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Gear Smart

Skratch
Golf Equipment
Golf Balls
PGA Tour
Visual Technology
Golf Technology
Golf Clubs
Chrome Tour Golf Balls
Callaway
Taylormade
Golf Fitting
St. Andrews
Fujikura
Golf Design
Golf
Minji Lee
Titleist T-Series
Golf Shafts
Club Fitting
Titleist
Golf Blueprint

Which clubs should you be playing? Why are wedge grinds important? What the hell is Smash Factor and why does it matter? There's a lot to unpack in each of these questions. And Ryan Barath, Skratch's resident Gear Czar, has the answer. Every other week, Barath will be answering a selection of the hundreds of real reader questions he gets each week on Instagram, talking to the leading innovators in... more

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Ryan dives into The PLAYERS Championship and the "off-menu" hybrid in Cam Young's bag that helped him win, and how it can help you too.

Then he chats with Cleveland's Tour Engineering Manager Patrick Ripp about wedge design, working with players and... more

Ryan is fresh from a few days at TPC Sawgrass ahead of THE PLAYERS Championship talking about the gear changes tour pros made ahead of the tournament, visiting all the tour trucks, the surprising reason Justin Thomas put some old clubs in the bag and... more

On this week's episode, Ryan sits down with Callaway Golf's Jacob Davidson, VP of Global Tours, and Brian Williams, VP of R&D to chat about driver face technology, Chrome Tour golf balls, developing protypes, and how they're leaning into equipment th... more

Vokey Director of Wedge Development Kevin Tassistro joins this week's episode of Gear Smart to chat about their new SM11s, the process of designing wedges, how they're constantly improving their technology and more.

Ryan also talks about Jacob Bridg... more

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Jacob Davidson
Oversees global tours and product strategy at Callaway
Callaway
Episode: Diving into Callaway Golf's latest driver face tech, Chrome Tour balls, and more with Jacob Davidson and Brian Williams
Brian Williams
Vice President of R&D at Callaway
Callaway
Episode: Diving into Callaway Golf's latest driver face tech, Chrome Tour balls, and more with Jacob Davidson and Brian Williams
Kevin Tassistro
Director of Wedge Development for Vokey Wedges
Titleist Vokey Wedges
Episode: Talking Vokey Wedges and Design with Titleist's Kevin Tassistro
Andy Hennis
Director of Sales and Product Development at New Level Golf
New Level Golf
Episode: Talking club design with New Level Golf's Andy Hennis
Rob Hogan
Golf enthusiast and speed golf advocate
Episode: Speed Golf Rob on his adventure into speed golf and how it changed his game
Vijay Singh
Professional golfer with over 30 PGA Tour wins
Episode: Talking Cobra OPTM, PXG Irons, Equipment Contracts, plus another mailbag question
Marco Penj
DP World Tour player
PXG
Episode: Talking Cobra OPTM, PXG Irons, Equipment Contracts, plus another mailbag question
Brian Knudson
Original Club Junkie from GolfWRX
GolfWRX
Episode: Chatting 2025 gear trends with GolfWRX Club Junkie Brian Knudson
Marshall Thompson
Tour representative for Fujikura Composites
Fujikura
Episode: Talking Ventus, and tour product development with Fujikura's Marshall Thompson

Host

Ryan Barath
Host of Gear Smart, Ryan Barath engages with golf enthusiasts by answering questions about gear and equipment, providing insights into effective solutions for improving golf performance.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Incredibly insightful

    Ryan is one of the most insightful voices in golf. He’s my number one place to go for learning in the golf industry. Can’t wait for more episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cory from Ajax
    Canadaa year ago
  • What golf needed

    Very excited for this launch!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    .J.N.
    Canadaa year ago

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Listeners highlight Ryan's insightful approach to golf gear, appreciating the depth of information shared.
Audience members feel that it caters well to both beginners and seasoned golfers, making the content accessible and relatable.
The podcast is praised for its engaging discussions that combine expert insights with practical advice.

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Apple Podcasts
#77
United States/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#68
Canada/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#172
United Kingdom/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#69
Australia/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#146
France/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#156
Germany/Sports/Golf

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Collin Morikawa's winning new putter, Srixon's Blackout line and more gear changes of the week
Q: Should I use the black or the blue model to help eliminate the right curve in my shots?
The shaft only has limited effects on shot delivery; the curve is primarily based on face-to-path relationship rather than the shaft color or model.
Collin Morikawa's winning new putter, Srixon's Blackout line and more gear changes of the week
Q: What's your opinion of the new Mesudo M13, M15 irons? How do you think they fit into the category?
Mesudo makes great irons, and the M13 and M15 offer speed and feel, designed not to be comboed, providing options for golfers looking for performance.
Talking club design with New Level Golf's Andy Hennis
Q: What's it like playing golf clubs that you designed?
Andy shares that it's a thrilling experience to see his designs transition from sketches to actual clubs used by players, and he enjoys the positive feedback from golfers.
Talking club design with New Level Golf's Andy Hennis
Q: Can you give a little background of your entry into designing clubs?
Andy speaks to his long-time interest in golf design, detailing how he has always sketched and rethought club designs informally before moving into professional roles in the industry.
Back to blades for Rory at Pebble + More Mini drivers, and a controversial Q&A
Q: Is the process of 'puring' shafts worth it?
While some believe in its benefits, it is not necessarily the end all be all of building quality golf clubs, and many golfers play well without it.

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Listeners can expect engaging discussions centered around the specific details of golf equipment, from club selection to the nuances of gear performance. The focus is primarily on practical advice to enhance golfing skills through informed equipment choices, addressing key themes like club fitting, the importance of various gear, and innovations in the industry. Noteworthy episodes feature insights from industry leaders and gear experts, providing a depth of knowledge that caters to both casual golfers and enthusiasts eager to delve into the mechanics of their sport. This combination of knowledgeable guests and listener advice creates a community-focused atmosphere likely to enrich the golfing experience for all.

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5. GolfWRX Radio

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Recent guests on Gear Smart include:

1. Jacob Davidson
2. Brian Williams
3. Kevin Tassistro
4. Andy Hennis
5. Rob Hogan
6. Vijay Singh
7. Marco Penj
8. Brian Knudson

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