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Golf Club Basics

I am going to teach you a few golf club basics. If you are new to the game of golf then you probably have no idea how many clubs or what type of clubs you need in order to play a round of golf much less the proper use for the various clubs that exist. This is a tutorial of sorts to help you learn a little bit about the clubs you will find in your bag.

Golf clubs are generally divided into four classifications: fairway woods, irons, wedges, and putters. There are many different varieties, brands, and optional bells and whistles that can along with each of these don’t get lost in the details when purchasing clubs. If you ever hope to play in tournaments, it’s best if you learn to play with clubs that are tournament approved. That way you aren’t hindering your performance in tournaments by needing to learn new clubs.

If you are playing according to typical tournament rules you can have no more than 14 clubs in your bag. While there are no firm rules on which clubs you should have in your bag, the traditional clubs are 3 woods, 8 irons, 2 wedges, and a putter. Once a tournament has begun you cannot change the clubs that are in your bag.

1) There are three basic fairway woods that are used in tournaments. These clubs offer greater distance with the least amount of control. The three woods used in tournaments are traditionally the one wood, which is also called the driver, the three wood, and the 5 wood. You will want to practice driving with each of these on the driving range and get a feel for their distance and control as there are times when each of these will be a good idea for your golf game.

2) There are basically 8 irons that will be used in tournament golf. The number for irons begins at 2 and goes sequentially up to 9. The 2 iron has the least amount of pitch with each subsequent iron having a little more pitch. Pitch allows you to control the ball to some degree upon landing. The higher the pitch, the more control you are capable of having.

3) You will normally see two wedges in a tournament golf bag. The pitching wedge and the sand wedge. The pitching wedge has a 50-degree pitch to it and an excellent amount of control once the ball lands. Even better than the pitching wedge however is the pitch of a sand wedge. These wedges have a 55-degree pitch and excellent control.

4) Your putter is going to be a completely individual decision. No one can tell you the putter that is going to work best for you. We all want different things in our putter and if there was a magic in the hole putter, we’d all have one.

This is a very general guide of golf clubs and what a tournament bag will probably have in it. Keep in mind that you want your bag to hold the clubs that work best for you and that once again, there is no one size fits all in the world of golf. Happy golfing!

Edward Charkow
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Golf and life, how do you think they are similar?

Compare a game to what sorts of things go on in your life.

Everyday is different on the golf course, just like in life. Everyday, you feel a little different, and your swing is a little different, just like in life.

Everyday, the people you play with are a little different, just like in life. Most of the tests that you go through in golf are similar to the tests you face in life, and golf will reveal many of your true-life strengths and weaknesses (concentration, desire, coolness under pressure, tendency to rush through things, getting along with people, strength/weakness in the early part/middle part/late part of the game, ability to finish a round strongly etc etc.).

Most of all, its a game that tests your adaptability. How you respond to different situations, and even how much it takes for you to recognise a situation as being different, or requiring subtle changes in your approach.

Relax And Hit The Greens On Golf Vacations

If you’re a fan of golf and are looking to get away from it all, then you can’t do much better than golf vacations. On a golf vacations you can combine your love for golf with a relaxing and enjoyable time. Whether you are an avid golf fan or just a casual player, using a golf holiday to relax and brush up on your game could be just what you need. Although you might think these sorts of holidays are expensive, there are in fact golf vacations to suit every budget. From budget breaks to high-end hotel and resort packages, there is something for everyone. So, if you want to relax, get away and hit the greens as well, then here are some tips about choosing golf vacations.

Picking a dedicated resort

One of the best ways to play golf on holiday is to go to a dedicated golfing resort. These places are specifically built with the golfing game in mind, and generally the holiday package will include access to the golf course and other golfing facilities. You can relax in a beautiful resort and enjoy as much golf as you want. These resorts definitely have some of the best facilities around as they are designed for golfers. However, the courses are often fairly similar at resorts, and you will probably pay more for these packages than a regular holiday.

Create your own golf vacations

Creating your own golf vacations is another great way to combine golf and holiday time. You book a regular hotel or apartment and then combine this with golfing facilities in the area. This will give you more of an opportunity to do other things apart from golf, especially if there are others with you who don’t want to play golf all the time. You will have more freedom in terms of locations, and you can even book your holiday so as to be near some of the top golf courses in the world. Although not as focused on golf as a dedicated golfing resort, this option is good for those who want a holiday as well as play some golf.

Look at the course

Before you book any holiday that involves golf, make sure you check out the golf courses on offer. Whether these are local courses or the course on the resort, make sure that you are booking a holiday that caters to your golfing needs. For example, if you want a challenging course then make sure the course you pick is not a basic golf course. Also, remember not to sacrifice accommodation facilities for golf facilities. You want a nice balance between holiday, relaxation and golf. If you do this, then you will find the best golf vacations for your needs.

Ronald Piper
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