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The New York Golf Center sits smack-dab across the street from Macy’s, but it may as well be in a tony Long Island clubhouse, as it’s worlds away from the bustle of its neighborhing retail giant. The quiet, sprawling store—two levels of polished wood and green carpeting—is stocked with all the equipment, threads and extras an avid golf nut needs. The first floor houses a clothing and accessories boutique of men's and women's shorts and tops in whimsical Caddyshack colors; more sleekly sporty polos, chinos and cardigans from Polo Golf and Nike are available for a more professional look. Cleats come in everything from classic black-and-white Spectator style down to downright sneaker-like kicks from Puma and Adidas. Up the wide stair case, whose landing is packed with memorabilia, is a second floor of irons, wedges, putters and woods that sparkle with titanium and steel shiine. A small selection of used clubs is available for purchase, and the store also has a rental department for the blue-moon player. Across from the gaggle of golf bags are two cages and a tiny putting green—it’s the store’s way of encouraging hot shots to show off their inner Tiger, or, at least, get a feel for the newest TaylorMade driver. — Chanize Thorpe

Sales throughout the store with a rack of clothing up to 70% off.