Follow Suzann Pettersen’s example Suzann Pettersen is a prime example of how to get backspin on a golf ball. Her shots at the Solheim Cup were very impressive. Backspin is all about ball-turf contact. Suzann Pettersen would’ve used a sand iron or possibly a 60-degree wedge to hit the ball and she had the courage […]
If you’re a Golf Care policyholder, you’ll know that we send out special Ripe golf balls when you take out a new policy. Now, we want to thank you for choosing us by giving you the chance to win 24 FREE Srixon AD333 golf balls. We’ve launched a competition to find out where in the […]
By now, you’ve probably heard about a new scheme being proposed by England Golf whereby roaming golfers could be given an official handicap in exchange for a fee. The scheme has raised concern among clubs and county unions across the UK, amid fears it could compromise trust in official handicapping and lead to a decrease […]
Besides your 14 clubs and plenty of balls, what else is essential for your golf kit bag? Let’s find out. (And don’t forget, Christmas isn’t that far off – yes, yes, sorry). Without further ado… GPS Device The golf GPS device has become a crucial piece of kit in recent years, as it’s helped golfers […]
Doubtless a place that features more than just a few venues on your bucket list, Scotland has more than 550 golf courses to choose from. You can walk in the footsteps of the world’s greatest golfers one day, and stumble across a hidden gem the next. Links, parkland, heathland – no one ever tires of […]
If you’re a golfing novice, the equipment can be intimidating and difficult to make sense of. A new set of irons is a considerable investment, so you want to get this purchase right in order to gain the most enjoyment from golf. Most manufacturers feature what’s known as a ‘game improvement’ set within their line-up. […]
