As someone who has lost or misplaced more rangefinders than I can count, I’ve learned that an extra one always comes in handy. So when I recently stumbled upon the Bushnell Tour V7 Shift — a generous gift from my friends on the GOLF gear team — I was psyched to put it in play.
I won’t bore you with too many details — there are a million rangefinders out there that provide somewhat-accurate distances to flags — but the Tour V7 Shift did have some qualities I loved.
The display is sleek and easy to read and it uses a “slope-first technology,” which takes out the guessing and prominently displays the yardage you actually need to care about. Playing with the slope enabled is extremely handy for recreational players. And even though the USGA says you technically shouldn’t use the slope for scores you enter for a handicap, it’s a great tool for weekend golfers and those who don’t take their rounds too seriously. (There is even a feature that can offer you club recommendations, which I didn’t use but you can certainly try.)
Other minor details I love: the battery life, magnification and the ease in which you can lock on to a target. If you want to splurge on a rangefinder, this one comes highly recommended.
Bushnell Tour V7 Shift Rangefinder
The new Tour V7 Shift features Bushnell Golf’s all-new Slope First Technology, a new state-of-the-art OLED display, and Link Enabled MyBag play as distances and club recommendations. Bushnell’s Slope Technology has led on Tour for decades, and with Slope First Technology, it now shows your compensated, “play as” distance in Green. Built on our patented Slope technology trusted by 99% of the PGA Tour, you now get the most important number first in the display to have it first in your mind. See (and hit) the Green with Slope First from Bushnell Golf. List of Tour V7 Shift Features: NEW Dual Color OLED Display with Slope First NEW Yardage Range Recall NEW Link Enabled MyBag Play As Distances and Club Recommendations Patented, Tour-Trusted Slope Technology Slope-Switch Technology PinSeeker with Visual JOLT Technology Integrated BITE Magnetic Cart Mount Ranges 500+ Yards to a Flag 6X Magnification Weather Resistant Design (iPX6) Bright, Clear Optics Premium Carry Case & CR2 Battery Included
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And if you are in the market for a rangefinder but not willing to spend $400, there are other good options you should consider as well. Another I have tried and liked was the Blue Tees Series 2 Pro+, which is currently more than 40 percent off and on sale for $130. You can check out that option below, and to browse more rangefinders, click here.
Series 2 Pro+ Rangefinder, Navy – Blue Tees Golf
Blue Tees Series 2 Pro+ Rangefinder Play Different S2 Pro+ is the most advanced rangefinder in the Series 2 family. Featuring our next generation slope switch technology, enhanced flag-lock, and HD display, the S2 Pro+ is equipped to help you through a casual round or a club championship. HD DISPLAY. CLEARER. Change the way you see the course. S2 Pro+ is equipped with next gen adjustable Optic Focus System and HD Clear Display, allowing you to see up to 800 yards without sacrificing visual detail. NOW WITH SLOPE SWITCH. The Series 2 Pro+ features our most advanced slope switch technology to accurately adjust your distance while taking hill & downhill into account for better club selection. The slope function can be easily turned off for tournament play. BUILT 4 ALL CONDITIONS. Series 2 Pro+ Features is built to withstand rain and dew so you can play in all weather conditions. Warranty Two Year Limited Warranty – Your Blue Tees Golf® laser range finder is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for two years after the date of purchase. In the event of a defect under this warranty, we will, at our option, repair or replace the product, provided that you return the product postage prepaid. This warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse, improper handling, installation, or maintenance provided by someone other than a Blue Tees Golf® Authorized Service Department.
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