For those who like to get their golfing fix year-round, it’s vital to consider the impact of the winter conditions. That’s why in this video and article, PGA pro Barney Puttick shares some of his favourite tips for playing in cold weather…
Depending where you live, you may be subjected to the elements on a fairly regular basis in winter, so if you want to keep your game sharp, you’ll need to make some changes. That’s why I’ve put together these five tips for playing golf during the off-season this year.
1. Adjust your set-up
Wet fairways and muddy lies are more prevalent this time of year, so adjustments must be made to ensure quality of strike. Luckily, most of them can be made at set-up. First, you want to bring your feet a little closer together and move the ball position a fraction back in your stance.
From there, simply feel like you’re trying to hit the front of the ball at impact. In winter, pick and place tends to be in operation, so if this is the case, place the ball on the ground so the line is perpendicular to your target as below.
Use the line on your ball to help you strike it better from wet and muddy lies
(Image credit: Neil Tappin)
This will mean you can see the front half of the ball, which will make it easier to make proper contact and also acts as a great method if you want to learn how to stop striking your irons heavy.
2. Always use the same ball
So many golfers underestimate the importance of the golf ball. If you looked in the bags of the majority of amateurs, you would see a random mishmash of brands and compressions. But not all golf balls are created equal, and it’s important to find one that suits your game if you want to get a handle on your cold weather yardages. Otherwise, it’s a bit of a guessing game.
Getting a golf ball fitting is much easier than it used to be and will be a worthy investment for those who who want to play their best. However, if that isn’t for you, as a general rule in winter, something a little firmer will help you when it comes to distance off the tee, and on approach to the green as it won’t spin…
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