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Golfing in the Phoenix sunshine makes it a suitable year-round activity for the whole family. You can book Phoenix city golf tee times easily online. You will also see offers for discount Phoenix golf, so that it will be easy for you to enjoy your favorite game often. The game of golf comes with its own jargon, and understanding a bit of that lexicon can make the game much easier to understand.

There are many specific terms for the wide variety of poor shots, for example. A chili dip happens when a golfer chips too short. A wormburner or groundhog killer is a shot when the ball is hit low across the ground, which can cause it to bounce quickly along the surface. If you want to break the rules you might do a foot wedge, when you kick your ball into a better spot. You'll get quite embarrassed if you miss the ball entirely after you swing at it. This event can be called a whiff shot.

If you are new to the game of golf, you might hear more experienced and even professional players using some different terms. A bandit is a player who has a high handicap but plays better than you would expect. After a stroke is taken toward the green, you might hear a golfer say bit, or take a seat, meaning that they want the ball to stop or slow. Not surprisingly, a putting green can also be called the dance floor, and the rough can go by the names of jungle, brillo, or bundi. If a golfer makes a shot where the ball speeds past the hole instead of going in, they call that a taxi.

You can try out all of these useful and colorful words on any of the glorious golf courses that Phoenix has to offer. If you want a challenging day out on the course, head over to Superstition Springs Golf Club. Golfweek Magazine has named it to a list of America's Best Golf Courses, and it offers a number of unique hazards, including water features, large bunkers, and a great deal of rolling ground, adding to both the fun and beauty of this lovely golf course. On the other hand, if Arnold Palmer is one of your golfing heroes, you will not want to miss an opportunity to play at the course that the great man himself designed, the Legend at Arrowhead. Interesting topography is featured at the Glen Lakes Golf Course. It includes pine and palm trees, with the addition of three pristine lakes, that come into play as you travel about this fabulous nine-hole executive course. All of these golf courses and more await you in Phoenix.

Jonathan Blocker is an avid business and travel writer. He has been traveling on commercial airlines and air charters for several years. He has traveled millions of miles around the world using charter flights and jet charter services

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Men's Dunlop Marco Golf Shoes - New Closeout Model

The Dunlop Marco golf shoes feature the following:

Water resistant synthetic leather upper

Durable rubber outsole

Helical spike system which delivers confidence and sure footing in all weather conditions
Customer Review: Great shoes and a great price
They fit well, look good and perform well and were a fraction of the cost of most golf shoes. What else is there to say?

Whats the one shot most players would like to add to their game for lower scores? If you answered a high, soft shot within about 60 yards of the green I think youd be right. Most mid to high handicap players want to know how to master the lob wedge.

From time to time youll be faced with shots that require high carries over bunkers or water hazards to tight pin positions. You could certainly hit those shots with an open faced sand wedge, but a lob wedge makes it much easier. Lob wedges are used most commonly when players need very high trajectories and a lot of spin.

A good lob wedge can make all the difference

Lob wedges come in lofts ranging from about 58* to 61*, and some super lob wedges come in lofts from 62* to 65*. Because of its wide sole the lob wedge is sometimes used for high, soft sand shots.

The problem some of us run into is the low bounce angle on some lob wedges. With their high lofts, low bounce lob wedges can become like shovels and I see a lot of players taking huge divots with them.

In the hands of a skilled player a lob wedge adds versatility and a new dimension to the short game. If youre looking to add a lob wedge to your set but dont have much experience with one, follow these guidelines before making a purchase

First, look for lob wedges with no more than 60* of loft. The higher the loft the harder it is to master.

Second, narrow your choices down to wedges with a bounce angle of at least 8*. Bounce angles of 10* to 13* are preferable.
Why? Added bounce makes it easier to play without digging too deeply into the turf.

Another benefit? More bounce makes it useful as a sand wedge. A low bounce lob wedge can be a tricky play from the sand.

Develop your technique for more effective wedge shots

Whats one of the biggest stumbling blocks to hitting the lob wedge? Confidence. Its easy to tighten up and that limits your range of motion. The lob requires a soft touch; anxiety makes taking a good pass at the ball more difficult.

It is possible to master the high soft wedge shot. Use these keys to help groove the right swing:

Keep your weight evenly balanced between your feet. Dont play the ball too far forward or too far backward in your stance.

Take a three quarter swing; dont take the club past parallel.

Try to feel your hands leading the clubhead at impact.

Make sure you keep accelerating through the ball.

The lob wedge does work in the right situations

The lob wedge is the right club when youre faced with shots that require high trajectories and very soft landings. For flying over hazards and bunkers a lob wedge is a necessity.

Unless you need that extra carry, think twice before using a lob wedge. Harvey Penick was an advocate of chipping the ball whenever possible. He felt using lower lofts to get the ball rolling as soon as possible was the best way to get closer to the hole.

You can easily prove this for yourself. Stand off the green about 40 feet from the hole. Try these two methods and see which gets the ball closer. First, lob the ball to the hole with a high trajectory. Then roll the ball to the hole, getting it on ground as soon as possible.

My guess is youll get it a lot closer by rolling it like a billiard ball. When you put a lob wedge in your bag, use it when you really need to. I see a lot of players trying to lob the ball when they might do better chipping it.

An extra wedge also changes set make-up

Adding the lob wedge means you have to make a decision about which clubs to keep in your 14 club rotation. Most players drop a long iron in favor of the added wedge.

What are the advantages?

Thats easy. Multi-wedge sets let you take full swings on tough yardage shots. Its easier to make full swings with a more lofted club than to make partial swings with a less lofted club. A full swing builds confidence, and increases distance control. A good lob wedge can help you avoid an awkward situation when youre between clubs.

Summing things up

Adding a lob wedge makes you more effective from within 60 yards of the pin. When you miss greens, youre faced with short shots that require high carries. In many cases the lob wedge will be your only effective weapon.

Choose a wedge with the right loft and bounce angle, then take some time to get accustomed to the higher loft. Your one swing thought should be to accelerate through impact. Do that, and hitting high, soft wedge shots becomes a lot easier.

Ken Lopez writes articles for Pure Impact Custom Golf. If you have questions, or want information on selecting custom golf clubs, you can contact him at: http://www.pureimpactgolf.com/golf/Default.asp

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Men's Dunlop Addison Golf Shoes - New Closeout Model

The Dunlop Addison golf shoes feature the following:

Water resistant synthetic leather upper

Durable rubber outsole

Helical spike system which delivers confidence and sure footing in all weather conditions

When you are 90 yards out from the green, or closer, do you ever notice that your pitch shots are not crisp, they run along the ground or do not travel the required distance to rise in the air and land softly beside the hole?

The first thing to do is have a look at your grip.

This is number one on your check list.
However, I doubt if this will be the problem.

Next have a look at your swing and see if it is too full.

If it is too full, you will decelerate on your down swing.
This is because you know a full swing will go too far.
As a result you will try to compensate by hitting the ball more gently.

The only way you can do this is to decelerate if the back swing is too full.
This means that you are not hitting your golf shot with the correct firmness or authority.

You will have to correct this on the practice fairway.

Start with a short distance and see if you can achieve this with a minimum of swing.

You will have to hit the ball quite hard to achieve what you are trying to do.
This means firmness, crispness and authority.
This is what you want.

Try to get the feel of this and take it out onto the course.

Next try to hit the ball different distances using the same technique.

Move to the nine iron from your pitching wedge when the distance is so great that you have to strain and lose accuracy.

Pretend your golf club is the big hand of a clock.
Find out how far the ball travels when you take your club back to 8, 9, 10, 11 o clock while hitting with the same firmness and authority.

Bill Maitland is a thinking, inventive golf guru. He thought out and developed simple techniques and tips which enabled him to lower his handicap from 25 to 18, then from 18 to 15, and finally from 15 to 12. He is a passionate golfer, and delights in helping others with their game should they want his help.

To learn about his tips and simple techniques, visit =>Online Golfers Handbook at http://www.onlinegolfershandbook.com

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Dunlop Loco Jr Putter (Right-Handed, Age 3-5)

The perfect golf swing drill is a joy to behold. And yet it is not too hard to achieve.

The perfect golf swing drill starts with a proper back swing with the golf club swung right back to the limit of your body. At this segment of the perfect golf swing drill your mind should be preparing for the rotation of your body and the arm extension.

Next, the movements of the perfect golf swing drill moves to the down swing, which starts with the lower part of the body, including the legs and hips. A transfer of weight will take place from back to front with the knees, thighs and hips all moving forward.

The perfect golf swing drill ends with the body weight on the outside of the front heel and the inside of the rear foot.

Perfect golf swing drill is easy when your body is prepared and conditioned to achieve it. However perfect golf swing drill can be very difficult for a golfer not involved in any golf specific exercise designed to condition and prepare their muscles and body in general for the strain and pressure that golf usually brings.

Most professionals take their golf-specific exercises very seriously, but some amateurs are reluctant to let go of the so-called good old days when exercise had no role in the leisure sport of golf. Still they are finding the going increasingly difficult as more and more golfers embrace golf exercise programs.

There is no doubt that the perfect golf swing drill happens only with those whose muscles and bodies have been prepared.

About The Author:
Mike Pedersen is one of the top golf fitness experts in the country, author of the Ultimate Golf Fitness Guide, and founder of several cutting-edge online golf fitness sites. Visit his new golf training site at Perform Better Golf.

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Dunlop Golf PGA Tour Red 8-Piece Premium Complete Set - Ages 5-8

Dunlop's PGA Tour Blue package set is designed for kids, ages 5-8. The set comes complete with a 400cc driver, Aluminum hybrid, Perimeter Weighted Stainless Steel 7 and 9 irons, alignment designed putter, 2 Matching Headcovers embroidered with PGA Logo, and a lightweight stand bag with 7 easily assessible pockets, dual shoulder straps, and a bonus water bottle pocket. All clubs are fitted with lightweight Harrison Shockwave Shafts and Premium Winn Grips.

The number of golf ball manufacturers grew steadily in the last century, especially during the later half. Originally, there were only a few brands like Precept that held most of the market. It should be made clear that towards the beginning of the twentieth century, golf wasn't that popular a sport, the way it is today. Demand for golf balls and accessories therefore, grew much later. Now, as the demand for golf balls along with other golf equipments increased so, did the number of golf ball manufacturers, competing with each other for a stronger presence in the market. The market grew so rapidly that the number of ball manufacturers burgeoned in a few years. Although, many of the new firms, like in other spheres of production, had to shut down later but still the number of manufacturers that now existed was many times the number that existed before.

Nowadays, with the sport still on its upward climb in terms of popularity, the manufacturer list has become quite long. This has been a beneficial development for customers as they now have a wider range to choose from. In fact, the fierce competition among golf ball manufacturers has considerably brought down the prices. Besides, the new manufacturers are also coming out with deliberate attempts at making cheaper balls aimed for amateurs and golfers who might use them for practice sessions.

Some of the major manufacturers of golf balls today are namely, Ben Hogan Golf, Bridgestone Golf (parent company of Precept), Callaway Golf, Dunlop Sports, Hippo (largest golf equipment manufacturer in Europe), Jazz Golf (largest Canadian golf manufacturing company), Kasco Golf, Maxfli (a division of TaylorMade), Nike Golf, Ping Golf, Pinnacle, Precept , Pro-Curio Golf, Srixon, TaylorMade Golf, Titleist (most famous name in golf equipment and is the leading ball company as well), Top-Flite / Strata (a division of Callaway), Vulcan Golf, Wilson Golf, and Yonex.

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Dunlop Golf LoCo Kid Boys 9-Piece Premium Complete Set - Ages 9-12

360cc lightweight design driver with bright orange graphite shaft. 1 lightweight and easy to hit Utility club with bright orange graphite shaft. Junior 7 & 9 perimeter weighted stainless steel cavity back irons with graphite shafts. Alignment design junior putter with steel shaft designed for accuaracy. Premium junior stand bag with plenty of pockets, 4-way graphite top, and dual shoulder strap. Matching premium headcovers for driver and hybrid with 3 color design.

It happens to all of us, even though we do not want to admit it. The reality is we all get older. Some of you may already know what I am talking about, and others may have yet to experience the phenomenon of aging. Those of you who are reading this article and are no longer spring chickens get my drift. Even if you are one of the lucky ones, still young, let me fill you in on what happens as the body gets a few miles on it.

Probably the biggest thing that we all dislike when we creep into our thirties and forties is the extra poundage (i.e. weight) we tend to put on. (It is also a lot harder to take off when we get older.) Unfortunately, because our metabolism slows down, we are unable to pound down a burger, fries, and a couple of cokes without the bathroom scale hitting tilt a few days later. In my mind, that probably is the most difficult adjustment we have to make: an adjustment in our nutrition intake as we age.

The second most noticeable difference as we age, especially for the more active individual, is it becomes a little more difficult to get out of bed. The back is a little sore, the knees are a little creaky, and, if you workout, the soreness does not go away as quickly. This is a result of a few things that happen to our bodies when we get older. Number one is we lose a percentage of our muscle mass on a yearly basis. After the age of 25 (dont quote me on the specifics, but I believe) about 1% of your muscle mass is lost per year. Makes sense now why we get a little sorer and getting out of bed is more difficult. We simply do not have as much muscle to do the work.

I could go on and on with the depressing facts of aging, but let us look at just one more before moving on. As you get older you become less flexible. It takes you a lot longer to limber up for any sporting activity: golf, tennis, or a pick up game of basketball. Less flexibility predisposes you to experience more difficulty with certain movements: touching your toes, rotating during a golf swing, or even reaching down to pick something up off the ground. Why does this occur? Our bodies, as a result of wear and tear, become more tight and wound up as we get older.

So there you have it! Some of the great things to look forward to as you get older (kidding of course). So if youre in your twenties and youre reading this article, enjoy it while it lasts, because the road gets a little more difficult to travel as you get older. But, if youre beyond your twenties, I am sure you can relate to the general results of aging in relation to your golf game. Quite simply, extra pounds decrease your stamina (and may affect your swing plane). Less muscle equals less distance off the tee, and decreased flexibility tends to make the turn in the golf swing much harder to perform. An unfortunate situation, but the good news is that we can slow down the aging process and limit the effects of aging on your golf game.

Slowing Down the Aging Process for the Golf Swing

I have given you a little carrot of information that we can slow down the aging process. How do we do it? It is actually quite simple and only requires a little time out of each day (15-20 minutes) and a little discipline. Sounds pretty easy when you think of all the benefits you stand to gain. What we are going to do is provide you some answers on how to slow down the aging process. Remember we cant stop the aging process, but we can sure slow it down. The benefits of slowing down the aging process are evident when you see guys in their 50s winning tour events. It just takes a little time, some knowledge, and discipline. If you are saying, I dont have the time, let me ask you one question: How would you like to feel 10 years younger right now and hit the ball farther then you did in your twenties? I imagine the answer to both of those questions would be a resounding yes!

Let us start with the first topic that we described when you get older, the additional pounds. Unfortunately, as you age your metabolism slows down. For those of you who are unfamiliar with the word metabolism, think of it as your own internal furnace. It is the rate at which you burn fuel (food is fuel to the human body). When we are younger we tend have faster metabolisms, and as we get older they slow down. (I know it is a bummer.) Well, let me tell you, there are activities to speed that metabolism back up. The way to do it is by performing some fitness activities. If you are active and participate in some type of structured activity your body will burn more fuel and elevate its metabolism during this time. In addition, if these activities are resistance-training activities (i.e. weights, tubing, light dumbbells, body weight), then over time you will build some muscle. The great thing about that is the more muscle you have the higher your metabolism will be all the time (translation: you will burn more fuel all day and night). A secondary benefit of such activities will be greater stamina on the course. So rather than spraying your shots around on the back nine because youre tired, you can have pinpoint accuracy going into the 18th.

Moving on to our second point, the loss of muscle mass as you age, this one is a tough one to swallow. Just think, we actually LOSE muscle as we age. Pretty depressing. The good news is it can be limited or stopped. Before I give you the solution, lets look at how this affects your golf swing. Essentially, in the golf swing you create club head speed. That club head speed is the result of creating rotational power, which we define as torque. To create torque, the muscles of the body have to be flexible, strong, and powerful. Now guess what? If you have less muscle, what do you think is going to happen to your power outputs and club head speed? The answer is they will decrease. No wonder they make senior shafts with a lot of flex. This is the golf manufacturers attempt to deal with this problem. It helps to a point, but we have a better solution. How about putting something in your bag that makes you stronger, improves your power, and gets back that lost distance? Sounds good? Well, it can be done if you implement a golf-specific strength-training program. You can get back that lost muscle mass, get back that power, and improve your driving distance. This is what we call the development of golf strength, and it can be done with a program that takes a total of 15 minutes a day!

Finally, moving on to the flexibility issue, our bodies lose flexibility as we age. Flexibility is a must when it comes to the golf swing. Here is what happens when you do not work on your flexibility. A loss of flexibility in the golf swing limits the ability of the body to perform the correct actions to create the proper swing. Essentially, your body wont allow you to take the club back and through on the correct swing path. This leads to miss hits, slices, hooks, and a whole bunch of other shots that are very unpleasant. So how do we fix this problem or not allow it to become a problem? The answer is to implement a golf-specific flexibility program. This again requires a daily commitment, but the time frame is very little (say 5 minutes a day). So again, ask yourself: Is it worth spending 5 minutes a day on flexibility to have the golf swing you would like? I bet most of you would answer yes.

Well, there you have the pleasures, displeasure, joys, and sorrows of the aging process. We all get older, but there are things we can do to prevent the displeasures and sorrows. If we take a little time every day and perform the proper exercises and activities, we can reduce the effects of aging and have a great swing for as long as we like.

Sean Cochran is one of the most recognized golf fitness instructors in the world today. He travels the PGA Tour regularly with 2004 Masters Champion Phil Mickelson. To learn more about Sean and his golf fitness programs go to http://www.seancochran.com

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The number of golf ball manufacturers grew steadily in the last century, especially during the later half. Originally, there were only a few brands like Precept that held most of the market. It should be made clear that towards the beginning of the twentieth century, golf wasn't that popular a sport, the way it is today. Demand for golf balls and accessories therefore, grew much later. Now, as the demand for golf balls along with other golf equipments increased so, did the number of golf ball manufacturers, competing with each other for a stronger presence in the market. The market grew so rapidly that the number of ball manufacturers burgeoned in a few years. Although, many of the new firms, like in other spheres of production, had to shut down later but still the number of manufacturers that now existed was many times the number that existed before.

Nowadays, with the sport still on its upward climb in terms of popularity, the manufacturer list has become quite long. This has been a beneficial development for customers as they now have a wider range to choose from. In fact, the fierce competition among golf ball manufacturers has considerably brought down the prices. Besides, the new manufacturers are also coming out with deliberate attempts at making cheaper balls aimed for amateurs and golfers who might use them for practice sessions.

Some of the major manufacturers of golf balls today are namely, Ben Hogan Golf, Bridgestone Golf (parent company of Precept), Callaway Golf, Dunlop Sports, Hippo (largest golf equipment manufacturer in Europe), Jazz Golf (largest Canadian golf manufacturing company), Kasco Golf, Maxfli (a division of TaylorMade), Nike Golf, Ping Golf, Pinnacle, Precept , Pro-Curio Golf, Srixon, TaylorMade Golf, Titleist (most famous name in golf equipment and is the leading ball company as well), Top-Flite / Strata (a division of Callaway), Vulcan Golf, Wilson Golf, and Yonex.

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