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Pull Carts are a great way of getting exercise on a golf course without having the strain of carrying a heavy golf bag.  There are premium versions of pull carts and cost effective ones.  Below is a brief description and pictures of five pull carts available.

The Sun Mountain Speed Cart is one of the most revolutionary products in golf. Three-wheeled, ergonomically-efficient push carts did not exist in the marketplace prior to the Speed Cart. Golfers have reacted with great enthusiasm as the Speed Cart is incredible on the course. The patented design folds in seconds and fits easily into car trunks and solid foam tires will not puncture or deflate. The adjustable handle positions arm and shoulders in a natural position, reducing fatigue.
Features
• Patented fold-down design fits easily into car trunks
• Fold-away upper and lower bag rests
• Ergonomic and adjustable handle positions arms and shoulders in most natural position
• Umbrella mount secures an open umbrella while you play
• Umbrella straps stores a closed umbrella along the frame
• Padded valuables tray with magnetic lid
• Bungee scorecard holder 

• Solid foam tires will not puncture or deflate

The Quattro comes fully loaded with extra features, including a fully adjustable handle to fit golfers of all heights; a handle mounted parking brake; an adjustment mechanism guaranteed to ensure perfect front wheel alignment; a removable beverage, scorecard and umbrella holder and a convenient removable 

“Ice Boxx” ideal for storing personal effects including beverages, valuables and additional balls.  

Sun Mountain's lightweight push cart just got better. Updated features include the new Micro_Paq storage bag and a new handle latch that allows the handle to be fully adjustable. FEATURES: patented folding design * lightweight aluminum frame * unfolds and folds in two motions * solid foam tires require no maintenance * new handle latch provides fully adjustable handle height * Micro Paq storage bag included with every cart * low center of gravity provides superior stability * bag bracket secures bag without use of straps * expendable front axle expands front wheel base by two inches * padded valuables tray with magnetic lid and scorecard holder * swiveling drink holder * integrated tee and pencil holders Folded Dimensions: 24” X 16” X 12” Weight: 13.4 pounds

The Cadie U4-GT Ultimaxx Cart features an all new ergonomic and multi-level adjustable comfort handle with removable umbrella holder, scorecard and beverage holders. Three wheel Quad-Fold design reduces the cart to a 24-inch height for compact storage. 

Easily removable 12-inch airless tires and steel ball bearings provide a smooth roll. Elliptical tube frame construction for ultimate strength. 

Telescoping upper bag support with adjustable diameter ensures a secure fit. Quick action foot brake. 10-year warranty. Available in a range of colours.  The above information has been copied from the Golf Town website.

The Cadie GT Cruiser Push Cart is packed with features and three wheel performance. The 11.5-inch spoke wheels are airless and puncture proof with dual ball bearings. The push handle features an all-weather scorecard holder that holds balls tees and a pencil as well at an umbrella mount and beverage holder.
Features
• 3 year warranty
• No tools required for assembly
• Umbrella and beverage holders
• Reinforced nucleus and leg extension, nut and bolt consuction with coated anti-splay cables
• Slide lock mechanism

All information has been taking from the Golf Town website please visit it for pricing: http://www.golftown.com/

Top 8 Golf Movies of all time....

Golf movies over time have improved and have disgraced the game of golf.  There is a large variety of movies out there but I picked the top 8 golf movies of all time for you.  These movies will help past the cold winter months and give you a few laughs along the way.  Please comment below which is your favourite of the list given.  In no specific order the following are the top eight movies:

The Greatest Game Ever Played

Disney's Shia LaBeouf gives an amazing performance as a working class boy's desire to show his talent among elite professionals.  This story mixes the history of golf and a golf lesson at you. 

This is a beautiful story of a young professionals struggles to make it in the big league and all the political debacles that go with it.





Caddyshack
This could in fact be the funniest golf movie of all time.  Rodney Dangerfield, Bill Murray, Ted Knight and Chevy Chase star in the best performance of their careers to date.  With one-liners, memorable scenes, country club debacles and laugh out loud moments this movie is dateless.

Legend of Bagger Vance
Even though this movie didn't dominate in the box offices when released this film is a winner.  With outstanding performances by Will Smith and Matt Damon they committee to their characters in a heart-warming storyline of personal fulfillment. 

The characters struggle to transform the golf green into a schoolroom for the soul.




Dead Solid Perfect
This movie is based on the book "Dead Solid Perfect," by Dan Jenkins.  This movie is about life on the pros tour and features Randy Quaid as the leading man. 

Randy tours the country in hopes of winning his first event.




Tin Cup

This is argumentaly one of Kevin Costner's most memorable roles.  Cheech Marin is along side Kevin and has the opportunity to showcase his comedic talents. 

Kevin is a washed up pro working at a driving range and tries to qualify for the U.S Open to bet a competitor and win the heart of his girlfriend.

Happy Gilmore

Adam Sandler has given us another movie to laugh about for years to come.  The laugh out loud moments, crazy one liners and hockey jersey as a golf uniform are outrageously entertaining. 

Happy Gilmore is a rejected hockey player and takes up the game of golf to help save his Grandmothers house.

Bobby Jones: Stroke of Genius
Bobby Jones is a wonderful story of how a man rises from complete obscurity to become a golf legend.  Jones is faced with overcoming his temper, intense passion and perfectionist tendencies in order to win the Grand Slam, The U.S, British and Amateur Open in golf.  Jones realizes that his will to win may destroying those he loves he is put in an astounding position one that will shock the world.



Follow the Sun
Is an oldie but defiantly worth a watch if you can locate it.  Gleen Ford starts in the life story of the one and only Ben Hogan. Hogan's life story is one to watch as he overcame numerous obstacles to become the professional golfer he wanted to be.

Don't start your game with a bad shot....

Warming up is crucial to player's performance.  By following the steps below it will help with not over your body being warmed up but your mind on par about your golf game.  It is very important to warm up properly in order to eliminate any injuries.  Every sports athlete be that of hockey tennis or soccer warm up properly, golf is no different.  

Getting to the golf course early to ensure you have enough time to take care of any business in the Pro Shop, Clubhouse or any other facilities is very important.  In order to do your entire warm up properly you must have the time.    

Warming up on the putting green is the first step.  Putting is 43% of the game of golf.  Since the putting stroke is the slowest, smoothest of all the strokes done on the golf course it is the perfect place to start.  By starting on the putting green you get a feel for the greens as well as a smooth tempo.  If you use this time appropriately by putting to objects that are close to further away it will allow you to build confidence before you even start your round, if you were to putt the ball and it misses the hole constantly you will become frustrated very quickly.

From there spending time hitting chips around the green with a tee as a target will be beneficial.  In order for you to know how much the ball will roll on a soft green this practice will have you ready for your game.  By spending time around the green you will be aware of the different cuts of grass around the green you will face on the golf course be that fringe or rough.

Now that your warmed up full swing stretching is the next important step.  It is said that stretching can improve your range of motion by up to 17%.  To see a recommended routine visit http://golf.about.com/cs/tipslessons/a/warmupbetter_2.htm

Once you make your way over to the range starting with a wedge is the best club to loosen up.  Also if you hit all your shots off a short tee it will help you hit the ball more crisply.  After 10 shots with your wedge you can then start on your short irons working your way up to long irons and then woods.  Maintaining balance in each shot is very important.  An important tip is hitting your last shots with the club you plan on using on the very first hole.  Try to save your last golf balls for you wedge again to get that slow, smooth shots under control.

Make sure your warm up process takes you to the exact moment you are being called to tee off.,  You dont want those muscles to get cold from standing around.  Slow swing and stretching is key.

Canada: Top 10 Golf Courses

Score Golf does an annual report of the top 100 courses in Canada.  I decided to do just the top 10 courses with pictures of these beautiful golf courses in hopes of getting you fellow golfers through the winter months.

Score Golf's Top 10 Courses 2010

1. National Golf Club of Canada, Woodbridge, Ontario

2. Hamilton Golf and Country Club, Ancaster, Ontario

3. St. George's Golf and Country Club, Etobicoke, Ontario

4. Highlands Links Golf Club, Ingonish Beach, Nova Scotia

5. Jasper Park Lodge Golf Club, Jasper, Alberta

6. Beacon Hall Golf Club, Aurora, Ontario

7. Capilano Golf and Country Club, West Vancouver, British Columbia

8. The Links at Crowbush Cove, Morell, PEI

9. The Royal Montreal Golf Club, Ile Bizard, Quebec

10. Devil's Paintbrush Golf Club, Caledon Village, Ontario

Which one of these 10 golf courses have you played?

A player to watch for...

Player Profile: Martin Kaymer

 Martin was born on December 28th 1983 in Dusseldorf,Germany.  He turned profressional in 2005 and played on the European Tour.  Kaymer's first win came at the age of 20, at the Central German Clasic in 2005.  Martin played full time on the European Tour and in 2006 played in 14 events with five victories.  He finished in the top 10 in all of them but one. 

Kaymer also won the Vodafone Challenge in Germany which was his first Challenge Tour that he played in.  After being so successful Kaymer earned a European Tour card for 2007.  In 2007 he won the Sir Henry Cotton Rookie of the Year Award, making him the first German to win this award.  With five top 10 finishes it moved Kaymer into the top 100 of the "Official World Golf Rankings." 

After winning the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship it moved him into 34th in the world rankings.  Kaymer was the only player in the top 50 who was under the age of 25.   He also won the Barclays Scottish Open at Loch Lomond Golf Club in Glasgow which moved him up the world rankings yet again to an impressive 11th place.  Kaymer was also a member of the 2010 Ryder Cup's winning team.

Impressive facts to know about Martin Kaymer:

• Won the 2010 PGA Championship by 4 strokes over Bubba Watson.
• Won KLM Open in September 2010
• Won the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship in October 2010.

• Won the Adu Dhabi Golf Championship again in August of 2010.
• Open de France in July 2009 winner.
• Driving distance is 292.4
• Putting average is 1.794
• Scoring average is 70.22 puts him 17th in the rankings.