johnnydoom

DC300 basically was spot on 100%. And I think it's because we both hit it a long way, we get the same things going on in our swings.

My driver swing is too long but I have no problems. I'll try shortening it over the winter just to see but I'm fine with it...I think I shift my weight better whereas with my irons I tend to stay over the ball and that leads to problems.

So my iron swing...I stay over the ball and my over swing would sometimes get my weight going in the wrong direction...leading to a reverse pivot. To "save it" I would release early and flip it. That would lead to what DC was saying...pulls, pull draws or high and right. The early release would give me an approach angle with a 9'iron of zero or +1 degree instead of -4...about what it should be.

I've shortened my backswing and its help fix the early release, any over the top move and flip. It is a much easier swing to do too.

I played today and for some reason fell into a funk where I started hitting punches because of the shorter backswing. I figured it out, that I was doing that...just part of the process getting used to something new.

    kelco9

    It's funny what u say about "pain" Kelco. My pro tells me I don't know where to stop my backswing because I have no pain.

        PA-PLAYA if it makes you feel any better I have shot that exact same round. I credited the hot dog and beer at the turn as the fuel needed to get it going lol. What else can you do?

            KCee The real problem is that when I find a swing key that works, it's lifespan is limited. It only works for so long.

            Man, ain't that the truth. I honestly think I should play every round with a new swing thought,heck a new swing even. Why can you stumle on something that has you hitting the ball like someone with half your hdcp and then it's gone the next day.

                garyt1957

                Epiphanies are fleeting and basically you have to embrace the search. When you find an epiphany that works enjoy it while it lasts. The reason they don't last is because you really can't know why something works. The old feel isn't real thing.

                You think it's because of A, but it might be because A causes B to work (or maybe even C) and you don't have a feel for B because you assume A is the reason you're swinging well. When one link in the dominos fails you're in trouble. It' a vicious cycle.

                If riding a bike were like golf you'd fall off the bike every few days or so. The problem with golf is the margin for error is so slight with disastrous results. You hit a ball with your club face just 3 degrees open (assuming your path is square) and the ball will fly off to the right 30-40 yards. 3 degrees is like 1 minute past 12:00 on a clock.

                Couple that with getting your face and path aligned and the odds are against you. Then you hit it a little high or low on the face, toe / heel side and you're screwed. Then you have your angle of attack / swing bottom etc.. So many things have to go right just to hit a decent shot that the odds are not on your side.

                So, enjoy the peaks and ride out the valleys because it's the same for everyone. And the search is never ending.

                  Typhoon I get that! About 5 years ago I woke up one day with something like "frozen shoulder". I couldn't raise my left arm more than half way without pain. Being an idiot though (according to my wife), I went and played golf. When the pain in my shoulder would hit, that was my trigger for the downswing. I couldn't really make a full follow through and had to keep my hands low. I have NEVER hit the ball so solid and straight with so little effort. The shoulder pain kept me from over swinging. As soon as the pain was gone, my great swing went with it.

                    11 days later

                    Still at it and liking it. Only pitfall that creeps in is me swaying off the ball and then getting " punchy" through the ball. I'm trying a few things on our "swing guru" video software...meh. Apparently my head should be more behind the ball at address according to Swing Guru. Well according to Typhoon, not gonna happen...perfect position ain't always right. I did get my stance a bit more narrow and that works.

                    So, I played 9 today, hit all 9 greens. Pretty good for not really practicing anymore where it's the end of our season here in New England. Temps today in the 40's and overcast. This time of year everything is 2-3 clubs more on approaches which is really a good thing for me right now with the change...I'm not hitting SW all day, I'm hitting 7,8'and 9'irons. It's starting to feel natural, but it's still going to take the winter before it's not a conscious thought.

                    DC300 I credited the hot dog and beer at the turn as the fuel needed to get it going

                    Chili and Tabasco? 😱

                        sdandrea1 I’d love to say yes, but that’s not possible with all my damn food allergies, so it goes mustard and onions just to make sure my breath keeps the bugs away.

                            DC300

                            I can do onions with chili. But solo on a bare hotdog - no can do.

                            And not that I don't appreciate onions. Had a blooming onion last night at Outback (wife and I were celebrating our 29th wedding anniversary, God bless her for putting up with me all these years!) and it tasted great!

                            Usually not a fan of chain steakhouses, but the new one that opened up earlier this year is actually pretty good regarding food quality and service, and also convenient.

                            I think I'm gonna need to step up my game for our 30th, however. lol

                                PA-PLAYA I agree, Outback is pretty good, especially for a chain. Those blooming onions are tasty, even if gawd awful for you haha.

                                    DC300 I’d love to say yes, but that’s not possible with all my damn food allergies, so it goes mustard and onions just to make sure my breath keeps the bugs away.

                                    SWMBO is chili-cheese-mustard-onions hot dog person. I like relish and Tabasco.

                                      Typhoon

                                      My swing gets shorter every year. There. Can we get back to food that is bad for us now? Or, we could chat about what the fuck happened to the Patriots yesterday. ☺

                                          mcavoy

                                          DC300 I agree, Outback is pretty good, especially for a chain.

                                          I must have a sign on my forehead, but I have never had good service at an Outback. One time we were sat, it wasn't terribly busy, and after 35 minutes we still didn't even have silverware, let alone been talked to by a server. I haven't been back to one in at least 8 or 9 years...

                                              Well, I lost focus and let my swing get a little long again. Lost control of a drive as a result and the ball went OB. When I climbed the fence to go get the ball I realized I was in the Outback parking lot. Decided to stop and have a burger. Game was screwed anyways.