Most high quality golf shoes have waterproof guarantees and will keep your feet dry even in the worst storm that the Golf Gods can muster. Proper golf attire must also include a good hat to keep you safe from the sun and allow you to block out the sun when you are aligning shots. Most hats will also have a great air flow feature that allows your head to stay cool during the hottest days on the links. The shirts and pants that are made especially for golf really do help to keep you feeling free so that your swing pattern is not ruined with tight fitting clothing.

The sport of golf requires great flexibility and clothes that do not fit well can greatly prohibit the proper swing motions. Many golf tops also offer water resistant materials and windproof technology. The windproof technology helps you to stay warm and comfortable when the winds are atrocious. They block the wind from your body in a fashion that keeps you swing freely and confidently.

Swing by the Banner Country Club Pro Shop and check out our fully stocked assortment of shoes, clothing and accessories from leading golf manufacturers.

Self doubts creep into our thinking and worry sets in as you start to question if the ball can be driven without causing a slice or a hook, or sky the ball off the tee. Worse, hit the ball straight, but end severely short from the target.

We all want to hit the ball straighter, and longer and closer to the target, and to be able to do it with consistency. We are always in search for the magic golf swing tip or two which will change our game. How to properly swing a golf club is always in our thinking.

The weekend golfer, the average golfer all struggle with improving their swings. We all need proper golf instruction. How to golf swing with a driver is a very important skill to develop.

The top three keys to golfing success are to:

1. Lower your handicap.
2. Shoot lower scores.
3. Learn to hit longer and straighter.

One of the most difficult clubs to swing and perfect for most golfers is the driver.

Here is a suggestion when teeing with your driver:

Tee back from a flat area with feet and ball at the same level. Divots, worn soil areas, dried grass can have the heels of your shoes sitting lower than the golf ball. It seems like a simple thing, why the bother?

The fact is you are out of level with the ball and it can be just enough to end with an incorrect swing resulting with a hook or another swing error which you do not want to do.

The tee peg has markings on its stem. Push the peg into the ground to the correct mark. The correct mark is where the club face hits the golf ball in the middle or the ball is hit at the top edge of the club face.

If the club head hits the ball at too high a level the ball will fly high into the sky. If the ball is too low at the club face then the ball is too low to the ground.

Focus on what you are doing and be mentally prepared to hit the ball. Focus on what needs to be done and not worry about what can go wrong. You will be amazed at the results of doing what needs to be done.

In looking at drivers, you’ll find that they can be made of stainless steel, an alloy or forged titanium. For someone who only golfs from time to time, an alloy driver will be preferable because while they can certainly be found in a fairly high quality, they will invariably be cheaper than one that is made of pure stainless steel or titanium. Titanium is a good material for people who play more consistently and who is looking for a lightweight driver to get more distance, while a stainless steel club will lend more weight to your swing, giving you more control on the descent.

Remember that you should always check a driver for the shaft length; don’t simply assume that your old driver’s shaft length will work for you. It is important to think about the shoes you will be wearing on the green to take your height into account. When you are testing the length of the shaft, check the length of your arms, your height, and the size of your swing to find one that is comfortable for you.

You’ll also need to decide if you want perimeter weighting on your club face. This allows you to have some extra weight around the toe and the sole and it can be very helpful if you happen to miss a shot. The extra weight will also help reduce the shock and help your ball fly straighter and with greater distance. You’ll find that the amount of extra weight you want will be a personal thing. For many golfers, too much perimeter weighting makes it harder to control, while some says it actually makes control more simple.

Also make sure that you consider how much the shaft can bend as you put force into it during a swing. You’ll find that different flexes will have different effects with your swing and you should definitely do some experimenting. The traditional flex ratings include regular, stiff, senior, ladies and extra stiff, and it is a good idea to try all of these.

At the Banner Country Club ProShop, we can help you with a club fitting. You’ll find that this is a great opportunity to try out lots of different clubs and to figure out which one really suits you, so take a look around and see what you can find out about your own game and your own needs for a driver!