Posted on: 10 June, 2005
Author: Joe Pena
Would you agree that coming over the top (in your golf swing) is one of the most frustrating problems to have in the game of golf? Yes? Well, consider this: If you manage to fix that OTT problem, you'll start hitting better golf shots. You're going to begin feeling a whole lot better about your game...about yourself too. And just like that misery that won't let go after a bad round of golf theres a good feeling you get as a result of playing a good golf game because you fixed that OTT problem. It tends to linger too. Sometimes...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 10 June, 2005
Author: Mike Pedersen
Learning to play golf has now become the pursuit of both men and women of different ages. Right from the very young golfers to senior citizens as old as 80 years old or even older. One similarity is now very clearly evident in all those learning to play golf or learning to play better golf, irrespective of their age. And that is the fact that those learning to play golf while staying fit and conditioning muscles with golf specific exercise routines have produced spectacular results. Junior golfers of the likes of Ty Tryon, Michelle Wie and the Song sisters have...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 10 June, 2005
Author: Mike Pedersen
Why would anybody need a golf coach when most of the famous golfers of old developed their game pretty much on their own? And besides, wouldnt a golf coach take away all the fun of the game and make the whole thing too serious to call a leisure activity anymore? These are some of the many concerns amateur golfers have whenever the idea of a golf coach is suggested to them. Genuine concerns but mostly outdated because the modern game has changed a lot and continue to change. One of the most distinct changes witnessed in the game is the...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 08 June, 2005
Author: Kent Johnson
All right, so you've decided that you want to learn how to paddlea kayak, but you're not sure where to start. Should you takelessons, learn from an experienced friend, or wing it onyour own? The answer is that all of these options can work, and havefor thousands of paddlers. Learning on your own can betricky, and you'll probably make every mistake in the bookbefore you get comfortable, but it certainly is a viableoption. Just make sure you're in reasonable aerobiccondition, have a modest amount of smarts and common sense,and are willing to be patient. A good kayaking instructor, on the...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 08 June, 2005
Author: Mike Ross
Electric walking golf carts are a great way to play golf, carry your clubs, and get a brisk workout all in one. Plus, these carts make it so you can walk without having to lug your golf clubs on your shoulder. The electric cart does all the work for you. These carts have become such the next big thing on the course that they are even taking business away from monster golf carts. There are several quality electric cart manufacturers out there to pick from, such as Lectronic Kaddy, Club Glove, Bag Boy, and Club Glove. These carts make for...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 08 June, 2005
Author: Mike Ross
Nike Dri Fit Tiger Woods golf shoes and other quality brand shoes are not just for playing golf. These shoes are meant to be worn like athletic shoes, even like hiking shoes and walking shoes. These shoes are meant to protect your feet in all sorts of terrain and in all sorts of weather conditions. Thats why Nike has designed the Tiger Woods brand shoes, and other models like the Nike Air Max Mystify golf shoes women and mens variety, to safeguard your feet with quality construction and durable materials. The shoe heel construction on these Nikes includes a lower...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 08 June, 2005
Author: Mike Pedersen
Golf exercise is not necessarily done in a gym. Getting creative with what you have can make all the difference and have a very positive impact on your game. Even extremely busy executives can get 15 seconds at a time while seated at their computer or work station in the office, for some golf exercise. There are actually many different stretch golf exercises you can get done in your office, here is one. I call it the seated twist golf exercise. Sit upright in your chair with your chest high and back straight. Reach behind you with one arm, which...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 06 June, 2005
Author: Cameron Larsen
For those of us who sometimes think about fly fishing beyond catching fish, Lee Wulff is no stranger. By all accounts Lee Wulff was accomplished at whatever he set his sights on. When I read about Lee Wulff, I am reminded of how life should be lived, fully. An artist trained in Paris, he was renowned for his meticulous attention to detail and amazing finger dexterity. Those of us who fly fish owe a great deal to this man, and we are lucky that he chose fly fishing as one of his passions. Undoubtedly Wulff is most well known for...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 06 June, 2005
Author: Dave Cole
On a raw, cold day in the European Alps, Lance Armstrong steered his bike into the sleeting snow, then stopped. His partner riding in the car behind him urged Lance to give it up for the day and return to the comfort of his shelter. But Lance Armstrong considered himself a winner,and a person who was willing to do whatever ittook to accomplish his goals. With the frigid cold andwailing wind biting at his back, Armstrong said,"No, I'm going on." Hopping back on his bike he rode for seven morehours, in that storm.....alone. Lance was determined,determined to win ......and win...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 06 June, 2005
Author: Cameron Larsen
At first glance, and well maybe even at second glance fly tying hook sizes can be confusing. They have not only the size number attached to them but then they have all those x numbers following them. So they come out reading size 12, 1x short, 1x fine. Or size 8, 2x long 2x heavy. To the beginner it is hard to discern what hook should be used for what style fly. Or further how to obtain a decent hook inventory without buying fifty different hook styles. Article Tags: Nymph Hooks, Specialty Hooks, Hook Manufacturers, Chemically Sharpened, Mustad Hooks Source:...
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