New KM-007 Adds New Shape andMuscle to Miura’s Successful Forged

Putter Line

Vancouver, B.C. -- Miura forged ironshelp players make the great shots thatset up great putts -- and those rollsdeserve Miura putters. With that inmind, the legendary Japanese maker ofthe world’s best forged golf clubs hasadded another stunning design to itscollection of quality forged putters.

The KM-007, fourth in the KM line(for Katsuhiro Miura, the company’sfounder and chief designer) begins asall Miura putters do: with a billet of thefinest quality low-carbon steel. Onceforged into the proper raw shape, theKM-007 mallet is CNC (computer-numeric controlled) milled into an ele-gant mallet shape designed to pleasethe eye of players looking for some heftbehind the ball.

“Mr. Miura was looking at our putters,and felt we needed to take care of mal-let players too,” said Adam Barr, presi-dent of Miura. “He came up with this

design as a way to fit their eye whileoffering a soft, authoritative feel in anon-glare, milled finish. Miura-sanunderstands that putting is very person-al, and that a handsome look is asimportant as a solid feel. He didn’trelease this design until he was sure hehad met both high standards.”

The KM-007 offers a more face-bal-anced option within the Miura KM put-ter line. The KM-350, a heel-shaftedmodel that is relatively short heel-to-toe, appeals to players with more of afan-shaped putting stroke. The KM-005(350g head weight) and KM-006(370g), whose shaft intersection pointis closer to the center of the putter face,are “quarter-hang” models balancedmostly for back-and-through swingers.The 007 will work well for that kind ofstroke too.

The suggested retail price of the KM-007 is US$450.00.

About Miura GolfBesides the new PP-9003, Miura Golf'scurrent product line also includes theCB-501 (Cavity Back Model); Blade(Tournament Blade Model); CB-202(Cavity Back Model); CB-301 (Cavity

Model); Wedges (Wedge Series andBlack Wedge Series, each available insix lofts); Series 1957 By MiuraCustom Grind Wedges; Small Blade

model irons; Blade and Classic putters(two models); Precious Edition Driver,Fairway Wood and Utility Wood.

Miura Golf's corporate office is locatedin Vancouver, British Columbia andMiura Golf clubs are sold at the finest

custom-fitting shops in North America.The Miura brand is marketed exclusive-ly by Miura Golf Inc., in the UnitedStates and North America. More infor-

mation on Miura products can be foundat www.miuragolf.com.

Note: Some of the dates or coursesare subject to change2012 Member Club and TBDGATournaments

SEPTEMBERSeptember 1-3Canadian Tire District AmateurStrathcona Golf CourseChapples Golf CourseWhitewater Golf ClubSeptember 1-2Marathon Club ChampionshipPeninsula Golf CourseSeptember 1-2Geraldton Club ChampionshipKenogamisis Golf CourseSeptember 8

North Shore Two Man Best BallNorth Shore Golf CourseSeptember 9Municipal InvitationalMunicipal Golf CourseSeptember 8-9Emerald Greens Club ChampionshipEmerald Greens Golf CourseSeptember 15District Mid Am QualifyingTBAOCTOBEROctober 6Dragon Hills Open 4 Man ScrambleDragon Hills Golf CourseOctober 7Stokaluk Shoot-OutMunicipal Golf Course

The Thunder Bay District GolfAssociation is a non-profit organiza-tion responsible for coordinating andpromoting golf activities and champi-onship tournaments with memberclubs in the Thunder Bay District.

The TBDGA held is annual meetingon Sunday February 19, 2012. Thenew executive is as follows:

President - Laurence TullochVice-President - Andrew ScavarelliSecretary - Scott AdamsTreasurer - Peter CampnerPast President - Barry CalandMembers at Large:Walter Keating Jr.

Ed AtwillCurtis HildebrandtTony StokalukMatt Taylor

Dustin Wilson remains as theJunior Chairman

Barry Caland has stepped downafter eight years as the President.Laurence Tulloch takes over asPresident after being acclaimed.

The TBDGA 2012 Tournament Calendar

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MIURA INTRODUCES ITS FIRST FORGED &MILLED MALLET PUTTER

It took a two-hole playoff for ThunderBay’s Barry Caland to win the ThunderBay District Amateur, his 13 major ontheir schedule, a new record. Caland beatJoe Scharf in the playoff on the 10th holeat Whitewater on a beautiful summer

evening in September.

“ I have mixed feeling as I have beentrying for that record for a long time andknowing it was the last tournament of mycareer it is a nice way to go out. Earlierthis year I decided this was going to be thelast tournament of my career and wantedto go out with a win. I made this decisionand about a month ago it was set in stone.I will play the Stokaluk Shootout becauseyou get an invite but this will be my lastyear for playing competitive golf,”said anemotional Barry Caland after his win. “ I

am just glad I finished with no regrets. Itwas fun to play a playoff with Joey Scharfmy good friend. It has been 25 years ofcompetitive golf for me and I have beenvery selfish with my parents first and nowwith my wife and son. I had a five-yearplan and this is the end of that as I accom-plished what I wanted to do and can pit myhead on the pillow tonight and be comfort-able with my decision.”

The 13 major wins for Caland on theThunder Bay District Golf Associationschedule breaks the previous record heldby Trevor Jones. “ When in recent years Ihad six seconds in 7 majors that is why myhair is the colour it is. It got frustrating.You put the hours and hours and theexpense to fall one short,”said Caland whohas 7 Strathcona, 2 District Open and 4District Amateur victories. “ I wanted towalk back up 10 to absorb it. To stand hereright now knowing I have the Strathconaand Major records I am pretty proud of it.”

“ I played terrible all day, it was partnerves and too many injuries. You hurteverywhere and that is another reason. Yougrind it out as hard as you possibly can,especially the last few holes. It was toughto do,” said Caland. “ There was a coupleof good par saves coming in where I madethose 5 or 6 footers. Putting the ball on thegreens coming in was good. In the secondplayoff holes that putt was the best putt Ihave hit all year. I thought I made it. Iplayed a lot with Joe and he is one of thebest competitors out there.

Caland has had rough year with elbowand foot problems and knowing all aroundthis was it for him for golf. There willeven be no more recreational golf for the42-year-old Barry Caland. “ I’m done forthe simple reason I know I can still shoot67 or 68 and if I play golf I will end up inthe same vicious circle so I decided it wastime to just go. I’ll find something else todo in the summer like going on a vacationwith my family. We’ve never done that.”said Caland.

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Barry Caland Wins Thunder Bay District Open AndRetires From Golf On Top

BY SCOTT A. SUMNERNW Ontario Golfing News

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This is our last print issue ofNorthwestern Ontario Golfing News this

season. Be sure to visit www.golfingnews.cafor updates and watch for our first issue next

year, May 2013. Scott Sumner

The Canadian GolfHall Of Fame islocated at Glen

Abbey Golf Club inthe Golf Canadabuilding adjacent tothe club house. It is avery interesting dis-play of the history ofCanadian golf and adefinite visit if youare in the Oakvillearea. Next year theRBC Canadian Openwill return to GlenAbbey and theCanadian Golf Hallof Fame display willbe a popular visit thatweek.

It was fun to see theTiger Woods displayof his historic win in2000 with the famousiron shot out of thebunker on Hole 18that was goodenough to help himwin over GrantWaite!

Canadian Golf Hall Of Fame

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Manitouwadge Municipal GolfCourse

The Manitouwadge Municipal Golf Courseis a 9 hole course measuring 3193 yardsfor men's play and 2475 yards for ladies.The course offers a picturesque setting anda combination of undulating and flat fair-ways with small, well positioned greens.

The course is open from May to Octoberand booking of tee times is not necessarythough a call to the clubhouse at 807-826-4265 to check on course condi-tions and tournament play would be rec-ommended.

Course Information9 Holes/Par 36Tees for SeniorsNational Rating: 75Slope rating: 125Putting GreenGolf Cart RentalsGreen Fees under $ 20.00

Municipal ClubhouseOur newly constructed licensed clubhouseoffers lights snacks, club storage lockers,and limited sale of golf merchandise.An excellent view of the entire course canbe seen from our balcony on the secondfloor. This facility is open from May toOctober for the golfers and doubles as ourlocal cross country ski club facility in thewinter months.The clubhouse can be rented for privatetournaments or functions. During the golf-ing season arrangements can be made foryour event by calling (807) 826-4265.

MarathonPeninsula Golf Course

Stanley Thompson, CGA, designedPeninsula Golf Course, a beautiful, public9-hole golf course overlooking LakeSuperior. With a licensed club house, proshop, resident golf pro, rental equipment,and golf carts, you will find everythingyou need for a great day of golfing!

The Golf Course is located on PeninsulaRoad and hours of operation are 7:00 a.m.to dusk, daily. Lounge hours of operationare 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Pro Shop hoursof operation are 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Memberships and Fees

During the season, all items may be pur-chased at the golf course. Call the golfcourse at (807)229-1392 for more informa-tion.

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