Together these things will help extract the maximum return for
your efforts. At Golf Topics & Tips we share the best of our
knowledge, experience and provide some expert advice. We discuss
and review clubs and other golf equipment, articles, and
challenging but lesser known courses at home and abroad.
Did you know that 99.7% of us are amateur players. At one time or
another we have all experienced 1st Tee Paralysis -- the 2 foot
putt that lips -- and the ball that finds every bunker on the
course. Relax, you're in good company, we REALLY know how you
feel. Many tour professionals have felt the same pain.
We offer you the benefit of our golf travel experience, so you use
our often hard earned local knowledge, to help you get the most
out of your game. Ireland is our first port of call, and the
information we provide will be especially beneficial if it is your
first trip.
We hope you will share your experiences with us, send us your
stories or write a course review.
Chances are that every 19th hole around the world has heard the
same stories of victory, defeat and disbelief. There is no quick
fix for all of golf's challenges, but we continue to play because.
Shopping for clubs has never been as difficult as
it is today. You have to make the decision, but...how do you know
if you should buy new,
used
or
Clone golf clubs
.
Each manufacturer seems to offer that one extra feature that will
move your game up a notch.
You want quality, value for your money and a club
that delivers on its promise. You are faced with so many
choices...how can you know that you are making absolutely the
right choice.
2.
Golf Balls...which one is right for you
from Golf-Topics-Tips.com
Golf balls are no longer a one-size-fits-all. Advances in
sports technology, now provide players a wide range of choices,
and give players the option to choose a ball that provides them
some control over their game.
Finding a ball that works for your game may take a little time,
but it is well worth the effort
Here are some facts about compression.
80 -
Lower compression balls are the softest. They deliver a sling
shot effect, which drives the ball further, but makes it
harder to control. Typically chosen by women, juniors and
senior players.
90 - Played by the majority of male players and experienced
female players.
100 - The hardest compression, this rating is best suited for
advanced players with fast swing speeds.
For more information and to explore your options, go to
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Wear the right golf shoes ...
bite the turf
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Mechanics and golf shoes. We have all heard the
term mechanics applied to golf and particularly the golf swing.
A slight change in mechanics by any part of the
body can adversely affect the way the rest of the body performs
during the swing and thus affect the swing itself. The term also
applies to golf shoes and their importance in controlling the
mechanics of your game.
If you are even slightly familiar with how Kurt Schilling’s ankle
affected his pitching during the playoffs and World
Series, and how special footwear was designed to help stabilize
his foot, then you will understand the importance of proper golf
shoes to the golf swing.
During a golf swing, weight and torque are being transferred from
the upper body to the lower body and, simultaneously, from the
right leg to the left leg.
This weight shift is stabilized by the golf shoe that is biting
the turf.
Prior to beginning your downswing, most of your weight has shifted
to your right leg. When you start the swing, you are swinging
along the centerline of the right leg. This creates torque.
Without proper support of the right ankle and foot, stability is
lost and that centerline will fluctuate. This leads to a loss of
power from your stroke.
During impact with the ball, weight and momentum are abruptly
shifted to the left leg. If the left foot and ankle are not
properly supported, you’ll get a swaying motion in your body’s
movement that will cause an over compensation by your upper body
as it tries to assist in your overall balance. This leads to an
exaggerated swing that typically causes a hook.
A good pair of golf shoes is important to provide the added
support necessary to stabilize the feet during the golf swing.
Of course, you also want them to be comfortable when walking the
course, bending to retrieve the ball from the cup or, if the case
may be, hunting a ball in the woods.
For more information and to explore your options, go to
Golf-Topics-Tips.com.
4.
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Does your golf bag make the right
statement...about you?
from Golf-Topics-Tips.com
Even the most casual of golfers needs a golf bag. For anyone
looking to purchase a golf bag, there are several things to
consider and brand is not necessarily one of them:
Size - How big of a golf bag do you actually need? Try to
determine your present requirements based on current equipment.
Then, consider how your equipment list may change and grow over
the projected lifetime of the bag.
Durability - The durability of a golf bag depends on
design, material and treatment. If you are a casual golfer who
stores your golf bag in the house after use, you could enjoy a
nylon bag that isn’t very expensive.
If you are a more frequent golfer and keep your golf bag in the
trunk of your car, then you will probably want a bag made of
leather or vinyl. Remember, the golf bag is not just for carrying
the clubs, it is also for protecting them.
Style - Depending on how you get around the course, you
will want to decide between a carry bag and a cart bag.
A cart bag is nice if you use a golf cart frequently. Cart bags
are also designed to be used with a pull cart.
When considering a cart bag, consider also the type of pull cart
you will use. Test the ease of motion and comfort of the handle at
preferred transportation angles. Check if any of the features that
help you transport the golf bag are adjustable, as the center of
gravity will vary depending on the load in the bag
If you are accustomed to walking, you should look for a golf bag
that is comfortable, light weight and ergonomically designed to
minimize the stress on your back and shoulders. Many of the new
bags have gel carry straps for shoulder comfort.
For more information and to explore your options, go to
Golf-Topics-Tips.com.
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Golf instruction...even the pro's take advice
from Golf-Topics-Tips.com
Golf instruction benefits all golfers, serious and casual,
amateur or pro, high or low handicapper. We hope the following can
help you. If you have a question, please Contact the Expert.
Putt it right...send the ball home
For most recreational golfers, the techniques to effectively “send
the ball home” varies by golfer.
While time has proven that unorthodox approaches can work as well
as the orthodox, a fundamental consistent in successful putting is
your position over the golf ball. read more about putting...
Hooked on the Hook?
In short, the hook is the nasty first cousin to the slice, darting
off to the left instead of the right after the golf ball is hit.
Much like the slice, the reason the golf ball takes an unwanted
turn in mid-air with a hook is because of the amount of spin put
on the ball during contact, this time counterclockwise. read more
about the hook...
Draw to your advantage...
After spending much time learning to manage how you address the
ball, developing consistent mechanics and eliminating the dreaded
slice and occasional hook, you're feeling pretty good about your
golf game.
Then it happens! Someone tells you about the advantages of the
draw. You listen intently and learn that a draw shot is a shot
that makes the ball curve slightly to the right before returning
with a slight curve to the left. read more about the draw...
Don't Slice...
Notice how that perfectly hit shot lands perfectly on the next
fairway over to the right? That's your slice.
A breakdown in mechanics and improper club length can have an
impact on the way we drive the ball down the fairway. But, often,
the culprit is our eyes.
read more about the slice...
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