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7 Amazing Golf Shots That Will Blow Your Mind
Check out 7 shots that are out-of-this-world below. How many of these had you seen before?Ten reasons it makes more sense to ship your golf clubs rather than fly with them
Golfers can travel with their clubs all they want, like my staff and I do for a living, and it never really gets easier. I’ve schlepped my golf clubs around airports all over the world, and it’s still a pain...7 Ways to Re-Purpose Golf Equipment
When you have old golf equipment, what do you do? You repurpose it, of course, and give it a second life as something else. Here are seven ideas on how to re-use and upcycle old clubs, balls, tees, and more.The 5 Best Mental Golf Warm-up Exercises
Preparing for the game is just as much mental as it is physical—maybe even more so. Therefore, you should never underestimate the importance of warming up both your head and your body to play the game well. Below are...The Best Parts of the Game of Golf (Even Non-Players Agree with #3)
Whether you’re a long-time player or a newbie, there are a huge number of great things about the game. We can’t list them all, so add your personal favorites to the comments below.8 Amazing Golf Facts
You don’t have to be in love with golf in order to enjoy some amazing facts about the game. When human beings invent a sport, they also come up with some wacky and surprising methods by which to play, promote, and...Is It a Good Day for Golf? 5 Tips for Picking the Best Time to Play
Although the question might be “When isn’t it a good time to hit the greens?” some times are obviously better than others (think: severe lightning storm). If you are looking for the best way to predict the perfect...3 Amazing Golf Hacks for a More Enjoyable Game
While the challenge of becoming a better player always keeps golf an interesting, enjoyable game, there’s nothing wrong with removing some of the serious irritations inherent to the sport. As long as it doesn’t...7 Reasons Why Golf is Good for You (#4 May Surprise You!)
Looking for a few great arguments to justify your constant efforts to get in a round or two? Look no further. It turns out playing 18 holes once or more per week can be of great benefit to your mental and physical...The 5 Most Common Golf Injuries (and What to Do About Them)
Love golf? Chances are that if you are an avid player, you will suffer from one or more of these common golf injuries at some point. Become aware of the possible problems and either prevent them or get them treated...5 Mistakes People Make When Planning a Golf Getaway
A really great golf getaway is one of those pleasures in life that may come up once in a lifetime—maybe twice—if you’re lucky. So now that you’ve got commitments from your golf buddies, you’ve got the go-ahead...
Affordable Golf Packages for Your Next Getaway
Whether you’re planning your next trip with the guys, or booking a corporate trip, golf packages can really help you save money while enjoying the sport you love. Some companies offer discounts in specific...Play the Right Set of Tees to Maximize Enjoyment
Golf courses have multiple sets of tees for a reason. They’re not just there to look at. They’re there to use. So use them. Playing from the wrong set of tees can cause a number of problems, not only for...
The Importance of Lag Putting
Aside from throwing a few balls down on the putting green before teeing off, the average golfer doesn’t practice their putting nearly as much as they should. Anywhere from 40% to 50% of shots taken during a round...
Ship Your Golf Clubs in 5 Easy Steps With ShipSticks
Ship Sticks makes getting your golf clubs from one destination to another as simple as humanly possible. No lugging your clubs to the airport or to a shipping facility, no wondering if they’re going to get to your...
4 Reasons Why You Should Never Fly With Your Golf Clubs
Golf trips are fun. Flying with your clubs isn’t. Between getting to the airport, boarding your flight and making sure you didn’t forget anything, you’ve got enough on your mind. Why add to that by...
Listen to Your Body to Prevent Golf Injuries
Golf isn’t the most physically demanding sport on the planet but it does require players to put their bodies in a number of very straining positions. From the shoulders and hips, to the back and neck, even some of...
Cure Your Slice in 5 Minutes
The slice is the most commonly hit shot in all of golf. Prevalent among amateurs, it can often result in some pretty high scores if you don’t know how to control it. A great deal of discouraged slicers just assume...
5 Steps For Hitting Low Shots That Drive Through the Wind
Controlling your ball flight is the key to good iron play, and if you ever want to be able to play well in the wind, you need to learn how to hit the ball relatively low. Sometimes referred to as punch shots, these low...
To Shoot Lower Scores Focus on Your Game, Not Your Swing
Golf isn’t about having a good looking swing. It’s not about hitting every fairway or hitting every green in regulation or making every 10-foot putt either. It’s about recording a score — and it...Golf Tips

How to Stay Cool on the Golf Course During Summer
Sweltering temperatures, relentless sun, and rising humidity can...

Scratch Golfer: What It Means and How to Achieve It
Every golfer has their own definition of success, but for many,...
Packing Tips

How to Protect Your Golf Clubs When Flying
We’ve all heard the horror stories. Golf clubs arriving with...

How to Pack a Golf Bag: 4 Tips to Avoid Damaged Clubs
Your golf game is a worthy investment. But, when you travel with...
Luggage Hacks to Make Your Next Trip a Breeze
Don’t Leave Your House Without Checking These Packing Hacks!...
Shipping Tips

Shipping Golf Clubs With UPS vs. FedEx
With airline baggage fees climbing higher than your tee shots,...

Shipping Golf Clubs | How Much Does It Cost to Ship Golf Clubs?
It happens. You’re getting ready to check your bag for your...

How to Protect Your Golf Clubs When Flying
We’ve all heard the horror stories. Golf clubs arriving with...

The Cheapest Way to Ship Golf Clubs: Travel Guide
Since 2012, Ship Sticks has remained committed to helping...
Travel Tips

Top 10 Tips for Traveling with Golf Clubs Internationally
There’s nothing quite like teeing it up at a new destination,...

50 Golf Trip Essentials: Full Packing List
Whether you’re headed to the historic links of Scotland,...

Secrets to a Hassle-Free Buddies Golf Trip
There’s nothing quite as fun as a buddies golf trip. For many,...