Carl's HotShot Foam Divot Strip
By Carl's Place
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Pair the Carl's HotShot Foam Divot Strip with a launch monitor, projector, and hitting mat in the SimKit Builder.
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Built for the HotShot Hitting Area
Joint-Friendly Cushion
A high-density foam core beneath the turf absorbs impact and reduces strain on wrists, elbows, and shoulders during repeated swings.
Built for High-Volume Practice
Compresses and returns to shape shot after shot, holding up through long range sessions or heavy daily use.
Comfortable Without Losing Feedback
Softer than Standard or Gel, without going so soft that fat shots go unnoticed.
Fits Every HotShot Mat Size
| Dimensions | 30″ long × 12″ wide × 1.75″ tall |
| Fits | All HotShot Hitting Mat sizes; other mats or flooring ~1.75″ tall |
| Installation | Trace, cut out the worn section, press the new insert into place |
| Manufactured | In-house in Milton, Wisconsin |
| Tee Compatibility | Carl’s Indoor Golf Tees only — no real tees |
Crafted in-house in Milton, Wisconsin. Installs by tracing the worn hitting area, cutting it out, and pressing the replacement insert into place.
Building a Pro Enclosure Setup?
Every HotShot insert fits Carl’s HotShot Hitting Mat in any size, and any hitting mat or flooring system that measures roughly 1.75″ tall — including the Pro Enclosure Kit hitting area.
Compare All Three HotShot Inserts
All three inserts share the same 30″ x 12″ x 1.75″ dimensions and fit any HotShot mat size or compatible flooring system. They differ in feel, tee compatibility, and joint impact.
Standard Hitting Strip
Same turf as the mat itself. Accepts real tees. Most versatile, familiar feel.
View Standard Hitting StripFoam Divot Strip
Softest option. Forgiving on wrists and elbows across long practice sessions.
Gel Divot Strip
Most realistic fairway feel. Reacts to divots like real turf, punishes fat shots.
View Gel Divot StripPractice Longer Without the Ache
Swap in the Foam Divot Strip and put in more reps without the wrist and elbow fatigue that comes with a firmer hitting surface.
Contact UsCommon Questions
What makes the Foam Divot Strip different from Standard?
A foam core beneath the turf compresses on impact and returns to shape, absorbing shock before it reaches the wrists and elbows. It is the softest of the three HotShot inserts.
Does the Foam Divot Strip accept real golf tees?
No. The Foam Divot Strip requires Carl’s Indoor Golf Tees or a similar sit-on-top tee. Only the Standard insert accepts a real wood or rubber tee.
Who is the Foam Divot Strip best suited for?
Golfers doing high-volume practice, extended range sessions, or anyone managing joint sensitivity in the wrists, elbows, or shoulders. It is also a common choice for family or entertainment-focused bays.
Will this fit my existing HotShot mat?
Yes, it fits every size of Carl’s HotShot Hitting Mat (4’ x 5’, 4’ x 9’, 5’ x 8’, and 6’ x 10’) since all sizes share the same 30″ x 12″ hitting area cutout.
