How To Pick The Right Rangefinder

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There’s a few things to consider before buying your new rangefinder and the most important are:

Know the distance capabilities
Your own needs and skill level
Know the limitations of each product

A good rangefinder can accurately measure distances up to 1000 to 1500 yards. Keep in mind bigger, brightly colored objects are easier to pin point from farther distances than smaller, darker ones. A flagstick can easily be spotted by a quality rangefinder from 500 yards away, which is more than enough for any golfer.

Next, you need to know what you’ll be using this product for. Some rangefinders are banned from competition because they measure slope (you can turn the slope feature off to use in tournaments in many cases). A tournament approved rangefinder has fewer features and just measures distance. If you’re planning on using this equipment for personal use you can have as many features as you want.

Lastly, know the limitations of a rangefinder. They measure distance by sending a laser out to an object and having it reflect back. These products work best in normal weather and some may have a hard time working in rain or inclement weather. Also, the field of vision can’t be obstructed. You won’t be able to measure a flagstick that’s behind a bunch of trees.

Many people love playing with a rangefinder, though, because it makes life much easier. You know exactly how far targets are and which clubs to use in every situation. With all that in mind, let’s take a look at my top picks for the year.

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