technology, and community.