Wednesday, March 11, 2009

I know, it's a stretch to blog about the new Apple iPod Shuffle on a Golf Tips Blog. But bear with me.

The new iPod Shuffle is officially ridiculously small. It's about the size of a piece of Trident gum. It's almost invisible. In fact, it's just a matter of time until we get rid of those clumsy, wired earphones and we start using hearing-aid style earbuds that are cord free...

What's any of this iPod Shuffle have to do with golf? Simply put, as an editor, I rarely practice my golf game without some sort of iPod. Having music, whatever style that may be, helps me block out what else is going on the range and if anything, helps me build a better rhythm and flow. Also, it distracts me from over-analyzing my swing (Something I do a lot. Probably because it's my job to help instructors dissect all sorts of golf swings).

The new iPod Shuffle? Well, it's tiny, meaning you can take it anywhere, including the practice center. Better yet, if you happen to play golf alone (ohh, you're so lucky), having an iPod keeps you entertained between shots. Again, I use mine whenever I can on the course (but not when I'm playing with someone. That's just plain rude.) ($80)

I think I've made my point. Go get one. Click HERE.

Labels: apple, clubs, earbuds, editor, equipment, gear, golf, ipod, music, practice, shuffle, strategy

Written at 9:40 AM by Ryan Noll.

0 Comments | Post A Comment | View Comments

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Training Aids Are The Real Deal, Folks.

Okay everybody: I just spent all day at Riviera CC (The Northern Trust Open), and couldn't help but notice that most players on the range had some sort of training aid nearby. So for those of you who think you're too good for some gadget that promises to help you lower your score, think again. The best player in the world use them too.

Some of the most popular training aids, however, are also the simplest. Tools designed for alignment aiding such as the Practice T (shown), help golfers ingrain better alignment, ball position and so forth. That's the kind of stuff the big boys work on... ($59)

Don't be afraid to give it a try. In fact, you'll not only play more like a Tour pro, you'll look more like one as well. Get one HERE.

Labels: eyeline, golf, northern trust, pga tour, practice, practice t, training aid

Written at 8:54 AM by Ryan Noll.

0 Comments | Post A Comment | View Comments

Thursday, February 12, 2009

Practice your flop shot indoors.

If you've ever hit one of those plastic, "Whiffle-style" golf balls designed for indoor use, you know how unsatisfying they feel. In fact, you can't feel them at all.

Looking for an alternative? Try The Floppy. Designed strictly for indoor use, The Floppy has a woven cover and a soft filling material, meaning it has a resilient feel yet is soft enough to bounce off a window with a wedge (check out the video on the website.) $19.95 (pack of four)

Buy one HERE.

Labels: flop shot, golf, indoors, practice

Written at 9:33 AM by Ryan Noll.

1 Comments | Post A Comment | View Comments