confusing range session

[itzzzberny]

so i was on the range yesterday, hitting the ball really well. i'm trying to gain some distance on my irons and recently starting using my right leg to push into the shot, which has helped a lot. but my problem is, i noticed i was hitting my 8 iron way over my old average ( old: 140-150; yesterday: 160-170). ball flight is the same, but i do notice the ball leaves the face much faster. it was nice having gained yardage but now instead of having a good 10 yard difference between each club, i fear that this change could mess with my club selection.

any one else who had a the same experience? your input is greatly appreciated.

[CarlSpackler]

This morning on the range, I was flying over the markers that I usually hit with certain clubs. I noticed that the hitting area was moved way up and it was quite warm outside. Just some considerations; not saying you aren't hitting it longer.

[itzzzberny]

  CarlSpackler said:

This morning on the range, I was flying over the markers that I usually hit with certain clubs. I noticed that the hitting area was moved way up and it was quite warm outside. Just some considerations; not saying you aren't hitting it longer.

i know what you mean, the conditions play a big difference. this range is right next to Los Angeles Community College. its a 3 story, 200 yard range ( like a giant birdcage). if your on the first floor, they have a marker in the center of the end fence about 2nd floor height, and that is supposed to be 250. of, course thats not always accurate. there are yardage markers along the right and left of the range(50,75,100,120,150,170 and 200 being the end fence).

[lobsterzilla]

thank the heavens your problem is randomly hitting the ball farther.

[microcrayfish]

I've had days at the range when I've seemingly magically picked up a club length in distance; it usually doesn't translate to the course. You're probably better off hitting the same club you always would given the particular distance on the course until you're sure that you really are hitting it farther constantly. The last thing you need to be doing is standing over your ball wondering if you've got the wrong club in your hands.

[itzzzberny]

  lobsterzilla said:

thank the heavens your problem is randomly hitting the ball farther.

haha. at first i was kinda annoyed at this response. but its roy 'tin cup' mcavoy.

[BirdIsTheWord]

It's not unusual for yardage to fluxuate from time-to-time, condition-to-condition, etc. Range markers are also notorious liars. I'm a long hitter and I'll say, it's very easy and fun to take less club...I'm gonna go out on a limb and say maybe you picked up those Callaway irons recently? Callaway irons are usually geared lower, so a 9 might play like a standard 8. If so, you might feel a new gap between your PW and your wedges. Kudos on the Nicklaus leg action, although it sounds like your right leg could be more passive.

[Zeph]

  lobsterzilla said:

thank the heavens your problem is randomly hitting the ball farther.

If I couldn't control it, I would rather hit the ball a bit further now and then. If I'm 150 yards from the green, pull out my 8i and it suddenly flies 170 I'll be in trouble. 20 yards short will leave me with a much simpler shot.

I've had some moments where everything clicks and the ball flies wonderful and a bit further. I use to think it's how the good players hit the ball and that I might hit it consistently some day.

[itzzzberny]

  BirdIsTheWord said:

It's not unusual for yardage to fluxuate from time-to-time, condition-to-condition, etc. Range markers are also notorious liars. I'm a long hitter and I'll say, it's very easy and fun to take less club...I'm gonna go out on a limb and say maybe you picked up those Callaway irons recently? Callaway irons are usually geared lower, so a 9 might play like a standard 8. If so, you might feel a new gap between your PW and your wedges. Kudos on the Nicklaus leg action, although it sounds like your right leg could be more passive.

i've had these irons for about 2 years. i demo'd the x-22 s the other day. i would have to stick with the x-20's. i've gotten really comfortable with them and feel very confident hitting them. i only wish my ft-5 head wouldn't make the sound of an aluminum bat...

thanks for the tip about keeping my leg more passive. i'll try it out next time.