Tips
October 29, 2013
Shave Strokes Immediately with Better Alignment
You can watch training videos, work on swing mechanics, do drills and pound balls on the range all day but if you’re not lined up correctly before you hit a shot, you’re going to struggle. Improving your...
October 21, 2013
Common Golf Aches and Pains – Which Ones are Okay and Which Ones Aren’t
Though golf isn’t quite as physically demanding as sports like football or basketball, it does require players to put their bodies in a lot of unusual and straining positions. Professional golfers are some of the...
October 7, 2013
Control Your Emotions to Shoot Better Scores
No one ever said golf was easy. On any given day, it can be one of the most enjoyable activities on the planet or one of the most frustrating. As is the case with most sports, if you’re playing well, it’s...
September 30, 2013
Improve Your Ball Striking with Better Tempo
Everyone’s swing is different, even at the professional level. The swings of Jim Furyk, Bubba Watson and Tommy Gainey might not look quite as pretty as players like Rory, Tiger or Freddy Couples but there is one...
September 23, 2013
Unorthodox Shots that Can Help You On the Course
Sometimes you find yourself in one of those situations on the course when you just don’t know what to do. Maybe you’re up against the stump of a tree or on the lip of a bunker or right beside a high cut off...
September 16, 2013
Stop Slow Play Once and For All
There’s absolutely nothing more annoying in the game of golf than slow play. Not even close. We all love golf, but let’s be honest, playing five and half hour rounds just isn’t something that any of us...
September 3, 2013
How to Become an Expert Out of the Bunker
Do you dread seeing your ball roll into the greenside bunker? If you answered yes then the chances are that you’re probably not exactly a guru out of the sand, but you could be. Hitting out of sand isn’t...
August 26, 2013
Understanding Your Ball Flight
The flight of your ball can tell you almost everything about your swing. There’s a reason you’re pushing it, or pulling it, or slicing it, or hooking it, and the quicker you understand why the ball is moving...
August 19, 2013
Improve Your Game Around the Green
There’s no ifs, ands or buts about it; how you perform on and around the green determines how well you score. A good short game can boost your confidence and help you minimize the damage caused by bad shots. If...
August 13, 2013
How to Avoid Big Numbers
All it takes is one big number to ruin a perfectly good round of golf. You can play great for 16 or 17 holes but one 7 or 8 on the card is all it takes to crush your confidence. Most amateurs attribute their big numbers...
July 29, 2013
Why Shipping Your Clubs is a Better Option than Traveling with Them
Whether you’re an experienced traveler whose golf clubs are almost an extension of your body, or a relatively new player who’s just planning your first getaway to Florida next year with some friends, getting...
July 22, 2013
How to Hit Shots Under Pressure
Faltering under pressure is something that we see at every level of golf. Even the greatest players in the history of the game have fallen victim to its effects and while hitting shots under pressure isn’t exactly...
July 15, 2013
Sink More Putts with Three Easy Tips
Putting should be the easiest part of the game, right? There aren’t any hazards to watch out for, the wind doesn’t really affect the ball, you don’t have to worry about topping your shot or hitting it...
July 10, 2013
Play Better in Windy Conditions
The only thing worse than playing golf in the cold is playing golf in the wind. The game is hard enough in perfect conditions let alone a windstorm. So next time you look at the forecast and you see that it might get a...
July 1, 2013
Choosing the Right Golf Ball
When it comes to golf balls, more expensive doesn’t always mean better performance. In fact, you may actually see better results if you do a little research and start playing a ball that doesn’t cost quite...
June 4, 2013
Add Distance Off the Tee
Having the ability to hit the ball long distances off the tee is something that all golfers desire to possess, and although it’s certainly not the most important aspect of...May 31, 2013
Product Review – iPing Putter iPhone App
Just when you think the iPhone couldn’t possibly do anything else to make your life easier, it does. And if you’re a serious golfer, the latest release of Ping’s putter app (iPing) last month might...
May 6, 2013
The Quick Guide to Yellow and Red Staked Water Hazards
The controversy surrounding Tiger Woods two-shot penalty at the Masters last weekend should serve as a testament to just how important the rules of golf actually are, and if the greatest player in the world can get...
April 22, 2013
Forget the Range – Shave Strokes Instantly with Better Course Management
We’re all looking for easy ways to shave strokes off our score, and while most golfers are quick to offer you a swing tip or a hot new driver that will add 20 yards off the tee, the easiest and most immediate way to...
April 3, 2013
A Few Things You Want to Do Before the Golf Season Officially Kicks Off
Well, if you live North of the Mason-Dixon Line it’s finally starting to warm up (at least a little bit). And while we all know that weathermen occupy the only profession in which you can be wrong on a daily basis...Golf Tips
Golf Betting Games Explained: Nassau, Skins, Wolf & More
Every group has a Kevin. If you’re a fan of The Office,...
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
Snowbird Golf Guide: Ship Clubs & Luggage for Winter
Heading south for the winter? The easiest way to get your golf...
How to Plan the Perfect Golf Trip: A Modern Guide for the Group Planner
Golf travel has absolutely boomed over the past few years...
Top 10 Tips for Traveling with Golf Clubs Internationally
There’s nothing quite like teeing it up at a new destination,...