Flight Model and Spin Readings Key to Selection
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (May 31, 2006) – AccuSport International, Inc. today announced that its Vector and Vector Pro Launch Systems have been chosen by Golf Magazine to be used in the publication’s monthly equipment testing section.
"Golf Magazine approached us recently in the interest of merging actual ball performance data metrics with golfer equipment testing. They were particularly interested in our ability to provide accurate ball spin rates and flight models for different clubs," said Don Thorup, AccuSport’s Chief Operating Officer. "Vector Pro takes two pictures of the ball as it leaves the club and actually measures launch angle, ball speed, back spin, side spin and side angle. This data when combined with the golfer’s input about the different clubs being tested will provide Golf Magazine with a comprehensive set of information each month for their equipment testing section," Thorup said.
AccuSport is the leading developer and marketer of golf swing launch monitors and its Vector Launch System is recognized throughout the golf industry for its accuracy, portability and affordability. The company recently introduced the Vector Pro Launch System which integrates swing video analysis for teaching and instruction. The Vector Pro Launch System measures and analyzes launch angle, ball speed, backspin, side spin and side angle to instantaneously quantify the performance of both player and equipment. Vector and Vector Pro enable manufacturers to explore the club design and technology frontier, provide teaching golf professionals a technologically superior instruction tool, and allow retailers to better serve their customers via a detailed club-fitting experience.
"Our selection by Golf Magazine as their launch monitor of choice further validates our product platform," Thorup stated. "We’re excited by this opportunity and look forward to working with Golf Magazine each month to enhance their equipment testing section."
About the company: AccuSport International, Inc., located in Winston-Salem, NC, is driven by technology and a desire to improve the game of golf, and make it more enjoyable and accessible to golfers of all skill levels. AccuSport introduced the Vector Launch System to the commercial market in 2003, and has rapidly become the industry leader in launch monitor technology and market share. With distribution in Europe, the United Kingdom, Canada, Japan and Australia, the Vector Launch System and the new Vector Pro Launch System have become the tools that are changing the way the golf industry looks at ball flight, driver lofts and ball spin rates, and are helping all golfers better understand their game.
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Contact:
Don Thorup
General Manager & Chief Operating Officer
AccuSport International, Inc.
336-759-3300 x 301
www.accusport.com
