# Gyroscopic Golf Clubs The SKLZ ‘Gyro Swing' Keeps You in Line By Alex Covert | Published 2008-12-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-perfect-golf-swing-sklz-gyro-swing References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2008/12/12/gyro-swing-lets-you-feel-the-perfect-golf-swing/) & [sklzstore](http://www.sklzstore.com/store/product_info.php?cPath=27&products_id=167) A gyroscope is a device for maintaining orientation. They are used in missiles, compasses, airplanes, satellites, space shuttles and boats. You can now add golf clubs to the list. The Gyro Swing from [SKLZ](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sklz) is a golf club that incorporates a 20,000 RPM gyroscope, literally keeping your swing in a perfect line. **Implications** - Golf's popularity has exploded in recent years, but not every golfer is ready to enlist the services of a professional trainer. Golf gadgets and accessories that help players [work on their swings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golf-quartz) are not new to the market, but product designers are increasingly integrating futuristic features such as gyroscopes into these devices to win over a more tech-savvy market. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Golf Swing Training Gadgets:** Integrating futuristic features like gyroscopes into golf swing training gadgets to appeal to a more tech-savvy market. - **Sports Technology:** Incorporating advanced technology like gyroscopes into sports equipment to enhance performance and training. - **Personalized Sports Accessories:** Creating personalized sports accessories, like golf clubs with gyroscopes, to cater to individual training needs and preferences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Sports Equipment:** Introducing gyroscopic technology into sports equipment like golf clubs to improve performance and accuracy. - **Fitness and Recreation:** Developing innovative gadgets and accessories, like gyroscopic golf clubs, to enhance fitness and recreational activities. - **Consumer Electronics:** Incorporating advanced technologies like gyroscopes into consumer electronics products for sports and fitness enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adjustable High-End Golf Clubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x-gen5.md) - [Virtual Golf Training Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-approach-r10.md) - [Mesmerizing Gyroscopic Desk Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gyro-spin-spectre.md) - [Connected Golfer Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ar-golf-glasses-concept.md) - [Luxe Golf-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/byrne-gyro-dial-golf.md) - [Lightweight Golf Equipment Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/newton-golf.md) - [Japanese-Inspired Golf Club Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golf-club-line.md) - [Doppler-Based Golfer Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-tees-rainmaker-launch-monitor.md) - [Connected Golf Tracking Tags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-approach-ct1-superstroke-edition.md)