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So you have not been playing golf very long.
You are in a bunker, and you have not practiced this shot at all.
You have learned that if you hit a normal shot behind the ball, or hit it fat, the result is woeful.

It is a duffed shot.

Now you are in a bunker and you have been told to do just that, hit the sand behind the ball.

Just what you try not to do with your normal shots.

No, that can’t be right.

Wouldn’t it be better to try to pick the ball off the sand with a skilful swing that does just that - picks the ball cleanly off the sand? The ball is sitting so nicely.

So you try and your club takes some sand, and the ball rolls forward, it certainly does not fly forward, and you have dropped a shot due to poor technique and fear.
Or you have hit the ball over the green.

No, you must hit the sand behind the ball. How far behind? Ideally, one inch, but anywhere from three to one inch will do.
One inch is best.
Dig your feet into the sand so that you have a firm base,
have the ball off your left heel (right handers)
and swing the club in an out to in swing.

This is important to get the ball out of the bunker.

The ball will go to the right of target a bit, so line up to left of target.

Make sure you follow through.
A good way to make sure you follow through is to make some of the sand land on the green.

Forget about the ball.
Just concentrate on removing a furrow of sand about six inches long and the ball will look after itself.

Make sure there is no sideways movement of your body.
Pushing your knees together will overcome any sideways movement.

Bill Maitland is a thinking, inventive golf guru.
He thought out and developed simple techniques and tips which enabled him to lower his handicap from 25 to 18, then from 18 to 15, and finally from 15 to 12.
He is a passionate golfer, and delights in helping others with their game should they want his help.
Author of GOLF TIPS.
An e-Book that takes you step by step to being the best golfer that you can possibly be.
To learn about his tips and simple techniques
And see his book
visit
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The key to golf, as in any sport, is in mastering the basics. Which therefore means, a great game starts with a great and correct grip on the golf club. Here are some tips on how you can learn to correctly grip a golf club. Please note that these tips are for right-handed golfers. If you are left-handed, just reverse the hands on the tips:

1. Golf grips are important - if your golf club does not have one, remember to put one on.

2. Once you have your golf grip on, position the golf club head down on the ground, so that you are positioned as if you are ready to hit the ball.

3. If you are right-handed, release your right hand and let only your left hand is gripping the golf club (as mentioned above, if you are left-handed, reverse the hands).

4. The club should be gripped with your fingers, instead of resting on your palms. Adjust your grip of the golf club accordingly.

5. The thumb of your left hand should be pointed downward, directly towards the ground.

6. The point at which your thumb meets the rest of your hand should be positioned on top of the club.

7. Carefully place the grip of the golf club on the fingers of your right hand.

8. You must then look for a tiny vertical crease on your right hand, very near your wrist. This must be placed over your left hand and should fit perfectly.

9. Remember that the thumb of your right hand should not be pointed directly towards the ground, but should slightly be pointing towards your right shoulder.

10. To hit the ball straighter and farther, make sure that your grip on the golf club is relaxed. The more relaxed your grip, the straighter and farther will you be able to hit the ball.

11. If you have large hands, it is advisable to use an overlapping grip. Meanwhile, if you have medium-sized hands, you should use an interlocking grip. Finally, players with smaller hands should use a ten-finger grip.

12. The weight and pressure that each of a golf player’s hands place on the golf club is of equal importance - for a right-handed player, the left hand is used to guide the golf club back to its original position, and the right to put the ball into motion at the downward swing of the club.

13. It is important that you check your grip every day to ensure that it does not constantly change.

14. Should you, however, decide to change your grip, be sure to try it out first before using it at the course.

A golf player’s grip is his only contact with his golf club. Therefore, it is absolutely necessary to have the correct grip of your golf club.

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Perhaps it is only in the game of Golf would the popular adage “dress for success” could ring so much true. The social status in a game of golf is never overlooked. In fact, it is often regarded as epitome of one’s success. The golf clubs, the accessories, the clothes, and the golf shoes, in a golf club everyone weighs and deliberates everybody’s interaction and belongings as a status of their success, or the fatness of their bank account.

However the adage does have other positives other than contributing to one’s social factor however minimal. It allows greater traction on the green for instance. Grass on the green can be moist sometimes, and when it is moist, occurrences of slips aren’t that uncommon especially on uncleated shoes. Some shoes also provide zany comfort useless or not, such as Nike Golf Shoes Verdana Limited’s Encapsulated Heel Air and Forefront Zoom Air which for the life of me I cannot fathom what use it serve. Maybe it is an interesting conversation piece?

Golf shoes are long regarded as a fashion accessory and nothing more. You can do as much and be comfortable besides with an ordinary cleated pair. So why do these revolutionary golf shoes still come pouring in? More fashion conceivably? You’ll be surprised at the technology that’s been embedded at golf shoes which needed really was only cleats. Why do they believe that golf shoes needs the tweaking that would allow for a little twist and let you achieve a longer drive? You be the judge. Here’s the best of them.

Nike Verdana Limited Stream Line for $34.95

* Innersole: Encapsulated Heel Air and Forefoot Zoom Air Unit
What it does: Provides responsive cushioning for the life of the shoe.

* Supple full grain leather with Water Shield waterproof membrane
What it does: Will keep the foot dry though out the round.

* T@C rubber outsole technology with LP Scorpion Spikes and Q-LOK system.

* 1 year limited waterproof warranty.

* 45 day limited comfort warranty.

Perhaps the most useful option is surprisingly only the warranties. Perhaps the cushioning would provide comfort, given the long distances the holes are spaced. Then again, golf courses are made on earth, not cement, so there could be no further cushioning needed besides what a regular shoe could afford. And did they mean the waterproof-ness of the supple grain leather is not designed to last? That would be a handy option, especially if water will begin breaking in before the warranty expires. Then again, most shoes are water proof, and they don’t carry the “Water Shield Waterproof Membrane” price tag. So, are you going to bite? Maybe all of these could be useful to you, cushioning plus waterproof plus warranty.

Milos Pesic is an avid golfer and owner of the most comprehensive Golf Information Pages. Visit now to find out all you wanted to know about golf, golf equipment, tips, resorts and much more.

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