JSinker37

Thanks Parker. I've watched a lot of videos that basically explained the things you mentioned. Just haven't got out to try them yet (snow on the courses). I took some lessons last year (probably could call it a clinic) with two others, one a total beginner, and the other a low to mid 20's capper like myself. I mentioned to the instructor at the beginning, that my main goal was to try and work out my slice, but since we had the newbie there, the lessons were more tailored to the basic fundamentals. I did learn some really good stuff that I've already been able to apply and it has really helped in certain situations but I expected just a little more out of it. Snow is pretty much melted and its supposed to be in the 40's this weekend so it should be a nice time to get bsck out and try out some of the good pointers I've been taking in. Thanks again!

Ok so before I put a picture of these up, I need to find out how to get a picture on fromy phone camera if possible

Clearwater, I normally play the ball slightly behind my lead foot, and I have been told by some to try it out at the toes on my lead foot or even slightly out in front in order to make contact at the lowest point of the swing path. I tend to come way across and pull the ball far left when I do this. Ray, kcarile, and clearwater, I have tried tape toward the end of the season last year, however didnt get out to practice as much as I would like to find out what makes the impact point better. Weather is starting to get nicer here, won't be too long where I will be on the links 3-4 times a week and at the range at lease once weekly. I will try some different things with the tape to see what works the best. Ray, I have a major slice issue and if I switched to a tour driver, I'd be doomed! I thought about getting a draw driver or an adjustable to be able to have a closed club face, however most people say dont band-aid an issue that could be solved. I'm pretty sure I can blame that on an out to in swing (played baseball for 15 years), just gotta figure out how to force myself to get a straighter swing path.

Will try to get a picture on here later

Swbyps they look sort of like an incense cone. They have a point on the bottom and gradually increase in thickness towards the top. They have a concave top just like a normal tee would. Dave the tees I'm referring to are made to go in the ground.

Let me re-phrase that... so that half of the ball sits above the driver!

I've tried several different tee heights. I've been teeing so that roughly half of the driver sits above the ball.

I picked up a Nike VR 3H last year brand new for right around $50. Looks nice and more importantly feels and sounds solid on impact. It has 21º loft and the voodoo shaft.

I'm currently hitting a 10.5º Callaway Diablo Octane with the factory regular flex project x shaft. By looking at the ball mark pattern on the face, it appears that I'm hitting the ball hot. Most of the marks are on the top 1/4 of the face and the ball has a very high launch. I know that I'm loosing distance because of this and it also makes my already big slice even bigger. Any recommendations on maybe switching to and 8.5º or using a stiff shaft. Swing speed is usually around 100 and range balls average 235-255 when I can hit em straight. I've tried different ball placement, swing and grip alterations, and address posture, all to no avail. I sometimes think that I might not be hitting the proper shaft/loft combination for my swing. The driver is starting to see more bag time and the 3 wood is taking over lately. Any info is appreciated!

I don't think they are wedge tees. Wedges are usually plastic and flat on the sides. These are round and conical.

I dont usually lose the cones, however, they do usuallyl get driven into the bottom of the dovot on impact and can be a pain to pull back out

That link came up as item not found. In the link, though, I see it says extra long tees. The ones I am referring to are only about an inch or so long. They start at a point at the bottom and basically are the shape of a cardboard party hat. They are made of wood.

Has anyone ever heard of or used the yellow cone tees for irons? I refer to them as carrot tees and absolutely love using them. I used one tee for my iron shots in 5 rounds so far this year (snow isn't cooperating) and it is still intact. Last year I purchased a hundred of them for $2.00 at a local course that shut down at the end of the year. Problem is... I can't find them to buy anywhere! Like I mentioned before, they are very durable compared to regular tees, so 100 should last quite a while but I would still like to have some more. Anyone know where to buy them? Thanks.

Thanks for the input sofingaw, If the snow doesn't hit us im gonna take it to the range this weekend and give it a shot.

Chgocoach... I'm from PA

Thanks. I played baseball for 15 years and have been told it could be a cause for an out to in swing.

Hello everyone, I am new to this site and am hoping to find some tips to straightening out my drives. I golfed a few times about ten years ago just for fun with some friends and got away from the game as soon as I started. Last year, myself and a friend, got back into golfing and we hit the links 35-40 times. It didn't take long to remember what a slice looked like... A big slice at that. I found myself taking multiple penalty strokes per round due to lost balls that went extreme right of the target line. About halfway through the season, I took some golf lessons with a local golf pro, and was hoping to get some tips on how to at least lessen the slice. After the five lessons, I left with a lot of very helpful knowledge, however, there really wasn't much done to help the slice. I just went out yesterday for the first time this year and sliced worse than ever. I mainly only slice the driver and have some occasional slices with irons, hybrids, and fairways. I currently have a Callaway Diablo Octane 10.5 degree driver with a regular flex project x shaft in my bag. My swing speed on a launch monitor averages 98-103 and if I really push it, about 105-109. I have tried several different balls designed to reduce side spin hoping to take a couple yards off the left to right with no luck. I've tried a stronger grip, closing the face, slowing the down swing, pausing in the backswing, you name it. If any of the changes helped, it was only temporary. I did notice that the height of my drives tower over most of the people I golf with. I typically score high 90's low 100's and the best game I ever shot was a 94. I do really hope to straighten out my slice, it would most likely take 5-10 strokes off of my score. Any help is greatly appreciated!