Bushnell Contributes $145,000 to Folds of Honor Foundation

Overland Park, KS, February 15, 2013 – Bushnell Outdoor Products, makers of the No. 1 Laser Rangefinder on the PGA Tour for more than a decade, has announced its 2012 contribution to the Folds of Honor Foundation will total $145,000. Since establishing a partnership in 2010, Bushnell has contributed more than $450,000 to the foundation, supporting the spouses and children of disabled or fallen soldiers.

In an effort to continue its support of the Folds of Honor Foundation (FHF), Bushnell will make two new Patriot Packs available in 2013 featuring the Tour v3 and Tour v3 Slope. A percentage of every 2013 sale of the Bushnell Patriot Packs will be provided to the foundation’s fundraising efforts. The all-new Patriot Packs come equipped with a Tour v3 or Tour v3 Slope, Bushnell and FHF bag tag, new Bushnell productive carrying case and exclusive Bushnell Golf and FHF branded golf tees at a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $299 (Tour v3) and $399 (Tour v3 Slope).

“Bushnell continues to be an incredible partner that is willing to put its money and marketing support behind ensuring that no family gets left behind when it comes to education," said Major Dan Rooney, the Folds of Honor Foundation president and founder. "Thanks to the generosity from partners like Bushnell, we have now awarded more than 3,800 scholarships to deserving families," added Rooney.

Founded by Major Dan Rooney in 2007, the Folds of Honor Foundation provides educational scholarships to the spouses and children of service members disabled or killed during U.S. military service. Major Rooney, a former F-16 pilot who served three tours in Iraq, founded Folds of Honor Foundation to ensure that families of fallen service are never left behind on the field of battle.

In addition to the contribution, Bushnell has partnered with country music star Craig Morgan on a donation download program benefitting the Folds of Honor Foundation. A 10-year veteran of the U.S. Army, Morgan wrote and dedicated a song titled “What Matters Most” to the heroes Folds of Honor Foundation supports. The track, a tribute to the millions of service men and women who defend America’s freedom, parallels the stories of so many who have lost loved ones on the field of battle. For each download of “What Matters Most,” Bushnell will donate $1 (up to $10,000) to the Folds of Honor Foundation.

For more information about the Bushnell and Folds of Honor partnership, visit www.bushnell.com/global/company/folds-of-honor. To learn more about Folds of Honor and to join the mission, visit www.foldsofhonor.org. For more information on the Bushnell family of rangefinders, visit the company’s website at www.bushnellgolf.com.

Rickie's 12 New Cobra Clubs

Earlier this fall, COBRA Golf announced their brand new 2013 AMP CELLTM product line, featuring MyFlyTM technology as well as color choice. Rickie Fowler couldn’t wait to get his hands on the new gear and put the 2013 products into his bag at the TW World Challenge this week.

Rickie put 12 new COBRA clubs in his bag this week:
* AMP CELL Pro Driver MyFly: 7.5°, Vibrant Orange
* AMP CELL Fairway MyFly: 3+W, Vibrant Orange
* AMP CELL Hybrid MyFly: 3H, Vibrant Orange
* AMP CELL Pro Irons 4-9 MB
* Proto Tour Trusty Rusty Wedges 47°, 51° & 55°

“Rickie and I have been working together with the R&D team all year,” commented Ben Schomin, COBRA PUMA GOLF Tour Manager. “Rickie has been giving feedback on shape, design and performance and he was extremely excited and pleased with the final results. He was anxious to get the new AMP CELL line up and the new Tour Trusty’s in his bag this week.”

Rickie put up a -9 overall, landing him in the T4 spot at the TW World Challenge. During the final round, Rickie holed out on the first hole for an eagle using his new Proto Tour Trusty Rusty. His 12 new COBRA clubs had an impact on Rickie’s game, helping deliver multiple eagles and birdies throughout the tournament.

Rickie, known for sharing images and thoughts with fans through Twitter, has been sharing his excitement over the new clubs in his bag this week with tweets such as “Looking forward to playing the new weapons from the AMP CELL line and the Tour Trusty Proto wedges 47, 51, 55.” and “Really excited about the new AMP CELL Line.” (www.twitter.com/rickiefowlerpga )

Learn more about the new clubs Rickie is playing at www.cobragolf.com

Old School Golfer - New School Golf Balls

I'm not shy about admitting that I don't have the prettiest of golf swings, but I've learned to live with it.  I hit the ball relatively straight, just not as long as some guys.  So, I do my best to keep it between the ditches on the short grass and play a percentage game.  I've given lessons a try a few times, but over time, I always seem to slowly steer back to my old style.  I suppose there's a reason for the saying 'You can't teach an old dog new tricks'.  Although I may be stuck in my ways in a sense, I still like to try the 'new and improved' golf products that hit the market.

Recently I was fortunate to be introduced to a new golf ball manufacturer called Vision Golf.  From the moment I saw them I could tell they weren't like your everyday golf ball.  Have a look at the picture to the left and I think you'll see what I mean.  Coming in an array of colors, the cover also has a unique look to it.  It's personal preference, but I for one enjoy playing with something a little unique and original.  But enough about the look, lets find out how they perform.

I took them out for a test run last week, and was pleased with the way the felt.  I typically like to play a softer ball, and the Vision ball seemed to be right on par with what I usually look for.  But wait, the best is yet to come!  By far, the coolest of the Vision balls was the 808 prototype ball.  It performed really well, and as you can see from the picture below, it has a UV retaining cover which makes it glow in the dark!!  I've seen other glow in the dark golf balls, where the golf ball has a hole through it and you insert a little glow stick.  The flaw in that system is obvious, throwing off the balance of the ball.  But the Vision ball, is by far the highest performing glow ball I've ever seen.

As many of you know, living in Hawaii, the sun sets early in the evening, making this ball fantastic for those twilight rounds of golf!  Find out more information about Vision golf balls at: www.visiongolfball.com