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Posts Tagged ‘Mindset’

May 6th, 2022 Club Repair and Fitting, Golf Equipment No Comments »

ARE YOU SEARCHING FOR A NEW DRIVER

Everyone who plays the game of golf is always searching for that one Driver which will produce the greatest distance and accuracy for them. Where should one start their search? I have a suggestion, follow the link below and one should help narrow down the field of candidates. This is great research and categorization provided by MySpyGolf which I have found an extremely reliable search for general knowledge about the game.

Click this link for the latest in their trail of good articles: 2022 Most Wanted Driver

From this list of information (and several years of experience) I have been able to able to narrow down my choices and believe I have found the best driver for my game. Currently Playing to a 10.8 index, as of the date of this article, I have recently upped my Fairway’s hit to 9-10 out of 14 from 5-6 and with the work on my short game and putting I hope to be in the single digit index by summer’s end, but I digress.

Using this message and the embedded will give each golfer a better understanding of the design intent of the different drivers and which part of the market the manufacturers are trying to assist. The data included should not be used as the final answer to your search but as a starting point. It is also recommended that you go out (with your search information) and find a reputable best club fitter. There are other articles on this webpage that should help you address that portion of the market.

Hope this provided you with some great insight into the improvement of your game.

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May 6th, 2022 Accessories, Course Management, Golf Equipment No Comments »

HOW CAN I GET THE BEST YARDAGE FOR MY GOLF SHOTS?

There is an ongoing discussion what is the best way to get distances when on the golf course. Should I use a GPS or Rangefinder Unit? The first is the Rule book interjection on the topic which limits them, for the most part, to casual play. There are tournament exceptions to the point but even at that point the player must know what the limits to the capability of the equipment one is using.

If Rangefinders are your choice of equipment, the read the following article from my friends at MySpyGolf: Best Rangefinder for 2022 

Personally, I am more inclined to play with a GPS unit than a Rangefinder because of the fact that I grew up in the yardage book era. For that reason, I feel more comfortable when pulling a club knowing that I can clear that obstacle or not reach the water when playing than knowing just how far the pin is away. Not all, but most GPS systems have a link to or internal green maps which aids to the decision process. The use of the Rangefinder here can also help with the knowledge of the size of the green and the distance to the center of the green. At this point the player/caddie must use the brain power to make that great decision and get closer to the pin.

So look carefully at the many GPS system out there on the market in addition to the reviewed rangefinders. Your game will improve with the proper application for your game.

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September 13th, 2021 Course Management, Techniques No Comments »

SHOULD YOU LAYUP OR NOT?

Early spring post by Brad Turner of Keiser University discusses course strategy in the link provided below. He discusses the adage of “hitting to your favorite distance” during your rounds to score better. Peeling back the information becoming available from the PGA tour about course strategy finds that there may be a different approach to scoring during your rounds. If you are trying to improve your game it would be a good idea to read his article on the new approach to playing.

https://collegeofgolf.keiseruniversity.edu/dont-lay-up…/

My personal opinion on this is to stay with conventional wisdom and stay in the short grass and use advanced course management. There are definitely places where that adage is not applicable. I would think that with the overwhelming amount of time which has been expended since the beginning of golf, it may be worth the consideration to follow the comments in the article. I think this would be most beneficial with the player who has reached a plateau in this game (similar to me, index 10.2) and is searching for further improvement of his game based on misses.

Practice and focusing in on the various topics and points within the article would be very helpful and should give any aspiring player a good lattice work of points for improvement. Modeling the game plan outlined has a good structure for developing your course management skills and would give you a benchmark for feedback on your game improvement.

As a matter of recommendation to anyone who loves golf and needs to get some expert knowledge on the game with top of the line instruction should consider contacting the people at Keiser University about the College of golf courses. There is great opportunity to play and apply your knowledge as well as display your skills. As a former student I would highly recommend the time and effort for this institution.

Good Luck with your game in support of the the Greatest Game Ever.

 

September 7th, 2021 Course Management, Techniques No Comments »

Do you have a Handicap Index?

Recent posts on the internet have been examining the average handicap indexes of golfer throughout the United States. There are many different systems out there for you too choose. The predominate system  is the USGA System used by most golf course memberships and GRINT which is an independent system for golfers who do are most likely not affiliated with a country club. Both systems are valid but the major question comes to the fact that who will recognize what when competing. There is also a question of how valid is the INDEX you get from each.

Personally, I try the best I can to keep my INDEX up to date as I can get by honestly reporting every round I play. Do I think its valid. Well, if I played more competitive golf I would be much more concerned. Does my 10.9 (Current as of 7/1/2021) match my game? Probably as I do very little practicing and am a poor putter (But I am working on it). I have friends which have numbers on both scales and there are more that beat me than I would like to admit as they also have a higher index.

If you have the ability to join a club somewhere which adheres to the USGA GHIN system you will probably get fewer questions when traveling. The better part is to find a group of players post those scores on a regular basis. It can be as often as daily but should be at least once a month to keep those number even with your ability.

Keep with this website and you will find things that will help your game, improve you play and enjoyment of the game. If you cannot find it here contact your local course golf professional and you and your partner will have a better time on the links.

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August 1st, 2021 Course Management, Golf Equipment, Training Aids No Comments »

BEST GPS REVIEW

I have found that the GOLFPADGPS is the best overall system to use without special TAGS or links. The nice part is that the scorepad and GPS are free.  There are TAGS (grip inserts) that can be uses with the system but are not necessary. They just makes it easier to get more data and help you improve. Here is the link to their website.

https://golfpadgps.com/

Compared to the other systems, I find this the easiest to use. It finds you local course quickly (when you are at the course) and is quick responding to basic info input. You have the benefit of adding your playing partners if you wish and getting them connected. For a premium subscription of $49/year and dependent on your cellphone you can get a fully integrated Shots-Gained analysis from the TAGS available but there is a way of using manual input that gives you the same information. I have discovered the most newer Android phones have NFC sensors as do iPhones which makes the addition $99 for the tags worth the investment. Once sync is acomplished it works well.

Be sure to take the time to practice inputting information onto you cell phone when you are near the course to get the hang of the operation. The instructions on the website are very good but practice makes it much easier when playing a round and not slowing the pace of play for you and your group.

I will have to say that there are a number of other systems on the market which will accomplish the same results so do you research and choose the best system for you. Best of Luck to your and your foursome.

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June 23rd, 2021 Club Repair and Fitting, Golf Equipment 3 Comments »

COMMENTARY: Golf Digest and Phil’s secret weapon

In a recent article published by Golf Digest for the U.S. Open 2021:
“The new secret weapon Phil Mickelson has in his bag at Torrey Pines”. (see link below)
It is my belief that they are commenting on the specialty driver (i.e. a 2-wood type) that Phil has used in the past. The history of a 2-wood in golf is worth looking at as well as examining the benefits it would provide. Personally, I used a 2-wood in my early days. The fact is that this type of club was specifically designed for easing the difficulty of hitting a driver off the deck. I have played with many players who can do that but this specialty design makes the error less likely. Note that I don’t say it eliminates the error just lessens the likelihood. 

https://www.golfdigest.com/story/us-open-2021-secret-weapon-phil-mickelson-has-in-his-bag-at-torrey-pines

With the considerable advancements in the design of the 3-woods I would think that it would be less likely for the average player to have this specialty club in their bag. Only think that I can see this type club does is to increase the size of a 3-wood head and add some length to the shaft for more speed, which both conditions will add slightly more carry. However, with the bomb and gouge play see today it would be very course specific when put in play. That is where the PGA Professional can show his worth in understanding that modifications to his club supporting the course management decisions he makes on a weekly basis.

Most of us, even avid golfers, don’t necessarily have that precise a game needing this type of specialty club in our bag on a daily basis. However, I would not discourage any player from looking into the ‘mini-driver’ or 2-wood for specific courses. There are plenty of options out there for acquiring this option. Taylormade attacked the problem several years ago but they had limited success and the product has disappeared from their line.

Every player must consider every aspect of his game an the needed equipment to find success so don’t discount the idea. Investigate thoroughly and decide from there you needs.

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October 22nd, 2020 Techniques 35 Comments »

HOW DOES YOU DRIVING DISTANCE COMPARE?

Comparative golf information is always being presented which is got some very interesting outcomes. Thanks to the gentlemen from GoflWRX I recently found an article which has some very interesting results. I can only assume that the information is gleaned from a data base which is actually based on fact. My only question is the distribution of the subject golfers based on index. I know for sure, by past experience, that there are golfer across the index range that use the quoted equipment. I would hope that a good statistical representation has been used to back up the information.

If you want to delve deeper into the facts and details of the study and information click on the following link:

The Average Driving Distance for Male Amateur Golfers by Age

This is one of the better articles but I am outside the information listed. Not having used the equipment quoted but watching my playing stats my golfing and physical age just don’t match.

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September 5th, 2017 Golf Equipment 9 Comments »

Unlocking-your-true-golf-potential-is-a-mindset

Thanks to the guys at GolfWRX, here is another great article for golfers searching for their potential.

Unlocking Your Golf Potential

This is one of the better articles on the mysteries of the mind and how it functions. Especially for those of use who are still striving (i.e. 65-years later) for the ultimate in performance on the course. I recently experienced the great advise contained here by shooting a poor front nine of 48 and followed with a back nine of 36 (including a triple-bogey).

Follow the advise and you will find that golf is a much better game.

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