g-ballin blog
Are you tired of duffing your chips? Sick of sending huge divots farther than the golf ball? Nothing is more dissatisfying in the entire game of golf. If so, lets talk about how to use the bounce on your wedges.
When you are heading out to the range to practice, why not have a few tips on your mind from some of the best? Tom Watson was kind enough to explain the keys to improving your chipping game in a feature video with Golf Digest.
Disclaimer: buying this yardage book won't make your scores lower. You will just like how the scores are written. But man, is it convenient to have.
If you're like me, the winter season provides a nice break from the stresses of golf season...for about a month. I live in the Northeast and start itching to play around mid-January. Check out how you can make it through to the other side of winter.
When choosing a golf bag, you want to identify the most important qualities of your future bag. That way, you can narrow down your search and ultimately meet your proper match. Here is a guide to purchase as you start to look around
Some see golf as a sport with archaic rules and customs, promoting exclusivity. It’s true that some country clubs expect players to act in a certain manner, but there are more courses that promote fun, inclusivity and casual practices.
The clubs you carry are your tools, your brushes, your weapons. Pulling your favorite wood, wedge or putter feels like lifting your version of King Arthur’s Excalibur or the Elder wand, giving you the magic you need to execute the perfect shot.
To find such magic, let’s begin with a few basic questions.
It’s important to weigh your goals for golf, and what you’re looking to get out of the sport. For very first timers, finding granddad’s old wooden clubs in the basement and whacking cracked Top-Flite balls across your backyard might suffice. For those interested in taking your new-found passion to the course, here are my thoughts:
Budget Under $250: Dick’s Sporting Goods has the best options for beginners and golfers looking to buy their first real set. Standard full sets range from $200 - $250 for the Top-Flite brand and junior sets are ~$100.
Budget Under $1,000: If you’re looking to expand on your first couple years, or want to upgrade from an old set, Adams golf and Callaway provide great options. The sets usually include hybrids which will be helpful on longer shots. More expensive Titleist, Taylormade and Callaway clubs are also great options, but I suggest asking a local pro for advice before purchasing.
Budget Tip: Golfers buy and sell clubs all the time on eBay and Craigslist. If a set didn’t work for a previous owner, it doesn’t mean it can’t work for you!
Once you have a set you feel comfortable with, go to the range or chipping green and find that Excalibur! Enjoying your clubs and having fun will give you a lot of confidence in your game.
