2nd Swing Thoughts

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...

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 19:3...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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 Kra...

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 S...

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 Ne...

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 Triv...

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 Memb...

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, cover...

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 2n...

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...

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...

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...

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 ambassador...

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 U...

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 sea...

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.   S...

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...

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, 2...

Fujikura golf shafts are among the most popular golf shafts in the game. Golfers of all skill levels and swing speeds can find a Fujikura golf shaft that fits their game, whether it's a driver shaft or an iron shaft. In this episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, 2nd Swing's Drew Mahowald is joined by Spencer Reynolds, Product and Brand Manager at Fujikura, to discuss the 2024 Fujikura Golf Sh...

This episode of 2nd Swing Thoughts highlights Scottie Scheffler earning a second victory at The Masters in three years. More specifically, the discussion focuses on Scottie Scheffler's winning putter, a TaylorMade Spider Tour, and how his putting has improved dramatically since he put it in play. How much more can Scottie Scheffler win after improving his putting? 0:00 Intro 1:28 Scottie Scheffler...

This episode of 2nd Swing Thoughts focuses on the golf clubs in play at Augusta National this week for the Masters Tournament. Brian Knudson from GolfWRX joins 2nd Swing's Drew Mahowald for an in-depth discussion on the golf clubs in play at Augusta National, including the TaylorMade Qi10 driver, mallet putters, and more interesting golf clubs.   The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Sw...