Laser Link Switch Review

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We’ll get our Laser Link Switch Review summary posted as soon users start giving some feedback. At first glance, we like the looks of the newest member of the Laser Link family. It merges the features of the QuickShot and the RedHot, giving the best of both worlds.

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The beauty of the original Laser Link QuickShot is that it can quickly and easily pick up distance to any flagstick with a prism on it. The handle on all Laser Link models make them a little easier for some users to handle. The problem was that the QuickShot was worthless on any golf course without prisms.

The Laser Link Red Hot added the ability to hit any visible target including flagsticks without prisms. It could still hit the prisms, but by being able to pick up trees and other targets, it lost some of its ease of use.

Enter the 2012 Laser Link Switch. Now when you’re playing a golf course with prisms, you’ll use QS mode most of the time, unless you need to quickly “Switch” over to RH mode to get the distance to a different target. QS mode should make it extremely easy to pick up the prism on the flags, but it sure is nice to have the option to get the distance to other target. If you visit a course with no prism, just stay in RH mode all day to get traditional laser measurements.

We wouldn’t recommend this to anyone whose home course does not have reflectors on the flagsticks. It is our opinion that other less expensive laser rangefinders that have magnification built-in would serve those players better. Check out our picks for best laser rangefinders.

Laser Link Pros
  • Long handle for easier grip
  • Doesn’t require removal of glasses or hats to use
  • QS mode makes it very easy to pick up flagsticks with prisms
  • RH mode makes it possible to get yardage to any visible target
  • Provides audible or vibration feedback for distance confirmation
Laser Link Cons
  • No magnification
  • A little pricey, but should last for years
      • Laser Link Switch Features and Specifications
      Laser Link Switch
      Slope No
      Vibration N
      Size (Width x Height x Depth) 6.5 in. x 1.5 in. x 3.5 in.
      Weight 8 oz.
      Battery 9V Alkaline
      Battery Life N/A
      Display LCD
      Rainproof N/A
      Magnification 0
      Maximum Range 900*
      Minimum Range 0
      Notes Ability to switch between RH mode (can hit any visible target) to QS mode (for use with reflectors for easier targeting)
      USGA Compliant (local rule) Yes
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    Callaway uPro MX+ Review

    The Callaway uPro MX+ has been retired. Check out our current recommendations for today's best golf rangefinders..

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    Previously, our Callaway uPro MX+ Review made a strong recommendation for choosing another product. However, given the extreme price drop, large feature set and resolved issues on the Callaway uExplore website, we now think this product is worthy of consideration. Read our latest thoughts about the uPro MX+.

    Callaway uPro MX+ User Rating: 3.28 Stars 3.28 out of 5 (35 reviews)

    Score compiled from multiple sources.
    Background

    If you don’t remember, in June 2011, Callaway released the much anticipated uPro MX. The device itself might well have been a big hit, but Callaway was never able to get website problems resolved for many users, who were then unable to download Pro Mode courses. They ended up issuing a voluntary recall. It seemed a sad end to a potential superstar in the golf GPS game.

    A year later, Callaway believes they have not only resolved the website problems, but improved the device and given it a new name… the Callaway uPro MX+. To be honest, we think it would have been better to change the name completely to avoid confusion as buyers are reading online reviews, but we’re hoping that’s the only mistake they have made this time.

    Pros
    • Preloaded with 25,000+ golf courses in Basic Mode and Go Mode
    • Three operating modes:
      • Basic Mode is large numbers only to front, middle, back and hazards. This could be useful if someone in the family has difficulty seeing yardages in other modes
      • Go Mode looks great for people who don’t want to get bogged down in the details or who are familiar with the course they are playing. Aerial views are nice, but the meat of the GPS is right here. You can see the green shape and surrounding hazards. You can touch any point on the green to get distance to the place where you think the pin is. In our opinion, this may be the mode that users will love and use the most.
      • Pro Mode shows actual aerial views of each hole and allows you tap any point on a hole to see how far it is to that point and how much further to the green. If you’re not familiar with a golf course, these aerial views can be invaluable. Other golf GPS devices have renderings, which may be equally useful, but they don’t give you the ability to play in the simpler “Go Mode”.
    • Built-in Scorecard and stat tracking
    • Online Analysis on Uexplore.com
    • Ability to view golf courses online before you play
    Cons
    • In our opinion, there is conflicting information about Pro Mode on Callaway’s website. In one place, it states “No fees or subscriptions (unlimited course downloads in ProMode)”. In another, there is a mention of fees. We’ve contacted Callaway about the issue and hope to hear back soon.
    • Pro Mode courses have to be downloaded from the Uexplore.com website.

    We’re looking forward to seeing how well the Callaway uPro MX is received by users and will post our review soon. If you’re looking for Full-featured GPS that’s already been put to the test, take a look at our Comparison of Top-Rated GPS Models.

    Callaway uPro MX+ Features and Specifications
    Callaway uPro MX+
    Course Download Fees No*
    Pre-loaded with Courses Yes*
    Full Hole Views Yes
    Slope / Elevation N/A
    Battery Life N/A
    Battery N/A
    Size (Width x Height x Depth) 4.09 in. x 1.97 in. x .65 in.
    Measure Shot Distance N/A
    Screen Size N/A
    Resolution N/A
    Display Type Color
    Weight 3 oz.
    Rainproof N/A
    Touch Screen N/A
    Touch Targeting N/A
    Manual Pin Positioning N/A
    Stat Tracker Yes
    Digital Scorecard Yes
    Computer Analysis Tools Yes
    Ground Verified No
    Alternate Targets Yes
    Green Rotates to your shot angle N/A
    USGA Compliant (local rule) Yes
    Notes ProMode provides actual aerial views (not renderings) of each hole with flyovers and Anypoint technology for shot planning.
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    Morgan Pressel Slow Play Penalty

    Photo of golfersMorgan Pressel went from holding a 3-up lead in the Sybase Match Play Championship semi-final match to a 1-up lead all while standing on the 13th tee. An LPGA rules official assessed Pressel a loss of hole penalty for violating the Tour’s slow play policy on the 12th hole. Without the penalty, she had won the hole to go to a 3-up lead. Losing the hole gave her a narrow 1-up lead and an emotional blow that would be difficult for anyone to overcome. Pressel went on to lose the match.

    It’s understandable that there are people arguing both sides of this issue. Some say rules are rules and slow play in golf is a major problem. Others say, it was match play and there were only four players on the course… Let them play! Variations of those discussions are playing out in the papers, on TV and at the water cooler.

    For several reasons, I come down on the “let them play” side.

    • No organization in golf has come up with a policy that consistently and equally enforces a slow play policy. Unless every player is timed on every shot, it will never be consistent. On the LPGA, a player can play fast all day long and because a slow player in her group causes the them to fall behind and get a warning, the faster player is now vulnerable to receiving a penalty. Now if she finds herself in a difficult position and needs a little extra time for a shot, she’s the one who gets the penalty. Think about it, the LPGA only gave five penalties all last year. Is that the only time their policies were violated? Of course not. No consistency! The USGA has the same kinds of issues and the PGA seems to have given up for the most part.
    • Since we know this rule isn’t enforced consistently, why would you choose to enforce it at such a critical time where it will likely affect the outcome?
    • Since we know this rule isn’t enforced consistently, why enforce it when there are only two groups on the course? You’re probably going slow them down even more while assessing the penalty.
    • Since we know this rule isn’t enforced consistently, why oh why would you enforce it when you are damaging the chances of an American favorite to win the tournament. Like it or not, the LPGA needs young American winners. The LPGA Marketing Department was surely not consulted.

    It can also be argued, that this was good for the LPGA because everyone is talking about it. However, this will be gone in a week and had Morgan Pressel gone on to win the tournament, good fuzzy feelings for the LPGA would have been a little more enduring.

    Final thoughts on slow play. Maybe the Tours need to implement a carrot and stick policy. Get Rolex or Sir Speedy to sponsor a cash award to players who consistently play fast and then give those players an exemption from slow play penalties for the next week. Official Undercover Timers could be on three random holes each week. Each player would be timed on every shot on all three holes. The top 10 fastest players would receive prizes, slow play exemptions and be included in a press release along with the bottom 10 players. If you’re in the bottom 10 in 3 weeks during a season, then you are subject to a no-warning penalty for any future breaches of the policies.

    Garmin Golf GPS Reviews

    Our Garmin golf GPS reviews include both handheld devices and watches:

    • Garmin Approach G6 – Read our full review
      This is the latest handheld device in the Garmin lineup and the early feedback indicates this will be one of the top contenders in this market. This compact lightweight unit is preloaded with more than 27,000 golf courses. It comes with all the bells and whistles you could want and promises up to 15 hours of battery life. The glove-friendly touchscreen has a transreflective Color TFT.
    • Garmin Approach G5 – Read our full review
      This popular device comes preloaded with over 18,000 golf courses. It’s quite a bit bigger than the G6, and it has one of the largest screens in a golf GPS rangefinder. It has a color touchscreen and loads of features. The Garmin G5 is an excellent value.
    • Garmin Approach S1 Golf Watch – Read our full review
      Garmin was the first to come up with a golf GPS watch and it has been a huge success. This watch was designed to do only basics, but it does them very well. It provides distances to the front, middle and back of every green on over 18,000 golf courses (preloaded). It’s always with you and you rarely have to touch it. It’s the ultimate in convenience and simplicity and users love it.
    • Garmin Approach S3 Golf Watch – Read our full review
      Building on the success of the S1, Garmin added a new watch in 2012 that has several new features. First, it’s preloaded with over 27,000 golf courses and besides distances to the front, middle and back of the greens, this watch has yardages to doglegs, layups and hazards. Navigating the screens can be done with a glove-friendly touchscreen. It even has an image of the green shape with manual pin positioning and a scorecard.
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