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When heading out to play a round of golf, what are the things to double check to make sure we have? Most importantly, we check that all of our clubs are in the bag. We also check that we have our golf shoes, a glove, a bag of tees, plenty of our favorite golf balls and cash for the beverage cart. What are we forgetting? What we do not always make sure bring along, or even think about, is a trusty, money-saving tool: the golf ball retriever. Why would that be a concern anyhow? It is not like we are a bad shot or anything. The truth is no matter how good we are and how straight we can hit a golf ball, sooner or later our shots will sail into a pond or some other equally unforgiving hazard. After spending money on good golf balls, the last thing we want is to lose them when this simple, yet handy, device will help keep our golf balls in play and, ultimately, keep money in our wallet.
Every year thousands upon thousands of dollars worth of lost golf balls are pulled from course hazards around the world. Some of the hazards aren't as obvious. For example, if you have ever golfed in Arizona you have probably seen balls stuck into the side of a saguaro cactus! There is a lucrative business involving the re-sale of golf balls, most likely found in some of the very hazards we have lost our own golf balls. The truth is, most golfers hit a few wayward shots every round, and if they had a golf ball retriever on hand, they could easily snag their ball from the hazard and avoid spending more money on replacement balls.
A good box of golf balls can run anywhere from $20-$50, and depending on our game could cost a pretty penny in newly purchased balls over the course of a season. A golf ball retriever is a perfect accessory for rescuing your golf ball from these pesky situations. For the money you will spend on a well-designed retriever, it will more than pay for itself in a single season. Golf ball retrievers do not take up much real estate either; they are designed to fit comfortably alongside your golf clubs or even zipped securely in the side pocket of your golf bag. This is a popular feature for golfers who prefer to walk the course and keep space to a minimum.
There are several kinds of golf ball retrievers on the market today to fit your budget. Widely popular models available include the trapper, which can pluck your golf ball from virtually anywhere by locking it securely in place. Rake-head models are great because not only can you easily retrieve your golf ball from the water, you can acquire additional balls at the same time that were left behind by other golfers. Also popular are ring-style and hinged cup. A few models available also come in a compact version that are 14 feet when fully extended but will collapse to 16 inches for easy stowing. Depending on your preferences and the types of hazards you are most likely to encounter, there is a retriever to suit your needs.
Don't wait until you have hit another errant shot. Pack a golf ball retriever for your next game and avoid getting your ball stuck in a course hazard. Your wallet will thank you!
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John Durack is a golf enthusiast who enjoys providing helpful tips to other golfers. Find the perfect golf ball retriever for yourself or as a gift for someone else. Available at =>
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