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By wormburner

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  1. wormburner

    wormburner
    hawaii

    I'm a little old school, but there seems to be an overwhelming amount of information at our fingertips from lessons, tips, do's and don'ts, and many more on how to improve your game. I seem to get caught up in this realm with daily computer email tips, golf magazines, and lesson tips from pro teachers. Its all good, but how much is too much.. Can't fix it all, and I'm never ever ever think I'll shoot below par (often dreamed about it and the first HIO. Titleist has an awesome set of instructors/instruction on this website, let alone having awesome balls, equipment and footjoy line. I know and play with some engineers (not locomotive), but mechanical, electrical, with PE stamps and they really over think things instead of just swinging the club. Its fun to watch, and I got some things that irk other people too. Its fun, all in the game. Do some of you think like me?

  2. Guy W

    Guy W
    Statesville, NC

    I used to read every article and watch every video then try and replicate that on the range but found that I was overloading my brain and just confusing myself. Now I mainly watch when Titleist uploads a new tip to YouTube and not too much more. I guess I learned that too much information isn't a good thing. I have gone back to the basics (grip, stance, balance) and concentrate on those. If I see a simple tip that looks like it may help I'll try it but that's not too often any more. So far it looks like simple is better.
  3. Derekb

    Derekb

    In reality start with the basics and the rest will fall into place

    Sometimes too much knowledge can be a dangerous thing and may cause more harm than good
  4. JYoung

    JYoung
    Ohio

    Our entire society is on information overload. It's not just golf. Haha.
  5. Fred G

    Fred G

    I just stick to 1 coach, if i looking into to much else i just get confused!! It also helps that i dont like to read!
  6. Brian D

    Brian D
    Corunna, MI

    There is definitely a ton of information out there! Every swing is unique and teachers try all sorts of things to get us to get to certain spots/positions. I too used to read/watch everything all the time. And a bunch of that information helped me get better/be more consistent. Now though (as a result of being relatively consistent) I only go to a few sources for tips/reminders/etc. I watch the Titleist videos and a couple teaching pros elsewhere but I only go to them now if I see a bad trend in my play. Ill look for specific pointers/or reminders for whatever I think Im seeing and try to correct. But the inputs and adjustments are small so as not to completely change the basics of my swing.
  7. Chuck Z

    Chuck Z
    Mt Pleasant, SC

    Military
    With all the overload of information, then it is entirely up to you to make the choice of what you should and should not read. Pass it by and find something that interests you. Honestly I read about 10% of what is on the forums. If I want to correct my game, I go see my golf pro.
  8. Derekb

    Derekb

    Sometimes it is down to what you want to gain with using the knowledge

    No good if you try something and it makes your striking ability worse or destroys your confidence on the course

    If you are at a point that you know your own swing then play with it and enjoy the game as it is not your living

    For me where the majority of people can use more knowledge is course management
  9. NWenrich

    NWenrich

    This makes it harder for new golfers like myself. I just bought a set of no name clubs and am going to head to the range to get the feel. Only other golfing experience was top golf and putt putt.

    It's really the years of experience and niche tips that might get in the way. At least for me.
  10. Dale V

    Dale V
    Surprise AZ

    NWenrich said:

    This makes it harder for new golfers like myself. I just bought a set of no name clubs and am going to head to the range to get the feel. Only other golfing experience was top golf and putt putt.

    It's really the years of experience and niche tips that might get in the way. At least for me.

    For the new golfer, I will always suggest personal instruction from a qualified teacher as the best way to start. When I started as a young man 50+ years ago, I just went the "self taught" route and played that way for 20 years with never breaking 90. Finally got professional help which made drastic changes in the grip and swing and eventually got me down to a 9 handicap. I still fall back into the old habits from my previous swing and likely always will. Had I done it right from the beginning, my enjoyment level would have been greater and I would not keep falling back into such bad form. Good luck as you progress and hope you enjoy success and have fun playing.
  11. Chuck Z

    Chuck Z
    Mt Pleasant, SC

    Military

    NWenrich said:

    This makes it harder for new golfers like myself. I just bought a set of no name clubs and am going to head to the range to get the feel. Only other golfing experience was top golf and putt putt.

    It's really the years of experience and niche tips that might get in the way. At least for me.

    Tough to go to the range with no idea of what to hit or what your goals are. Does not matter the brand of clubs, must have goals. See so many people on the range that go out and hit driver after driver and never work on the their irons. See the same bad habits shot after shot with no improvement. I would highly recommend seeing a teaching pro and see what clinics they offer to learn the basics on how and what to practice. If you find that this is your niche then recommend some one on one lessons to take you abilities further. Golf can be enjoyable and learning the basics correctly can help you achieve your goals, allowing you to play it for many years with positive results. Putt putt and top golf are social events, which is a good thing.
  12. Don O

    Don O
    Madison, WI

    The social media age is the new business model to find fame and fortune. Golf tips aren’t a whole different than fashion tips when I think about it. I can’t teach myself how to swing correctly. On my own, I imagine my swing is just like Ben Hogan’s. Ha!

    A professional coach that can watch me finds my flaws far better than me. Utilizing video to let me see is even better. You can’t get that online from a video.

    I am aware of my bad habits and limitations. I do have a couple of online videos solely as visual cues to reinforce what my coach keeps trying to get me to do. But I don’t try to learn new swings on my own online. Some of my early bad habits were ingrained by buying no name clubs and teaching myself an awful swing. Buy cheap, buy twice…
  13. harry h

    harry h
    Lasvegas, NV

    I too read way too much on what would help me with my golf game but enjoy some articles more than other due to my age mobility and health issues with hands .I’m a real titleist person driver to putter and gear I think you think whatever helps you enjoy golf is certainly what to do we are not pros we play for fun time with friends in a lot of cases just don’t over think it enjoy
  14. Alex

    Alex

    I disagree I like how much free info/lessons there is online now. I get you can get lost in the information but just take a few things to work on and see if they make a difference to your swing.

    Keep trying different ones till you find something that actually works

    Don’t take on too much or you will just get muddled.

  15. Mike M

    Mike M
    Marblehead MA

    The KISS method (Keep it Simple Stupid) has done wonders for my mental approach regarding the golf swing.
  16. Edward K

    Edward K
    Wesley Chapel, FL

    Military
    I used to tinker with all my motors (cars, bikes), can't even grasp that concept anymore. Now a good mechanic is in my circle, as is my teaching pro. Settle in one guy, a guy you can relate with, establish his means/methods, come to an understanding, then work at it. Golf is hard! Try to enjoy it.
  17. Lou G

    Lou G
    San Diego, CA

    I keep it basic and simple. Straight back and straight through on the takeaway and follow-through. Ball position at shirt pocket.

    The big 90 degree backswing is a fallacy. Not everyone uses a rotational golf swing either.

    Your basic swing doesn’t change. Just the length of the backswing.
  18. Darryl M

    Darryl M
    Wichita, KS

    I find that if I just look at a few videos it reminds me those people don't know my swing or swing a club like I do.

    So, I'll either call or go see my dear friend that's helped me for years with my swing & go from there.

    I use information network mostly for drills on the range or practice green.

    No need to reinvent the wheel, even with better technology & informational highway we have these days.


    DM
  19. JAM

    JAM

    I'm 80 years old and have been playing meaningful golf for over fifty years. I'm just happy to still be playing. I still drive the ball accurately and look for tips on putting and chipping only. It helps me to continue shooting in the mid to upper 80's from the forward tees (most of the time). The game of golf keeps getting me jacked every time I tee it up, with 100% Titleist equipment.
  20. Dwayne N

    Dwayne N
    Island, KY

    I don't put much into all the info. Putting and distance off the Tee is the only things I'll read much about and even then distance off the Tee is really all I feel like I need to improve upon. I'm 61 yrs. old and 235-240 off the Tee is about it for me and I feel that's a little on the short side. But when playing with others I seem to hold my own so maybe it's all in my head.
  21. DomGzn

    DomGzn
    SAN DIEGO, CA

    Military
    I’m coming off from a 14-year hiatus and seeing how golf technology has progressed I must say it’s a bit easier to play nowadays. Just have to adapt.

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