Gene Parente
Owner of Golf Laboratories and robotics-driven club and ball tester who presents empirical robot-test data on driver optimization, wet vs dry performance, mini-drivers, and gear effect.
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Nov 24, 2025 • 1h 18min
Gene Parente Busts Myths With His Golf Robot
Gene Parente, owner of Golf Laboratories and a pioneer in robotics-driven golf testing, joins the hosts to dispel myths about driver performance. He shares eye-opening insights on wet vs dry conditions, revealing how rain can increase spin and dispersion. The discussion emphasizes optimizing swing parameters over sheer speed, illustrating how a 95 mph swing can outperform a 105 mph swing with proper technique. Gene also explores the forgiving nature of mini-drivers compared to three-woods, and the fascinating dynamics of gear effects on shot accuracy.
Nov 18, 2024 • 1h 34min
Gene Parente Breaks Down Golf's Biggest Equipment Myths w/ Robot Testing
Gene Parente, founder of Golf Laboratories, brings decades of expertise in robot testing and golf equipment analysis. He shares fascinating insights about the history of golf technology, influenced by aerospace materials after the Cold War. Discover how different tee heights affect driver performance and the differences between persimmon and modern drivers. He also debunks myths about blade versus cavity back irons, explores swing speed impacts on club performance, and discusses his work with Bryson DeChambeau at high swing speeds.
Aug 24, 2023 • 56min
Another twist in the Tour-USGA ball saga? Our takes on the TaylorMade P790 irons and the top gear storylines of the 2022-23 season
Kris McCormack of True Spec Golf and Gene Parente of Golf Laboratories join Fully Equipped to discuss the potential twist in the Tour-USGA ball saga, the new TaylorMade P790 irons, and the top gear storylines of the 2022-23 PGA Tour season.
