by ratterrell

We might not realise this, but golf is good for your health. According to the United States Golf Association, that is. Their expert advice is for you to forgo the rides on the golf carts and walk the golf course.

Even though driving around in the golf carts is the easiest way to get from one hole to another, it will be even better for you if you decide to walk along the fairway. By walking, you get to exercise your heart, which pumps and circulates blood all over your body. Besides that, walking is also a great enjoyable workout.

According to David Fay of the United States Golf Association, walking makes the whole golf game more satisfying. He further commented that whizzing around in golf carts should be stopped.

Walking is the most basic way for you to get fit. It is good exercise because it is easy to do and anyone can walk. It improves circulation and strengthens your muscles. In a nutshell, walking is beneficial for all.

Some people believe that walking around the green while playing a round of golf is not a healthy thing to do, due to the nature of the game itself. On the other hand, research has shown evidence of many people who related their own experiences with walking through a game of golf. Many of these people told of the positive effects of walking.

In Sweden for example, researchers discovered that the benefits of walking through a game of golf is equivalent to about forty to seventy percent of intense workout in an aerobics class. This is on the basis of playing eighteen holes.

In a separate study done by cardiologist Edward Palank, it was found that golfers who chose to walk the greens were healthier than their cart-riding counterparts, as they had a lower level of bad cholesterol in their bodies. At the same time, the good cholesterol level in their bodies was normal. This cannot be said for golfers who opted for rides on the golf carts.

The Golf Science International also concluded that playing golf for four hours was equivalent to attending a forty five minutes fitness class. Another association, the Northern Ohio Golf Association testified that when a golfer chose to walk across the golf course, he is walking for a total of roughly three to four miles. This includes walking up and around hills, on the fairway, and over the greens and tees.

Still not convinced? Try out the following activities. That will give you a chance to see and feel the difference yourself. The next time you play a game of golf, try walking along alternative holes. That way, by the end of it all, you would have walked a total of nine holes. It is all right if you do not feel up to it. The next time, try walking a set of nine holes and riding the cart for the next nine.

If you golf with a partner and he insists on you riding the golf cart together with him, fret not. Just make sure that you ride only on the path meant for the cart. You can stop the cart and walk down the fairway to your ball. That way, your partner can bring the golf cart up.

Are you still not convinced? Then look at it this way. If you think your health does not permit you to walk around the course to exercise your legs and start your heart pumping, then look at this in another light. Consider the damages done by all those golf carts running around the fairways. Golf carts damage the areas around the greens and sand traps. Even though the golf carts are only supposed to be on the assigned golf cart path, this doesn’t mean that they do. Most of the time, people will drive golf carts all over the course.

With the advent of new technologies, golf courses now boast magnificent looking grasses. These grasses are grown even on areas where they were not able to originally. That is why golf courses nowadays look fantastic. However, these courses are exposed to the wear and tear, more so from the roving golf carts. Driving the cart along the greens will damage the beautiful grass.

Now that you have all the facts, isn’t it time for you to go green? Walk! Not only will you benefit from getting all that exercise, you’ll also be saving the greens.

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by bill larnach

Golf has lots of jargon and it can be confusing.

Alloy Any combination of metals used to produce a club head or shaft. Alloys may contain aluminum, steel, beryllium, nickel, copper, titanium, or other metals in varying combinations. Less than honest descriptions of products often have the term “alloy” in them to hide the fact that the product may only contain trace elements of the desired metal. For example, “titanium alloy” may actually contains 98% aluminum and only 2% titanium which may be used to confuse the consumer with “real titanium” that has high levels of titanium. Alloy is often a code word for substituting a cheap metal for an expensive metal. Back Weight A weight, usually tungsten, brass or aluminum attached to the back of a wooden, graphite or titanium wood head.(Ping G15 Irons) The back weight moves the center of gravity toward the back of the club to assist in getting the ball airborne. Backspin The backward rotation of a golf ball in flight around a horizontal axis as caused by the club hitting the ball. The more loft on a club, the greater the backspin. Certain finishes on a club face (e.g., milling, brass-blasting) can also increase backspin. Balance Point The point where a shaft’s weight is evenly distributed in both directions when rested on a single point. Belly Putter Type of putter that positions the grip against the player’s stomach in order to create a pendulum effect from a relatively stable pivot point. Most belly putters are about 40″ in length. Belly putters generally are available in several lengths to accommodate different bellies. Bent (or Curved) Shaft A shaft designed for use in no-hosel putters, featuring a bend or bends within 5″ from the shaft tip. The curved shaft creates offset and face balancing. Beryllium Copper (BeCu) An alloy used to produce heads for some irons. More dense than stainless and some players claim it has a softer feel. Beryllium heads are easily identified by their copper coloration. Beta-Titanium An alloy of Titanium both harder and heavier than typical cast titanium. Big Butt Shaft Any shaft with a butt size over .620″. Bi-Metal Describes club heads constructed from two different materials, for instance, a stainless steel club head with a brass sole insert or brass sole rails. Bi-Matrix Shaft Patented by True Temper, the BI-Matrix is a shaft that contains both graphite and steel. BI-Matrix wood shafts have a steel tip section, with the remainder being made of graphite. BI-Matrix irons have a graphite tip for feel, with the remainder of the shaft being steel for control. Blade (or Face) The striking face of an iron head. Blade Style Head Blades are also known as muscle-back irons due to a possible concentration of weight directly behind the center of the club face. Predominately used by very experienced golfers. Boron A high strength element added to some graphite shafts to increase tip strength. Boron shafts are more expensive. Since the mid 1990′s boron has become less common as the technology of manufacturing graphite shafts has improved their strength and reduced torque considerably. Bounce The measurement from the leading edge of the club face to the groundline. Wedges typically have the most bounce in a set of clubs. Bounce helps these clubs go through sand and high grass easily. Bounce Angle When looking at the sole of a wedge you will notice the trailing edge hangs beneath the leading edge. This angle in relation to the ground plane is called bounce angle. Build-Up Tape Masking tape applied to the butt end of the shaft to increase grip size. A single layer of masking tape (.005″ thick) will increase grip size approximately 1/64″. Bulge The curvature of the face of a wood or metal wood from heel to toe. Bulge helps give corrective spin to shots hit on the toe or heel of the wood face. Butt (shaft butt) The grip end of the shaft. Butt Cap The plastic or rubber cap at the top end of the grip. Also called the “End Cap.” Camber The radius measurement of the sole of a club. A sole can be cambered from toe to heel, or from front to back, or both. Cavity Back An iron head with the weight is distributed toward the perimeter of the head. Cavity back irons are easily identified by their recessed area on the back of the head. Center of Gravity (CG) The point in a club head where all of the points of balance intersect. The lower the CG, the higher the ball flight. Higher CG clubs produce lower ball flight. Center-Shafted Hosel configuration where the shaft enters the head toward the center. Most common in putters. Chrome Plated Finish High-luster, shiny finish electrostatically applied to forged irons and to steel shafts. Component Parts used to assemble golf clubs. The three primary components of a golf club are the head, shafts and grips. Other components include ferrules, labels, tape, and epoxy. Compression The hardness of a golf ball, identified by a number – a higher number indicates a ball that requires more force to compress it. Lower compression balls flatten more when hit. 100 would be a high compression golf ball, 80 would be a low compression golf ball. Compression Molded Manufacturing method for graphite heads and face inserts where layers of graphite are placed upon one another and heat cured to create a clubhead or insert. Conforming Club A golf club that conforms to standards set by the USGA. Core (Grip) Inside diameter measurement of a grip, which determines the size of the grip. Core size does not match shaft butt sizes. The standard core size for a man’s grip is .620″, for a lady is .590″, but both use the same shaft butt size. Cover Outside surface of a golf ball. The cover may be one of any number of materials, Surlyn and balata being most common. Crown The top of the head of a wood or metal wood. It’s what the golfer sees at address. Cubic Centimeters (cc’s) Measurement of the volume of a wood head. Curved (or Bent) Shaft A shaft designed for use in no-hosel putters, featuring a bend or bends within 5″ from the shaft tip. The curved shaft creates offset and face balancing. Deep Face A club face with higher than average distance from the sole of the club to the crown. Deep face clubs have a higher CG and launch the ball on a lower trajectory. Diamond Face A face coating containing fine diamond crystals to enhance backspin and face wear. Primarily used on wedges. Die Cast Injection of material into a pre-formed die to form club heads. This process is generally used on lower-priced heads such as zinc alloy irons and aluminum alloy woods. It is also commonly used on putters made from brass and zinc. Driver The club that used to hit the ball for the first shot on a par 4 or par 5 hole. The longest hitting club in the set. Drivers commonly have lofts between 7 and 12 degrees. Driving Iron A golf club with low loft and a muscle or hollow body similar to a wood. The driving iron is a utility club most commonly used by golfers who have difficulty hitting their long irons. Face (or Blade) The striking face of an iron head. Face Angle Position of the club face relative to the intended line of ball flight. For right-handed golfers, a square face angle aligns directly at the target; an open face aligns to the right, while a closed face aligns left. Face Insert An epoxy, graphite or fibrous material in the center portion of the face on a wooden, composite, or metal head. Ferrule Decorative trim ring, directly on top of the hosel on many woods and irons. Flat Lie A lie flatter than specification. For example, if the spec is 60 degrees, a 2 degree flat club would have a lie angle of 58 degrees. Flex The relative bending properties of a golf club shaft. Flex is usually identified by a letter: L for ladies, (PING G15 Driver)A for senior, R for regular, S for stiff and X for extra stiff. Graphite shafts commonly use the term Firm instead of Stiff for Firm and Extra Firm graphite shafts. Flexible Face A golf club face designed to “flex” upon ball impact, potentially propelling the ball a longer distance than if the face did not flex. See also “Spring-Like Effect” or “Trampoline Effect”. Flow Weighting Head design where weight positioning shifts from one club to the next. For example, a #1 iron may have more weight concentrated on its toe, a #2 iron slightly less, and so on. Also called Progressive Weighting. Form Forged Iron club head manufacturing process in which a club is first investment cast from an alloy of carbon steel and then formed to shape through a series of forging dies. 431 Stainless Steel Stainless steel used in iron and putter head construction, not more than 20% carbon, 15-17% chromium, and 1.25-2.5% nickel, with the remainder being iron and a few trace elements. The most common iron making material in high quality irons. Softer than 17-4 stainless steel. Forged Titanium A method of wood head manufacture in which the body and sole of the head is forged from 100% pure titanium. The face and hosels are usually cast from 6-4 Ti. Forging Producing a golf club head from a series of forging dies stamping the head to final shape. Forged heads are made of softer metals than cast heads and require hand finishing and chrome plating. Gear Effect The effect that tends to cause a ball hit toward the toe or heel side of face center to curve back to the intended target line. Gooseneck A putter (or iron) that has an extremely offset hosel. Graphite Synthetic filament material used for shaft and head production, produced through a series of heating steps. Graphite fibers may differ greatly in strength and modulus. Grip Collar Plastic collar used to secure the bottom of a grip in place on the shaft. Most commonly seen on leather grips. Gunmetal Dark, almost black,(Ping Rapture V2 Irons) finish applied to the surface of iron heads for cosmetic reasons or to prevent rusting of a carbon steel head. Heel-Toe Weighting A type of club head design with weight positioned toward the heel and toe of the clubhead, resulting in stabilizing the clubhead (and produce straighter shots) on off-center impacts.

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by CORE-Materials

We have been in the golf business for many years and have bought shafts from every significant steel and graphite shaft maker. We find much greater quality differences in graphite shafts versus steel shafts, but the good news is that the quality of graphite has improved significantly over the past ten years. (Callaway RAZR X Irons)In fact the quality of graphite shafts and their affordability is much better than just two or three years ago. So, here are our short thoughts on shafts and why we use whom we do as suppliers.

In our opinion, the shaft is as important as the head of a golf club. In fact, we often find greater performance differences in using different graphite shafts with the same head than we do using different heads (provided the heads are made from the same materials) with the same shaft. (Callaway FT-iZ Hybrid)Did that make any sense to you? Well, it’s the truth. So, the bottom line: shafts are very important.

Strongly consider using graphite shafts in your woods if:

You are a woman
You are a senior
You are a baby boomer
You have joint problems
You want to play a longer driver
You have pretty good swing speed tempo and are younger
You are an average player who wants to play better

Strongly consider using graphite shafts in your irons if:

You are a woman
You are a senior
You are a baby boomer
You have joint problems
You love having graphite shafts in your woods?
You have a slower swing and want to add distance

So, what is the logic of our advice? Well, graphite shafts reduce the weight of your club (it is actually quite remarkable to feel the weight difference in an entire set of clubs made with steel versus graphite shafts)—this is good for all players, but especially women and seniors. Graphite shafts weigh from 50 grams to 85 grams, while steel shafts generally start at 120 grams. Graphite shafts reduce the shock at impact—this is good for women, seniors, aging baby boomers and those of us with joint problems. Graphite shafts allow for longer clubs—this is good for distance (but maybe not quite so good for control). Graphite shafts have greater construction alternatives so that they can be designed to affect the flight of the ball to a greater degree than steel shafts.

Who Makes Pinemeadow’s Graphite Shafts?

There is a much greater quality difference between graphite shaft makers than steel shaft makers. Aldila has been the #1 graphite shaft maker for as long as we have been in business. Why take any risk here? We know that with an Aldila graphite shaft we won’t have any breakage problems, whipping torques or other quality issues. And, their performance is superb. Enough said. We use Aldila graphite shafts for all our graphite shaft needs. However, for those of you who like to experiment and have your own favorites, we offer a variety of custom shaft upgrades.

What About Stainless Steel Shafts?

We use FM Precision, True Temper and Apollo for our steel shafts. The reasons are simple.(Callaway Diablo Forged Irons) They all make superior shafts, are long recognized as industry leaders, have very compatible steel shafts with each other and are extremely reliable. These shafts manufacturers are used by virtually every golf club manufacturer in the world today.

Golf Club Grips

Grips are the least expensive yet one of the most important parts of a golf club. Our most important advice is—change your golf grips often. Grips tend to oxidize, harden, get slick, and lose their grip over time. It is a two-edged sword—the grippier they are, the faster they lose that grip.

So, we have taken a position that attempts to cut it both ways. We buy the highest quality grips that have a greater than normal longevity, but not the absolute highest grip factor. This way, if you don’t re-grip when you are supposed to at least you will have good grips. But, we do recommend re-gripping often—it will have a positive effect on your game. It’s just like changing the oil in your car. Only every six months or 3,000 rounds. We also allow you to select from an excellent variety of custom upgrades for your grips.

by MoreThanGolf

In golf, how can you pick which club sets accommodates the paramount? Which kind of gear when you invest your hard earned money within? Choosing a different equipment could easily affect the round of golf. Steer clear of this without exceptions.

In order to allow you to help make informed selections, study this suggestions along with remember them when you’re purchasing your own initial golf clubs, whether it is golfing baseballs, golfing shoes or boots or perhaps golf equipment.

Do not be Scared To inquire about Queries

The very first thing that you ought to do is to check with. You could potentially request ones loved ones or perhaps close friends, co-workers or maybe the neighbors. Be sure that they actually perform playing golf. You never know however they could be directly into golf way too. Inquire further their particular views and have their recommendations on what kinds of apparatus count buying as well as what to prevent.

One more choice will be so that you can simply head into just about any keep and get his or her guidance. These kinds of go shopping personnel could be willing to express their particular thoughts along with suggestions for new people like you. All things considered, that they focus on fees really aren’t}that they? Not only is this an efficient method to find information, it is usually sensible, while maybe you are}currently in a golf keep and they also can certainly offer you tips.

Established Your own Goals For Golf

In the game of golf, you must remember to understand just what your objectives tend to be. Make sure to be realistic as well as take note of what you need instead of what you would like. If you can determine your own goals before going purchasing, it will save you plenty of time and expense. Through figuring out your goals, you could decide on the kinds of gear of which you’d actually need. You would likewise be able to decide on a brand new set of clubs in the useful manner, in lieu of shelling out too much effort and money about picking the game of golf gear you do not actually have to have.

Think additionally, with the purpose you’re considering golfing to begin with. Why not some other activity? Is it due to the fact you desire to become a member of your business lovers for a four-times-a-year video game? Or is it because you enjoy playing golf as well as would certainly invest your accessible hours dedicating you to it? After you get a focal points direct, you will discover that picking the sets you wish ideal is pretty quick.

End up being Sincere With regards to Your level of Curiosity And Commitment In The game of golf

Believe in yourself. How dedicated do you think you’re in order to playing golf? Now that you have chose to dedicate to golf clubs, be honest in regards to the effort and time that you’re ready to place into the action. Do you plan about trying to play usually? How often would you like in order to try out inside a week? Will there be lessons engaged? Should you be not sure about the programs next a good idea is so that you can purchase more cost-effective golf clubs. Nonetheless, if you just can not}hold out to get into the overall game along with are able to spend several hours mastering your own activity, and then you should probably imagine purchasing a more expensive equipment.

Must You opt for Second-hand As well as Fresh Sets?

Once more, you need to think about your ambitions and also targets. If you’re within the practice of trying out a hobby and then disregarding it from month or two, next it is easier for you to get applied club sets. They’re cheaper but just as useful while brand-new clubs. In case you all of a sudden determine which you have dropped deeply in love with the action and wish to devote your time and effort involved with it, and then proceed, buy fresh set of sets. Along with, in the event you decide in any other case, it’s possible to give the used established aside as well as sell along with other new golfers.

Acquaint Oneself With Golfing Shaft Alternatives

To all fresh people, it is shrewd to be able to observe the golfing the whole length that you will be utilizing. The actual make up of the golfing canal is based about whether it is graphite or perhaps metallic. The actual bend with the shaft unveils the amount the actual the whole length bends if the golf club is thrown.

Graphite will be a lot lighter in weight in comparison to metallic. Celebrate a more rapidly swing movement pace. On the other hand, metal is a bit more hard-wearing and hard. It is usually a great deal cheaper in comparison with graphite.

Since graphite is actually lighter in weight and simpler for you to swing, it is the best choice for women and also older folks. On the other hand, younger and better men usually opt for the regular along with rigid golf club shafts.

Decide which Golf club Is The Good for you

The best swing action can be priceless. People who’re at the moment beginning to study the methods to participate in require to select golf sets which have been particularly crafted to people using a larger handicap. The best option are the irons that considered throughout perimeter along with reinforced by simply hole. Furthermore, search from individuals hybrid sets. These types of have got lengthy irons (around 4- or perhaps 3- or even 5-) and so are on occasion tried simply by application golf equipment.

Don’t forget; think of your own goals, your targets and your needs. Doing this you’ll be able to find the golf equipment that is the most effective for you.

by JD Hancock

In playing golf, how do you decide which golf equipment suits you the best? Which type of equipment should you invest your money in? Choosing the wrong equipment could easily affect your golf game. Avoid this at all costs.

To let you make informed decisions, read the following guidelines and keep them in mind when you are shopping for your first golf equipment, be it golf balls, golf shoes or golf clubs.

Do Not Be Afraid To Ask Questions

The first thing that you should do is to ask around. You could ask your relatives or friends, colleagues or even your neighbours. Make sure that they do play golf. You never know but they might be into golf too. Ask them their opinions and get their recommendations on what types of equipment are worth buying and what to avoid.

Another option is for you to just walk into any store and get their advice. These shop assistants would be more than willing to share their opinions and ideas for new golfers like you. After all, they work on commisions aren’t they? Not only is this an efficient way to get information, it is also practical, as you’re already in a golf store and they can easily give you recommendations.

Set Your Goals For Playing Golf

In playing golf, you must remember to know what exactly your goals are. Remember to be realistic and pay attention to what you need rather than what you want. If you can identify your goals before you go shopping, it will save you lots of time and money. By identifying your goals, you would be able to select the types of equipment that you would really need. You would also be able to choose a new set of clubs in a practical manner, rather than spending too much time and money on choosing golfing equipment that you do not necessarily need.

Think also, of the reason you chose golf in the first place. Why not any other sport? Is it because you would like to join your business partners for a four-times-a-year game? Or is it because you really enjoy golf and would spend all your available hours devoting yourself to it? Once you get your priorities straight, you will find that choosing the golf equipment that suits you best is relatively easy.

Be Honest About Your Level Of Interest And Dedication In Playing Golf

Be true to yourself. How dedicated are you to playing golf? Now that you have decided to spend on golf equipment, be honest about the time and effort that you are willing to put into the game. Do you plan on playing often? How often do you want to practise in a week? Will there be lessons involved? If you are not sure about your plans then it is advisable for you to buy less costly golf clubs. However, if you just can’t wait to get into the game and are willing to spend hours perfecting your game, then you should probably think of investing in a more expensive set of clubs.

Should You Go For Second-hand Or Brand New Golf Equipment?

Again, you have to think about your goals and expectations. If you are in the habit of taking up a hobby and then forgetting it after a month or two, then it is better for you to buy used golf equipment. They are cheaper and yet just as effective as new clubs. Should you suddenly decide that you have fallen in love with the game and would like to dedicate your time and effort into it, then go ahead, invest in a brand new set of golf equipment. And, should you decide otherwise, you can always give the used set away or sell it to other new golfers.

Familiarise Yourself With Golf Shaft Options

To all new golfers, it is wise to pay attention to the golf shaft that you are using. The composition of the golf shaft would depend on whether it is graphite or steel. The flex of the shaft reveals how much the shaft bends when the club is swung.

Graphite is a lot lighter compared to steel. It creates a quicker swing speed. On the other hand, steel is more hard-wearing and tough. It is also a lot cheaper compared to graphite.

As graphite is lighter and easier to swing, it is the perfect choice for women and senior citizens. Meanwhile, younger and stronger men tend to opt for the regular and stiff shafts.

Decide Which Golf Club Is The Best For You

A perfect golf swing is invaluable. Golfers who are just now beginning to learn the ways to play need to choose golf clubs that are specifically catered to those with a higher handicap. The best choice would be the irons that weighed in perimeter and backed by cavity. Also, try looking at those hybrid sets. These have long irons (around 4- or 3- or 5-) and are at times substituted by utility clubs.

Remember; think of your goals, your expectations and your needs. That way you can pick the golf equipment that is the best for you.

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