🔥 BREAKING: Foresight Summer Savings — GC3 at $5,249, GCQuad at $11,999, BenQ TH690ST End-of-Life Confirmed by BenQ, The Indoor Golf Shop Labor Day Preview (July 28, 2026)
Published: July 28, 2026 | Category: Breaking Deal Update / Price Drop Alert / End-of-Life Confirmation
3 Days to July 31 — Elite Sim Freedom 250, Carl’s Place Simdependence Days, and PlayBetter Summer Sale still active.
What’s New Since This Morning’s Update
We published a major deal update earlier today covering the BenQ TH690ST discontinuation, Garmin R50 CPO at $4,495, and the PlayBetter Summer Sale. Here’s what’s changed in the past few hours:
- Foresight Sports Summer Savings is now LIVE — not the same as the “250 Years 25% Off” campaign. This is a broader promotion with deeper discounts on hardware plus 50% off course packs.
- BenQ TH690ST end-of-life is now officially confirmed by BenQ themselves — not just retailer stock indicators.
- The Indoor Golf Shop has posted a Labor Day preview — up to $675 off Uneekor packages.
- SkyTrak OG Simulator Package at $1,995 — new package deal on SkyTrak.com.
- Foresight GC3 Buddy Bundle still active — $4,999 each when buying two.
1. BREAKING: Foresight Sports “Summer Savings” — Up to 25% Off Hardware + 50% Off Courses
Foresight Sports has launched a Summer Savings event that goes beyond the previous “250 Years 25% Off” campaign. The new promotion adds 50% off course packs and includes the GC3, GCQuad, and selected accessories.
GC3 Launch Monitor — $5,249 (Save $1,750 / 25% Off)
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Normal Price | $6,999 |
| Summer Savings Price | $5,249 |
| You Save | $1,750 (25%) |
| Includes | Bushnell Golf Pro X3 LINK Rangefinder, Wingman HD, Vessel Premium Sling Bag, Clubhead Measurement, FSX Play, FSX 2020, 25 golf courses, FSX Pro, Foresight Fairgrounds, 2-year warranty + extra 1-year (3 years total), Free Shipping |
| Source | ForesightSports.com |
This is the best GC3 deal we’ve tracked in 2026. The $5,249 price includes a $1,000 hardware discount plus the Bushnell rangefinder bundle ($599 value) and the Wingman HD speaker ($149 value). The extra 1-year warranty and free shipping push the total value over $2,500.
GCQuad Launch Monitor — $11,999 (Save $4,000 / 25% Off)
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Normal Price | $15,999 |
| Summer Savings Price | $11,999 |
| You Save | $4,000 (25%) |
| Includes | Clubhead Measurement, FSX Play, FSX 2020, 25 golf courses, FSX Pro, Foresight Fairgrounds, 2-year warranty, Bushnell Golf Pro X3+LINK Rangefinder, Carry Bag, Club Markers |
| Source | ForesightSports.com |
The GCQuad at $11,999 is the lowest price we’ve seen since the 250 Years sale. At $4,000 off with the rangefinder bundle included, this is a strong buy signal for anyone considering a premium launch monitor.
GC3 Buddy Bundle — Still Active at $4,999 Each
The GC3 Buddy Bundle (2 units for $9,999, or $4,999 each) remains available on Foresight’s site. Each unit includes FSX Play, 25 courses, and a Pro X3+LINK laser rangefinder.
Verdict: If you have a friend or family member also building a sim, the Buddy Bundle at $4,999 per unit beats the standalone Summer Savings price by $250 per unit. However, the standalone Summer Savings deal includes the extra warranty and Wingman HD that the Buddy Bundle doesn’t.
⚠️ 3 Days to July 31 — Foresight 250 Years 25% Off
The “250 Years 25% Off” campaign that has been running alongside Summer Savings also ends July 31. It’s unclear if Summer Savings extends beyond that date. Buy soon.
2. CONFIRMED: BenQ TH690ST End-of-Life — Official Statement from BenQ
We reported this morning that Best Buy showed “no longer available in new condition” and Newegg was out of stock. Now we have direct confirmation from BenQ.
BenQ’s official product page for the TH690ST now states:
“TH690ST has reached its end of life. We recommend our new gaming projector, the TK700ST, as a replacement.”
What This Means for Sim Builders
The BenQ TH690ST was the most popular budget-friendly short-throw projector for golf simulators, praised for its 2,300 lumens, 8.3ms input lag, and 0.69-0.83 throw ratio. At its peak, it sold for $999-$1,099 and was the #1 recommendation in nearly every budget sim build guide.
Best TH690ST Replacements (Current Pricing)
| Projector | Price | Resolution | Lumens | Throw Ratio | Light Source | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BenQ TH671ST | $949 | 1080p | 3,000 | 0.69-0.83 | Lamp | Budget replacement (lamp) |
| Optoma GT2000HDR | $1,099 | 1080p | 3,500 | 0.50-0.66 | Laser | Tight rooms, bright spaces |
| BenQ AH500ST | $1,499 | 1080p | 4,000 | 0.50 (fixed) | Laser | Ultra-short throw, laser |
| BenQ AH700ST | $1,899 | 1080p | 4,000 | 0.69-0.83 | Laser | Easiest setup, golf mode |
| BenQ TK710STi | $1,999 | 4K UHD | 3,200 | 0.69-0.83 | Laser | Best value 4K laser |
| BenQ AK700ST | $2,899 | 4K UHD | 4,000 | 0.69-0.83 | Laser | Best overall, dedicated sim mode |
Bottom line: The TH690ST is gone for good. The AH700ST at $1,899 is the most natural replacement — same throw ratio, double the brightness, laser light source, and Auto Screen Fit. If you need 4K, the TK710STi at $1,999 is the cheapest 4K laser short-throw on the market.
3. The Indoor Golf Shop — Labor Day Promo Preview: Up to $675 Off Uneekor
The Indoor Golf Shop has posted a Labor Day promotion preview offering up to $675 off Uneekor golf simulator packages. This is significant because:
- Uneekor’s official Independence Day sale ended July 7 (promo code redemption through Aug 6)
- Resellers are filling the gap with their own promotions
- Labor Day pricing (early September) typically signals the last strong summer deal window
Current Uneekor Deals at The Indoor Golf Shop
| Product | Deal Price | Regular Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uneekor EYE XR SIG8 Package | $7,699.99 | $8,699.99 | $1,000 off |
| Uneekor EYE XR SIG10 Package | $7,799.99 | $8,799.99 | $1,000 off |
| Uneekor EYE XR SIG DIY Package | $7,298.99 | $8,298.99 | $1,000 off |
| Uneekor EYE XR + Free Swing Optix | Varies | Varies | $299 value |
The Indoor Golf Shop is also offering:
- $2,000 off Uneekor packages (select bundles)
- $1,000 off SkyTrak packages + free software
- $500 off Garmin R50 packages
- $750 off GC3S packages
- 5% newsletter signup discount (stackable on some items)
Source: shopindoorgolf.com
4. NEW: SkyTrak OG Simulator Package at $1,995
SkyTrak.com has added a new package deal: the SkyTrak OG Simulator Package at $1,995 (was $2,595, save $600 / 23%).
This is a complete package that includes the original SkyTrak launch monitor, which is SkyTrak’s most affordable photometric launch monitor. At $1,995 for a complete package (not just the launch monitor), this is a strong entry point for a first-time sim buyer.
Complete SkyTrak Deals Page (Verified July 28)
| Product | Price | Was | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| SkyTrak OG Simulator Package | $1,995 | $2,595 | $600 (23%) |
| SkyTrak ST MAX Launch Monitor | $1,995 | $2,995 | $1,000 (33%) |
| SkyTrak ST MAX Standard Studio | $4,495 | $5,495 | $1,000 (18%) |
| SkyTrak ST MAX Premium Studio | $4,995 | $5,995 | $1,000 (17%) |
| SkyTrak ST MAX Ultimate Studio | $5,495 | $6,495 | $1,000 (15%) |
| SkyTrak Launch Monitor (OG) | $695 | $1,995 | $1,300 (65%) |
| SkyTrak OG CPO | $499.95 | $1,195 | $695 (58%) |
| Closeout Mesh Top Ultimate Studio (ST MAX) | $3,995 | $6,595 | $2,600 (39%) |
| Closeout Mesh Top Ultimate Studio (ST+) | $3,495 | $6,095 | $2,600 (43%) |
Source: SkyTrakGolf.com/deals
5. COUNTDOWN: 3 Days to July 31 — Elite Sim, Carl’s Place, Foresight
Three days remain until the following promotions expire:
Elite Sim Golf — Freedom 250 Sale (Ends July 31)
Use code FREE at checkout.
| Package | Price | Save |
|---|---|---|
| EYE MINI LITE + Eagle 12 SIMKIT | $3,699 | $950 (20%) |
| Square Golf + Birdie 10 | $1,999 | $579 (22%) |
| Garmin R50 + Eagle 12 | $5,999 | $1,000 (14%) |
| Garmin R50 Premium Plug-n-Play | $8,429 | $1,149 (12%) |
| EYE XO + Eagle 12 | $8,799 | $1,000 (10%) |
Note: The homepage is still showing “Father’s Day Sale — Use code DADSDAY” on some pages. Code FREE appears to offer deeper discounts on SIMKIT packages. Try both codes at checkout.
Carl’s Place — Simdependence Days ($250 Off)
Still active. Best value: 8’×8’ enclosure at $749.95 (was $999.95, save 25%).
Foresight Sports — 250 Years / Summer Savings
Both campaigns active. Summer Savings has the deeper hardware discounts.
6. Garmin R10 Stock Update — 2nd Swing Still Has $399.99
The Garmin R10 at $399.99 remains available at 2nd Swing (SKU C2885081). GPS Nation is sold out. PGA Tour Superstore is at $499.99. Amazon is at $499.99.
Verdict: 2nd Swing is the only remaining retailer with the $399.99 price. Once they sell out, the next best price is $499.99. If you’ve been waiting for the R10, this is likely your last chance at the sub-$400 price point until Black Friday.
7. Complete Urgency Summary — All Active Deals Ranked
| # | Deal | Price | Savings | Expires | Urgency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Garmin R10 at 2nd Swing | $399.99 | 33% | When stock lasts | 🔴 CRITICAL — Only 1 retailer left |
| 2 | Foresight GC3 Summer Savings | $5,249 | 25% | July 31 (?) | 🔴 HIGH — Best price of 2026 |
| 3 | Elite Sim Freedom 250 | $3,699+ | 10-22% | July 31 | 🔴 HIGH — 3 days |
| 4 | Carl’s Place Simdependence | $749.95+ | $250 off | July 31 | 🔴 HIGH — 3 days |
| 5 | PlayBetter Summer Sale | $500 off | Varies | Unknown | 🟡 MEDIUM |
| 6 | Foresight GCQuad | $11,999 | 25% | July 31 (?) | 🟡 MEDIUM |
| 7 | SkyTrak ST MAX | $1,995 | 33% | Unknown | 🟡 MEDIUM |
| 8 | Garmin R50 CPO PlayBetter | $4,495 | $505 off | Limited stock | 🟡 MEDIUM |
| 9 | SkyTrak OG Package | $1,995 | 23% | Unknown | 🟢 WATCH |
| 10 | Indoor Golf Shop Uneekor | $7,299+ | Up to $2,000 | Labor Day | 🟢 WATCH |
| 11 | BenQ TH690ST replacements | $949-$2,899 | N/A | N/A | ℹ️ INFO |
Note on Foresight expiration: The “250 Years 25% Off” campaign explicitly ends July 31. The “Summer Savings” campaign does not have a stated end date but is likely tied to the same timeline.
8. What to Watch in August
- August 1 — Post-July-31 Recap: What prices held, what reverted, what’s next
- Mid-August — Back-to-School Projector Deals: BenQ/Optoma laser clearance, especially on the TH690ST’s replacement models
- August 6 — Uneekor GSPro Code Deadline: The last day to redeem promo codes from the Independence Day sale. If you bought an Uneekor during the sale and haven’t redeemed your GSPro code yet, do it now.
- Late August — Labor Day Preview: The Indoor Golf Shop is already showing Labor Day pricing. Expect more retailers to follow.
- Early September — Labor Day: Mats, enclosures, and turf typically see their best summer discounts of the year.
Sources
- ForesightSports.com — GC3 Summer Savings $5,249 (verified July 28, 2026)
- ForesightSports.com — GCQuad $11,999 (verified July 28, 2026)
- ForesightSports.com — GC3 Buddy Bundle $4,999/each (verified July 28, 2026)
- BenQ.com — TH690ST end-of-life confirmation (verified July 28, 2026)
- SkyTrakGolf.com/deals — OG Simulator Package $1,995 (verified July 28, 2026)
- ShopIndoorGolf.com — Uneekor EYE XR packages $7,299+ (verified July 28, 2026)
- ShopIndoorGolf.com — Labor Day promo preview (verified July 28, 2026)
- EliteSimGolf.com — Freedom 250 Sale, code FREE (verified July 28, 2026)
- Shop.CarlOfET.com — Simdependence Days (verified July 28, 2026)
- 2ndSwing.com — Garmin R10 SKU C2885081 at $399.99 (verified July 28, 2026)
- PlayBetter.com — Garmin R50 CPO at $4,495 (verified July 28, 2026)
- playbetter.com — Summer Sale $500 off SimStudio packages (verified July 28, 2026)
- localgolfsims.com — Summer golf simulator deals 2026 (cross-reference)
- homeperformancelab.com — BenQ projector replacement guide (cross-reference)
Prices and availability confirmed as of July 28, 2026. Deal pricing is volatile — always confirm current cost before buying. This article supplements our earlier July 28 update on the BenQ TH690ST discontinuation, Garmin R50 CPO, and PlayBetter Summer Sale.
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