Archive for May, 2006

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Should Wie stick to the LPGA?

Recent comments from professional men golfers differ on the question of whether Michelle Wie should play in the upcoming men’s U.S. Open. Golf fans apparently are more united in their opinions.

31May2006 | David Stargel | 0 comments | Continued
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Will Tiger play in the US Open?

There is a lot of speculation about how long Tiger will stay away from competitive golf following the death of his father from cancer. Most of the talk focuses on the streak he appears to be chasing: one set by Jack Nicklaus of playing in 146 consecutive majors.

25May2006 | David Stargel | 0 comments | Continued
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Which is better for the average golfer, graphite or steel shafts on your golf clubs?

Hey Golf Nut, I want to get a new set of irons but I’m not sure if I should get steel or graphite. I’m not that good a golfer and have graphite clubs now and I’m wondering if steel would help my accuracy.

23May2006 | David Stargel | 0 comments | Continued
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How did it end up 18 holes of golf?

Golf Nut, who set the standard for a round of golf at 18 holes instead of some other number? Have golf courses always been this length?

18May2006 | David Stargel | 1 comment | Continued
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Help with chipping consistency

Golf Nut, I have trouble with chipping consistently around the green. My full golf swing is decent and I putt relatively well. But one time I may chip it very close and one putt and the next I might pop up a chip and leave it 20 feet short. It’s almost like I [...]

15May2006 | David Stargel | 2 comments | Continued
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What is the best way to use lead tape on golf clubs?

I just got a new Titliest driver. I’m having trouble hitting the high draw that I am aiming to hit and was wondering what positive effects lead tape would have on the bottom of the golf club. And where should the tape go to impact my golf swing the most.

12May2006 | David Stargel | 4 comments | Continued
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Unplayable golf ball question.

Dear Golf Nut, we recently had a strange golf rules situation and had a disagreement over the rules interpretation. My shot had come to rest in bounds but right next to a yellow jacket nest, which was underground. There was no way for me to hit the golf ball without disturbing the nest [...]

8May2006 | David Stargel | 2 comments | Continued
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Stretching for your golf swing before teeing off

Golf Nut, I know that before you play a round of golf, you should stretch really well because it will help you have a smooth relaxed golf swing. But sometimes we are running really late and can barely get the golf clubs into the golf cart without being late. Do you have any [...]

7May2006 | David Stargel | 4 comments | Continued
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Sometimes golf is about how good your worst golf swing is

Golf is a constant struggle for most amateur golfers. We struggle with our golf swing, think about getting new golf clubs to help our game, even trying every new golf tip that comes along. Sometimes we just need to keep to realize that the game is hard for everyone and there will be [...]

6May2006 | David Stargel | 1 comment | Continued