Although like most sports, golf can be played to a high standard using relatively basic equipment; those searching for an extra competitive edge continue to search for technological developments that will enhance their game.

The most significant evolution in the history of golf technology was the standardisation of the golf ball which had many different sizes before the 1930s, when it was fixed at no smaller than 1.68inches and no heavier than 1.62ounces.

The earliest golf clubs were made of locally-found wood. In North America, for example, hickory developed into the standard wood used for shafts and American Persimmon became the choice of wood for the club head due to its hardness and strength. As the golf ball developed, the popular choice of club head also changed as iron-headed clubs became more widespread.

The introduction of steel shafts began in the late 1890s and soon became popular until in the early 1970s, technology shifted again with the use of graphite lighter but found to be just as sturdy.

The first fully-metal 'wood' club was developed in the early 1980s and most modern golf clubs are now constructed with titanium heads. Although possessing the same strength as steel, titanium's lighter weight means that clubs can be produced with larger heads without exceeding weight restrictions.

Another popular means of using modern technology to improve the game is with swing analysis, a computer programme that takes images of golfer's swing style in order to compare and improve technique.