practice net for small back yard?

[wuaname]

Hi guys, second post on here. Simple newb question on setting up a practice area at home. I read through a few posts in the archives, so that helped, but have a few specific questions. My yard? umm, small... I was thinking of getting a net like in the link to practice my swinging.. Are those worthwhile when you can't get out on the course? Or should I just getting a mat to practice putting? Or any other nets I should be looking at? Thanks http://www.golfgalaxy.com/sklz-practice-net/ss13sklzprctnet7/product

[Patch]

For the price that seems like a decent piece of equipment.

I made my own using netting I purchased from at a war surplus outlet, and 3/4" electric conduit for the frame work. I used shower curtain hangers to attach the netting to the frame. Cost me about $80, but has lasted for over a decade. I was really over sized it both wide, and high. I hung a towel for the ball to hit, to avoid damaging the netting.

The only problem I see with using a net for longer swings, is the it does not allow the golfer to see the actual ball flight. It's quite possible the golfer practicing with a net, might feel they are hitting good shots. However, once on the course, that good swing, and ball contact might actually be a slice, or hook.

[rehmwa]

The only problem I see with using a net for longer swings, is the it does not allow the golfer to see the actual ball flight.

Easily fixed if your neighbors are very understanding........or have good insurance