“Next Generation Rangefinders“
The Set-up
Many thanks go out to Blue Tees Golf and Vanessa Price from Read the Greens, Golf Media for giving me the opportunity to test and review this product.
What do you get when you take four friends that love golf, who want a rangefinder, purchase one and then a second, later replacing both because of poor quality? The answer is four friends forming a brand called “Blue Tees Golf”. Their goal is to bring golfers products (golf rangefinders) that are designed, manufactured, built and then sold at a fraction of the price of the competition.
Established in 2015, spurred on by the realization in which they thought that quality golf products were too expensive, the founders of Blue Tees Golf sought out a way to address this issue by providing golfers a cheaper alternative that was still feature-packed rangefinder that performed at a tour-level.
The Series 3 Max Golf Rangefinder with Slope is their latest creation. This is a laser rangefinder that is described as “Next Generation” with features that include…
- Crystal Clear Display
- Auto Ambient Display
- Advanced Flag Lock
- Pulse Vibration
- Slope Switch and more.
The Series 3 MAX rangefinder offers Blue Tees’ most advanced software to date and “ultra-premium materials”, all in a next generation design. Colours available include navy, black, and most recently pink. Retailing at $279.99 USD or $328.99 CAD here’s a comprehensive look at what the golf consumer is getting.
The Transition
Admittedly, I don’t exactly have a wealth of experience using rangefinders. Prior to this testing, I had owned a Bushnell rangefinder a few years ago. That was until it had mysteriously disappeared from my golf cart to visit the restroom while playing golf in Florida. Ever since, the majority of my testing has involved GPS-type units.
So when I received the opportunity to test and review the Series 3 MAX rangefinder, I said yes. When it arrived, I wasted no time putting it to the test. I immediately went to Niagara Golf and Batting Cages and quickly recorded an unboxing video (see below) on what was a windy day. Be forewarned, there is some wind interference in the mic at the time of recording.
With the box now opened, I took time to investigate the product. Firstly, the box itself is well-done in that the branding is up front and centre. However, more importantly it’s how the rangefinder itself is packed and protected. Opening the flap on the box you find a relatively thick piece of foam/rubber protecting the hardware. The packaging nicely cradles the Series 3 MAX keeping it secured during shipping. This is a box that would have excellent rack appeal in any golf retail outlet. It’s a minor thing but, I do like the palm fronds incorporated into the logo effectively giving it a “coastal vibe”. The Series 3 MAX Rangefinder that was sent to me was the Navy Blue finish. The colour is solid with contrasting white and chrome detailing. Aesthetically speaking, the Series 3 MAX looks very much the part of a premium device.
In hand, the rangefinder fits very well. It’s rubbery texture feels good in-hand and in saying that, it also feels secure in-hand especially when it’s either raining or your hands are sweaty during the “dog days of summer”. Firing through the box you will see all of it’s contents. Included inside of the well-protected box are…
- 1 Series 3 MAX Rangefinder
- 1 Wrist Strap
- 1 Waterproof Case
- 1 Carabiner (for clipping to the bag)
- 3 Blue Tees Golf branded CR2 Lithium batteries and
- Paperwork
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