At The Golfer’s Gear, we are committed to helping you play better golf by addressing all aspects of the game. Golf has such a steep learning curve and it’s easy to get frustrated and possibly lose interest in the beginning of your journey. But once you get the “golf bug” this amazing sport will likely be around for the rest of your life.
Our goal is to help you speed up that learning curve by helping you create strong fundamentals, use the right equipment, avoid common practice mistakes, and improve your short game. Paired with great course management and mental golf skills, you can become a complete player from tee to green.
Click on one of the above categories to start learning about different golf tips and tricks for fast improvement. Just remember, golf swing changes don’t happen overnight but if you stick with it, you can reach almost any golf goal. Whether you want to break 100, 90, or 80, we’re here to help.
So much of the golf swing happens before you ever take the club away to begin your backswing. In the setup and fundamentals section we’ll help you learn more about the golf stance, alignment, and grip.
Because if these parts of your game are incorrect at address position, it’s going to be nearly impossible to hit the golf ball consistently. This is why the best golfers in the world are always working on their setup at the driving range.
As sports psychologist Dr. Bob Rotella said, “A golfer has to train his swing on the practice tee, then trust it on the course.” Learn to trust your golf swing by dialing in your fundamentals in practice to avoid bad habits down the road.
What Is a Strong Golf Grip & How It Can Impact Your Swing Contents Your grip plays a massive role in your total golf swing. So many swing issues arise from how you hold the golf club. Yet, a lot of times players try to change everything else from tempo,
What Causes The Shanks? (& How To Fix Them) Contents A golf shank is one of the three worst shots that can happen in our amazing but challenging sport. I think the other two that nearly rival the hosel rocket is a topped shot (especially on the first tee shot)
How To Stop Slicing Your Driver: 7 Top Tips For a Straighter Tee Shot Contents How many times have you thought, “Why do I keep slicing the driver?” If you’re suffering from a slice, you need to address this issue head on. While you might have been playing with this
Golf Ball Position: Correct Stance From Driver to Putter Contents If you want to play better golf, master your setup. The setup is the most important part of the game. Not your tempo, backswing, or downswing. Sure, those play a pivotal role, but they are not as important as setup.
Golf Stance 101: Everything You Need To Know For a Great Setup Contents When it comes to improving your golf game, most people look for the next fancy gadget or quick fix. Whether it’s speed training, a new driver, or a different type of putter. We always want something that
Improve Your Golf Grip in 7 Steps Contents If you want to swing a club correctly, then you’ll need to grip it correctly. A good grip will amend your slice, give you better consistency and help you to improve your game. So, with this in mind, how can you improve
The golf swing is one of the most unnatural motions in all sports. Even professional athletes from other sports struggle when picking up the game of golf (but they typically fall in love with the challenge, just ask Michael Jordan).
In our “Golf Swing” section learn the fundamentals of building a consistent and repeatable swing. From understanding the proper wrist angles, swing sequence, how to increase swing speed for more distance, and finally fix that dreaded slice.
Also, it’s important to know that every golfer is different and there is no “one size fits all swing.” The best coaches always work with a players natural ability and swing instead of trying to get them to fit into a specific mold.
The more you can “swing your swing” the better you will play when it matters most. Learn from our golf swing tips and try to fix one issue at a time in your swing to avoid overwhelm and make progress on the driving range.
What Is a Single Plane Golf Swing? Pros & Cons of a Single Plane Swing Contents Is your swing in trouble and making you contemplate the game? Are you looking for a new way to swing the golf club and become a more consistent player? Do you want a simpler
Golf Swing Tips: 12 Steps to a Consistent Golf Swing Contents Becoming an elite player in golf isn’t easy. According to the USGA, the average golfer has a 14.2 handicap, which means they can barely break 90. So if you want to start breaking 80 or even 70, just know
Top of the Backswing: What You Need to Know Contents There are so many moving parts of the golf swing it’s easy to get overwhelmed and not know what to focus on. But to play your best it’s vital that you learn how to self diagnose and know your swing
Golf Swing Tempo: How to Swing Like the Pros Contents Not all golf advice is created equal. Believe it or not, some classic pieces of golf advice might actually be hurting your golf game. One of those golf lessons that I still hear a lot on the driving range is
Understanding Wrist Action In The Golf Swing Contents Your wrists control the clubface and play a major role in the golf swing. If you want to improve your accuracy and overall ball striking, it might be time to start looking at your wrist action. While a lot of golfers think
How To Increase Swing Speed: Our Top 6 Tips For More Speed Contents Speed is changing the way golf is played. Bryson DeChambeau has been the tip of the spear in the quest for endless swing speed and distance. In less than a year, he went from 175 to 190mph
While everyone has their own unique swing, great ball strikers have one thing in common – a great impact position. At the end of the day, there are a lot of ways to swing the club back and unwind on the downswing… but the moment of truth is the impact position.
In the ball striking section, learn how to become a more consistent golfer by addressing big issues like topping shots or hitting shanks. Once you overcome some of the most common problems in golf, then dive into learning more about hitting more fairways, mastering long irons, and putting backspin on the golf ball.
Just remember, solid ball striking comes from a great foundation of grip, stance, ball position, and alignment. Master the fundamentals and everything else in golf gets a lot easier.
Golf Push Shot: How to Stop Pushing Shots Right Contents Are you missing shots on the right side of the golf course all day long? If so, it’s time to address your golf push shot so you can hit more fairways and greens (so you can start shooting lower scores).
Hybrid Ball Position: Set Up Correctly For a Pure Strike Contents Hybrids make golf easier. But if you’re like a lot of golfers I’m sure you’ve asked, “Where should the ball be in my stance when hitting a hybrid?” It’s a great question because if your ball position is incorrect,
How To Hit Long Irons Like a Pro: 7 Tips For Better Ball Striking Contents Most golfers struggle hitting long irons. As Lee Trevino famously said, “If you are caught on a golf course during a storm and are afraid of lightning, hold up a 1-iron. Not even God
How To Hit a Stinger Like Tiger Woods Contents Few things in life are as rewarding as a well struck golf shot. It’s the reason we work so hard at the driving range, buy new clubs, read endless golf content, and watch the sport on TV. Always looking for a
How to Hit a Hybrid Club Consistently Every Time Contents Hybrids are a gift from the Golf Gods. I’m convinced these mythical beings got tired of seeing golfers struggle with hard to hit long irons and gave an engineer the idea for a smaller fairway wood. Thus… the hybrid was
How to Stop Topping the Golf Ball Contents Golf can lead to some embarrassing moments on the course. Perhaps one of the most embarrassing and frustrating shots of all time is a topped shot. This type of shot barely goes anywhere and you’re left with a very similar shot on
Most golfers love to spend time on the driving range tinkering with their swing but that’s only half the battle. You can have a great long game but if your chipping and pitching are lacking, you’ll never reach your scoring potential.
The truth is, even if you have the ball striking of Tiger Woods or Ben Hogan, you will miss greens in regulation. Even the best golfers in the world only hit about 60% of greens each round, which is why it’s vital to develop a strong short game.
In the pitching and chipping section you will learn how to become an artist with your wedges. You will learn how to create different wedge distances, master basic shots like the bump and run, and specialty shots like the flop. Plus, learn how to overcome your fear of the sand so you can escape bunkers like a professional golfer.
Bump and Run 101: How To Get It Up and Down Contents A bump and run is one of the most trusty shots in golf. While it might not have the appeal of a high flop shot, it’s a lot more reliable. In a game where crazy things happen all
Golf Wedge Distances [46, 52, 56 & 60 Degrees Averages] Contents Watching golf on TV is fun and entertaining but it can hurt your game by creating unrealistic expectations. Here’s what I mean… As you sit on your couch admiring their perfect swings, it’s easy to think they always hit
Golf Chipping Best Practice: How to Develop The Most Consistent Shot in Golf Contents When you miss the green in regulation, do you get nervous and anxious about your chip shot? Or, do you have tons of confidence in your short game? If you’re in the first group, just know
7 Golf Short Game Tips to Save 7+ Shots per Round Contents The more I play this crazy game, the more I’m convinced the fastest way to drop shots is by working on your short game. I once had a coach say, “Spend twice as much time practicing inside 125
How to Put Backspin on a Golf Ball With Confidence Contents Backspin is like a unicorn in the golf world. Everyone wants to have it, but very few golfers can find it. Because let’s get real, backspin is awesome and usually a sign of a good player. Whenever you’re watching
8 Golf Short Game Tips Every Golfer Needs For Lower Scores Contents Golf’s a funny game. Most players want to shoot lower scores, yet they practice parts of the game that don’t make a difference. Think about it, when you go to the golf course, chances are most people are
Putting is nothing like the golf swing.
As the great Ben Hogan once said, “There is no similarity between golf and putting; they are two different games, one is played in the air, and the other is on the ground.”
Putting frustrated Ben Hogan as he is one of the best ball strikers of all time but struggled on the greens. In our putting section, you will learn how to become a consistent putter and master the shots that matter most. Because even with a great swing and solid short game, low scores aren’t guaranteed.
Most golfers use their putter for more than 30-40% of all shots during the round. And for so many players, it’s their kryptonite on the course even though it’s a short distance to the hole.
In our putting section, learn different grip styles (like the claw), how to avoid 3-putts from long range, the art of green reading, and how to make short putts like a pro. Mastering your flat stick will help you shoot lower scores fast and give you tons of confidence on the course.
Is a Center Shafted Putter Right For You? [Our Top Picks] Contents Is your putting holding you back from shooting your best scores? If so, you might need a new putter for a fresh look and more confidence. But instead of swapping your putter for another new putter with the
Claw Putting Grip: The Secret to Better Putting? Contents Putting is one of the most important parts of golf. As I’m sure you know, there’s nothing worse than having an ice-cold putter. It’s so frustrating to hit good drives, hit greens, and struggle to two-putt. Not only can a cold
15 Putting Tips to Transform Your Short Game Contents Putting is everything in golf. A hot putter can mask a bad ball striking day and make a good one even better. A cold putter can do the opposite, making for a tough day on the links. But how many putts
Lag Putting: The Secret to Becoming a Clutch Putter Contents If you’re like most golfers you probably fear 40 or 50 foot putts and think, “Don’t three-putt it.” For a lot of golfers, hitting long putts is about as scary as hitting out of the sand. But as you will
How To Read Greens In Golf and (Sink More Putts) Contents Putting is nothing like the full swing in golf. As ball striking legend Ben Hogan said, “There is no similarity between golf and putting; they are two different games, one is played in the air and the other on
7 Golf Short Game Tips to Save 7+ Shots per Round Contents The more I play this crazy game, the more I’m convinced the fastest way to drop shots is by working on your short game. I once had a coach say, “Spend twice as much time practicing inside 125
Most golfers practice the wrong way.
As Harvey Penick said, ““Every day I see golfers out there banging away at bucket after bucket. If I ask them what they’re doing, they say, ‘What does it look like I’m doing, Harvey? I’m practicing!’ Well, they’re getting exercise all right. But few of them are really practicing.”
While showing up to golf practice is half the battle, it’s essential to practice the right way and avoid common mistakes. Otherwise, it’s a waste of time, energy, and money. Not to mention, golf is the only sport where you can spend hours practicing and actually get worse.
In this section, you will learn the drills and tips to actually help you make progress on the practice tee. Learn about the best alignment drills, golf practice fundamentals, and more tips for beginner players to make the most of each moment. Plus, learn how to practice at home or indoors during the off season too.
Golf Tips For Beginners: 10 Top Tips to Improve Your Game Contents It’s hard to argue that golf is one of the most addictive sports in the world. When people catch the “golf bug” it usually has them for the rest of their lives. Which is pretty awesome, because you
Simple Alignment Stick Golf Drills To Improve Your Game Contents What if a $15 training aid could transform your golf game? I know, it sounds too good to be true but it’s the truth. Alignment sticks are one of the best tools to help you transform your golf game, even
Golf Practice Fundamentals – How to Make the Best of Each Session Contents How many times have you gone to the driving range to work on your game, only to leave feeling frustrated? Feeling like you didn’t get better and actually might have regressed? If so, just know that you’re
Course management is one of the most important parts of golf. Even if all parts of your game are dialed on the course, if you don’t make the right decisions, you’ll never reach your true potential.
As Jack Nicklaus said, “Golf is 90% mental and 10% physical.” Sure, grooving a consistent swing is needed to help you break 100, 90, or 80 but it’s not everything. You need to learn how to navigate the course so you can salvage a score when your swing disappears mid-round.
In this section, learn how to avoid blow up holes, how to play the percentages, and what it takes to score well, even on a “bad” day. You will also learn more about the best tee box strategies, how to play golf in the wind, and more mental game tips to help you score more consistently.
How to Break 100 in Golf: 7 Strategies Contents Are you ready to break 100 in golf and finally start shooting in the 90s (or better)? If so, this is the article for you. Breaking 100 is a big deal for most golfers as it signals that your game is
How To Break 90: Our Top Tips For Consistently Breaking 90 Contents Golf is so great because no matter how good you get, chances are you always want to get better. The first task for so many players is breaking 100 and getting your score into double digits. Then, it’s
How to Break 80: 9 Tips For Lower Scores Contents Shooting a 79 is so much better than an 80. While it’s only one stroke, it means a big difference to the majority of players. If you’re like most golfers, chances are you want to learn how to break 80
Golf is a wildly hard game and playing the wrong equipment only makes it more difficult. As golf continues to soar in popularity, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with all the equipment choices. But the wrong choice can negatively affect your game and be a costly mistake.
In this section, we’ll break down the most important pieces of golf equipment you need. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced player, we have plenty of articles to help you buy golf gear with confidence.
Learn the best golf balls for your swing speed, the right club heads for your game, and how shafts play a huge role in your swing. Plus, we’ll cover best practices on maintaining your equipment, deciding on different types of clubs (ex. Hybrids vs. long irons), and understanding your club length and lie angle.
We’ll make it easy for you to upgrade your golf equipment and play clubs that make golf a little easier.
5 Wood vs. 3 Hybrid: Settling the Debate Contents If you’re like most golfers, I’m sure you’ve wondered… “Is it better to have a 5 wood or 3 hybrid?” It’s a good question because both clubs can help from that pesky 180-230 yard range depending on your swing speed. This
PXG Fitting Review Contents If you’re like most golfers you’ve probably wondered… should I get custom fit golf clubs? It’s a good question and today we’ll answer it, plus share our experience of a PXG fitting review. Let’s start with who should get fit for clubs… I think anyone who
Small Head Drivers: Do You Need One? Contents There is one club that most everyday players struggle with more than others… the driver. But if you want to get better and play your best golf ever, you need to make driver your best friend. Otherwise, you’re just making golf harder
Is a Center Shafted Putter Right For You? [Our Top Picks] Contents Is your putting holding you back from shooting your best scores? If so, you might need a new putter for a fresh look and more confidence. But instead of swapping your putter for another new putter with the
Best Golf Club Brands: Our Top Picks In 2023 Contents In golf, the clubs you play can make a huge difference to shooting lower scores. For example, switching from a Mizuno driver to a Callaway driver might add 10+ yards to your tee ball. Switching from a TaylorMade wedge to
How Does a Golf Rangefinder Work? Contents Did you know that laser rangefinders aren’t a new invention at all? According to Blue Tees Golf, “The very first rangefinder was developed by a Scottish company called Barr and Stroud in the 1880s. It wasn’t until World War II when the first
No matter how long you play this game, you can never master this addicting but oftentimes frustrating sport. Golf is like life in the sense that you always have to learn and grow to get to the next level.
In our general tips section you’ll learn about all things golf; from the average score, average distance per club, and different types of golf games to make the sport even more enjoyable. Plus, we’ll cover common golf terms and rules to make sure you understand the game and have a great experience with friends and strangers alike.
7 Most Popular Golf Betting Games & How To Play Them Contents Golf is a great game whether you’re playing solo or out with friends. But when you play the right golf betting games it makes it 10X more fun. The great thing about golf is that you can play
Night Golf: The Definitive Guide To Playing Golf at Night Contents One of my earliest memories of playing this great game was night golf. A small executive course near my house had 9-hole golf tournaments that didn’t start until it was dark. Once you checked in you received two glow
Golf Handicap Explained: A Definitive Guide to the Golf Handicap System Contents Handicaps make golf great for all types of players and millions of players have a golf handicap. In fact, according to the USGA, “There are approximately 15 million golfers worldwide who have a Handicap Index and there are
The Top 10 Best Golfers of all Time Contents Who is the greatest golfer of all time? Tiger, Jack, Arnie, or someone else? Today, we’ll review who we think are the best golfers of all time, which isn’t easy after all the amazing players over the years. Comparing great athletes
What Is The Average Golf Score? (& How To Improve It) Contents Golf is all about numbers. We spend so much time calculating our average distances, carry numbers on the course, approach shot distances, and of course, score. Most golfers are always looking to improve their score by any means
Average Golf Club Distance: How Far Should You Hit Each Club Contents Distance is one of the most discussed topics in the world of golf. While LIV Golf and the PGA Tour have taken over recent discussions, the distance debate is always happening in the background. The governing boards of
