Join me for a captivating conversation with Joe McIntyre, spokesman for the US Golf Manufacturers Anti-Counterfeiting Working Group, as we delve into the shadowy world of counterfeit golf clubs. Discover shocking insights into the magnitude of this issue, with a staggering 2 million fake clubs being sold each year. Learn how the organization, formed in 2004 by leading OEM companies such as Acushnet, Taylormade, Callaway, Cleveland, and more, has been at the forefront of combating this pervasive problem. To date, their relentless efforts have resulted in the confiscation of a mind-blowing 5 million counterfeit clubs. Picture this colossal number by visualizing the clubs lined up head-to-shaft, spanning the distance from Bethpage Black to Pebble Beach and back. Uncover why popular brands like Scotty Cameron and drivers are prime targets for counterfeiters and gain valuable tips from Joe McIntyre on how to spot these fakes. Don't miss this eye-opening episode, as we expose the dark side of the golf industry and empower golfers worldwide to protect themselves against counterfeit clubs. Tune in now and be informed! If you have any further questions for Joe he can be contacted via The US Golf Manufacturers Anti-Counterfeiting Working Group's website: Keep Golf Real ----- Figuring It Out: A Golf Podcast - Daniel Badaracco, Figuring It Out Media Produced by Figuring It Out Media For Business Inquiries Contact: [email protected] Figuring It Out: A Golf Podcast is Available on All Podcast Platforms --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fiogolfpod/support