Major Locations, Equipment Trends & Putter Science

In Episode 49 of the Golf Asylum podcast, the guys are back in the studio breaking down everything happening on and off the course. They kick things off by shaking off the rust after a long layoff, sharing the chaos of multi-day member-guest tournaments, and finally demystifying what a Calcutta actually is. From there, they dive into the winner’s circle to break down Michael Brennan’s electric finish, his impressive power, and a full look at what’s in his bag. The conversation then shifts to equipment trends as they preview what to expect in 2027 with major brands moving toward multi-year release cycles, along with a look at some stunning Japanese market prototype irons. They also rate the upcoming rotation of major venues—weighing Augusta National, Pebble Beach, and St. Andrews against the debate surrounding PGA Frisco—before diving deep into putter fitting science to explain why face angle and aim trump your stroke path every time. Grab a coffee, settle in, and drop your thoughts in the comments—and don't forget to like and subscribe!