At first, it was a crooked stick and a feather stuffed ball. Leap forward 100 years and it is large Titanium club heads on ultra light weight graphite shafts and perfectly balanced hi-tech dimpled golf balls designed to fly far and straight.

Not only has the equipment changed, but so has the course. Turf technology has transformed the sand greens of the olden day into the perfectly smooth grass masterpieces some of us are lucky enough to play on.

Even the natural athletic abilities of the human being have been dramatically improved over the last few decades. A football player of the 1920s would get killed on the field today. And kids are brought into sports at an early age these days.

Yet, despite these advances in all areas of the game, the score of the average golfer has remained largely unchanged over the past 100 years. It seems that the average player scores as poorly today as they did with wooden shafts and gutta percha balls.

Why hasn’t the average score improved? We have access to golf instruction from many sources. We have the PGA and its group of trained professional teachers. We have the best equipment.

There is only one reason the average score has not improved over the last century. The average golfer still can’t make putts. If you want to improve your scoring, you have to improve your putting.

One must consider that the average golfer is limited by the putting method they use. The same things have been failing for 100 years now. Maybe it’s time to look for a better way to putt.

By: Rylan Tanner

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The other day I was watching a Golf Channel commercial where Tiger Woods was conducting a clinic. As part of the promo they played a quote from him where he said, “There is no one way to swing a golf club”. Boy did that start me thinking.

You know how differently one pro golfer may swing compared to another (Jim Furyk vs Tiger). Yet they both score well and are highly ranked in the World Golf Standings. How can that be?

There is a golfer at our course who I thought of immediately when Tiger made that comment. We took notice of him some time back as he was normally on the course about the same time we played. He has the most quirky swing I have ever seen. So quirky that our group would often make humorous comments about it.

This fellow would take the club back to waist high, then pause, turn back, then pause again, then up to the top and another even longer pause and finally he would swing down and thru where he would hold the finish position for the longest time. He did all of this while appearing as stiff and mechanical as is possible for a human being. He reminds me of a human version of “Iron Byron”, the robot used by the USGA & manufacturers to testgolf equipment.

As luck would have it, this one Saturday, Dooley Duffer and I were paired with him and his friend. We didn’t realize it was the guy with the quirky swing until the first tee. As he began to take some practice swings to warm up there it was that herky jerky, stiff as a board, mechanical looking, robotic “Iron Byron” swing.

Dooley and I did all we could to hold back the chuckles. Mumbling to each other about how we were expecting a long round with this guy chasing his errant shots all over the place. We couldnt have been more wrong!

This guy kept the ball in the fairway and hit most of the greens. He scored well on nearly every hole. Even shooting 2 under par on the back side! All with that quirky “Iron Byron” swing. He really shut us up.

How? He was able to repeat the swing over and over. As Dooley said later, “The ball did not care about all of that herky jerky stuff in his backswing, just the angle of the clubface at impact.” And that guy certainly had a repeating golf swing in spite of or maybe because of all that herky jerky motion.

Here is what Jack Moorehouse, author of “How to Break 80…”, has to say on the subject of repeating golf swings.

The more we can repeat the same swing, the more often we will achieve a predictable result -the secret to lower golf handicaps. To build a repeatable swing, we must:

Stay connected Set the club on the correct plane.

Staying connected is a common factor found among all good repeating golf swings. The shoulders, arms, hands, and club should all move away from the ball in unison. Hinging or cocking the wrists sets the club on the correct plane, which keeps the clubface square to the path of the golf swing.

Two other important essentials in building a repeatable swing are:

Swinging to the top of the slot and Retaining power in the swing.

If the club’s shaft is horizontal to the ground, it should be parallel to the target line. The angle of the club should match the angle of the forearm while maintaining the original spine angle and head position. Settle the weight smoothly on the front side and start unwinding the upper body. The right elbow should be dropped down to the side.

Now I am not suggesting here that you work on developing a swing like “Iron Byron’s”. I think most of us would find it even more difficult to repeat his swing than a more conventional swing. That is because for most of us the conventional swing is the more repeatable golf swing.

Dooley went to the range one day and tried the “Iron Byron” swing just for kicks so to speak. He kept hitting the ball with a high fade/slice. All the more admiration for the guy who made it work so well. At least for that round that very unconventional swing was a repeatable swing. And that repeating swing made all the difference between his scorecard and ours.

If you need sound golf swing instruction to help you develop a repeating golf swing and lower your handicap then I would like to point you in the direction of How to Break 80. It is far better than struggling on your own or trying to groove an unconventional repeatable swing like “Iron Byron’s”!

The best thing is that all of this help is less than most lessons with a pro, a single training aide or instructional DVD. He is offering a 90-day money back guarantee, so if you don’t like the book simply return it. But, once you get into his drills, I highly doubt that you’ll need that guarantee.

A repeatable golf swing found here How to Break 80.



By: Wayne Hudler

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By: petevamped

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Golf has been one of the most favorite games in the world. It has now attained new dimensions and fame due to dynamic players like Tiger Woods. More and more people are being attracted towards the game and there are many schools offering their services for the new people coming up. One of these institutes is the PGA golf school. They are of two types. One is the Custom Golf Schools and the other one is the Long Drive Golf Schools. In both types of schools, training is given to small groups of people and to individual golfers in private training sessions.

The Custom PGA golf schools are offering customized or tailored programs. These are for people who have individual goals and aims in the game. These people have certain interests in the game and the programs are tailored specially for them. For example if a person is proficient in other aspects of the game and wants to attain proficiency in a specific area of the game then he can go for the custom schools program.

The other type of school is the long drive PGA golf school that teaches you how to hit the ball harder and longer. If you want to achieve more distance in your game then you should focus on learning from the long drive school. The school not only teaches you to bring long range in all your shots but also makes you proficient in long range off the tee shots.

You might be thinking that there are many other schools that provide same kind of facilities then why choose PGA golf schools. The reason is that the attention and focus you are given at these schools is unmatched. The main instructor provides you with guidance and direct instructions. This is the biggest and foremost benefit. Until the time proper attention is not given, you cannot learn properly. Then at these schools, you plan your programs and sessions.

May it be couples or family or individual students all prepare their programs according to their feasibility. This is a special thing about these schools. You are given more attention then you can handle. Being at these schools and learning from the golf teachers is an excellent experience. The other good thing is the private session. When you are learning in large groups then you cannot learn perhaps as quickly. On the other hand, if you are the only one to learn then you can think that what kind of instruction and attention you will be getting. The instructor at PGA golf school would give you all his or her attention.

PGA golf schools are located in San Francisco east bay area. The price varies for different sessions and is on per individual basis.

By: Tom Houser

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By: golfnut1231000

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A golf swing analyzer is a very useful device to help you to improve your golfing game by improving your golf swing. Although it is not the same as getting feedback from a real golfing professional a swing analyzer still works well at improving your drive. Besides, there are not many of us that can have a real professional on call whenever we would like a bit of instruction. They are very useful in bringing things to your attention that you would not usually notice if you were just practicing your swing. A golf swing analyzer is a device that analyzes your golf swing, either by the movement of your club or through a video and tells you what you can do to make your swing better.

There are different types of golf swing analyzers, but the real difference is in the cost. If you are just buying a golf swing analyzer to use at home then you are not likely to be spending the type of money that a golf clubhouse or country club would be spending on an analyzer. You can buy a fairly straightforward golf swing analyzer for a few hundred dollars or less that is just attached to your club when you swing and that can tell from the movement how your swing could be improved.

There are also more expensive analyzers where you video your swing and then load it into your computer. It is then run through a software program that analyzes your golf swing for the direction, speed, and angle of the shot. It can also project the direction and accuracy of the shot. This means that it has a much greater amount of data to analyze than with the cheaper models and for this reason is much more likely to be able to give a more comprehensive analysis of your golf swing. The more expensive machines at golf centers use a much more sophisticated technology. The shots are actually hit at a target and a camera records this from several angles so that an accurate picture can be made of the golfer’s swing and technique.

A golf swing analyzer can be a really good way to improve your game and no matter what type you use, it can help you to understand the best way to make your swing better. Naturally, if you get your swing right then it is a great part of improving your whole game and a good golf swing analyzer is a great way to help you. Don’t forget that you have to try to use the information that it gives you in practice so that you can really make your swing better.

By: Tim Gorman

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see what correct alignment looks like from your own eye position and learn how to clearly visualize correct golf setup alignment before you start to swing the golf club at the golf course. A correct golf setup and alignment along with a correct golf grip is a critical part of creating a sound golf swing. Knowing how to setup to the golf ball correctly with each golf club and then doing it regularly will help you to be able to recognize a correct setup for yourself so that this essential part …

By: AGameGolf

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Lack of distance off the tee is one of the major causes of much of the heartache of the handicap golfer. It doesn’t seem to what you do to your swing, the same lamentable result is always the same, a pathetically short dive.

All your golfing buddies are hitting their shots way past yours and are likely having a good laugh among themselves about your short drives. Understandably you are getting fed up of having to play you second shots first every hole.

It does not make any difference what elevation you have on your ball off the tee, if the ball does not have over spin it is not going to run very far once it hits the ground. It takes big hitting to carry your drives virtually the whole distance through the air before the it plops down then can barely manage another ten yards or so before coming to a halt.

So how do you hit those low drives off the tee, which never seem to stop rolling?

By flattening your back swing. Playing the driver means you have to swing the ball using a flatter swing plane so as to sweep it off the tee in as wide an arc as you can manage, without deliberately forcing the body in any way to do this. You have to take the club head back low to the ground as possible, keeping both arms outstretched.

Be sure to grip with the right hand far enough over the shaft, to enable you to swing flat. The grip needs to be correct at the address else you won’t be able swing the club around your body.

Try and practice with the driver from a side hill lie, feet below the ball, and you will find this is a great way to learn how to swing the club with a flatter swing arc.



By: Philip

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By: PandaIvens

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Golf Grips are an important part of a golf club. Golf companies manufacture golf grips for golfers of all levels professionals or amateurs. It is recommended that you change your golf grips every 3,000 rounds or once every 6 months to avoid disadvantages from general wear and tear. However, if you play once or twice a week then you should look to replace your grips every 12 months or so.

The grip is your only contact with the club so it mustnt be overlooked when you play golf on a regular basis. You should clean and brush your golf grips regularly to attempt to maintain the original grip and feel of your clubs.

Re-gripping will not only make your clubs feel new again, new grips will give you the traction and tack you need to make good golf shots. Grips that are worn will slip and increase torque, which means less accurate shot making. Grips can lose their tackiness from harsh storage conditions, such as keeping them in the boot of a car. Often, simply comparing an older grip to a new one can pinpoint problems.

At Golfbuyitonline youll be able to find golf grips from a number of top brands including Ping, Winn and Odyssey all at incredible prices. Some of the grips that youll be able to find at Golfbuyitonline are Odyssey Golf Putter Grips, available in an array of colours. The Odyssey Golf White Hot XG Putter Grips will compliment any set of Callaway clubs and are available in a distinctive Red and Charcoal colour. Winn Grips are is tackier and more durable than other grips and are perfect for all weather conditions. Golf Pride Grips are technically advanced, all-rubber grips that combine a firm core for stability with a soft, gold-textured exterior for outstanding comfort and control. For the lady golfer who likes the colour pink, there are plenty of pink golf grips available at Golfbuyitonline from brands such as Odyssey, Winn and Lamkin.

A golf grip should feel good in your hands; you should feel confident and connected to the club head. The key to success of you game is grip, get it right and it wont let you down. No matter what golf grip youre looking for you can guarantee that youll find it at Golfbuyitonline.



By: Charlotte Metcalfe

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