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If anyone is searching about what is birdie means in golf then I am a bit sure that the person is new in the golf world or the person is a big fan of golf. I like to congratulate the person. However, let us start with the main topic of why we are here today.

Basically, birdie is the term related to par ultimately related to the scoring system. When a player takes one less par to hit the hole then it is called birdie. Also, there are many terms like birdie related to the scoring system. If you are a new golfer or a big golf fan then stay with us because today we will discuss about all of these terms.

What is a birdie in golf?

Before we begin with the terms related to the par we should discuss about the part itself. The par is a very simple term. Almost all the beginners and the fans know about this term I hope. But if anyone does not know about this then they do not have to feel guilty.

The par is the determined number of strokes for a hole. The par number is determined by the length of the distance of each hole from the teeing ground. For each hole, the number of par can be three to five or even more. Also, the number of par is determined by how many strokes a skilled player needs to complete a hole. In short, the par number is determined by the length of the golf course and player skill.

Terms related to the golf scoring system

As we said before there are many terms related to the scoring system like the birdie including an eagle, albatross, ace, bogey, etc. These terms are simple scoring system and these are very easy to understand. However, for a beginner, these may be very hard to understand. So we will describe about these terms one by one in easy words. Hope one will understand these easily.

Birdie- Simply birdie is called when a player hits the hole with one stroke under par. If it still seems complicated then here is an example that will clear things. Suppose the number of par to complete a hole is 4. If anyone hits the hole with 3 par then it will be called a birdie. The player will feel superior to others who took 4 par to hit the hole.

Eagle- As eagle is a large bird therefore the term eagle is known as a better scoring system than birdie. The Eagle happens when a player takes two under par to hit the hole. That means for a par 4 hole the player will take 2 shots to hit the hole. For par 5 the player will take 3 shots and for par 3 the player will take only 1 shot. A highly skilled player will definitely try to achieve an eagle. Mostly the American golfers try to achieve the eagle as their national symbol is the eagle.

Albatross- The albatross is also known as a double eagle among US golfers. If a golfer takes three under par to hit the hole then it will be called albatross. Basically, this happens mostly in the par 5 holes. In simple words, if a golfer hits a par 5 hole in just two shots then it will be called albatross. A player can also achieve albatross in par 4 hole.

In 1935 during the final round of the Masters Tournament, the Gene Sarazen hit the first ever popular albatross. Achieving the albatross is very difficult. Therefore only fewer players can achieve the albatross in the game. A player who achieves the albatross must enjoy oneself and must celebrate.

Ace- This is the top score in golf. Only players with extremely high skills can achieve the ace. Those types of players are known as legends. The ace occurs when a player hits the hole with just one shot. Generally is can be seen on the par 3 or par 4 holes. The player who hits the hole with just one single shot will get a '1' tag on the scorecard.

Also, there is a rule that says if anyone hits the whole with just one shot then the person has to buy an adult drink to the person's group to celebrate. I feel like this is definitely an improper rule. The group members should buy a drink for the person who achieved the ace.

The above described terms are known as achievements. These will improve the score and a player who achieves one of these will be known as a skilled player. Others will appreciate those players.

Terms used for more strokes than par

After reading the terms of the achievements now one may be wondering what would be the terms if a player takes more shots to hit the hole. The term known for using extra stroke to hit a hole is Bogey.

Bogey- Bogey is called when a player takes extra shots to hit a hole. Some people call it a bad stroke and others call it a failure. If a player takes 5 shots to hit a par 4 hole then for the extra shot it will be called a bogey. If a player takes two extra shots for a par 4 hole then it would be called double bogey and so on. It is not often seen that a handicap player completed a tournament without any bogey.

Bogey is common in every tournament. But double bogey, a triple bogey, and so on will hamper the performance and score of a player. Also, these reduce the confidence of a player.

Here is a table for the scoring term and the meaning of the term in short.

Golf scoring system

Hope that after reading the above part thing have gotten quite easier to understand. Now one may be able to understand how the scoring happens in golf. The score of a player is determined by comparing the number of strokes the player took to hit the hole with the defined par for the hole. If a player takes two strokes more than the defined par and still unable to hit the hole then the player should leave the hole and proceed to the next par. Because there is no possibility to get any point from that hole. After completing the round the total number of the player is given by combining all the scores the player achieved for each hole.

Here is a table of the numbering system specified by the USGA.

This is also known as the traditional scoring system. Here the highest number a player gets is 6 which is for condor or for 4 strokes under the defined par. Basically, the condor is seen in the par 5 holes or more.

On the other hand, the lowest point is 0. If a player takes two or more than the defined par then the player gets 0. In other words, it can be said that the player has no chance of scoring in this hole anymore.

Modified scoring system

In professional golf, the traditional scoring system has been modified. The modified golf scoring systems lead the golfers to play aggressively. You will understand why I call it an aggressive play after you see the scoring table.

Here is the table of the modified scoring system.

I hope that you have understood why I called it an aggressive play. According to this scoring system if a player hits the hole with 3 under par then the player gets +8 points which a huge achievement for a golfer. Therefore all the players will try to hit the hole with under par which leads the game to be aggressive.

History of the birdie

According to a pass down history, in 1899 two brothers named Ab Smith and William Poultney and one of their friends George Crump were playing together at the Atlantic City Country Club. Ab Smith hits the ball and came six inches close to the cup within the 2^nd stroke of par 4. After that, he told that "My ball is so close to the cup I say it is a birdie of a shot. I suggest whenever one hits a ball with under par that player receives double compensation." The other two golf members agreed on that. The Atlantic City Country Club is a resort. At that time there were many American golfers in that resort. The term birdie caught their eyes and it spread all across the American golfers. As it was a fancy name all the American golfers liked it and approved it. MIn the 19^th century, the term birdie was used to be the equivalent of calling something cool and excellent. After the term birdie spread following the term birdie golfers invented eagle, albatross, and so on.

Some other golf terms for beginners

In the above part, we have discussed about the basic scoring terms that will help a beginner to know the game very well. Now we will discuss about some other terms that will help a beginner to know the game well enough.

Caddie- Some golfers in the field seem to be assisted by some person. The person carries the golfer bag and the person provides advice to the golfers during the game. The person will help the player how to shot for lower scores and how to improve the game. That means the person will have extra knowledge about the course and the game. These types of persons are known as a caddie.

Some of the caddies are called fore-caddie. These types of caddies would not carry the golfer bag and they may ride by on a cart. They will locate the ball for the golfers and advice the team on how to improve the game.

Fore- If a golfer strokes the ball without knowing the situation and if there is a golfer standing ahead in the course then the player who stroked the ball will shout fore. The term is used to alert the golfers who are in danger ahead. Whenever you hear a golfer is shouting fore then run without thinking anything and take cover in a safe place.

Tee box- The term tee box is known by all golfers. It is the place from where a player tees off for the hole. However, if one is a beginner then the person must know that the person should tee off the ball from behind the tee mark, or else the person will get one shot penalty.

Fairway- There is an area in the course between the tee off place and the green. The palace is known as the shorter mown area. The area is suitable to hit reach the green with ease. Also, golfers will be able to understand which club they should use to reach the hole. This area is known as the Fairway.

Rough- The term rough is used for those areas where the grass is very long. Basically, it is the area around the green and the fairway. A golfer must try their best to avoid hitting the rough or else they will face too much difficulty to take their next shot.

Green- The area where the cup and the flag are situated is known as green. A player should try to hit the green with fewer shots. It will help the player to score low.

Conclusion

In the golf world, newbie golfers face problems with understanding the terms in golf. They also face problems understanding the scoring system. That is why today we have discussed about the golf terms and the scoring system. By reading this article one will have a clear conception of the terms and the scoring system of golf.

Golf is a game that is played in a large open field where players strike the ball with various clubs. The average size of golf courses is between 100 and 190 acres. Golf is a game of every age. It is a popular game and can be played by men, women, children with enjoyment.

Golf is derived from Dutch word ‘kolve’ or ‘kolf’ which means club. It can be called an ancient game as it lasts many years. The modern golf game originated in Scotland in the 15 centuries. There are many debates about the invention of this game.

Why is Golf so Popular?

Whenever it is talked about golf’s popularity a name will shake on mind automatically, and that is ‘Tiger Woods’. He is one of the reasons why many people are attracted to golf. There was a time when people used to think that golf is the play of rich and white people buy in 21 centuries, he made golf popular among all classes of people and inspired them to play the game.

Golf is a game of choice and its availability makes it more popular. golf is found everywhere in most countries, especially in the United State. people can play in their leisure time as it is far from city life. There are many other reasons for the popularity of golf. Some rationality is given below.

Environment of Play

Usually, golf has a beautiful environment to play. Every golf course is an open field far from populated areas surrounded by trees, lakes etc. It automatically brings relaxation to the player and the audiences for the natural environment. Most popular golf courses are green, a place of leisure. Not only that, golf courses also have food, entertainment which makes people forget their pressure from work which make it more popular especially among the rich people.

Improve Business Relationship

Many successful and rich people play golf for relaxation and enjoyment. They play golf and talk about their business important issues and other matters which helps to improve business relationships with others. One can share their views with others to improve new movement to the step of success business.  It works as a network of build and improve relationships. People get many opportunities for business deals in golf courses as they play and talk with colleagues and other businessmen.

Relaxation

Golf is good for one’s mental health. An 18 round hole can be called mental exercise. Golf brings happiness by reducing the stress, depression which helps those who have panic attacks. People usually play golf for relaxation by environment, friend, family, etc. which make it popular among people and bring peace of mind. It helps to forget all the pressure as it brings full concentration on the game.

It can be Played in a Team or Individual: 

This game can be played solo or in a team. People can enjoy themself and challenge themself. people play it against themselves when they play solo. Also, they can team up with friends and family to play in a team. It can be played as a pair, three ball, four ball etc. as it has many varieties. So, its depends on the quantity of players.

People can Play it in Any Age: 

Any age, people like young, old all can play this game with pleasure. It can also play all your life as it has a strategy of mind. Tiger Woods started to play the game when he was two, and the oldest golfer is 103 years old. So, it clearly shows there is no age limit of the player whereas most of the games has fixed age limits.

Social Game:

It is a social game which is fairly played by players with friends, family. Husband-wife, parents-children also play golf together to have a good time and spend quality time. People also play golf or join golf clubs to make friends. They can meet with many people they never met before. People talk about life, work, etc. in the club which make it more social and popular.

Profession is longer:

In golf anyone's profession is longer than other sports as it can be played at any age and allows them to play on old age. Other professionals also come to play golf after their retirement.

Benefits of Golf:

Though Golf is a game, it has different benefits which makes it more popular. They are given below:

Helps People to Stay Healthy:

It helps people in physical activity by exercise which keeps them healthy. Regular exercise is related to its which helps a lot in different physical activities like: it keeps bone strong, reduces heart attack by keeping the heart healthy. Golf also prevents weight and most importantly helps to live longer. It is said that active people live 7 years longer than other people.

Help to Make New Friends:

As golf can be played in pairs and it is mostly played by friendly, interesting, successful people so it is easy to make new friends. Even people can go to different tournaments where they can meet new people who have many things in common.

The facilities:

There are many facilities after the game of golf. as players can eat and drink when they are playing. They can stay in the club, relax and can enjoy family time and each other's company. no other sports give such facilities in the game which is a great benefit and makes the game popular. Global business can connect with the whole world by advertising or make sponsor through this game.

Specialty of Golf:

Golf is a great game which has not only one but has many specialties, which made it popular among people. Such as:

It is a fair game

Anyone can play their own game

A game of respect

It makes a good hobby

It is a Fair Game:

Its an absolute yes, Golf is a game which is fair to play. Men, women, children all can play it with one another. After a long period of play, scores are the average of each player. It gives higher handicaps to weak players and lower to strong players which helps beginners to compete against every level player.

Anyone can Play their Own game:

People can play golf without any pressure with their own enjoyment. It can make man stress free and bring relaxation which is the main reason for its popularity. Moreover, It has a great discipline.

A Game of Respect:

Basically, Golf is a game of manner which is known as etiquette. This is unwritten rules of golf that everyone follows. It is maintained by everyone as everyone can play fairly without any destruction.

It makes a good hobby:

When anyone takes real interest in golf and makes it as a hobby it is beneficial to many that were talked about before. It keeps them healthy and stress free, helps to meet new people, spend quality time with family, friends and neighbors. Undoubtedly it is becoming  a good hobby in present time compare with past.

Golf is a play that inspires people to remove their pressure of regular time and spend a quality past time. It is running from years to years which makes it interesting to the people, they love it and it brings its popularity truly from age to age. Though it’s a costly game all over the world, all classes’ people can participate the famous game.

Golf club shaft types

Golf club shaft flexes

While making your swing, a golf club shaft tends to bend a little. This ability of bending is known as the flex of the club.

According to your swing speed, you need to choose the right flex type. If you are playing with the wrong flex type, the probability is that you are not getting the right distance and accuracy that you should get. In general, there are five different types of golf club flex types that you can choose according to your swing speed. These are-

1. Extra-stiff (X-S).
2. Stiff (S).
3. Regular (R).
4. Senior (S).
5. Ladies (L).

1. Extra-Stiff (X-S)

The more professional you are, the stiffer your club should be. By stiffer, it means that your club should have more weight. Players with extra stiff shaft flex are very rare. If you are the kind of player who tends to take the golf ball around 260 yardages or has a swing speed of 93mph or higher, you should be playing with extra-stiff shaft flex.

2. Stiff (s)

 Stiff shaft flexes are more common for professional golfers. If you are swinging with a club speed of 84 to 90 mph and tend to take the golf ball around 240 to 260 yardages, you probably need to play with a stiffer shaft flexes.

3. Regular(R)

 Regular shaft flexes are the most common shaft flexes that most of the average players tend to play with. Players with mid-handicapped ranking usually prefer playing with this kind of shaft flex. If you are swinging between 75-80mph club speed and tend to take the golf ball around 210 to 240 yardages, you probably should be playing with a regular shaft flex.

4. Senior(S)

 This kind of shaft flex is suitable for aged golfers who fall between 45-70 years. If you tend to swing between 60-70mph and can take the golf ball around 180-200 yards, you probably should be playing with a senior shaft flex type. Many single-digit female handicappers also prefer playing with a senior shaft flex.

5. ladies(L) shaft flex

This is the only flex that is dedicated mostly to female golfers. Many old aged men and amateur golfers also prefer playing with this kind of shaft flex. If you are swinging between 55-60 mph or less and can take the golf ball around 180 yardages, you probably should be playing with a ladies flex type.

Shaft flex chart

Why you should pick up the right shaft?

1. The shaft transmits the energy produced by your hand to the clubhead, allowing the ball to get the extreme distance. If you choose the wrong material or flex shaft, you will get less energy, causing the ball to get less distance.
   
2. The shaft of the club controls the accuracy and distance. In case you are playing with the wrong flex type, you probably are not using your 100% potential.
3. A wrong shaft can deteriorate the playing condition. Suppose, you lack distance but have enough control over the club. Now instead of a graphite or multi-material shaft, if you prefer using a steel shaft, you probably will not be able to get the distance you are looking for.

Final words

Many beginners and high-handicapped players blame themselves thinking that they are not practicing enough. In reality, they are playing with the wrong club shaft, causing the accuracy and distance to deteriorate to a great extent, even after practicing a lot. In case you succumb to that kind of illusion, it should be the right time to look at your club’s shaft.

Although people consider putt-putt and mini-golf as the same, in reality, they are not. There are some fundamental distinctions between these two though both types' target is putting the ball into the hole.

Building a mini-golf course in your backyard or purchasing indoor mini-golf equipment might enable you to play both putt-putt and miniature golf. Still, you will always be making mistakes regarding the definitions without knowing the differences between these two.

If you are interested, let's find out…

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What is miniature golf

What is Putt-Putt

Putt-putt is also an off-shoot of the original golf game and even miniature golf as well. In the putt-putt game, the par for each hole is fixed, which is two.

It would be better to say that putt-putt golf is another shorter version of miniature golf that would be a better option for spending time with friends and family.

Putt-putt vs. Mini Golf

Now that we are finished learning the definition of both putt-putt and mini-golf, let's find out the differences and similarities between these two-

• The main similarity between these two types of games is that both are the miniature version of the original golf game that aims at putting.
• Putt-putt will have a par score of two for each hole, whereas, in miniature golf, the par score for each hole can be from two to six.
• In miniature golf, the rule is quite similar to the original golf. All the players, at first, will take the first. The player remaining the furthest will go for the second stroke first. On the other hand, a player must have to finish his/her putting before other players start.
• Putting in a putt-putt game is a lot easier than miniature golf. There are less obstacles or hazards in putt-putt. Most of the time, a putt-putt game's holes are designed to complete putting with one stroke or max two. On the other hand, miniature golf can be as daunting as the real golf with proper arrangements.
• Putt-putt golf is limited to the obstacles, whereas a miniature golf course will have more of it.
• Miniature golf courses tend to be complex in design and theme. On the other hand, a putt-putt golf surface will have a simplistic design and theme that is only aimed at straight putting.

How did putt-putt appear in miniature golf?

As we know that putt-putt is one kind of miniature golf game, but do you know how this version of the game conjured? You surely have heard about putt-putt, but not knowing the history of Putt-putt is pretty common. Here are some of the interesting facts about this version of the game.

• The franchiser called Putt-putt, LLC, founded in 1954, played an important rule dissipating the putt-putt game's name.
• This franchise aimed to build a par two-hole miniature golf for enhancing the participation of amateurs in golfing. It is worth mentioning that they have succeeded dramatically.
• The branding for the products of this company was putt-putt golf.
• As the company expanded its products in the family section, many places named as a putt-putt fun center are established across the USA.
• The putt-putt golf, LLC has succeeded so vigorously that, nowadays, instead of saying miniature golf, we all love expressing putt-putt as miniature golf.

Which one is more appropriate for competition?

Many competitions or tournaments are happening or commencing every year regarding miniature golf.  Do you know which one is more appropriate for tournament gameplay and which one is more suitable for a home environment? Let's find out…

• It is the putt-putt golf game that is more suitable for competition or tournament ambiances. All the miniature golf courses that you notice here and there are mostly held in a putt-putt course. The complexity of a miniature golf course's theme to build in such a small place makes it tough to create.
• If you are thinking about building a miniature golf course, it would be better to build it in your backyard; you will get a sufficient amount of equipment to build such one if you have a moderate backyard. It can also be a better option for learning to putt.

Is miniature golf make you skillful for real golf?

Whether it is putt-putt golf or miniature golf, the question that one would ask is whether any version of miniature golf makes you skillful or not.

• We all know that the miniature version of the golf game is mostly targets on the putting. That means playing miniature golf regularly is bound to make your putting better.
• If you are thinking about, developing your whole golfing skill including driving shot, or fairway strokes, the miniature version of the golf will not play any vital rule for sure.
• Instead of considering the miniature golf game as a source of skill development, it would be better to consider it as a source of recreation or enjoyment with your friends and family.

Final words

Whether you love playing putt-putt or miniature golf, there should not have any confusion regarding the matter that you love golf. Though these two types of games provide the same sort of enthusiasm, they are not the real game. We hope to see you on the course with a real driver or iron!

The shaft of any club is the power-house that produces the energy required to get the exact distance you are looking for.

 The shaft of any golf club is the long cylinder-like tube, usually made of steel or graphite, that connects with the club's head.

I believe we all know that a golf club's shaft is either steel made or graphite made. Depending on the necessity of a player, both these two types of the shaft can provide various utility.

If you are interested in learning the basics of any club's shaft to find out which one will work better for you, this should be the right place to find out.

Without wasting any more words here, let's find out why the shaft is more important than anything.

Golf club shaft explained/ how vital the shaft in terms of performance is?

• The shaft of any club connects your hand and the head of the club, transferring your hand's energy to the head. As a result, you become able to get the ball to a longer distance.
• The shaft's weight controls the total weight of the club, allowing you to get the exact energy and distance you are looking for. That is why it becomes crucial to find a golf club shaft with a proportionate weight ratio.
• The flex and bend profile of the shaft, on the other hand, can help you to provide the perfect you will need, which is more than necessary in any given situation. Besides, any shaft's flex can lead you to get the exact clubhead speed, allowing you to get the distance and consistency everywhere.
1. After reading all the three points discussed above, no confusion should beget regarding the shaft's necessity, ensuring performance. They said that the shaft is the engine of any club, very well said.
2. Now that we know the necessity of any golf club's shaft, let us find out which type of shaft should be the choice for whom.

Steel shaft or graphite shaft?

Steel shaft

Here are the characteristics that a steel shaft would provide.

• This kind of shaft tends to be steel made and thus much heavier than anything.
• It is not always mandatory to have stainless steel; sometimes it is possible to notice a conglomerated or alloyed material.
• On average, a steel shaft will have a weight between 100-120g.
• The production of torque is lower in a steel shaft.

Graphite shaft

These are the palpable features you would notice in a graphite shaft.

• A graphite shaft will have less weight than a steel shaft.
• This kind of shaft tends to be expensive than a steel shaft because of its lightweight design and convenient feature.
• The vibration production of this kind of shaft will be much less than its counterpart steel shaft.
• A demerit of this kind of shaft is that it will have more flex. Besides, this shaft will be less durable and flexible than a steel shaft.

Which one should be better for me?

As we know the pros and cons of both these two types of shaft, the next step, which is choosing the shaft, should be yours. Here are some of the facts, keeping in mind while choosing, might help decide better.

• If you are facing problems getting the perfect swing and launch angle, choosing a graphite shaft should be the ideal choice. As this kind of shaft will be less heavy, you will find comfort in making the swing. On the other hand, all the steel shaft is much heavier, making the task challenging to ensure a proper swing, causing the ball to travel less.
• If you are looking for an item that will help to get proper feedback and feel, then it's the steel shaft that will serve the best. You may get a little vibration with the hit, but sacrificing a little for the cost of feeling and feedback should not make you disappoint.

Steel or graphite shaft for the high handicappers or beginners?

This is one of the most asked questions that you would notice, especially among the amateurs and high-handicappers. Well, in case you are here to find out which one should be better for a high-handicapped player, here is the fact-

• Most of the handicappers face trouble making the perfect swing. If, as a handicapper, you start with a steel-shaft, the heavyweight of the shaft may degenerate the swing condition, letting the ball travel less. On the other hand, a graphite shaft will have much less weight than a steel shaft, allowing you to make a better swing. However, you will have to sacrifice the distance a little. But, it is always worth sacrificing for a better swing, especially as a high-handicapped player.

Do pros use steel or graphite shaft?

This is another question running all over the internet regarding the type of shaft that a professional player would use. Here is the fact-

• A professional player loves playing with feedback and feel. Besides, it is the distance that they prefer other than anything. As a single-digit handicapper, they know how they should maneuver the club. That is why, despite the weight and vibration of the club, almost every professional love playing with steel made shaft. Besides, steel shaft tends to be durable and long-lasting as well.
  

What is my opinion or strategy?

If you are here to find out the type of shaft that will suit you the best, you probably are a beginner or a high-handicapped player.

• If so, my suggestion would be to start with graphite made shaft. This will provide you extreme leverage to understand the game better.
• When gradually, you will develop your skill, you will get vast chances to test steel shafts. But for now, be better with swing, launch, and distance. When the time is appropriate, you will get to know what would work for you.

Final words

The shaft of any golf club is the club's engine that produces the energy needed to get the extreme performance. If the engine is not proportionate, the performance indeed will degenerate. That is why it is always ideal to choose according to your golfing skill level and excellence.

A beginner might ponder thinking about the differences between a strong and weak grip. Is there really any relationship between the construction of the grip and the grip type?

Well, there is no relationship between the quality of the grip and the type of grip. Strong, weak, or neutral grip simply means the way you are holding the club while striking the golf ball.

There are three different kinds of grip (strong, neutral, and weak) that you would notice while playing golf or would hear from your coach if you have not yet. Before you start learning from your coach, let us give some insights so that you can make your coach pleased, at least, theoretically.

Procedures for measuring grip type

If you look at your hand, you will notice that the thumb and index finger create a V shape. With that V shape and knuckles, we will measure the type of grip you naturally have or need to implement.

The golf grip in details

1. What is a strong grip?

While holding the club, if the V (created by the index and thumb) remains right of the club's shaft, it is called a strong grip. In that regard, the knuckles of the left hand will be visible.

2. What is a neutral grip?

While holding the club, if the V (created by the index and thumb fingers) remains in the center of the shaft, it is called a neutral grip. In that regard, three knuckles of each hand will be visible.

3. What is a weak grip?

Finally, while holding the club, if the V (created by the index and thumb fingers) remains in the left of the club's shaft, it will be a weak grip. In that regard, the knuckles of the right hand will be visible.

n.b: the opposite is valid for a left-handed player.

Pros and cons of strong grip

• A player who struggles to slice the golf ball or swings over the top can be significantly benefitted by using a strong grip.
• This grip can promote a better inside-out swing.
• For all the amateurs trying the ball to take further, a strong grip can create a perfect impact.

Pros and cons of neutral grip

• For all the players with a medium heep speed, a neutral grip might provide great help.
• If a player is trying to hit a straighter stroke to get a fair distance, a neutral grip can greatly help.
• To hone the skill of holding a neutral grip, a player must have vast experience who knows to play with all kinds of shapes without losing any shots.

pros and cons of weak grip

• For all the players looking for an out to inside swing, holding the weak grip should be ideal.
• If any player struggles with hook shot, a coach might prefer suggesting that he try a weak grip.
• This grip lets the clubface not to close rapidly through impact, making it suitable for all the players struggling with a hook shot.

How to decide which one is correct?

There is no doubt about the fact that the way you are holding your club mostly determines whether you are going to get the right distance you are expecting or not.

• To many professionals, a strong grip is a wrong grip. Do you know why? Because the clubface immediately closes during the swing or impact, causing the golf ball to go to the target's right. To get better distance but devoid of accuracy, a strong grip is preferable.
• On the other hand, to many others, a weak grip causes problems. Do you know why? This type of grip tends to open up the clubface through impact, making the ball to move left of the target. To get accuracy but with less distance, a weak grip can brought significant help.
• What then? Is a neutral grip is the best way out? Well, indeed, a neutral grip is better for everyone, but it is not the most effortless skill to hone. Players with more dexterity prefer this type of grip. This type of grip over-rotates and open-up the clubface throughout the impact and swing, allowing the ball to reach the moderate distance and accuracy one is aiming at. If you prefer having a quality distance along with accuracy, this kind of grip might provide great help.

Should I change my golf grip?

It is not about changing the grip; it is about finding the grip that suits you the best. While learning to hold a club, most of the amateurs suffer finding a suitable deiver grip for them. A neutral grip might be the best grip to choose, but it is not the easiest one to hone. If you are adamant enough to select a neutral grip for you, you may give up after some days, thinking that it is none of your business. It is always ideal to start either with a strong or weak grip, depending on what befits you the best.

What's my opinion and strategy

• Take 15 days to find out the grip that befits you the best.
• It is always ideal not to start with a neutral grip.
• Start with the strong grip instead. Use the first seven days to find out whether you are comfortable with the strong grip or not. As the strong grip tends to open up the clubface throughout the swing and impact, you may get proper distance and accuracy with practice.
•  If playing with the strong grip is okay for you. You can skip this one, trying the weak grip for seven days. A weaker grip will provide accuracy but less distance. But, if you become an expert, you will be able to ensure both accuracy and distance.
• One of these two steps should work better for you. If not, you should be happy that it is the neutral grip that will suit you the best. Start practicing the neutral grip on the 15^th day of the session and so on.

final words

Finding the grip is most important than changing the grip now and then. Take the 15 days session to find out what suits you the best if you don't have a coach to practice with. In case you have one, listening to your coach should be the ideal thing to do.

The whole year is not going to be a golf season, there is going to have time when you need to take some rest from golf. During these times, storing the golf clubs becomes so much difficult. You need proper plans and planning’s to have a proper storing setup. If you are looking for some great golf club storage plans and ideas, then this article is going to provide some great ideas and planning that can assure you a great relief.

Golf club storage ideas

Throughout this whole section, we are going to talk about the three great ideas that you can implement to have a better storage setup during the offseason. Without making any further delays, let us get started with the first one…

Storing in the clubhouse

Well, the first and the easiest way to store your golf club is by storing them in the clubhouse. Most of the golf clubs have a facility to store their member’s clubs. By paying only a slight amount, you can get this benefit. One of the major benefits of storing your clubs in the clubhouse is that you don’t need to worry about the protection of your club, and all of your beloved clubs will remain greatly protected.

Setting up interior or by conserving space

The next way to store your golf clubs is by setting up a permanent interior or by conserving enough space to store your golf equipment like golf clubs, shoes, balls, etc.  If you are thinking about building a good interior setup permanently at your house or garage, then the costing might be a little healthy, but once you have done the job, you are ready to rock and roll for the rest of your life. Storing your golf clubs during the offseason makes sure that the club remains intact and protect from the outside environment.

Buying or building a floor unit

Making a rack is not going to be that much hard. If you can manage to do so, then probably you are going to get huge relief for more than 20 years when it is about storing your golf clubs during the offseason. But, to many of us, building a new rack is time-consuming, and we want something ready-made. If you are like me and them, then here are the top three golf bag garage organizers that you can try out to have a smooth storing experience.

1. Suncast Golf Bag Garage Organizer Rack

2. Morvat Golf Organizer for Golf Gadgets, Golf Bag & Golf Accessories

In our second recommendation, we have an organizer from Morvat. This rack is huge, and like the previous one, this one can also store two golf bags at a time so that you can remain calm about the protection of your beloved golf clubs. The tough and hard-wearing metal construction makes it sturdy and long-lasting. This one is not only going to provide you the authenticity to organize all of your golf clubs but also all the other accessories like golf balls, shoes, caps, and tees. Unlike most other organizers, the installation process is going to be quite simple and you should be able to do the task by yourself.

Key Features

• Manufacturer: Morvat
• This one is huge with a dimension of 38" x 36" x 16"
• It can store two golf bags at a time.
• It has shelves to store other golf equipment like balls, shoes, caps, and tees.
• Easy installation.

3. Home-it Golf Bag Sports Dual Golf Storage Organizer Golf Organizer Rack

Our third and final recommendation is from Home-IT. As the construction material, this one has sturdy steel that makes it durable and long-lasting at the same time. Along with two golf bag spaces, this one also has four shelves to store all kinds of golf equipment. This one is perfectly suitable to place both in your garage or home. The assembling process is also easy, and you need no further modification after assembling all the items. Once you are set up, you are ready to use it. This one comes with a dimension of 39x36x16, which should not make your garage or house look dull and clumsy.

Key Features

1. Manufacturer: Home-IT
2. Sturdy steel construction
3. Two golf bag space, four shelves for golf equipment.
4. Suitable for the garage and home.
5. Easy assembling.
6. Dimension: 39x36x16.

Why it is necessary to organize your golf clubs?

Well, there are a couple of reasons why you should organize your golf clubs both on and off the season. Here are some of them-

1. Correctly organizing your golf clubs helps to protect your clubs from deterioration.
2. Organizing your golf clubs helps to protect your clubs from the damage of rough weather like extreme cold or scorching sun.
3. Organizing golf clubs enhance the beauty of your house or garage.
4. Moreover, organizing golf clubs makes your life organized.

Final words

Building a new rack is not that hard, but most people tend to avoid building a new golf club organizer or rack because they feel it is time-consuming and hard to build. There are solutions for everything in this world, if you don’t want to build a rack to organize your clubs, then there are ready-made ones to try out. Besides, storing the clubs at the clubhouse can also be effective when it is about protection.