Playing in Rain is part of the golf game, how should you swing
the
club?
And
how should you prepare yourself
in this element ?
Playing
in the Rain:
The most important consideration
when playing in rain is trying to keep dry!
Equipment to
help you in the rain :
- UMBRELLA:
A good golf umbrella large enough to cover yourself and
your clubs when walking.
- SHOES: Good
waterproof golf shoes will help you with
traction on wet ground. Try to keep the soles free of
any build up of debris such as cut grass ect..
- GLOVES: Extra
gloves will help keep your grip dry and enable you to better
hold on to the club without having to squeeze to tightly
causing tension in the hands and arms.
- RAIN SUIT:
A water proof rain suit to keep you dry, large enough to allow you to
swing freely.
- TOWELS: Always
have extra towels to dry your hands and the grip of your club.
- GOLF BAG COVER: Usually
some type of plastic cover to keep your clubs dry that may
even fit over the entire bag.
- Cap: A golf cap
to keep your head and glasses, if you wear them, dry.
Your shot when in the rain:
Analyse your upcoming shot while under
the umbrella, considering club selection and the type of shot you want
to make.
If needed , use a tee or a ball
mark repair tool to clean the soles of your shoes to ensure
good traction.
Pay particular attention to keeping the grip of
your club dry by using a dry towel if needed and by keeping the club
protected as long as possible by the umbrella prior to the
shot.
Shot
affected when playing in rain!!!
Fairways:
There will
be less backspin when hitting in wet condition so the ball may travel
and roll farther than normal. If the ground is softer from the
rain there will be less roll so you may want to use a less lofted club for more distance.
Putting: When putting on a wet green, you will have
to stroke the putt firmer as the green will be slower than normal. Also
the amount of break on a sloped green will be reduced accordingly.
Sand Bunkers: The sand in the sand bunker will be firmer and the
club will not cut as deeply therfore you may swing more easily than you
normally would for the same distance.
Happy
Golfing!!!
Topping
the Ball
Uphill,
Downhill and
Sidehill Lies
Pushing & Pulling
your Shots
Playing in
the Rain
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