Buyer guides
Golf trade buyer guides
Practical guides for people buying for golf clubs, driving ranges, pro shops and indoor golf venues. Each guide is written from published sources, listed at the end with the date we checked them.
October 26, 2026
How to buy golf course machinery, new, used or leased
Dealers and distributors, fleet replacement planning, new versus used versus leased, robotic mowers and safety, for US and Canadian golf courses.
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October 26, 2026
Golf trade shows in 2026 and 2027, with tips for making the most of them
Confirmed dates for the PGA Show and Demo Day, the GCSAA Conference and Trade Show, Golf Business Conference, the Canadian Golf Course Management Conference, BTME and SALTEX, with tips for…
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October 26, 2026
Golf cart fleets, how to choose between buying, leasing and renting
Fleet sizing, buy versus lease versus rent, regional dealers in the US and Canada, lithium batteries and GPS, with questions to ask before you sign.
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October 26, 2026
Commercial golf simulator buying guide for courses and indoor venues
Launch monitors, software, enclosures, rooms and running costs for commercial simulator bays, with published US prices and questions to ask installers.
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October 26, 2026
Driving range equipment checklist for new and upgraded ranges
Ball dispensers, pickers, washers, mats, netting, lighting and tracking: what to decide for each, who supplies it in North America and what to ask before you order.
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October 26, 2026
How to choose a golf course architect and builder
Architects, builders, renovation contractors and bunker systems: roles, project stages, budgeting and questions to ask, for US and Canadian courses.
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