Review: Quagmire Golf InReverse Polo – Two Shirts In One

Written by: Tony Korologos | Wednesday, May 30th, 2012
Categories: Golf Apparel • Reviews

This review took an interesting turn as I started writing it. In my reviews I always refer to the manufacturer’s web site for technical information about the product, sizes, colors, features etc. It was at that point that I realized I’d only been getting half of what I could out of the InReverse golf polo by Quagmire Golf. I didn’t even realize the shirt was reversible!

InReverse Overview

InReverse is a golf polo made from 100% polyester. Love it. Easy to care for. Resists wrinkling.

As stated in the name, the shirt is reversible. One side is a plain color and the other side features an argyle pattern.

The fabric of the polo naturally wicks moisture, keeping the wearer dry. That is becoming more and more important as the temps here in my home town will be reaching 90+ this weekend. (more…)

Fellow Golf Bloggers Turned Authors – Two New Golf Books You Should Read

Written by: Tony Korologos | Wednesday, May 30th, 2012
Categories: Golf Books

I’ve got two good friends in the golf blogging world who have recently authored golf books. How cool is that? The time and effort it takes to write a book must be huge and I tip my hat to my buddies Neil Sagebiel at Armchair Golf Blog and John Retzer at Golf Blogger. I’ve known both of these gentlemen for years and they are the real deal.

The Five Inch Course

John Retzer’s book is titled The Five Inch Course: Thinking Your Way To Better Golf. Via the previous link or by clicking the image to the right you can purchase it through Amazon. I have an e-copy of this book and I’ll be plowing through it very soon for a review here on HOG.

I know I’m capable of playing good golf, but my brain gets in the way. Hope John’s book can help.

With Father’s Day coming up, this would be a good gift idea.

The Longest Shot

Neil Sagebiel’s book is titled The Longest Shot: Jack Fleck, Ben Hogan, and Pro Golf’s Greatest Upset at the 1955 U.S. Open. Click the previous link or the image right to purchase on Amazon. Neil’s book was released this past week. The timing is perfect for this subject as the U.S. Open is returning to Olympic Club where Fleck upset Ben Hogan 57 years ago.

I can’t wait to read this one. As soon as I do I’ll post a review here on HOG as well.

Once again, another great Father’s Day golf gift.

Congratulations

Congratulations to my two friends on the accomplishments! I’m very impressed. You must be very proud. Perhaps we can do a little interview about the books?

Well played!

Review: John Ashworth Linksoul Cotton Polo

Written by: Tony Korologos | Tuesday, May 29th, 2012
Categories: Golf Apparel • Reviews

I’m smiling because my Linksoul polo is so comfortable!

Back in 2011 John Ashworth created Linksoul as a classy and alternative golf lifestyle brand. The designs are simple and elegant, some retro or old school and some with a hint of European styling. According to brand PR Linksoul is for “style-conscious men seeking a comfortable alternative to ‘golf uniform’ technical pieces.'” Yeah, that’s what I was going to say.

One of those alternatives to golf uniform technical pieces is the Linksoul LS101 one-pocket cotton golf polo shirt.

Looks

I don’t know how one clothing designer can take a black polo and make it look better than another designer, but that’s just the case here. This shirt is very classy and unique looking, though it is very simple.

Critiques

I usually like to post a “sizes/colors” paragraph in my apparel reviews. I was unable to determine the sizes and colors which are available in this model. The John Ashworth web site has a fancy “look book” with a bunch of artsy photos, but no nuts and bolts info about the products such as available sizes and colors. I’m not as into the fancy presentation as I am into being able to get to the meat of the content.

On The Course

The cotton fabric of this polo is extremely soft and smooth. The shirt feels light on the body and breathes well. The comfort level is fantastic.

During the golf swing the shirt is great. There are no tight areas, no binding, no pulling. The swing is not restricted. It is hard enough to hit a good shot without having an apparel item mess with the golf swing!

Conclusion

The Linksoul one-pocket polo is a great cotton golf shirt and provides everything one would want from a polo including comfort, performance, classy and unique styling.

Linksoul website

Luke Donald moves to #1 in the world rankings. Is there an echo echoing the echo in here?

Written by: Tony Korologos | Monday, May 28th, 2012
Categories: European Tour • PGA Tour • Pro Golf • Tiger Woods

Donald moves to #1 for 4th time

Luke Donald successfully defended his title at the European Tour’s BMW Championship this past weekend at Wentworth Club. With the victory Luke moves to #1 in the world rankings for the fourth time. The victory also puts Donald into #1 in the European Tour’s Race To Dubai points.

Rory McIlory moves to #2 while Tiger Woods barely stays in the top 10 by just one world ranking point.

Updated Top 50 World Ranked Golfers Below

Rank	Player	Total Points
1	Luke Donald, Eng	542.32
2	Rory McIlroy, Nir	460.08
3	Lee Westwood, Eng	370.43
4	Bubba Watson, USA	299.42
5	Matt Kuchar, USA	313.88
6	Justin Rose, Eng	291.40
7	Hunter Mahan, USA	285.18
8	Jason Dufner, USA	270.10
9	Tiger Woods, USA	206.32
10	Steve Stricker, USA	207.79
11	Martin Kaymer, Deu	257.86
12	Phil Mickelson, USA	246.62
13	Webb Simpson, USA	257.64
14	Louis Oosthuizen, Zaf	249.87
15	Adam Scott, Aus	211.39
16	Charl Schwartzel, Zaf	248.57
17	Zach Johnson, USA	236.41
18	Jason Day, Aus	207.46
19	Rickie Fowler, USA	238.60
20	Dustin Johnson, USA	205.13
21	Graeme McDowell, Nir	233.57
22	Bill Haas, USA	217.76
23	Sergio Garcia, Esp	196.07
24	Keegan Bradley, USA	213.44
25	Peter Hanson, Swe	201.87
26	Brandt Snedeker, USA	200.24
27	Nick Watney, USA	193.16
28	Ian Poulter, Eng	191.13
29	Paul Lawrie, Sco	182.19
30	Bo Van Pelt, USA	176.53
31	K.J. Choi, Kor	176.06
32	Francesco Molinari, Ita	173.82
33	Martin Laird, Sco	172.53
34	Nicolas Colsaerts, Bel	159.31
35	John Senden, Aus	161.87
36	Mark Wilson, USA	161.59
37	Thomas Bjorn, Dnk	154.89
38	Carl Pettersson, Swe	160.22
39	Jim Furyk, USA	155.56
40	David Toms, USA	154.27
41	Bae Sang-moon, Kor	156.12
42	Alvaro Quiros, Esp	150.47
43	Ernie Els, Zaf	152.81
44	Simon Dyson, Eng	145.35
45	Robert Karlsson, Swe	142.27
46	Fredrik Jacobson, Swe	132.59
47	Geoff Ogilvy, Aus	137.91
48	Kevin Na, USA	139.83
49	Aaron Baddeley, Aus	139.51
50	Ben Crane, USA	138.75

My Black Mesa Testimonial Video

Written by: Tony Korologos | Monday, May 28th, 2012
Categories: Golf Courses • Golf Videos • HOG World Tour

I just saw that my friends at Black Mesa Golf Club posted a video of yours truly on their YouTube channel. This was following a week of playing the course for a recent media trip. I love that place and the people there, and want to get back as soon as possible. Come with me?