| SureShot
GPS Review July 2007
Conducted
by GolfTest USA
As
the result of rule changes made by the USGA, now allowing
golfers to use GPS units, GolfTest USA received many requests
to review several of the handheld GPS units currently on
the market. One of the units that we considered was the
SureShot GPS. We had 15 golfers use the SureShot to map
their favorite course. The feedback we received on the SureShot
GPS was very positive. The written instructions were detailed
and the steps were clear and easy to follow. Golfers said
it was easy to program and map a course. Once the unit was
mapped it was easy to use on the course, and the on-screen
menu was intuitive and easy to traverse. Everyone indicated
that the SureShot GPS was very accurate and saved them a
lot of time not having to hunt around for yardage markers.
They felt that knowing the exact yardage made their club
selection decisions easier and was helpful in lowering their
scores. Golfers also felt that the pace of play improved
as a result of not having to search for yardage markers.
Some
of the features of the SureShot are noted here.
1. It automatically tells distance to the front, center
& back of green and many other markers on each hole,
such as bunkers, water hazards, etc.
2. Additional features on every hole can be added.
3. It has a “Shot distance feature” which shows
how far each club is hit.
4. Golf course files can be downloaded from SureShot.com
5. The purchase price is all inclusive. During the first
year, there is no additional charge for access to the golf
course database.
This unit uses an internal rechargeable battery which is
quickly recharged with the included battery charger. The
fully-charged unit holds a charge for up to 13 hours.
In
summary, GolfTest USA can state that the SureShot GPS is
one of the best handheld GPS units on the market. It is
a quality product that all golfers should consider before
making a decision on which golf gps unit is right for them.
One important note would be the price of the SureShot which
is listed at $399.99. The price of the SureShot GPS appears
to be a little more than the other gps units we reviewed,
but when its large color screen and its feature-rich capabilities
are taken into account, as well as the first-year free database
subscription, it appears to provide a lot of value for the
dollar. It is sure to cut a couple of strokes a round off
any golfer’s game.
The
SureShot GPS also can interact with ProLooper software (www.prolooper.com)
to analyze a golfer’s game and help determine the
areas in which a player can improve. This is a great feature
for golfers who are serious about lowering their handicap.
 GolfTest
USA has confidently awarded the SureShot GPS our"Seal of Excellence", indicating that it is a golf product
which is of superior performance, quality and value.
For
more information about the SureShot GPS go to www.sureshotgps.com.
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