Are You Using The Right Golf Balls?
By: Lee Dobbins
Contrary to what many people think, all golf balls are not made alike. In fact, they are so diverse that there have been over 5,000 design patents for golf balls given in the last ten years. It may seem like they haven’t changed in decades, but golf balls are some of the most researched and advanced pieces of equipment in any sport today.
Selecting a ball that is right for the way you swing is critical to your golf game. As important as picking the right set of clubs, you need to find the type of golf ball that matches your style of play and your golf swing. Different golf balls have a different spin and a different feel. They are made with different cover materials and of varying density. Picking the one that works for you depends on your skill level and how you hit the ball.
The first thing you might look at is the compression of the ball. This relates to how tightly the ball is wound. The lower the compression the softer the ball. Softer balls are better if you have a slow swing, they will fly farther but are harder to control. High compression balls, on the other hand are easier to control but are best used by those with a fast swing.
To decide which golf ball is best for you, you can divide them into 3 general categories. The solid two piece ball is the most common and, of course, the cheapest. It is comprised of a hard cover over an inner core. This is a good ball for beginners which can often hit the ball thin or fat.
The three piece ball is multilayered. Softer than the two piece ball, it gives you more control but won’t fly as far. This ball is recommended for intermediate players as it will let you get more spin and control over your shots. The three piece ball is more expensive than the two piece but can add an edge to your play if you are past the beginner stage and looking for something to give you an edge.
The high performance balls can be rather costly and won’t last as long as the other types of balls. These balls are for the expert player who wants more control and spin than the three piece ball can offer. Although it is costly, this type of golf ball has what it takes to go the distance.
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Lee Dobbins writes for Sports Wise where you can learn more about all your favorite sports and read more great golf articles.
Cut out Avoidable Errors and Play Better Golf
By: Richard Myers
We all make mistakes when we are playing a round of golf, if we did not, we would be up there with Tiger, Phil and co. You will never eliminate all of your errors but here are a couple of golf mistakes that can easily be avoided.
Teeing Up Carelessly
The teeing area is a breeding ground for mistakes. A few classics: Lining up with the tee box/markers without seeing where they’re really aimed; playing from a spot that isn’t level; not teeing up on the side that benefits your shot shape. Here are three things to check.
First, don’t trust the alignment of the markers. If you’ve ever seen a grounds crew member mow a tee box, you know how little attention is given to replacing the markers. Use them as a guide, but be sure to align yourself. Also, be mindful that golf course architects sometimes design tees to point off line as an added challenge.
Second, give yourself as much room as you possibly can. If you play a slice, tee the ball on the right side so you can start it left without fear of clipping any branches, while allowing for your left-to-right ball flight.
Third, the teeing ground can be uneven due to erosion or to facilitate drainage. Locate a level spot as you approach the tee; it’s tough to tell once you’re standing over the ball. If you’re still unsure at address, stop and re-tee.
Rushing While Playing Through
For many of us, the wave from the group ahead shifts our games into fast-forward. Sometimes we get away with a hurried swing, but playing through is often a tense and round-wrecking ordeal.
Why do we rush? We want to hit fast and get out of the way. We get uptight in front other golfers. Or we feel we have something to prove, as if being in a faster group means you’re a better player.
It’s all self-inflicted nonsense. Remember, it was their decision to let you through (assuming you weren’t hitting into them from every tee). Move quickly between shots, by all means, but maintain your normal preshot routine and you’ll get out of their way in fewer strokes. As for how well you play, there’s little connection between skill and speed — just watch the pros on television.
Wait for an appropriate hole to pressure the group in front. They will slow down at difficult spots, like long par threes and tight driving holes. If you don’t want to make a tough hole tougher, wait until you feel comfortable with the shots you’ll have to hit. Then make your presence known.
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Richard Myers is a keen golfer and his golf tips and advice web site and Left handed golfers site contains many free tips and great golfing advice plus training videos and DVDs to help you to improve your swing and lower your score using some very simple exercises.
Golf Equipment Tips
By: pbcunningham
Are you the type of golfer who blames every aspect of the game down to your swing, posture, balance, tempo etc? If you are then you may have probably missed one vital aspect out of this equation. You could very easily be spending hours upon hours practicing aspects of your game which in fact may not require practice at all, have you thought that maybe you are using equipment which is not suited to either yourself or your style of play.
Simple isn?t it - the majority of golfers blame an aspect of the swing to a bad shot or a bad round of golf but if you are using unsuitable equipment then you are onto a loser right from the word go.
It might be worthwhile you utilising the following tips to ensure that you are using the right tools for the job.
If you are a beginner/junior and have chosen to play this game using a set of pre-owned clubs then you must ensure that you fully check your new golf tools prior to purchase with a very keen eye. Every aspect of the clubs needs to be checks, the shafts, club heads, grips are the initial parts which must pass inspection. Grips can easily be changed but check the price first, If there is damage to the shaft or club head then this is a potential hazard and you should consider leaving them alone. Prior to purchasing a set of pre-owned golf clubs always check how much they are to buy new - you will be surprised that some pre-owned sets are not much cheaper than a new set - especially if you have to re grip them or have some aspects rectified prior to playing them.
If you choose to purchase a set of pre-owned clubs or have a set of golf clubs which require re-gripping then you need to be careful. The grip on a golf club is the only contact that you have with the club, therefore you need to be sure that they are gripped correctly.You can purchase sets whereby you can grip the kit yourself, you need to ensure that you align the grip correctly. If you are not comfortable with performing this yourself then your local golf store should be able to accommodate you. When choosing a grip ensure that your hand size is taken into consideration, having big grips with small hand or having small grips with big hands can be disastrous to your game.
Always, always clean and change your grips regularly. You will shave shots of your round with this one tip alone.
Using golf clubs which are not fitted can and will lead to wayward shots. Every golfer is different in many different aspects and when golf clubs are manufactured they are designed for the average person of average size and stature. Can you guarantee that you are that person. If not then get your golf clubs checked, measurements will be taken and the fitter should watch you take a few swings, normally with tape attached to the clubs and a swing plate on the floor. At impact the tape is marked by the club hitting the floor and the fitter is able to determine what lie angle is optimal for you. The shaft will also be checked to ensure that it is the correct length for you. Having a set of custom fit golf clubs is like having a brand new set of golf clubs and is probably one of the best investments you can make in this game, at the end of the process you will have a set of golf clubs which have been professionally modified for your individual requirements.
One thing that you need to look at is that the golf clubs you play with, no matter if these are irons, wedges, woods or putters - they must match your skill level as a golfer. There are various different models of golf clubs on the marketplace - some of these clubs are designed for low handicappers, some are designed for mi/high handicappers and some are designed for all skill levels. If you are a high handicapper then playing with a set of clubs which are designed for low handicapper probably wont help your game.
One big point is that you must feel comfortable with the clubs which you have chosen to use - if you feel comfortable with the club you will not think about it and will generally make a better swing - the better the swing the more enjoyable the game.
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Peter Cunningham manages the Golf Review Center. web-site. On this site you will be able to read and submit reviews in relation to all different types of equipment and services.
