Golf problem, What would you recomend? - Page 2

jmsremax · 03-31-2010, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Volt

Driver??? The only club the courses I play on is the putter. Of course with a par 2 or 3, not much need for a driver

Just watch out for those windmills...they can really ruin the day.

tsolomon · 03-31-2010, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by bobarian

OK, Seriously. Try checking with some of the local Muni's as their pros usually have a bit lower rates. Also, try the local Junior or Community college. They often have classes that are very inexpensive.

I took group lessons at a Nike golf school and I really liked the format. It ran for 5 weeks and was reasonably priced. We covered everything and you had time to practice while the pro was working with the others. The last lesson actually took you out on the course to play. My wife and I still go back to our pro for a couple semi-private lessons to get back on track every year.

sjnovakovich · 03-31-2010, 08:48 AM

A lesson is probably a good idea. I will tell you though, I have NEVER used a driver. My distance club is my 3 wood. I often compete with my son in law, who is a pretty good golfer and uses a driver, but I can keep up with him. His drives are longer, but mine are much straighter and we usually end up on the green in the same number of strokes.

I've discussed this with many golfers and most agree that casual golfers are much better off forgoing the driver for their 3 wood.

colinb913 · 03-31-2010, 11:06 AM

same left hand situation with me! Lots of time on the range.. try trying new grips and make sure to turn the club face in
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E.J. · 03-31-2010, 11:58 AM

All problems golf can be solved by replacement of old clubs with new, more expensive clubs.....

jmsremax · 03-31-2010, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by E.J.

All problems golf can be solved by replacement of old clubs with new, more expensive clubs.....

I have the same philosophy towards women.

03-31-2015, 10:48 PM

Take some lessons. Until then, keep weight slightly toward the front of your feet. Keep your head down. Extend your left arm (assuming you are a right hander) and get the club cocked before you swing. Extend your arms when you swing - get that club out there. Don't do a chicken-wing (club too close to you, arms not extended). This should cure that slice! Lessons work wonders! Have fun!

The Poet · 03-31-2015, 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by badbriar

Take some lessons. Until then, keep weight slightly toward the front of your feet. Keep your head down. Extend your left arm (assuming you are a right hander) and get the club cocked before you swing. Extend your arms when you swing - get that club out there. Don't do a chicken-wing (club too close to you, arms not extended). This should cure that slice! Lessons work wonders! Have fun!

This should have been the first advise years ago. With new golfers 90% of their problems off the tee is that they raise their head too soon looking for the ball. This results in missed hits, turned club faces, topped dribbles, duck hooks, and nasty slices into the brush.

Can't understand why it took years for anyone to mention this basic fix.

longknocker · 04-01-2015, 04:18 AM

Lessons!!!!!!

I'm A Certified Golf Nut, Live On A Golf Course, Etc. When I Continue To Have A Particular Problem With My Swing, I Always Take A Lesson. It's Very Difficult To Find A Solution Yourself Since You Can't See Yourself Swing.

Hang In There; Golf Is A Fantastic Game!

Commander Quan · 04-01-2015, 10:12 AM

Where where you guys 5 years ago when I started this thread?

The Poet · 04-01-2015, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Commander Quan

Where where you guys 5 years ago when I started this thread?

I was stuck behind a slow foursome. Can't speak for others.

dave · 04-01-2015, 10:23 AM

How's the slice, today, Quan?

Chainsaw13 · 04-01-2015, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by dave

How's the slice, today, Quan?

Spoken like Shatner.

AdamJoshua · 04-01-2015, 12:04 PM

I'd love to help, but Jews don't golf, we wandered the desert for 40 years, that was plenty of walking around, oh and we don't camp either, same reason.

Commander Quan · 04-01-2015, 12:16 PM

I didn't play a single round last year, but the previous season it was manageable. Every once in a while one would fly into the next county but it's tough to say if that was my swing or the beer.

The Poet · 04-01-2015, 12:25 PM

Derrick, when I suggested keeping your head down, I did mean your head and not the beer's.

14holestogie · 04-01-2015, 12:45 PM

Best advice I got last year after a tough round, "If I were you, I'd take a couple days off."

Oh, really. And then what?

"Quit."

03-31-2010, 08:48 AM	#23
sjnovakovich Stinky Old Stogie Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Central PA Posts: 99 Trading: (2)	Re: Golf problem, What would you recomend? A lesson is probably a good idea. I will tell you though, I have NEVER used a driver. My distance club is my 3 wood. I often compete with my son in law, who is a pretty good golfer and uses a driver, but I can keep up with him. His drives are longer, but mine are much straighter and we usually end up on the green in the same number of strokes. I've discussed this with many golfers and most agree that casual golfers are much better off forgoing the driver for their 3 wood. Last edited by sjnovakovich; 03-31-2010 at 08:49 AM. Reason: Typos

03-31-2010, 11:06 AM	#24
colinb913 Workin' at a Cigar Shop Join Date: Feb 2010 First Name: Colin Location: Indiana Posts: 540 Trading: (1)	Re: Golf problem, What would you recomend? same left hand situation with me! Lots of time on the range.. try trying new grips and make sure to turn the club face in Posted via Mobile Device

03-31-2010, 11:58 AM	#25
E.J. I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 3,218 Trading: (21)	Re: Golf problem, What would you recomend? All problems golf can be solved by replacement of old clubs with new, more expensive clubs.....

03-31-2015, 10:48 PM	#27
badbriar Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Golf problem, What would you recomend? Take some lessons. Until then, keep weight slightly toward the front of your feet. Keep your head down. Extend your left arm (assuming you are a right hander) and get the club cocked before you swing. Extend your arms when you swing - get that club out there. Don't do a chicken-wing (club too close to you, arms not extended). This should cure that slice! Lessons work wonders! Have fun!

04-01-2015, 04:18 AM	#29
longknocker Postwhore Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Mobile, Alabama Posts: 11,174 Trading: (82)	Re: Golf problem, What would you recomend? Lessons!!!!!! I'm A Certified Golf Nut, Live On A Golf Course, Etc. When I Continue To Have A Particular Problem With My Swing, I Always Take A Lesson. It's Very Difficult To Find A Solution Yourself Since You Can't See Yourself Swing. Hang In There; Golf Is A Fantastic Game!

04-01-2015, 10:12 AM	#30
Commander Quan Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Derrick Location: Canton, OH Posts: 966 Trading: (4)	Re: Golf problem, What would you recomend? Where where you guys 5 years ago when I started this thread?

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dave Have My Own Room Join Date: May 2011 First Name: Dave Location: Northern VA Posts: 1,180 Trading: (15)	Re: Golf problem, What would you recomend? How's the slice, today, Quan? __________________ I would rather be exposed to the inconveniences attending too much liberty than to those attending too small a degree of it. Thomas Jefferson

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AdamJoshua Article 4 Free Inhabitant Join Date: Jan 2013 First Name: The Other Adam Location: Satellite Beach Posts: 14,787 Trading: (40)	Re: Golf problem, What would you recomend? I'd love to help, but Jews don't golf, we wandered the desert for 40 years, that was plenty of walking around, oh and we don't camp either, same reason.

04-01-2015, 12:16 PM	#35
Commander Quan Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Derrick Location: Canton, OH Posts: 966 Trading: (4)	Re: Golf problem, What would you recomend? I didn't play a single round last year, but the previous season it was manageable. Every once in a while one would fly into the next county but it's tough to say if that was my swing or the beer.

04-01-2015, 12:25 PM	#36
The Poet Il megglior fabbro Join Date: Jun 2009 First Name: Thomas Location: Hickory, NC Posts: 8,420 Trading: (2)	Re: Golf problem, What would you recomend? Derrick, when I suggested keeping your head down, I did mean your head and not the beer's. __________________ Ninety percent of everything is crap - Theodore Sturgeon.

04-01-2015, 12:45 PM	#37
14holestogie Serial banter killer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tim Location: Clintonville, WI Posts: 4,341 Trading: (52)	Re: Golf problem, What would you recomend? Best advice I got last year after a tough round, "If I were you, I'd take a couple days off." Oh, really. And then what? "Quit." __________________ *I loves me a Parti*