Golf is a game of rules and etiquette, and it is quite important to know the basics of golfing etiquette before you go up to the tee to play your first game of golf.

Golfing etiquette demands that it doesn't matter whether you are playing alone, in a twosome or in a foursome, you must always wait your turn. You must also remain aware of the group on the next hole and wait until they are well ahead of you before hitting your ball.

Golfing etiquette also means that it is never correct to "push" the group in front of you. If you are playing with others, wait your turn to hit the ball and never hit at the same time as another player.

While you wait for your turn to play, go to your ball and determine what golf club you will select and how you are going to hit the golf ball with it. This is called "ready golf" and keeps the game moving along. Don't rush anybody, just be ready for your turn.

Another useful piece of golfing etiquette, especially for novices is 'playing through'. For example, if your team is holding up the players behind you, perhaps because you are playing consistently over par or taking a long time to choose your club, let them play through. You would simply wave them through, or if they are not far away from you, just ask them if they would like to play through. You will never make an enemy by doing this!

When someone is making a shot, you should be behind them and you shouldn't make a sound! It is so distracting to be just about to to tee off and just as you pull back, someone decides to jingle coins in their pocket or noisily unwrap a piece of candy.

Replacing divots. Let's say you are on the fairway and you strike the ball a bit thick and a clump of earth and grass goes flying, no problem, but golfing etiquette says that you ought to replace it. On some courses you just put the clod back into the hole and step on it to press it down, but on most courses, there is a sand/seed mixture on the course to put into the divot. Also, if your ball makes a deep impression when it lands on the green, you should use your divot tool to repair it.

As soon as you have completed a hole, replace the flag and leave the green as quickly and quietly as possible (there may be another team teeing off at the next hole) so that the next players can play that hole. Add up your score and write it on the scorecard when you get back to your trolley.

Of course, there are many more rules of golfing etiquette, but these simple ones will enable you to get through the course without making anyone annoyed. If we all keep to golfing etiquette we will keep the game dignified, right?

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Having your things organized and handy might not be the secret to better golfing, nonetheless it definitely improves the golfer's mind-set. In particular when you travel with your clubs, you need to know that your gear is safe and sound, and that you've got a place for every thing you need.

Golf Travel Bags And Travel Covers

With lots of makes as well as features to select from, you can find the ideal golf travel bag and cover for your needs. Whether you are a basic kind of golf player that simply just wishes to ensure the golf clubs will be secure, or for anybody who is one of those linksters whom needs room for a cooler within your golf bag, generally there are a lot of sturdy, convenient golf travel bags from which to choose.

Combos: The Easy Way

Combination golf travel bags/ carrier combos can give you the best of both worlds: they are designed to weigh about the same as a regular golf bag, and in addition they make for less difficult travel and much less bulk to pack. They can be bought with wheels, for ease in getting around the airport or over to the cart. Designs range from sleek metal alloy to padded, reinforced cloth. If you need the convenience of just one piece of luggage that switches quickly to a very functional golf bag on the course, the combo golf travel bag/carrier could be the right choice for you.

Golf Travel Bag With Cover: Familiarity Breeds Comfort

However, some golfers have their bags setup just the way they would like them and see no reason to break everything out and re-pack for a journey. In that situation, adding a durable bag cover or case to your equipment tends to make a lot of sense. They are manufactured so that you can simply pack your travel bag inside, button every thing down, and you're all set. Wheeled designs can be purchased, as well as unique space-saving models which include "hideaway" construction to ensure it is less difficult to store the case when it is not being used.

Consider Your Needs

If you travel infrequently, it probably doesn't make sense to spend lots of money on a travel case or high-end golf travel bag. However, when you consider what you've invested in your clubs, shoes, and other gear (not to mention all those lessons, right?), you won't want to skimp on protection for your investment. Take some time to look at all your options, think about how often you'll use the bag, and take it from there.

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"Drive for show, putt for dough" is the lesson we've all seen and learned from watching the professional golfers in every tournament and championship either live or on TV.

The best players of golf can drive a ball from the tee to kingdom-come, but in the end, it all comes down to how many hits of the ball it takes to get that ball in the hole. The long accurate drives don't mean a thing if you're unable to putt accurately on the green.

The choice of putter is very important, but knowing how to use that putter consistently, is even more important. For example, I've had the same putter for fifteen years, so I know what it feels like in my hand, I know it's weight and I know how all that plays into my putts.

Putting takes a great deal of practice. For example, typically, we drive the ball eighteen times during a game, but putt at least twice that amount. So doesn't it make sense that we should practice our putting at least twice as much as our driving? So, if you can't get to the practice green often enough, just practice on your carpet at home.

But bear in mind that the ball will never make it to the hole, if it doesn't have enough wallup behind it to get it in there. So, why not take the time to get down on the ground to look at the path your ball must run to the hole. Does it slope one way or the other? Does the path run uphill or downhill?

So, stand with your feet spread apart for balance and line up the putt. Keep you hands, arms and shoulders completely still. Imagine that you are a "bobble head" but that you move from just below your chest. Keep your head directly over the ball. Pull your club back; keep your hands, wrists, arms and shoulders steady - the movement comes from your chest. Hit the ball, following the ball through with your club.

Try to learn from each putt and remember the lesson. Practice, practice, practice!

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