http://www.gloryclouds.com/blog Tue, 26 Aug 2008 04:33:01 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Your hands and fingers will tell you what the best golf grip is.  You need to actually feel it during a swing.  The main thing is not the brand of the grip, but the size.  The right diameter can really help your game. http://www.gloryclouds.com/blog/?p=15 Hi Gloryclouds, today I played a round I could not get my driver to go straight like I usually can.  I use ladies flex shafts, and my swing speed is 75mph.  Should I get a senior flex shaft?  If so, what kind would get me more distance?  Thanks! Ladies and Senior ... http://www.gloryclouds.com/blog/?p=13 Golf club shaft flex is a measure of how much the shaft will bend during your swing. For players with high swing speeds, stiff shafts will work better.  To see what flex is best for you, visit your local golf shop or store to get fit for clubs.  For beginners, ... http://www.gloryclouds.com/blog/?p=11 I seem to be moving my hands away from my body when I strike the ball.  I also know that sometimes I do not rotate my right hand at the strike point, and my club face is open at impact. Your hands moving away from your body at impact is concerning.  ... http://www.gloryclouds.com/blog/?p=9 Golf shaft flex rating sometimes depends on the shaft manufacturer.  However, usually the shaft flex rating is determined at 90 miles per hour and less, which is regular, 100-110 should be stiff, and over 110 mph is extrastiff. http://www.gloryclouds.com/blog/?p=7 Fujikura shafts and UST shafts are the leaders in this division.  You will need to do some practice swings to get used to it.  The good thing is that there are a lot of choices.  Price range varies, but you can usually find a good tip stiff shaft from $50 ... http://www.gloryclouds.com/blog/?p=5 Dear gloryclouds, my clubs have a 95 mph rating, and I think my swing is faster than that now.  What is the effect if your clubs have a flex that is too slow? A weak flex shaft will reduce your distance, but more importantly your accuracy.  Your timing will be affected, ... http://www.gloryclouds.com/blog/?p=3