Garmin ’s new GPS golf computer is chock full of course maps and tracks just about everything game related , from scores to club efficiency . Basically , you’re able to go ahead and fire your caddy now .
The $ 300 Garmin Approach G6 is charge up with detailed maps for more than 25,000 gold courses worldwide — and counting , the society will proceed to add more with firmware updates — to allow golfers know precisely where they are on a course and how far they are from the pin . ( And you may correct the onscreen fleur-de-lis to equalize the day ’s pin placement . ) It shows length to the hole , as well as to the front and back . And as you ’re scram to the pin , the G6 demonstrate layup arcs on the maps , as well as reference yardage distance at 100 , 150 , 200 , and 250 yards .
It also keeps score and cover carrying into action system of measurement , like fairways hit , green in regulation and putts per one shot . you’re able to track which clubs you ’re hitting , and how far you ’re averaging on each . It will keep sexual conquest for up to four golfers , with Stroke Play , Stableford , Skins and Match Play , and adjustable handicaps .
In the brief time we front at G6 , it seemed both bright and responsive . The covert was very seeable , and easy to control . I had no trouble using it even without instruction . It ’s also tops light and pocketable , it ’s the same conformation factor as Garmin ’s Edge 800 . On 2d opinion , maybe it will make you a better golfer after all . Be the ball , Danny .
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