Nikon’s Coolshot Pro II Stabilized Rangefinder can be purchased through Fairway Jockey for $399.95.
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Welcome to GOLF.com’s ClubTest proving ground, where managing equipment editor Jonathan Wall puts the latest designs and innovative technology in the equipment space through its paces on the range and course.
Tools: Stabilized Nikon Coolshot Pro II mileage
Test: Put the Coolshot Pro II through a full evaluation to see how it performs on the course.
Results: This is the part where I will offer my thoughts on the Coolshot Pro II stabilized rangefinder, but my unit was recently ordered from Tour VP of True Spec Golf and Education, Kris McCormack. Indeed, he needed it more than I did after his previous distance bit the dust.
Nikon COOLSHOT PROII Stabilized Rangefinder
$399.95
Nikon’s fastest and most accurate golf range finder with stabilized optics and laser, slope/slope detection, pin recognition and more. Unwavering faith. Borrowing technology from Nikon’s innovative cameras and lenses, the COOLSHOT PROII counteracts hand shake and environmental factors to steady both your shot and the versatile laser. It’s easier to find your target and it’s easier to close it. Quickly. Correct. HYPER READ technology provides near-instant (about 0.3 seconds) readings that are easily visible within the bright, crystal-clear OLED display. Explore more options for your shots without slowing down your game. Oh, what a sight. Nikon has been a world leader in optics for over 100 years. The COOLSHOT PROII uses a brilliant 6x power eyepiece with Nikon’s innovative anti-glare and high-contrast coatings, plus a diopter adjustment to fine-tune your vision. Close up on the flag. The purpose of the pin? DUAL LOCKED ON ECHO—confirms you hit the flag and not something in the background. It also gives a green visual signal and a nice auditory confirmation that you are measuring the pins, not a tree or other object 20 meters behind it.
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As a form of “atonement,” he offered to take the spacer for a spin and provide an honest appraisal. And with that, I’ll turn the microphone over to Kris.
Not all rangefinders are created equal. During my time in the industry, I’ve had the opportunity to test more units than I care to remember. Some lasted a few months before things started to fall apart. Others were like the Energizer Bunny and kept hanging around.
You always want the latter, provided it’s easy to use and doesn’t break the bank. No one wants to pay a whole boatload for a remote that requires a PhD to understand. After testing the Coolshot Pro II, I can assure you that Nikon’s newest rangefinder earns high marks in both departments.
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The amount of features included with the rangefinder is impressive – from Dual Locked on Echo technology to ID (side/drop) technology. The easy-to-read tilt adjustment screen is an added bonus I didn’t know I needed. It is very clear to decide whether it counts up or down, and which number is the playable number versus the static number. It’s all about ease of use for me.
The optics also give you an added level of confidence when you lock in on the target and know that you are getting a number of what you intend to shoot, rather than something that may be behind or in front of the target. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve tried to hit a bunker or pin, only to get another number on the screen. It’s frustrating and shouldn’t happen when you’re paying $300 plus for a unit.
Something else I appreciated was the overall size and weight. It’s big enough to fit in the palm of your hand, but won’t get lost in the stroller. The lightweight frame also makes moving it around a breeze.
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Since I started testing the Diaspora, I haven’t come across a single thing I’d change about it, which is a first for me in testing. It has withstood the Arizona heat and some drops along the way, but continues to produce accurate readings on target time after time.
At just under $400, I believe it’s the best range finder on the market at this particular price point. It’s a ringer for one of the leaders in optical technology.
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