Paul Jones

Hello Golfers,

Welcome to another edition of our newsletter.

This week we look ahead to what promises to be a memorable week at Augusta National (including a brilliant Video of the Week to get you in the mood), and focus on a far-too-often neglected club in your bag.

Enjoy the read!

Fitting news

I can give the best advice

This week I have been given the great but also surprising news that Srixon have signed me up and given me a full players contract. It has been a few years since I was last a contracted player and I thought those days were over now that I am somewhat retired from full time playing. But the news was fantastic to know that a major golfing brand such as Srixon were still keeping an eye on my results and achievements over the past year.

This also means I am in a position to not only give you the best advice but I can also give you the best prices on the full range of Srixon equipment.

New Srixon In Store

The Full Srixon fitting centre has arrived, this is a great chance for you to upgrade your clubs and get the right equipment for your game, we have the full range that can be taken out for on course trials or you can book a full fitting session with myself or Alex.

Cobra Fitting Day

Cobra fitting day Weds 17th April.

Get custom fitted using the latest launch monitor technologies, book your 30min slot in the Proshop.

Click here and get in touch if you are interested and would like to know more.

Shop news

Running on empty?

If your electric trolley is struggling to make it round 18 holes then it might be time you upgraded its battery. There's been a huge push towards Lithium batteries in recent years as they last longer, charge quicker and are more lightweight than previous Lead Acid equivalents. So, if it's time you change your electric trolley battery, bring your old one in-store and enjoy £25 OFF a brand-new Lithium one.

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One FREE dozen, plus personalisation

The Masters is just around the corner which can only mean one thing: the golfing season is upon us! If there's one piece of equipment that all golfers need plenty of at this stage of the year it's golf balls, and where better to look than your very own pro shop? Right now, we're offering four dozen Titleist Pro V1/x or AVX for the price of three, with your own personal message or special play number available for FREE.

order yours here>

Coaching news

Spring Special

Alex is offering a spring special with his coaching, he has just passed his level 2 coaching exams so is more than qualified to iron out those swing faults…

Alex will be charging £20 for individual 35-40min lessons for members and will also be offering our standard 4 for 3… but for the 1st 12 members to book he will be doing a special 4 for 3 at £50 instead of £60… saving you £30 total if you were to book 1 at a time.

Quick only a few spots left!!

Click here and get in touch if you would like to book a lesson.

The Masters

It’s here: Masters week.

Some of you may have already had your Augusta fix if you watched any of the final round from the Augusta National Women’s Amateur over the weekend, but it’s not too long to wait for the rest of us.

The buzz around the club in recent weeks has been growing and you get a real sense that the anticipation of this year’s Masters is like no other.

Will Rory complete the Grand Slam?
Will Tiger win his 15th major?
Could Spieth regain his form at a course he loves?

With so many possible storylines catching our imagination, all that’s left is for you to keep your diaries free on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening to enjoy what promises to be one of the best majors in recent years.

Until the coverage starts, scroll down to view our Video of the Week and enjoy some of our favourite moments from recent years at Augusta National.

Don't neglect your #3

A driver is a powerful beast, sometimes too powerful if a hole has a hazard within range. In this scenario, you have a plethero of options to choose from, but there is one that is often overlooked.

Picture the scene

You're stood on a par-4 tee box and there’s a water hazard 240 yards away.

What do you do?

Many of you will reach for your longest iron on auto-pilot, however a custom-fitted fairway wood might just be the perfect solution; getting you further down the hole and closer to the green.

Why is this often overlooked?

A lot of golfers don't have confidence in hitting their fairway wood because, quite simply, they don't use it enough. But with technology to help you hit them better - such as Baffler rails in Cobra's F9 Speedback metals that help your club glide through the turf - it's time you gave them another go.

Custom fitting is key

We're delighted to see so many of you come to us for a custom fit when you're after a new driver or set of irons, but why does it stop there? A custom fitting is so important in ensuring you get the most from any new purchase, whether that's a driver, fairway wood or putter.

find out more >

More to it than you think...

Long gone are the days of wearing uncomfortable metal spikes on a flat leather outsole - although there is something weirdly special about those classic golf shoes. Anyway, technology has advanced for the better in recent years with a huge focus on improving traction and stability.

Skechers Mojo Elite golf shoe

Spikeless shoes still have a false perception attached to them that they're only suitable for summer golf, which may have been the case several years ago but times have changed.

Take this extremely popular Mojo Elite model for example; its GripFlex outsole has strategically placed lugs and flexible teeth for superior traction, whilst minimising turf damange.

So, instead of having six or eight large cleats offering traction, this spikeless model from Skechers has countless smaller lugs doing the same job for year-round use.

watch our video >

Your next trip: Masters 2020

It's finally here! The Florida swing is over, the Europeans are in top form (again) and Magnolia Lane is looking gorgeous.

Why don't you go in 2020?

Going to Augusta National for the Masters is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, something to tick off the bucket-list. Well, thanks to our friends at Your Golf Travel, you have the chance to go next year! Click on the link below to discover the full package.

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Video of the Week

Come Sunday evening we'll all be sat on the sofa, glued to the TV as the 2019 Masters Tournament reaches its climax. What better way to ramp up the excitement level than by watching some back-nine heroics from years gone by at Augusta National. Enjoy.

Happy Golfing from the Golf Team at The Ashley Wood Golf Shop.

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