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Sep 29
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How Clean Out Kits Simplify Golf Shop Demo & Excess Inventory

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by Noah Stillman  ·  September 29th, 2026 

Excess inventory has been a headache for golf shops for years.

Sorting and entering it takes time. It pulls your staff away from members and customers. And in the middle of a busy season, it’s one more thing on an already long to-do list.

So how do we make it easier?

We started by asking facilities what they actually need from an excess inventory solution. The answers were simple:

  • Save us time.
  • Make it easy to get started.
  • Support us throughout the process.
  • Let us send in more than just golf clubs.
  • Help us get the most value out of what we already have.

That feedback shaped an all-in-one solution that takes the work off your team, clears space in the shop, and maximizes the return on inventory you no longer need.

The Solution: Clean Out Kits

Clean Out Kits are built around one idea: you shouldn’t have to spend hours sorting, entering, and managing excess inventory to get value from it.

Why Clean Out Kits?

Less Time Behind the Computer. More Time With Your Members.
Your team’s time is better spent running fittings, managing the shop, and taking care of members. Instead of entering item after item, send us the inventory and we’ll handle the sorting and quoting.

Support From Start to Finish
Your dedicated account manager is with you from the first form to the final payment, so you always have someone to call with questions.

One Solution for More of Your Shop
Clean Out Kits go beyond demo clubs. Eligible items include:

  • Demo and excess golf clubs
  • Shafts
  • Headcovers
  • Lost and found items
  • Other eligible golf equipment

Real Value for What’s Sitting in the Back Room
Every item is quoted using Golf Stix Value Guide pricing, the industry’s trusted standard, so you get fair, accurate value for inventory that would otherwise collect dust.

Clean Out the Shop Without Adding to Your To-Do List

  • You box it up.
  • We handle the heavy lifting.
  • Your facility gets the value.
Start Here With Your Clean Out Kit

Sep 15
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Why Top Facilities Trust Golf Stix Value Guide With Their Excess Inventory

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Facility-Focused, Inventory-Ready.

by Noah Stillman · September 15th, 2026

Crooked Stick Golf Club sends us their excess inventory. So does Southern Hills Country Club. These are operations with high standards and no spare hours in the day.

“Golf Stix Value Guide has been a great partner for us at Crooked Stick. The ease of using their service and quick turnaround for payment makes it efficient for our staff and convenient for our membership.”

Tony Pancake, Director of Golf, Crooked Stick Golf Club, Carmel, IN

Ease of use and speed of payment. That’s the whole program in one sentence, and it’s what Cary Cozby’s team at Southern Hills and facilities across the country keep coming back for. Here’s what it looks like for your shop.

Built From Feedback, Not From a Template

Our programs came out of conversations with golf professionals across the country, private clubs, daily fee courses, resorts, and multi-course operations. Every one of them handles inventory a little differently.

That’s why we don’t run a single intake process. We built four, and you pick the one that fits your operation.

Clean Out Kits: Box It Up and Ship It Free

Whether it’s a handful of clubs buried in the lost and found or a full season of demo and fitting inventory, Clean Out Kits are the lowest-effort option we offer.

Box up the clubs. We send prepaid shipping labels. Once the shipment arrives, our team handles sorting, valuation, and quote prep, and payment goes out within 48 hours of your approval. Your only job is deciding what goes in the box.

Quick Sell Technology: Skip the Guide, Sell the Clubs

One piece of feedback kept coming back to us from golf professionals:

“Why do I need to search through an entire value guide when I’m only looking for a few specific items?”

Fair question. So we built Quick Sell Technology.

Instead of working through a full guide, you identify the specific items you want to move on a streamlined platform built for exactly that. Less time at the computer, more time on the floor with members and guests.

The Golf Stix Value Guide: Instant Values, Anytime

For facilities that want values on demand, the Golf Stix Value Guide gives you instant pricing on thousands of club and equipment models.

Sizing up a trade-in at the counter, pricing out aging fitting stock, or planning a year-end clear-out — the numbers are there when you need them, no phone call required.

Want a Number Before You Ship?

You don’t have to send anything to find out what it’s worth.

Submit a quote form and you’ll have a detailed quote back within 24 hours.

Already keep an inventory spreadsheet? Send it over as-is. There’s no reason for you to re-key data you’ve already entered, our team will build the quote from your sheet and send it back for review.

Either way, you see the offer before you commit to anything.

What Keeps Facilities Coming Back

Industry-Leading Value

We want to be the highest number you get, and we back that up with a Price Match Guarantee. If you’re shopping the inventory around, shop it, we’d rather earn it than assume it.

A Team That Answers

You get a dedicated account manager who knows your operation, picks up the phone, and follows through. No ticket queues, no hold music, no starting over with a new rep every time. Relationships still matter in this business, and we staff like they do.

Payment in 48 Hours

Two or three weeks waiting on a check creates real problems during peak season and at year-end close. We issue payment within 48 hours of quote approval, with multiple payout options, including eCheck, which puts a secure check in your inbox with no added fees.

Ready to See What Your Inventory Is Worth?

Nov 11
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The Future of Trade-In Programs 

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Trends to Watch 

by Greg Lotzer on November 11th

As the golf industry continues to evolve, trade-in programs are becoming a strategic tool, not just for retailers and e-commerce platforms, but for Golf Professionals managing pro shops at private clubs, resorts, and public facilities. The trade-in experience is rapidly advancing, and staying ahead of these trends can give your shop a competitive edge. 

1. AI-Driven Pricing 

Advanced algorithms are improving the accuracy and fairness of trade-in valuations. This technology considers real-time market trends, seasonality, and historical pricing data to deliver instant quotes here. 

Golf Stix Value Guide already leverages dynamic pricing models to ensure you’re offering competitive values that keep your members engaged, while also maintaining strong margins for your shop. 

2. Subscription-Based Models & Loyalty Integration 

Some OEMs and retailers are exploring trade-in subscription services, giving golfers regular access to new clubs. While this trend is still emerging, it signals a shift toward more frequent upgrades and stronger brand loyalty. 

Golf Stix Value Guide helps you tap into this mindset by offering seamless trade cycles that encourage repeat visits, which you can learn more about here. You become the trusted resource for members looking to stay current with their equipment. 

3. Deeper OEM Integrations 

Expect OEMs to take a more active role in shaping and co-promoting trade-in programs. From offering factory-backed trade-in bonuses to embedding trade-in calls-to-action into digital fittings and product launches, OEMs will see trade-in as a core component of their customer lifecycle strategy. 

4. Sustainability as a Selling Point 

Consumers, especially younger ones, are placing more value on sustainability. Trade-in programs extend the life of golf clubs and reduce waste, making them an attractive option for eco-conscious golfers. 

Golf Stix Value Guide plays a direct role in this by facilitating the resale, reuse, and recycling of used equipment. By promoting your trade-in program as a green initiative, you enhance your shop’s appeal and reputation. 

5. Mobile App Expansion & On-the-Go Trade 

As convenience becomes king, trade-in platforms are becoming more mobile-friendly and fully integrated with POS systems and digital platforms. 

Golf Stix Value Guide is ahead of the curve here, too, with mobile-ready tools, branded landing pages, and integration-ready options that fit into your shop’s existing workflows without disruption. 

Where Golf Stix Value Guide Comes In 

As the trade-in space evolves, Golf Stix Value Guide remains your partner in adapting to change. Whether you’re looking to modernize your program, provide a better member experience, or capture more value from used equipment, our platform is built to support your success. 

We make it simple: 

  • Seamless online valuation tools 
  • Quickest payments in the industry – typically just 3-5 business days 
  • Fast shipping and fulfillment 
  • Transparent reporting and payouts 
  • Marketing assets to promote your program 
  • Trade App branded to your program is complimentary from Golf Stix Value Guide 

The future of trade-in programs is here, and with Golf Stix Value Guide, your shop is ready for it. 

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Oct 28
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The Evolution of Golf Club Trade-Ins

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What It Means for Today’s Golf Professional

by Greg Lotzer on October 28th
Golf club trade-ins have come a long way. What started as informal exchanges in pro shops has evolved into a data-driven, tech-enabled channel that now drives real value, both for golfers and the professionals who serve them. Understanding how trade-ins have changed, and where they’re headed, can help Golf Professionals unlock new revenue and deepen engagement with their members.

The Early Days: Manual and Limited
Historically, golf club trade-ins were handled informally at the shop level. Professionals would make judgment calls on value, often without a centralized pricing guide or resale strategy. The process was time-consuming, subjective, and not easily scalable. Trade-in credit was inconsistent, and clubs often sat idle without a clear resale outlet. As a result, many shops avoided trade-ins altogether.

Today: A Streamlined, Trusted Revenue Stream
Today’s trade-in process is faster, more transparent, and fully integrated. With platforms like Golf Stix Value Guide, Golf Professionals can offer real-time valuations backed by up-to-date market data. The process is no longer a guess — it’s a turnkey service.

Golf Stix Value Guide simplifies every step:

  • Instant valuations via our online tool here.
  • Competitive pricing based on real-time resale data
  • Shipping, logistics, and payment are handled for you
  • Co-branded signage, marketing materials, and a trade app to promote your program

All of this helps Pros run smarter shops while giving their members an easy path to upgrade.

Today, trade-in programs are deeply integrated into the golf retail ecosystem. Golf Stix Value Guide offers robust trade-in solutions with mobile tools, in-shop integrations, and customized Trade Apps that are branded to the Pro and the facility they represent.

Trade-in events, such as Golf Stix Value Guide’s”‘Member Drop & Trade Weeks” make it easier than ever for professionals to offer trade-in value as part of the fitting experience. The result? Increased engagement, higher member satisfaction, and stronger brand alignment.

Tomorrow: Smarter Tech, Bigger Opportunities
Looking ahead, the trade-in experience will get even more personalized and intelligent. We’re already seeing movement toward AI-powered pricing, mobile-first experiences, and predictive tools that can tell a golfer the best time to trade based on condition and market demand, strategies which you can learn more about here.

Golf Stix Value Guide is building for this future, giving Golf Professionals access to the same level of innovation that national retailers enjoy. As trade-in demand continues to rise, shops that embrace these tools will be positioned to serve more golfers, drive more revenue, and stay ahead of the curve.

  • AI-Powered Valuation: Expect automated tools to get smarter, using real-time demand, condition grading, and historical data to produce pinpoint pricing instantly.
  • Mobile-First and In-App Trade-In Options: Expect to see more frictionless, app-based submission experiences, especially appealing to the next generation of golfers.
  • Sustainability Integration: More programs will link trade-ins to green initiatives, helping golfers feel good about extending the lifecycle of their equipment. How can you get started, learn more here.

Where Golf Stix Value Guide Comes In:
We’re not just powering trade-in values — we’re your partner in the evolution of the golf shop. Our platform equips Golf Professionals with the tools, support, and insights needed to run a modern, member-focused trade-in program. Whether you’re managing one transaction or 100, we help you deliver a premium experience that your members will come back for.

The takeaway? The trade-in process isn’t just evolving — it’s becoming a core part of the golf retail experience. With Golf Stix Value Guide, your shop is ready to lead that change.

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Oct 07
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Leverage Your Trade Technology

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Optimize the Trade-In Process

by Greg Lotzer on October 7th

In today’s golf retail landscape, technology isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s essential. From managing inventory to providing real-time equipment valuations, Golf Professionals who embrace digital solutions can streamline operations and elevate the member experience. Trade-in programs are no exception.

Technology can dramatically improve the trade-in process, making it faster, more accurate, and more engaging — and Golf Stix Value Guide is here to help you lead the way.

Key Technologies That Are Redefining Trade-Ins

1. Real-Time Club Valuations

Manual pricing is inefficient and inconsistent. With Golf Stix Value Guide’s digital valuation platform, Golf Professionals gain access to real-time, market-based pricing for thousands of club makes and models. This ensures every member gets a fair and transparent value instantly (view a example here), which builds trust and speeds up decision-making.

A mobile-optimized experience reduces friction in the trade-in process. The ability to engage with a trade-in tool quickly is a game-changer for participation.

2. Automated Pricing Engines & Dynamic Valuations

Accurate, up-to-date pricing is crucial for maintaining credibility with members and protecting margins. Automated pricing tools ensure consistency and efficiency by:

  • Pulling real-time data from recent sales, inventory levels, and market demand
  • Adjusting trade-in values automatically based on trends and club condition
  • Enabling shops to stay competitive in the marketplace

These systems help eliminate human error, speed up the quoting process, and ensure fair and profitable valuations.

Gone are the days of tracking trade-ins on paper or spreadsheets. Learn more about our processes here. Our digital trade submission tools allow you to look up values, submit, and process trades with minimal friction. Whether you’re accepting a single club or a full bag, our system simplifies the entire workflow so you can focus on serving your members, not managing logistics.

3. Customizable Tools for Your Shop

Whether you’re at a private country club or a busy daily-fee facility, Golf Stix Value Guide gives you flexible tools to tailor the trade-in process to your environment. From branded materials and signage to online trade-in forms and drop-off kits, we make it easy to integrate a professional-grade trade-in experience into your existing setup. Learn more about shop Trade In programs here.

4. Data-Driven Insights

Our technology doesn’t just process trades — it delivers insights. You can monitor trends, identify which brands are being traded most often, and use that data to influence future buying decisions. This helps you manage your inventory more effectively while staying in tune with your members’ preferences.

With these insights, shops can refine marketing strategies, adjust pricing, and optimize staffing during peak periods like spring trade weeks or product launches.

This level of visibility helps to make faster, smarter decisions that keep trade-in programs agile and effective.

5. Mobile and On-the-Go Functionality

Today’s Pro Shops are dynamic environments, and trade-ins don’t always happen at the counter. With mobile-friendly access, Golf Stix Value Guide’s platform allows you to quote and process trades during fittings, lessons, demo days, and even out on the range, providing flexibility and efficiency wherever your interactions happen.

How Tech Improves the Customer Experience

Trade-ins can be an emotional decision for golfers, especially those parting with a trusted club. When technology makes the process smooth, transparent, and convenient, it builds trust. Here’s how:

  • Instant quotes build confidence. No waiting or wondering.
  • Clear condition guidelines reduce disputes. Everyone is on the same page.
  • Automated updates keep customers informed. From submission to processing to payout.
  • Digital receipts and credit tracking simplify future purchases.

A seamless, tech-powered experience ensures that customers leave feeling satisfied, not shortchanged.

Future Technologies to Watch

The trade-in landscape continues to evolve with emerging technologies on the horizon. Forward-thinking shops should keep an eye on:

  • AI-driven product recommendations based on a golfer’s game or past trades
  • Blockchain authentication for club condition and legitimacy
  • Chat-based trade-in assistants that guide customers in real time
  • AR/VR club comparison tools for remote fitting and product visualization

As these innovations become more accessible, they will further remove friction from the trade-in process and unlock new levels of personalization and convenience.

Final Thoughts

Golfers expect convenience, speed, and professionalism — and technology is the bridge that delivers all three. With Golf Stix Value Guide, Golf Professionals can implement a high-tech, low-effort trade-in experience that elevates the shop’s reputation and drives repeat business.

Golfers have come to expect seamless, on-demand digital experiences in every aspect of their lives, including equipment trade-ins. By prioritizing tech innovation, shops can build trade-in programs that not only meet expectations but exceed them with efficiency, transparency, and trust.

Trade-in technology is no longer optional,  it’s a competitive advantage. Let Golf Stix Value Guide help you use it to its full potential.

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Sep 23
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How to Market Your Trade-In Program

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For Maximum Impact

by Greg Lotzer on September 23

A well-run trade-in program has real potential to drive traffic, grow revenue, and increase engagement at your shop. But even the best trade-in offering won’t succeed if golfers don’t know about it. For Golf Professionals, the key to unlocking this value lies in smart, consistent marketing, and that’s exactly where Golf Stix Value Guide can help.

1. Use Seasonal Campaigns to Create Urgency

Anchor trade-in promotions around golf’s biggest moments like Masters Week, U.S. Open, or your club’s demo days. Golf Stix Value Guide supports these efforts by providing co-branded campaign templates, promotional support during high-traffic windows, Customized Trade Apps, and our Trade Week Program, helping you quickly build awareness with your membership.

2. Leverage In-Shop Signage and Talking Points

Sometimes the best marketing tool is a simple conversation. Golf Stix Value Guide offers printed signage, quick-reference pricing tools, and trade-in FAQs you can display at the counter or in your fitting area. When a member inquires about new clubs, you’ll be ready to present trade-ins as an immediate way to lower the out-of-pocket cost. Learn more here.

3. Tap Into Email & Digital Channels

Use your club’s email lists or tee time booking platform to send brief reminders or value-based messages like, “Turn your old clubs into shop credit today,” or “Next week is Trade Week to get your shop credit ready for the season.” Golf Stix Value Guide supplies you with ready-to-send email templates and digital assets to keep your messaging simple, consistent, and professional.

4. Work with Fitters and Sales Reps

Coordinate with OEM reps during fitting days or equipment launches to highlight trade-in offers. Golf Stix Value Guide can provide pre-event support, like marketing language, co-branded signage, or estimated trade values, so your team is aligned and ready to showcase the benefit of trading in.

5. Highlight the Convenience and Value

Your golfers are busy. Make sure your marketing emphasizes how easy and worthwhile the trade-in process is. With Golf Stix Value Guide handling the backend, from quoting to logistics to payment, you can assure your members it’s a seamless, trusted program backed by industry experts.

7. Website & Landing Page Integration

Ensure your website prominently features your trade-in program, ideally with a dedicated landing page that explains the process and allows golfers to start their valuation. Easy navigation and mobile optimization are key to capturing online trade interest.  If you haven’t talked to Golf Stix Value Guide about getting your complimentary Trade App branded to your facility yet, please reach out to discuss with our team. View one of our partner integrations here.

Where Golf Stix Value Guide Fits In:

We’re not just providing pricing: we’re helping you run a credible, consistent, and marketable trade-in program. From branded materials to trade-in kits to backend logistics, Golf Stix Value Guide acts as your marketing partner. We help you keep your shop top-of-mind when your members are ready to upgrade their gear.

Bottom line: Golf Pros who market their trade-in programs proactively see higher participation and more sales. With Golf Stix Value Guide, you don’t have to do it alone.

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Aug 26
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OEM Partnerships

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How They Can Strengthen Trade-In Programs

The Benefits of OEM Partnerships in Trade-In Programs

by Greg Lotzer on August 26th

For Golf Professionals managing a Pro Shop, trade-in programs are a practical and profitable way to help members upgrade their gear while driving revenue. When those programs are supported by your OEM partners and backed by Golf Stix Value Guide, the result is a seamless, efficient process that adds value for your members and your shop.

1. Boost Member Value with OEM-Supported Trade Promotions

Top brands like PING, Titleist, TaylorMade, Mizuno, and Callaway regularly support trade-in promotions to encourage upgrades and member engagement. Through Golf Stix Value Guide’s OEM-backed platform, you’ll have access to these seasonal offers, ensuring your members get enhanced value for their trade-ins and an easy path to the latest gear.

2. Golf Stix Value Guide Handles the Heavy Lifting

Golf Stix Value Guide takes the complexity out of managing a trade-in program. From providing real-time, brand-supported trade values to supplying all necessary shipping materials, we simplify every step. That means less time managing logistics and more time focusing on fitting, sales, and service.

3. Grow Revenue Without Holding Used Inventory

Golf Stix Value Guide eliminates the need for you to take in, price, and resell used clubs. We handle the back-end process so you can turn trades into immediate credit toward new products, increasing sales without increasing your shop’s inventory risk.

4. Strengthen Your Relationship with OEM Partners

Many of our trade-in programs are designed in close collaboration with your OEM reps. This alignment ensures your promotions reflect the latest brand strategies, opening the door for more co-branded initiatives like fitting days, staff incentives, or limited-time bonus offers.

5. Deliver a Premium Member Experience

Today’s golfer expects a smooth, tech-forward experience. By offering trade-in services through Golf Stix Value Guide, you’re delivering a professional, consistent, and efficient process that reflects positively on your shop and club. Our digital tools, quick turnaround, and fair pricing build trust and keep your members coming back.

Partnering with OEMs Is Smart — Doing It Through Golf Stix Value Guide Is Smarter

As the 2025 season ramps up, make sure your trade-in program is ready. With Golf Stix Value Guide as your partner, you’ll gain access to industry-best support, technology, and brand-backed incentives, all designed to make trade-ins a seamless, revenue-driving part of your business.

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Jun 14
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Summer 2023 Newsletter

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Golf Stix Value Guide is the industry leader when it comes to excess inventory & member trade-ins. From golf clubs, to apparel, to golf accessories, Golf Stix is commied to serving you in a variety of ways. Our commitment to you as a trusted partner is to provide the best customer service, the highest corporate values, and the latest cutting-edge technology to create the best trade-in experience in the industry. We look forward to helping our partners leverage our trade-in services like never before.

Golf Stix Value Guide currently works with over 2,000 Golf Professionals, Country Clubs, Fitters & Golf Stores across the United States. We offer a user-friendly way to help you trade in your customer’s golf clubs and your excess golf shop merchandise all at once. Golf Stix extends a bid price on everything you are looking to sell, and allows you to have your old merchandise out the door to make way for new product.

Ways to Sell:

On Golfstixvalueguide.com

  • Check values on over 8,000 items from anywhere
  • Send in product with prepaid shipping labels & get paid within delivery

Fill out a quote form and email them in for a bid

  • Fill out a quote form and email back to a GSV Account Manager
  • Receive a bid from Golf Stix, send in product with prepaid shipping labels & get paid within days of delivery

Clean Out Kit (Valet Service)

  • Box up your product and let me many shipping labels you need
  • Send in your product and receive an itemized bid, payment made instantly upon approval

What we purchase:

  • New, Used & Demo Golf Clubs
  • Men’s, Women’s Apparel (Even Logo’d)
  • Shoes, Hats, Balls, Bags & Gloves
  • GPS Units & Rangefinders
  • Head Covers (New or Used)

Brand Ambassadors

Cary CozbyCARY COZBY
Director of Golf
Southern Hills Country Club
Tulsa, OK

“I would recommend Golf Stix excess inventory & trade-in services to any other fellow Golf Professional. It’s a great service that is extremely easy to use. The payment is always speedy and reliable as well.”

Golf Stix Value Guide is happy to partner with over 40 Brand Ambassadors from around the country, covering all the PGA sections. Check out GolfStixValueGuide.com to see which of our Brand Ambassadors is in your section!

Services

Member Trade-Ins
Our Goal is to provide you with a seamless experience when offering your membership a trade-in program. Offer your members the ability to bring in unused clubs to be turned into shop credit, we will process the trade-in and send you a check on the backend. You can trust Golf Stix always has the highest everyday trade pricing. Giving members the highest values for their trade-ins means giving you additional shop revenue when they spend their credit with you.

Have a question on a club, trade value or service? The founding principle of Golf Stix is top notch customer service. With your personal account representative, we strive to help you every step of the way.

Excess Inventory Service
If you often find yourself stuck carrying over too much golf shop inventory into following years, you are not alone. Just as a great caddy saves you strokes on the course, Golf Stix will save you time and money by guiding you through the selling process.

We buy both hard goods and soft goods, with or without logos. Our process is fast and easy. We send out your payment within 5-7 business days of receiving your trade in at our facility.

DONATION INFORMATION

Helping the game grow through charitable organizations is important to Golf Stix and we have helped raise over $100,000 in donations for our various charitable partners. We run the national donation programs for top charitable organizations such as First Tee, Youth on Course, Tee It Up For The Troops, & more! Reach out to [email protected] if you are interested in starting a donation program at your club!

RENTAL SET INFORMATION

Need additional rental sets for an upcoming event? We got ‘em! We have 50+ brand new sets for 2023, featuring various brands, flexes, & dexterities. Sets can be shipped across country and be delivered in advance of your event. Reserve your sets today by contacting Cam Root at [email protected] .

Read or download the newsletter as a PDF.

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