Golf is played out in the field, when the sun is shining bright. A good pair of sunglasses will provide your eyes the protection that it needs. Every golfer should buy a good pair of sunglasses.

In addition to protecting your eyes from harmful Ultra Violent light, golf eyewear will give you a sharper view of smaller details on the course and help eliminate the eye fatigue caused by glare.

Popular Golf Sunglasses Brands

The popular glasses  in the golf eyewear market are Oakey, Ray Ban, Bolle, Serengeti, Wiley X and Vedalo HD, Golf sunglasses come in different types, prescription golf sunglasses, polarized golf sunglasses, golf ball finder glasses, golf sunglasses with interchangeable lenses to address changing light conditions, kids golf sunglasses

Golf Eyeglass Frames

The golf eyeglass frames should be built of strong material. Some of the most common material for making golf eyewear is Monel — a mixture of any of a broad range of metals — is the most widely used material in the manufacture of eyeglass frames. Its malleability and corrosion resistance are pluses. Although plastic is used in golf eye wear, stay away from them. Plastic frames do have some drawbacks. They are easier to break than metal frames, they will burn (but are not easily ignited), and aging and exposure to sunlight decrease their strength slightly.

Golf Eyewear Lens

Recommended lens colors for golf sunglasses are typically amber, brown, cinnamon and green. A pair of Polarized golf sunglasses will help reduce the glare coming off shiny surfaces and has proven helpful when play golfing after rain.

Wearing sunglasses when playing golf will greatly improve your game because it will enhance your vision.

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05 May 2012 in Golf Equipment 0 Comments

To be a good golf player, it is best if you can hire a trainer. The professional Golf trainer can guide you on many aspects of Golf, from stance, golf swing and putting. He can monitor your moves and be able to make adjustments. Moreover, a trainer can provide you the guidance you need in every aspect of the game.

It is important you choose the right Golf trainer because every trainer has his own ideas and methods on how to play golf.You should interview prospective Golf trainers so that you can find the best.

Ask For Recommendation.

The reason why a Pro Coach like Dave Stockton works with many Pro Golf players is because everyone seem to recommendation. If you have friends who seem to be doing well ask them who their trainer is. You can then contact the trainer and see whether you can work with him/her.

Availability And Accessibility

A personal trainer must be able to give you adequate time. If a personal golf trainer has many clients under his wing he is not going to give you adequate attention. When choosing a golf trainers ask for information such as number of clients and his work schedule.

Track Record

Do his/her methods work? The only way to get an answer is to talk to his previous and current client. Ask him/her to give you a contact details of one of his students. An honest golf coach will gladly give you contacts. Ask him/her if he has written a book or newspaper/blog/magazine article. If he/she has published book or article you can read and gauge his thoughts and methods.

Good Communicator

A good golf trainer must display good communication skills. Golf coaching involves one on one communication and the trainer must be eloquent and clear. The only way to assess this is having face to face interview.

Honesty

A good golf trainer/coach must be honest, trustworthy and has a high ethical standard. A golf trainer is responsible for reporting accurate information to you. He should not be afraid of correcting your mistakes. If he has fallen off with previous clients it is good to know the reason. Was it an issue of integrity?

Personal Rapport

Since your are going to be spending time together it is imperative you have a rapport. A rapport depends on such things as temperament, intelligence and emotions. When you meet him/her 1 on 1 you will know whether this is a person you can work with.

Individual Programs

We are all different and unique and a Good trainer must develop an individual plan for every student. Individual programs should be selected after an assessment of your needs. He should look at your weakness and strengths and come up with a training program that matches them.

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05 May 2012 in Golf Tips 0 Comments

If you play golf alone you are missing an opportunity to make Golf more interesting. Playing golf is interesting, especially if you do it together with a friend. You need to find a friend who shares your passion of playing golf, so that you can each share tips.

Helps to Boost Motivation

When you have a golf playing partner you can both boost your motivation by competing against each other from
time to time.

Helps To Make You A Better Player

A partner who you play with and compete against can only help to make you a better player.

A Golf Partner Can Be Your Counselor

Playing Golf can be a frustrating experience, frustration happens when you make a way ward hit during the swing or the putt. A partner can come in handy at those times because he can act as a counselor, consoling you in low times.

Golf Buddies: Obama & Bouhner

Your Partner As a Teacher

Your Golf partner is not a replacement of a Golf Coach or your local resident but he can offer valuable insights in improving your game.  You partner reads Golf books and you can tap into that knowledge. The good thing it is all free of charge. Remember sharing knowledge is a two way street, make sure you give back as much as you get.

Your Partner Can Be Your Best critic

A good relationship is based on sincerity, a golf partner should be honest with you and have the courage to tell you you are wrong when you do silly things. When your golf partner critiques your game, take it in the chin. Don’t take offense because he means well for you. Oscar Wilde famously said “A good friend stabs you in the front”

Someone To Talk To In the Greens

Enjoying the game is not the only reason people play Golf. People talk a lot of stuff when they are stranding up and down the greens. A Golf partner can come in handy when you want to exchange opinions on politics and business or even intimate personal problems.

Your Partner as Your Hero

If your primary goal is to improve your game, the person whom you choose as a Golf partner should be someone you are able to admire and for whom you have high value and respect. The person should be very motivating, as well as stimulating.

Giving Back To The Game

The game of Golf has given you so much joy in life and what a better way to give back by being a mentor to an aspiring amateur player. You can choose to be a partner to beginner golfer at your club. You will ideally provide them with impartial advice, as well as coach and guide them.

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05 May 2012 in Golf Tips 0 Comments

Watching professional golf players play the game on TV or on the Golf course is entertaining but it also an opportunity to learn how the pro do it. You can learn a lot by watching professional golf players: everything from their movement, body position and timing.

10 things You can learn when watching professional golf players play the game.

Watch The Golf Grip

There are 3 basic types of grips that golfers use; the overlapping grip, the ten finger grip, and the interlocking grip.  The most important factor in which grip you choose to use is how comfortable the grip is for you.

How They Line Up The Ball During The Golf Swing

Stance is a very important step in creating a perfect swing and is definitely a golf swing basic that you can master by watching the Pro do their swing. Watch how how they line up the ball. Watch where they position the ball between there feet.You will see the ball position changes if one uses a long iron or short iron or drivers.

Watch The Knees During The Golf Swing

Watch where the front foot knee points.

Watch The body rotation of the pros.

Watch the hips and the upper body: See the direction of the shoulders.

Watch The Backswing

The backswing is where you build your power. Keep an eye on the back foot how it bends on the knee and when the  club reaches the height of the hips, you will see it is in a straight line with the feet.

The follow through

See how after completing a swing the pros look in complete balance.

Putting In Action

When watching the pros keep an eye on the position of the head, arms, elbows and wrist. Look at how parallel they are with the body.

Eye Set Up

Proper eye setup is a key fundamental in Golf more so when putting. Watch how the eyes are positioned directly above the ball in the stance.

Chipping

See how the pro bends their knees during chipping. See how the shoulders and the arms are held together.

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05 May 2012 in Golf Tips 0 Comments

A white putter may improve your putting! That might sound a little bit ridiculous but it isn’t. I was just reading promotional about Pinemeadow Fantom Putter. The promoters had an emphasis of two features why their putter is great.

• The Fantom putter features a precise white finish which stands out when the putter is in the address position on the green.
• This contrast of the white color against the green grass really helps maintain focus on the alignment lines that help ensure that your putter is on target at start.

That second point seemed to me an exaggeration but when I read the reviews my mind was convinced that a white putter can improve the short game.

Example of a user review of Pinemeadow Fantom Putter,

Its white colour against the green background gives me a very clear picture of my set-up and aim at the hole.

If you have problem with focus when putting, maybe switching to a this white putter is the answer to your problem.

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01 January 2012 in Putters 0 Comments

Golf is a wonderful game and only enjoyable if one develops interest in it. The golf swing is actually the most important detail for golf playing that can help a beginner walk in the right direction. It is important to follow every instruction keenly to achieve the desired result from the start for a better future. There is no need for you to strain and spending big since there is an easy way out. And that is, getting to understand your swings and having the basics on your finger tips when you start off the game. You will be amazed at how easy it is to play golf and how simple it is to make a correct swing.

Practicing is the best advice I can offer to a golf beginner since without practice, there will be minimal performance on the game. Be on your toes and exercise appropriately to be able to swing correctly and also to get used to the game rules. Have targets that you will be aiming at and try to hit them making sure you are consistent. And forget not to work on your tempo and balance to improve your skills.

Focus is what will enable you get to where you want. Pick your target, place it within the distant you desire and set your eyes on your target. Make sure you spin the ball towards your target with your golf swing aiming at that direction. 4SWQFCZ29X2Q

A proper grip of your golf club will help you hit the ball straight right to your target. Hold your club lightly with both hands where they should be positioned just above your left palm and then hold it with the right hand making sure that only two knuckles of your left hand are visible. Your left hand thump should be hidden under your right hand. Feel at ease when doing you can be sure with a bit of confidence you’ll be making a very perfect swing.

Have a relaxed posture that will enable you to make steady shots. You will have to bend from the hips ensuring that your spine remains upright so as to be able to turn freely as well as spin your ball perfectly. You should only twist your arms and shoulders to make consistent shots ensuring that your feet are steadily rested on the ground for a good balance.

To be a master golfer, you will have to start with a down swing as you strike the ball. Hitting low will help you achieve balance throughout the game since there will be higher stability than when you start by striking high. You must not forget to be in good control of the speed that you use when playing and the amount of force you apply when hitting the ball. You’ve got to analyze the distance and determine the one that requires a fast or slow spin as well as where to stiffen your muscles and your back and where not to for a perfect swing.

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01 January 2012 in Golf Swing Tips 0 Comments

Martin Kaymer putter is PING Karsten Anser 2. This is the putter that Kaymer had in the bag in 2011. Kaymer Martin is a German professional golfer. He became the No. 1 ranked golfer in the Official World Golf Rankings on 27 February 2011 after his runner-up finish in the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship.

Although the Putter Martin Kaymer uses has slight modification to fit his style this Ping putter is also available for everyday golfers.  The Ping Karsten Series Anser 2 Putters are available in different specifications.

Ping Karsten Series Anser 2 Putter Specification

You can get it  in different Shaft Length, from 33 inches to 35 inches

Shaft material is stainless steel

Available for left/right hand orientation

PING putters are known as confidence-builders from the moment they’re placed behind the ball. A thin, satin-finish top line offers a clean look and spot-on alignment. At impact, an elastomer insert behind the face softens the feel while a traditional steel face delivers solid response and feedback that golfers can rely on.

Ping Karsten Series Anser 2 Putter

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01 January 2012 in Putters 0 Comments

Rickie Fowler Putter is Scotty Cameron Circa 62 Deep Mill number 3 Xperimental BLK finish prototype. This is the putter that is inside Rickie Fowler golf bag. The putter comes from his sponsors Titleist.

Rickie Fowler has signed a multi-year equipment deal with Titleist. He also signed a clothing deal with Puma. He has also signed a deal with Rolex.

Rickie Fowler putter length is 34 inches.

About Scotty Cameron Putters

Scotty Cameron have created a putter family with the finest technical performance and the utmost in aesthetic appeal and overall feel. Each Studio Select putter is entirely precision milled from a block of 303 Stainless Steel. Design features like a high toe set up to help players address the ball with the putter square to the target line, factory interchangeable heel and toe weights that allow for multiple length/weight options in each model, and the sleek, stepless shaft.

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01 January 2012 in Putters 0 Comments

Adam Scott putter is Scotty Cameron Kombi Long. This putter is one of Adam’s Scott Titleist equipment. Scotty Cameron is part of Titleist. Scotty Cameron Kombi Long originally designed for a few Tour players looking for a longer putter.

Scotty developed this three-point-weighted mallet with its stainless steel center sole weight bar and triangulated stainless weights to give the Kombi Long exceptional balance. With a new custom split grip and a double bend stepless shaft with one shaft of offset, the Kombi Long sets the new standard for long putters.

Scotty Cameron Kombi Long is also available for amateurs golfers. The putter comes in different options.

• Putter length options
• Putter weight options
• Shaft lenght and shaft material
• Putter grips

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01 January 2012 in Putters 0 Comments

The key to make a solid chip shot is to avoid a bad set up that leads to flipping of your wrists that causes going underneath the ball. The key when it comes to making sold chip shot is use your shoulders when striking the ball

The following video demonstrates how to keep your wrist firm and avoid flipping your hands during impact. When your hands flips that is when your chipping goes wrong, the shot can go to the left instead of forward.

Tags: chip shot, chipping, golf set up, golf wrists, solid shots

12 December 2011 in Golf Videos 0 Comments