Bushnell Pro 1600 Golf Laser Rangefinder

Just tested this rangefinder for the first time on the course yesterday, and already it has helped me to shave a few strokes off my game.

I played a local course and took the rangefinder and my golflogix gps. The Golflogix told me I was 120 yards out, the Bushnell said 103. I hit my pitching wedge (normally goes 100) and landed a few yards from the pin.

So long as your approach shot distances are fairly consistent, you'll benefit from not having to guess if the flag is front back or middle.

This particular unit is a little bulkier than some other rangefinders, but I find it very easy to hold onto. Also, the excellent pouch fits easily onto my golf bag, so taking it in and out to use is easy. I was able to easily grab pins under 200 yards instantly. Pins further out take a bit longer. Yesterday I was able to get a pin 353 yards out. An interesting experiment, but well beyond my golfing range.

I decided on this unit over a Leupold for 3 reasons.
1. The Bushnell comes with a 2 year vs 1 year warranty. These things aren't cheap so that is important.
2. The Bushnell is really waterproof, not simply "weather resistant". I could dunk this baby into a lake (should it happen to be be attached to my golf bag when I toss it in the lake).
3. Battery: I hate proprietary or hard to find batteries. The Bushnell uses a standard 9V, easy to find and replace.

Callaway LR550 Rangefinder by Nikon

I tried an inexpensive GPS rangefinder (iGolf Neo), but found its readings inconsistent. I was reluctant to try the more expensive GPS rangefinders, and the laser rangefinders were also quite expensive. I then ran across the LR550Y and was impressed by reviews, the reputation of Nikon quality, and a reasonable price ($260). It's a solid product that performs well.

The unit is light and easy to handle. It will fit in a reasonably big pocket. The colors make it easy to not forget it in the cart (though this also makes it conspicuous and easy for thieves to spot - be careful!). The eyepiece adjusts easily for a sharp view, and the unit is also handy as a 6x monocular on the course. With a little practice it is easy to use. I cannot hold it steady enough to get the crosshairs directly on the flag for a reading unless I'm within 100 yards. At larger distances you put the crosshairs on a reflective area on or near the green, depress the button, and then slowly sweep the crosshairs over the pin. (you have about 8 seconds of sweep readings). The numbers will change as you go over the flag and you have your reading. It doesn't hurt to double check with distance readings from other course markers.

This is a quality item that can increase your confidence that you have the right club, though it can't swing the club for you.

 

I was looking into purchasing either a Golf GPS or Rangefinder when I ran accross this Hybrid that had both features. Amazon had the price down to $399 at the time so it was hard to resist. I've used it a few rounds and am very impressed. The Pinseeker feature works very quickly and is a snap. I basically point it in the direction of the pin and it finds the distance then displays the Pinseeker icon to verify it's been located. The GPS feature works great for those times I don't need precise yardages. My only complaint it that the GPS never finds my home course and I have to manually input it each time. This was before and after I performed the required connection to igolf for the GPS upgrades. Overall, I'm very happy with this product.

Bushnell Hybrid Pinseeker Laser Rangefinder and GPS Unit

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The world's first Laser Rangefinder and GPS in one. Combining laser accuracy with GPS convenience, it's just the game-changer you need. It features the PinSeeker Technology used by more than 90% of PGA professionals, with +/- 1 yard accuracy, 5x magnification, and distance to front, center, and back of green. Plus the GPS function offers 16,000+ pre-loaded North American courses, Auto Hole Advance, Auto Course Recognition and no one-time or re-occurring membership fees. 

Bushnell Tour V2 Slope Edition Patriot Pack Rangefinder

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The Bushnell Tour V2 Slope operates as advertised. I have improved my game significantly. I have previously used GPS type distance finders, but the Bushnell Tour V2 Slope gives me much more confidence, because of the reading to the pin is much more accurate vs. GPS front, center, and back of the green readings.
From the tee it can pinpoint fairway hazard distances with ease. I use the rangefinder to view the distance from the tee to approximately 250 yds. and I've been hitting the area of view with regularity keeping my ball on the fairway. Before doing this, often times my drives went the distance but to the right of the target area. Amazing how my sight and mind works!

Bushnell Medalist Laser Rangefinder

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