Hybrid- Iron4 Replacement

Cleveland Hibore Hybrid- Iron3 Replacement

Cleveland Halo- Iron4 Replacement

XX10 Hybrid- Iron4 Replacement

i have been playing 9holes recently.. my score was in the highs of 70++ and lows of 60++.. i was wondering if i can improve my second shot with a hybrid.. the distance i am looking for is around 180yards.. therefore i have tested 3hybrids today..

first, callaway hibore.. hit it quite far.. further than 180 yards.. so, this is not the club i am looking for..

next, callaway halo.. after adjusting my swing, i managed to hit a couple of good balls with it.. unfortunately the sound of the club face hitting the ball was not that appealing.. so, i decided i would not want one of these in my bag..

lastly, a very rare XX10 U7 Hybrid.. love the sound 'ping!!' when i hit the ball using this hybrid.. distance was around 180yards.. therefore, i decided i must have this club.. lets see if i can get it for discount tomorrow from the person i borrowed from..

Testing testing testing

It has been long since i last posted.. today i will be testing two (2) hybrids.. i was informed that hybrids swing can similar to an iron or wood swing.. later i will post the details of my review.. see yaa later..

Result; KGRP, Terengganu June 2010

(the score card; kgrp.. challenging myself to improve further)

Second Nine
(Hole #: stroke/ par)
Hole 10: 12/4
Hole 11: 9/4
Hole 12: 12/5
Hole 13: 10/4
Hole 14: 4/3
Hole 15: 12/5
Hole 16: 12/4
Hole 17: 7/3
Hole 18: 9/4
Total: 87/ 36

Note: now i need to learn how to swing a driver..

Swing Importance

(i am hoping to do better on my next visit to Tasik Puteri Golf Cource, Bukit Besi..)

i have been doing swing drills for the second week continuous. at least, now i understand more the importance of a good swing.. a good swing will ensure:-

1. consistent club to ball hits..
2. determine ball trajectory and loft..
3. effortless swing throughout your game..

Result; Bukit Besi, Terengganu May 2010

(the score card; bukit besi.. really was a nightmare playing there!!)

First Nine
(Hole #: stroke/ par)
Hole 1: 9/4 (lost 1 ball)
Hole 2: 9/5 (lost 2 balls)
Hole 3: 11/4 (lost 2 balls)
Hole 4: 5/3
Hole 5: 11/4 (lost 2 balls)
Hole 6: 6/3
Hole 7: 8/4 (lost 1 ball)
Hole 8: 10/5 (lost 1 ball)
Hole 9: 11/4
Total: 80/ 36 (lost 9 balls)

Note: this result shows that i REALLY need to improve my strokes!! haha..

W20; Week One, Day Four Training

daily training this first week was a good experience.. learned a lot and i could see my swing improving.. these are the learning points for today:-

Part1
1. your club face and footing are parallel to the target..
2. properly hold the club firmly on your left palm.. right palm just guiding the left palm..
3. test swing and ensuring natural/ smooth swing..
4. distance of 4inch between your club and thigh..

Part3
1. lift down club if you do not feel confident..
2. look at the ball..
3. right shoulder touching your chin..
4. maintain your waist height..

Part4
1. shift body weight from right knee to left knee..
2. feel your body weight.. lean forward a bit..
3. maintain your waist height..

Part5
1. look at the ball..
2. left shoulder touching your chin..
3.club 90degree to ground surface..
4. maintain your waist height..

Part6
1. twist your right foot facing target..
2. twist your body completely..

Note:
1. training does help you know the right body mechanics..
2. ipod helps you concentrate on your swing..
3. close your eyes and imagine your swing and tips..

W20; Week One, Day One Training

Learn to swing is the first thing to do.. doing it the right way can put extra distance or loft to your ball trajectory.. basically, swing can be divided into 6 parts..

Part1:

• address the ball..
• left palm gripping the club firmly while the right ONLY guiding it..
• thumb pointing towards the ball.. firmly hold club with your left palm..
• club handle pointing your stomach..
• back straight.. chin up..
• shoulder move anticlockwise.. left palm should move from left knee to right knee..
• no movement on the wrist..
• body weight balance on both feet..

Part2:

• lift the club anticlockwise until parallel to the ground.. (like shaking hands to the person behind you)
• make sure the club is straight pointing opposite to the target..
• twist your wrist a bit..

Part3:

• lift your club until full swing..
• left elbow straight.. right elbow bend 90 degrees..
• left hand slightly firm, right hand relaxed..
• club face pointing your target..
• body weight shift from left to right feet..
• both knee to move together..

Part4:

• shift body weight from right to left fee together..
• down swing your club..
• maintain your stance firm on the floor..

Part5:

• hit the ball..
• eyes still on the floor..
• lift your club until 90degrees to the floor..
• left foot firm on the floor..
• feel your shoulder touching your chin (left to right shoulder)..

Part6:

• twist right knee to face target..
• complete the club swing..

points for improvement:
a. do not down swing to fast..
b. memorise all the tips above..