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The Gear Dive: New Level Golf CEO Eric Burch — The fun and challenge of being a smaller company

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8 years ago

Nov 8, 2018

In this episode of the Gear Dive, Johnny Wunder sits chats with New Level Golf’s CEO Eric Burch. They discuss why now is the time for the smaller companies to make an impact, his line, why they speak to all levels of golfers, and how to create a lane for yourself in a competitive market.

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8 Comments

Nuevo

Nov 12, 2018 at 1:51 am

Aren’t these designs already from last season? Where are the new designs? This is old news, right?
We don’t have any patience for old stuff here on WRX

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Aztec

Nov 10, 2018 at 11:38 pm

Gotta admit, I was skeptical at first but their blades are definitely different, I like the idea of a blade with a wider sole. And every shaft option being the same price (even graphite) is pretty innovative. $200 / club is pretty palatable, all things considered. Might order 5 – pw. Kudos.

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CW

Nov 9, 2018 at 3:38 pm

Any change you guys can transcribe these podcasts?

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- Christopher Wang
  
  Nov 9, 2018 at 3:38 pm
  
  *chance
  
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rex235

Nov 8, 2018 at 4:12 pm

Is New Line Golf RH Only?

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- rex235
  
  Nov 8, 2018 at 4:13 pm
  
  Is New Level Golf RH Only?
  
  Sorry for the misspelling.
  
  My apologies.
  
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Simms

Nov 8, 2018 at 3:50 pm

What we really need is for some more direct to consumer club companies (Hogan) , like Snell and Cut do golf balls…there is more then likely more then a few actual club makers in China that can supply quality heads for irons and woods….only a few weeks ago we read about Lynx Golf sore-sing a forged blade iron with their logo put on them…

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HoosierOkie

Nov 8, 2018 at 2:39 pm

Their logo looks like a modified version of the Miura Giken logo. Unoriginal af

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Tour Edge Exotics mini driver review + TaylorMade Spider ZT Max first look – Club Junkie

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5 days ago

May 28, 2026

Brian Knudson

On this episode of Club Junkie, I put the new Tour Edge Exotics Mini Driver to the test and break down the performance, forgiveness, distance, and where it fits compared to a traditional driver or strong fairway wood. If you have been curious about adding a mini driver to the bag, this one is worth a look.

I also dive into the new TaylorMade Spider ZT Max putter that was recently spotted and discuss the growing zero torque putter trend. Plus, there is a closer look at the new Project X Titan Yellow shaft showing up on the PGA Tour and what makes it different from other profiles currently out there.

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Club Junkie: Ping i540 irons review + L.A.B. VZN.1i putters and Graphite Design shaft sightings

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2 weeks ago

May 21, 2026

Brian Knudson

On this episode of Club Junkie, I dive into the brand-new Ping i540 irons and talk about where they fit in the lineup, their performance on the course, and who I think they are really made for. There is a lot to love — and maybe one complaint in the new i540 irons.

The show also covers the new L.A.B. VZN.1i putters that have started showing up, plus some new Graphite Design Tour AD shafts spotted out on the PGA Tour and what makes them interesting. Wrapping things up, I might swap a few shafts into some putters and talk through how those changes might completely alter feel and performance.

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Club Junkie’s Titleist GTS driver fitting results!

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3 weeks ago

May 14, 2026

Brian Knudson

On this episode of the Club Junkie Podcast, I head to the Titleist Performance Institute for a full driver fitting with the new Titleist GTS lineup. We dive into the fitting process, talk about what made the biggest difference in performance, and break down how the different GTS heads and shaft combinations compare on the launch monitor. If you are thinking about a new driver setup for this season, there is a lot to take away from this one.

I also get into Brooks Koepka and the gear setup he brought to the PGA Championship, including the putters that caught my eye during the week. There are some interesting equipment trends showing up at the highest level right now and we break down what stands out.

To wrap things up, I talk about reshafting a few wedges, what I learned during the process, and swapping an adaptor onto a new shaft for another build project in the shop. A gear packed episode from start to finish for anyone who loves golf equipment and club building.

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