Make Some "Green"
Starting St. Patrick's Day
Trade in Your Old Clubs for CGC Credit!

Back by popular demand, our special TRADE-IN DAYS are coming March 17-23!

Is there a "pot of gold" just sitting in your garage? Simply bring your old or unwanted clubs in the pro shop and trade them for pro shop or driving range credit! You can use the value right then and there, or put it on a CGC Gift Card to use when you're ready.

There are much better uses for your money than to be tied up in clubs gathering dust! It's fast, it's easy, and we give top dollar value for trades! Don't miss this opportunity!

TOP 9 REASONS TO TRADE YOUR GOLF CLUBS FOR CGC CREDIT:

1. Leprechauns are around to help you look
2. You gave up golf for Lent, so you may as well get a new shirt or jacket
3. The golf addict you live with left you "widowed" for the last time and you're dumping their stuff
4. No ads, no emails, no auctions. Why deal with those when you want new gear NOW?
5. You've finally found the perfect putter or driver, so you can part with the other 12
6. The new clothing selections in the pro shop are simply irresistible
7. Your clubs or shoes are older than your kindergartner
8. Hitting range balls is cheaper than therapy
9. Buy anything you want right now from the pro shop, range, lessons, club repair or custom fitting -- or save the credit on a CGC gift card for yourself or someone else.

If by chance your clubs have no trade-in value, we'll take them off your hands anyway. Or, if you have JUNIOR-SPECIFIC clubs, you can take the credit or donate them to Junior Golf. All the details about trade-in days...

More info about brands and products we carry in the CGC pro shop...

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GEAR FOR YOUR GAME

Golf shoes are a big part of your golf swing and should be considered "equipment."

Are your shoes meeting these criteria or are they worn out and need replacing?

• Stability. Shoes should provide lateral stability so you don't "sway" or shift your weight and "roll" over the outside of your back foot on your backswing. Worn out shoes cannot provide this needed stability.
• Traction. This comes not only from keeping fresh replacement spikes, but from the sole of the shoe. If it is worn down, you may slip or "spin out" during your swing, especially on uneven lies or wet grass.
• Comfort. You should have enough room to spread out your toes and create a stable base for your swing. Shoes should not give you blisters or pinch in any spots, nor should they make your arches hurt or your feet tired.
• Water Proof. We're still not out of winter where rain or early morning dew can leave your feet wet and uncomfortable. New shoes typically come with a 1- or 2-year water proof warranty. If yours are older than that, you're at risk.
• Fashion. Even if you can't "play good" you can still "look good" - golf shoes are more fashionable than ever. Men's and women's styles come in a variety of colors and trims to match current apparel color waves.

We STOCK OVER 70 STYLES of shoes for men, women & juniors from top golf shoe brands: Footjoy, Ecco, Adidas, Callaway, Nike, Etonic, BITE and others!

Many styles stocked in wide & medium widths. Typical stock size runs from 7.5 to 13 (some up to 15) in men's and 5.5 or 6 to 11 (some up to 12) in women's. Juniors run size 1-6. Plus, we carry lots of styles that allow shoe inserts and orthotics.

Special orders and catalog selections always welcome.

If your shoes are hurting your golf swing instead of helping it, come in the pro shop and we'll get make your feet and your golf game much happier!

CGC WEB STORE
FEATURED ITEMS

Our BRAND NEW online pro shop allows you the convenience of shopping at home or work with delivery right to your door for a flat rate $5.99 anywhere in the continental USA.

Golf is more than a game, it's a lifestyle. Show your true golf passion with TMAX Gear.

We're currently featuring hard-to-find TaylorMade logo gear and accessories in our web store. Check out the latest items from TMAX Gear - great for you or send as a gift!

Golf Travel Covers

Backpacks

Toiletry Bags

Rolling Duffles

Golf "ditty" bag

Cart and stand bags

& Much More!

See product info for TMAX Gear...

Shop Carlsbad Golf Center online pro shop now...

DID YOU KNOW?

Let us do the dirty work! Just purchase the replacement spikes you need and we'll take care of the rest. Bring in your shoes and we'll change the spikes while you shop or practice. No extra charge and service with a smile (no matter how worn out your current spikes!)

Not sure if you need new spikes? Here's how to check:

1.	Wear indicator on bottom is gone
2.	You slip on everything
3.	No one gives you a hard time for wearing spikes in the clubhouse because they can no longer see your spikes
4.	No grass on your shoes at the end of a round because there's nothing to catch on
5.	You can't remember when you did it last, so it must be time

MARCH RANGE CARD
HAPPY HOURS

When you use your range card directly at the ball machines during these times in March, you'll SAVE UP TO AN ADDITIONAL 30% OFF EVERY BUCKET:

$4 OFF EVERY JUMBO BUCKET:
(pay only $10 for 153 balls)
EVERY Wednesday 6 to 8pm
EVERY Friday 8 to 11am

$3 OFF EVERY LARGE BUCKET:
(pay only $7 for 102 balls)
EVERY Tuesday 10am to Noon
EVERY Sunday 5 to 8pm

Recharge your card value in the pro shop so it's ready to go when you are!

More info about how you can SAVE BIG with range member cards and package levels.

QUICK LESSON TIP:
Determine Each Club's Distance for Lower Scores

Did you know that most amateurs spend more than 60% of their shots within 100 yards?

The key to lowering your scores is spending 60% of your time at the range on short-shot techniques.

Try this: Go through all your clubs from your most lofted (lob wedge or sand wedge) to your less lofted short clubs (8 or 9 iron). Practice taking different length backswings while always accelerating at the ball to find the distance for all your short iron clubs.

Once you know how far the ball carries (flies in the air) compared to how much it rolls when it hits the ground, you will be able to conquer any short shot with confidence.

Personally, I take a piece of tape and write on the back of my all my clubs from lob wedge to 9 iron on how the ball will react to a half swing including carry and roll.

For example, my pitching wedge with a 50% accelerating swing will carry 60 yards and roll 10 more. So I write 60/10 on the back of the shaft.

Try this approach to all your short shots, practice them at the range to develop consistency and you will see dramatic results in your scoring.

Paul Weber is a PGA Apprentice teaching professional who has taught over 3,000 lessons. He teaches beginner and junior classes as well as private lessons. He is conducting a "scoring irons" clinic this week. More info about Paul and how to book a lesson.