Golfsmith, once the world's largest golf retailer known for its vast selection and clubmaking expertise, ceased physical store operations and declared bankruptcy around 2016, with remaining assets liquidated; while the brand is discontinued in its original form, its products, particularly clubmaking supplies, are still available from other distributors like Golf-Xpress in Europe, but the iconic retail experience is gone.

What Happened to Golfsmith?

Bankruptcy & Closures (2016): After facing financial difficulties, Golfsmith filed for bankruptcy, leading to the closure of nearly 60 stores and the discontinuation of its retail presence in the U.S..

Liquidation: A liquidation company handled the remaining merchandise, including stopping the honoring of gift cards.

Shift from Retail: The company, which started as a mail-order business in 1967, evolved into a major retailer but ultimately couldn't sustain its large physical footprint.