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How To Stop Slicing The Golf Ball – It’s All In The Grip

How many times have you stood on the first hole with such high hopes, only to see that first tee shot slice off into the right rough or even worse? The second and third hole produces the same results, and by the fourth hole, you are aimed about 30 yards left of the fairway, just to try to get the ball somewhere in play. Slicing can be an extremely frustrating problem, and it seems that the more you try to keep it from happening, the worse it gets! From Golf schools to my Sunday afternoon round, slicing is definitely the

October 9, 2019 No Comments

What Is The Best Club For Chipping Around The Green?

Many new golfers either fail to appreciate or take a while to understand the value of the short game. While most concentrate on driving and putting skills, improving your short game is one of the easiest and fastest ways to lower your score. It all starts with finding the best club for chipping around the green. A Bit About Wedges Wedges are generally the shortest clubs in your bag and they have the highest lofts. They are used for approach shots around the green. You want wedges with accurate distance and control. These days, they are often not defined by

October 3, 2019 No Comments

The 5 Best Amateur Golf Balls on the Market

When you think about golf balls, the first two names that come to mind are Pro V1 and TP5. But despite their popularity, these balls do not make sense for most golfers. That is why I decided to compile a list of the best amateur golf balls. The purpose of this guide is to help you understand the performance differences between golf balls for amateurs versus those for professionals. I will also explain why soft urethane-covered golf balls fetch a higher price than the harder ionomer design. In addition, I will also explain why amateur golfers should stick to the

October 3, 2019 No Comments

TaylorMade R15 Driver Review – How Does It Stack Up?

Every golfer wants to drive well. Straight and as long as possible is what most of us want. The TaylorMade R15 is designed to do just that. It is not for beginners but more experienced golfers will appreciate the benefits of this club. In this review of the TaylorMade R15 Driver, we will explain what it has to offer. Things To Consider Before Buying a Quality Driver The main purpose of the driver is to get you good distance off the tee. There are, however, a few other things needed. The TaylorMade R15 is all about distance but has a

October 1, 2019 No Comments

The Top 8 Best Golf Magazines [Digital & Print Editions]

There were times when we very limited in terms of golf literature and had to take what we could get. These days we are spoilt for choice. Not only does that mean that we now have more options but the quality and standards have improved dramatically. As old as the sport is, it is constantly changing. This is especially true of golf equipment. There is some speculation as to whether the sport is declining or growing but one thing is true, there has never been more interest. The manufacturer’s figures speak for themselves. While membership may be going down at

September 11, 2019 No Comments

The 8 Best Fairway Woods For High Handicappers

A fairway wood is a useful club to have in your golf bag, but many golfers don’t know where to start. The best fairway woods will give you the extra distance you need to reach those long par 5s. But their shaft is longer than a hybrid, so they can be more challenging to master. So, which are the best fairway woods for high handicappers that 2023 has to offer? TaylorMade’s Stealth 2 – Best Overall Wilson Dynapower Fairway Wood Wood– Best AI-inspired Fairway Wood TaylorMade Stealth Fairway Wood – Most Reliable Fairway Wood Cobra LTDx MAX Fairway – Best

September 6, 2019 No Comments

GX Golf Club Review – How Do They Stack Up & Are They Worth The Money?

Many new or intermediate golfers strive for that perfect club that will solve all their problems with driving or longer fairway shots. There is a lot of hype around the GX-7 X-Metal. If you have not seen the ads or infomercials our GX Golf Club Reviews will enlighten you. For those who have seen some of the marketing or heard a few stories, it is important to understand more and to separate the hype from the facts. What To Consider When Buying A Driver While the short game might account for most of your extra strokes in a round of

August 29, 2019 No Comments

What To Wear Golfing – The Dos and Do Nots on The Course

As if it is not challenging enough selecting the right golfing equipment, what you wear is also extremely important. While many clubs have relaxed their rules over recent years there is still a tradition and etiquette that dictates what is appropriate or not. Not only is it important for the golf club, your choice of what to wear golfing can also have an impact on your performance. Many new golfers are intimidated by the idea of dressing for golf. This is unnecessary if you follow a few basics. Many of the more traditional clubs still maintain strict dress codes on

August 29, 2019 No Comments

8 Best Drivers For Seniors: Pros, Cons, & Reviews

The best drivers for seniors can help you keep your distance up as get older. Although senior golf clubs start as early 50s, which isn’t exactly a senior citizen, but knowing the best clubs for forgiveness, distance, and launch can help. There are some amazing clubs for older golfers, particularly drivers. The 8 best golf drivers for seniors: Callaway Golf Rogue ST Max Driver – Best Overall TaylorMade SIM 2 MAX – Most Forgiving MAZEL Titanium Golf Driver – Best Budget PGX Offset Golf Driver – Ultra Budget Pick TaylorMade STEALTH 2 PLUS – Best Looking Cobra AeroJet MAX Driver –

August 28, 2019 No Comments

What is The LPGA Average Driving Distance?

Make no mistake, the LPGA ladies can drive. The average driving distance is impressive and getting better all the time. If you are wondering about the LPGA average driving distance, we have done a bit of research to bring you the facts. A Little More About the LPGA The LPGA or Ladies Professional Golf Association has been going since 1950. It is the oldest professional women’s sports association. They are headquartered in Daytona Beach, Florida, and feature local as well as international lady golfers. Who is in the lead? A quick look on the LPGA site will show you the

August 6, 2019 No Comments

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