Buy it now at Amazon!
Description:
SkyCaddie SG2.5 : The SkyCaddie SG2.5 is for golfers who want advanced capability in a sleek, ultra-light design. In addition to getting distances to bunkers and other hazards on the course, the SG2.5 is equipped with the patented IntelliGreen technology, enabling golfers to measure the full depth and shape of the green from any angle of approach, both on or off the fairway. At only 3.8 ounces, it is the lightest and most compact rangefinder on the market. Features: Patented IntelliGreen technology Advanced GPS technology designed for golf Easy to use, one-handed operation Powered by a lithium rechargeable battery Compact, durable and lightweight Easy to use, one-handed operation Powered by a lithium rechargeable battery Brilliant, outdoor-readable display with automatic backlight Rugged, water-resistant case Drop-in lithium-rechargeable battery User-selectable display themes Patented Intelligreen technology Water resistance for play in all weather conditions What's included: SkyCaddie programmable GPS rangefinder USB Cable for connectivity with your PC Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery (up to 14 hours) AC Battery Charger heavy-duty belt clip User Guide SkyCaddie Desktop Installation CD Quick Start Guide SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Personal Computer with Windows: PC with MS
Good Product...Horrific Customer Service
Rating: 2 out of 5
Weight: 5.8 out of 10
Created: May 5, 2008
Thanks for your feedback
I like the SkyCaddy SG2.5 GPS rangefinder. I only play a couple of different courses and they are already mapped in the database. I like knowing the prescise yardage to the pin and this is made possible by having the ability to use the cusrsor keys to move the location of the flag placement on the iGreen display.
br /
br /As much as I like the product, I absolutely abhor, hate, loathe and generally dislike the customer service of SkyGolf. I dropped my unit and broke the LCD display. My fault, ok! So let's get it repaired. Call SkyCaddy and get told by the automated attendant that the wait time is on the order of 65 minutes...whoa!! So jump on line and get their on-line customer service chat thing going, and am told that they can't give me an RMA because I need to call in and talk to a person...uh, excuse me, aren't you a person on the other end of the keyboard??
br /
br /To date, I still don't have my repaired unit back in my hands.
br /
br /Bottom line is: Good product, lousy customer service. If I was going to spend my money again knowing what I know now, I would go with the laser range-finder.
Great Product, but doesn't work with Vista
Rating: 4 out of 5
Weight: 5.3 out of 10
Created: Apr 24, 2008
Thanks for your feedback
I already own a Pinseeker -- that decision being based on the horror stories I've read about SkyGolf's customer service, and about using their website. I ran into one of their guys who was mapping a course,and he assured me that many of those issues had been resolved, and that he was in San Diego to upgrade all the courses to 4 stars -- even the exec par-3s. So I gave it a shot. It didn't work out of the box. The unit wouldn't interface with Windows Vista. I switched to Windows XP and setup/download worked flawlessy. I've only used it for four or five rounds so far, and even dropped it once. It's well built, compact, and operation is reliable -- at least as reliable as one can expect from a GPS-based range finder. The Pinseeker is inherently more accurate, but I do find the gps front/back yardage more useful. It's also much more convenient than the Pinseeker. Whereas with the Pinseeker I'd sometimes avoid usage for speed of play, I just have to glance at the SkyCadie on my bag and always have that extra piece of info. I gave it only 4 stars due to the Windows Vista interface issues, otherwise highly recommend it.
Bill's Review
Rating: 5 out of 5
Weight: 3.8 out of 10
Created: Jul 2, 2008
Thanks for your feedback
Have used the Sky Caddie for several weeks and find it really a helpful gadget. If you stay in the fairway, and distace markers are visble, it still helps by avoiding the pacing and estimating normally done. And if you're off the fairway, as we often are, it's invaluable. A great item!
A Must For Serious Golfers
Rating: 5 out of 5
Weight: 3.6 out of 10
Created: May 30, 2008
Thanks for your feedback
After getting the SkyCaddie SG2.5, dropped at least two strokes off my score. It makes a world of difference knowing your distances vs. just guessing. I can now make a confident swing know that I've selected the correct club for that distance!
SkyCaddie 2.5
Rating: 2 out of 5
Weight: 3.6 out of 10
Created: May 20, 2008
Thanks for your feedback
Pros: Size, ease of use, shape of green, re-position cursor for distances, automatically changes holes, accuracy of GPS data
br /
br /Cons: Difficulty picking up satellites, annual fee, rechargeable battery instead of double A's (SG3 would be better pick)
br /
br /Skycaddie 2.5 worked fine first day. Next two days, would not lock on satellites and display data. No change to weather or location; perhaps unit was defective - returned for a refund. Customer service was good and refund was relatively prompt.
I love this product
Rating: 5 out of 5
Weight: 3.4 out of 10
Created: Oct 5, 2008
Thanks for your feedback
I bought the SkyCaddie 2.5 after a lot of research and reviews. Spoke with SkyGolf sales and was told the SG3 and SG4 were being discontinued. The 2.5 and SG5 were the replacements because of software problems in the past. I purchased locally and went online and subscribed to the nationwide option because I live in Washington state and travel frequently. I use Vista and had no problems at all getting started. I change my downloaded courses often and have had no issues.
br /Playing with the 2.5 has been great. I am dialing in the yardage with each club very accurately using the mark function. On the occasional wrong fairway drive, :) I used the 2.5 to not only get me the yardage, but I quickly got out of the way of the golfers playing the correct fairway. One hole in particular, I was 1 1/2 fairways to the right (it was really windy...LOL) skycaddie said I was 159 to the front(from where I was) 169 to the center, pulled my 7 iron and put it within 3 ft. Definitely has reduced my score, am getting more one-putts for birdies, and is a big hit with anyone I play with. I turn it on at the golf course while unloading my clubs and it has locked on to sattelites everytime before I finish putting on my golf shoes. I have had no problems that others have had and I love this caddie on my bag.SKYCADDIE / SKY CADDIE SG2.5 GPS RANGEFINDER- FREE SHIP
SkyCaddie SG2.5 is great!
Rating: 4 out of 5
Weight: 3.0 out of 10
Created: Dec 16, 2008
Thanks for your feedback
This product is very handy for any golfer. It was very simple to set up and is very easy to use. The SkyCaddie has taken 3-4 strokes off of the average score for both my husband and I.
SkyCaddie SG2.5 product review
Rating: 4 out of 5
Weight: 3.0 out of 10
Created: Dec 2, 2008
Thanks for your feedback
It does what is advertised. The most confusing part of using the product is finding the distance of your last shot. Battery power is limited to about 2 rounds without a charge.
br / Bob Dell
