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18th Couture is a women's golf apparel company located in Columbia, MD. Headed by Germaine Bolds-Leftridge, a successful Maryland businesswoman, 18th Couture has more than 41 signature pieces. The collection offers an eclectic yet natural look with durable nylon & Lycra fabrics providing an apparel line that truly fits "any body." The company manufactures apparel in sizes: 2 through 16 (XS-XXL).
ALDILA
Aldila was founded in 1972 as a manufacturer of carbon fiber golf shafts. Today, Aldila is widely recognized as the worldwide leader. In 1994, they embarked on a strategy to integrate manufacturing operations with the start-up of prepreg manufacture at their Poway, CA facility. Prepreg is the basic composite material used in the production of graphite shafts. It is produced through a process that combines a resin with the graphite fiber. Today, the Aldila prepreg operation is widely recognized as the most advanced production facility of its kind in the United States. Through their experience in the highly competitive graphite shaft business, this facility has also been set-up to be a low cost production facility-without the expensive over-head most U.S. prepreg manufacturers have in place to satisfy the aerospace/defense markets.
BITE FOOTWEAR
Bite's innovation in the golf industry began when owner and founder Dale Bathum released the first technical golf sandal in 1996. Today, Bite manufacturers the best biomechanical, performance golf footwear for men, women and juniors. Bite shoes were ranked #1 in comfort and performance among all golf brands in the 2005 Darrell Survey for Consumers. Bite's product line includes: golf sandals, the Orthosport series with customized footbeds, the Biotrac series with Bite's exclusive FootFrame™, the hybrid Golf & Travel series for the golfer on the go and now offers Disc Golf shoes.
BUTTHEAD COVERS
Located in Gilbert, Ariz., Butthead Covers, Inc. is owned and operated by Danny and Alice Scott. The two have blended years of extensive corporate training and leadership experience with their passion for life, golf and family. There are 75 designs in a variety of categories: Animal Mall, Through the Woods, Wet and Wild, Exotic, Cats and Dogs, Wings and Stings, Funny Farm, Custom, Corporate, Etc., and The Tiny Hiny Line.
DR TEPLITZ
Jerry V. Teplitz, JD, PhD is an expert on Optimum Brain Performance. He is the author of four books and has given more than 1,500 presentations to more than 1 million people over the last 30 years. Participants become more positive, effective, focused, energized and more productive. A graduate of Northwestern University School of Law, Dr. Teplitz also holds a doctorate degree in Wholistic Health Sciences. Dr. Teplitz has earned the Certified Speaking Professional designation from the National Speakers Association.
ESOTERIC GOLF TECHNOLOGY
Esoteric Golf Technology, based in Gothenburg, Sweden, is the creator of the most effective putting systems in Europe. Tomas Dahl launched the company after inventing the Putting Guide in 1999 and has since invented two more putting aids - the Path Finder System and the Square Triangle. The training devices help ingrain muscle memory of the correct putting stroke. The training aids have had a tremendous influence on the putting accuracy of more than 200 Tour players around the world.
EXPLANAR
Founded by PGA Professional Luther Blacklock, Explanar Golf Ltd is committed to making golf easier to learn. The Explanar Golf Training System can help golfers of all abilities play better and makes the game easier for instructors to teach. The Explanar already used by amateurs and more than 1,000 PGA Professionals in 36 countries. The company has offices in Orlando, FL and Northampton, England.
GIMME A RULING
Licensed by the United States Golf Association®, Gimme A Ruling™ is the best way to master the Rules of Golf - the fun way! This game set presents over 550 actual on-the-course situations and challenges players to provide the correct ruling. Challenge yourself with the situation and ruling cards, or challenge your family and friends to a fun game that will certainly make you more knowledgeable about the Rules.
GOGIE GIRL
Gogie Girl is located in Chatsworth, Calif. Founded by Cindy Gilmore and Vicky Waldorf (wife of PGA Tour Professional Duffy Waldorf), the two have created a stylish and sporty headwear line designed exclusively for women. The "Gogie Difference" begins with a hat that comes in two sizes, standard and petite, for that perfect fit. Additional details and features include: soft silk-like linings, fashion-forward colors, a feminine brim, space for a ponytail and bling! All headwear can be customized with Swarovski crystals for that special Gogie Girl touch.
GOLF FITNESS MAGAZINE
Golf Fitness Magazine, located in Windermere, FL, is the exclusive national consumer publication dedicated to golf-specific fitness, mental focus, and improving ability, performance and health among all golfers. Each issue has departments dedicated to men, women, seniors, and juniors along with articles from GFM's team of experts covering exercise, nutrition, and injury prevention. In addition, GFM will cover relevant topics such as golf travel destinations that offer health and fitness as part of their experience, history & tradition, camaraderie & humor, performance apparel, product reviews and philanthropic topics as they relate to the game of golf.
GOLFOHOLICS
Golfoholics, Inc. is devoted to the fun side of the game. Among its offerings is a book, a line of gear featuring their trademarked tee through the olive logo, and a web site that will grow dramatically in the coming year. Founder Bill Replogle is also Chief Mechanic of Sparky's Garage, an award winning creative think tank/advertising agency in Northern Virginia.
GREAT DIVIDER
In November 1998, Great Divider Golf introduced an innovative way to hold your golf clubs: a patented 14-way, full length Great Divider System. Designed to protect and organize your clubs, the divider system makes club access easier. Great Divider continues to mesh technology with practicality to make the latest in style and usability while continuing to lead the way in the evolution of the golf bag.
LEADBETTER INTERACTIVE
Interactive Frontiers, creators of the famed V1 Coaching System, have teamed with noted international golf instructor David Leadbetter, to introduce a new, ground-breaking interactive DVD series, "Leadbetter Interactive: The Modern Golf Swing." This high-definition series features cutting-edge graphics, user interactivity and high-speed photography to complement Leadbetter's world-class instruction.
Interactive Frontiers is a software development and systems integration company specializing in digital video products and Internet applications for the sports training industry. Its leading V1 Pro Digital Coaching System is the #1 video swing analysis system in golf and is used by the top golf academies, instructors and facilities in the world.
LITTLE CHIPPERS
Little Chippers is your #1 resource for casual, sensible golf attire for women juniors and kids. We specialize in golf accessories ranging from footwear to towels, belts, headcovers, sunglasses and just about anything else you will need as a kid, junior or lady golfer. With a variety of golf products to outfit kids of all ages including infants and toddlers, Little Chippers is committed to meeting your needs when it comes to golfing apparel, footwear, accessories and equipment for the little ones as they grow within the sport.
MACWET
The McSport Group was established in 1999 and is based in Chester, England. The company is dedicated to providing comfort to participants in all sports in all weather conditions. The MacWet golf glove is a durable performance glove that maintains a sure grip and offers golfers a physical advantage while providing comfort, responsiveness and feel.
MINDLINKS GOLF
MindLinks Golf is your link to excellent golf. You control your mind to lower your score. MindLinks Golf guides you to discover your highest potential and empowers you to reach your goal. Beth Pry is owner and operator of MindLinks Golf and holds a Masters degree in Counseling Communication. She is also a certified hypnotherapist and has helped hundreds of individuals overcome a multitude of challenges and has a fondness for working with athletes. Open your subconscious mind and give yourself permission to excel. Don't let your "internal critic" hold you back any more.
NITELITE
NITELITE® Golf, is the World Leader in lighted sporting goods and glow in the dark golf balls. NITELITE is introducing electric putting tournaments to brighten up your profits. Increase your club's nightly profits in one hour every night. Food and beverage sales will skyrocket. There are more than 250,000 NITELITE Tournaments in 79 countries making millions of dollars for golf courses and fundraisers. Their new NITELITE Majik golf ball, designed for both day and night, is five times brighter than the original and doesn't require a light stick or L.E.D. NITELITE Golf... the original and #1 ball at night since 1987.
PIMA DIRECT
Pima Direct offers men's classic pique golf knots, fancy polos, mocks, doeskin microfiber Windwear, microfleece, mercerized Pima sweaters and classic satin twill shorts. The company is dedicated to providing the golf retailer with quality, price point and strong gross margins. Pima Direct's factory direct business model and private label programs are two keys to their success. The factory direct approach reduces the inventory risk by selling a pre-coordinated 36-piece presentation called a PMA. This concept takes the time and tediousness out of the apparel ordering process and makes it a snap for the members and consumers. The Private Label program gives the accounts the ability to put their own labels and hang tags on the product which makes it an easy product to sell.
PLAYERS TURF SYSTEMS
Players Turf Systems is dedicated to recreating the finest playing surfaces in today's golf industry. They continually strive to stay on top of and create new technology to better serve our customers. Not only are they diligent in choosing the right materials, they are meticulous in our installation. Players Turf Systems is the industry leader in providing the highest quality, most authentic synthetic turf systems for golf greens, tees, fringes, and fairways, as well as a variety of other playing surfaces and fields. The company has recruited the industry's leading designers and product installers to ensure our customers of the most realistic synthetic turf systems in the market today. Players Turf Systems has sold or installed more than 4,200,000 square feet of synthetic turf in the last five years.
PORTAPRO VIDEO
PortaPro Video is headquartered in Columbus, NE. The company specializes in video technology and is taking golf instruction to the next level with its hands-free fully integrated golf cart video system designed specifically for teaching pros. The system records audio and video direct to DVD with close-ups and panoramic shots that also makes PortaPro Video an ideal promotional opportunity for golf courses and resorts.
PUTT PAL
Based in Denver CO, Putt Pal USA manufactures the first and only greens brushes permitted under the NEW USGA and R&A Revision to Rule #16-1a(i). Putt Pal USA is committed to offering a quality product that allows the golfer to experience the satisfaction of a putt that rolls unobstructed to the cup. Putt Pal USA is a member of the ING, NGF and is endorsed by the PCA. Putt Pal is currently being distributed by Charter Sports, Jack Jolly, Sports Innovations, A.B., JC Accessories, and Advantage Golf.
STANCE MINDER
Stance Minder is a golf training system that lowers scores and builds consistency, accuracy and distance. Set-up issues addressed by Stance Minder include: proper width of stance, proper foot position, proper ball position, correct distance from the ball, correct posture, hand position at address, head position at address, club face alignment, club shaft alignment, body alignment, stroke and swing alignment.
TIGER SHARK GOLF
Tiger Shark Golf is located at 26020 Mound Road in Warren, MI. Technique Golf, the parent company of Tiger Shark, was started in 1996 by Dean and his brother Darin Dingman. They revived the Tiger Shark brand in 2000 when they launched a complete product line at the PGA show in Orlando. Their original focus was on men's drivers, woods, and irons. But with price compression in those areas, Tiger Shark switched their focus to women's clubs and niche items like putters, wedges and hybrids. No matter which direction they chose, the Dingmans had an eye for success as sales for Tiger Shark have steadily increased by at least 30 percent a year since the brothers reawakened the dormant brand.
UPlay / UPro
Headquartered in Carlsbad, Calif., uPlay, LLC is committed to delivering innovative world-class electronic products that enhance the golfer's playing experience. With more than 25 years of semi-conductor and systems design experience, uPlay is setting a new standard in GPS technology. uPlay, LLC, is an integrated products design company co-founded by Joseph Balardeta and Scott Denton. The two partners combined more than 25 years of semiconductor and systems design experience into creating a world-class electronic product that would enhance the golfer's playing experience and make the game more fun.
