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Clubface Angle & Clubface to Path

Clubface Angle & Clubface to Path

April 11, 2022

Clubface Angle at impact is the direction the clubface is pointed (right or left) at impact and is  measured relative to the target line. Most golfers refer to this as having an “open” or “closed”  clubface. The optimal face angle depends on the type of shot the golfer wants to play.  

Ball Flight Examples

Note: Clubface to Path is the angle difference between face angle and clubhead path and is defined by face angle minus club path. Face to path is a key factor in determining the curvature  (spin axis) of a golf shot. A positive face to path means the face is pointed to the right of the  club’s (horizontal) path and a negative face to path means that the club face is pointed to the left  of the club’s (horizontal) path regardless of handedness (right- or left-handed golfer) when using  many launch monitor type measuring devices. Other launch monitors will use the “left” or  “right” designations in relation to the path direction or target line at the professional’s discretion.  It is important to understand the reference point of the data being delivered for accurate analysis.  There are three general descriptions listed below for clubface angle. However, clubface angle is  measured in degrees. 

  • Square 
  • Open 
  • Closed 

The ball’s starting direction on full swing shots generally is between 61% and 83% toward the  face angle on a center face strike, with higher numbers when the dynamic loft is lower. At slower  speeds with a putter for example, the clubface angle can account for over 90% of the ball’s initial  direction. Note that clubface angle to clubhead path are not relative to the target line. 

Example: For a right-handed player to hit a fade, the clubface is angled to the right of the  clubhead path and vice versa to hit a draw. 

Assuming a centered impact, the following examples are provided to show how clubface angle  and clubhead path influence ball curvature. 

  • -2 degree clubface angle to clubhead path = 19 yards of left curvature 
  • +5 degree clubface angle to clubhead path = 44 yards of right curvature 
  • +2 degree clubface angle to clubhead path = 14 yards of right curvature
  • • -5 degree Clubface angle to clubhead path = 32 yards of left curvature 
  • +2 degree clubface angle to clubhead path = 8 yards of right curvature 
  • -5 degree clubface angle to clubhead path = 20 yards of left curvature
  • +2 degree clubface angle to clubhead path = 6 yards of left curvature 
  • -5 degree clubface angle to clubhead path = 14 yards of right curvature Effect – Distance and Direction. 

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Why are all golf swings different?

Why are all golf swings different?

April 11, 2022

Why are all Golf Swings Different?

Understanding why all golf swings are different is very important. All beginning instructors need to remember that all golf swings are as unique as a fingerprint. It tells us that there is no one way to do it.

The next question is:

“What are the things that make all swings unique?”

The following is a catalog of considerations to help identify individual differences in your swing:

  1.  Desired ball flight (fade, draw, high, low, etc.)
  2. The golfer’s body type and length of the body segments—tall and thin, short and stocky, medium build, toned and muscular, long bones or short bones
  3. Flexibility level
  4. Muscularity and strength in the upper body and lower body
  5. Eye dominance (right vs. left)
  6. Right-handed vs. left-handed
  7. Neuromuscular control and athleticism
  8. Tension level in the hands, arms, and shoulders

Source: PGA of America

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Beginners Golf: Interested in golf lessons? Here are your options

Beginners Golf: Interested in golf lessons? Here are your options

January 31, 2022

Are you or anyone you know looking to get into the sport of golf in San Diego, CA? Whether you are a pro or have some experience playing the game, taking private or group golf lessons can be an excellent way to improve your skills and learn new techniques. With qualified instructors available throughout San Diego, there are many great options for those looking to start or advance their golf.

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14 Measurements to Consider When Buying Golf Clubs 

14 Measurements to Consider When Buying Golf Clubs 

December 27, 2021

14 Things to Look for When Buying Golf Clubs - a complete list of measurements for your reference. When shopping for a new set of clubs in San Diego, it's important to know the measurements that define each club in order determine which one will be most suitable. These include: length from heel-toe (including grip), width at thick part and thinness/ thickness towards end; depth below rim or crown along with height off ground - all divided by 18 approximately because there are guts involved!Grip Size

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The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Golf

The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Golf

December 01, 2021

Thinking about learning how to play golf? Well, you're not alone. Almost 25 million people picked up golf in 2020. This beautiful sport is a great way to exercise, relax, enjoy the fresh air outside, or provide an opportunity for you to finally bond with your father-in-law this holiday season. It all depends on the experience you are hoping to create with golf. Regardless, if you’ve stumbled upon this guide, it looks like you are one of the millions of people out there in the world looking to begin their golfing journey. That's where we come in as Golf Upgrades specializes in helping our beginner's learn to play golf.

Our goal at Golf Upgrades is to improve your golf with our golf instruction & products. However, getting started with golf is no easy task. Luckily, we created this guide to help you learn to play golf and the steps you need to get started.

Keep reading to learn more, or use the chapter links below to jump ahead. 

What is Golf? 

Golf is a sport in which players, referred to as golfers, use various golf clubs to hit a golf ball into a hole. A series of golf holes in one general location is considered a golf course. When a golf swing is made with a golf club that strikes the golf ball, this is referred to as a stroke. The goal of golf is to get the golf ball in the hole in as few strokes as possible. In other words, your golf score is how many golf strokes you take during the course of the round. Unlike bowling or basketball, the lowest score is the best score in golf.

 

How to Play Golf?

There are different ways to play the game of golf. The most popular ways to play golf include:

  1. Playing a round of golf at the golf course
  2. Going to the driving range to hit golf balls
  3. Putting on a Putting Green
  4. Going to an indoor golf facility to play a virtual round of golf
  5. Mini Golf

Additional Topics to learn:

  1. The History of Golf
  2. The Pros and Cons of Learning How to Play Golf
  3. 10 Benefits of Playing Golf
  4. Golf Statistics
  5. How Much does it Cost to Play Golf?
  6. What equipment do I need to play Golf?
  7. Importance of Hiring a Coach
  8. Different Ways to Golf
  9. How to Start Playing Golf
  10. How to Practice Golf
  11. Is Golf Safe?
  12. Keys to Learning how to Golf

 

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