The most important, and often overlooked, aspect of golfing is putting.  It can turn missed shots with irons and drivers into an afterthought with a great par saving up-and-in.  By practicing on a golf putting green early and often, and keeping your regular swing in check with a golf alignment mat, a golf mat, and some limited flight balls, your game likely will improve.

“I made absolutely nothing,” … “I just have to say terrible day on the greens. And I had it at the wrong time”-Woods

Even Tiger Woods had struggles on the putting green.  Some shots were missed with irons, but Tiger often put himself in a position to make a par-saving putt, or a birdie try.  Practice is the only way this can be fixed, but, of course, in some instances there is no controlling what may happen.

During a round, there are times when a poor tee shot or a missed iron shot will lead to a need to recover.  By becoming a mainstay on the golf putting green, or on the golf mats at a driving range, a consistent swing will be had and it will become easier not to compound errors.

“I accept the fact that I’m going to miss it sometimes.  I just hope I miss it where I can find it.” -Fuzzy Zoeller

By taking this approach and realizing that it is more important not to compound mistakes than to try not to make an incredible shot after a miscue, it will be easier to practice for any type of situation.  Using golf alignment mats and working on draws and fades with limited flight balls is a great way to practice for this.

Any successful golfer would attest to the fact that the most important factor to success is practicing. Without practicing your game, getting a consistent swing, and being mentally prepared for the next time you play, there is no way you will have the success that you want on the golf course. It is important to understand this because many golfers believe they will improve by simply playing multiple rounds. Unfortunately, they do not understand that they will be practicing the wrong swing over and over, eventually bringing it to the point where it will become difficult to change it back even with time spent practicing.

“It’s a funny thing, the more I practice the luckier I get.” -Gary Player

While this quote says that luck is a product of practice, it really shows that those who practice more often have better rounds. Whether the shots are considered lucky or not often is a result of having good fundamental technique in the shot. By practicing with golf training aids like golf driving range mats and putting greens, your game will certainly improve, and maybe even get a little luckier.

Custom Golf Carts and Cars are all the rage there are even new hummer and roadster models available

Here are just some of the golf cart accessories that you will find
BALL & CLUB WASHERS, LIGHTS, DASH TRAYS Golf Cart COOLERS & BRACKETS, WINDSHIELDS STEERING WHEELS, STORAGE COVERS COWLS, REAR SEAT KITS MIRRORS, SAND & SEED BOTTLES WEATHER ENCLOSURES, LIFT KITS, STEERING WHEEL COVERS, RAMPS WHEELS, TIRES, TRAYS, PEDAL SETS WHEEL COVERS

You can even make your golf cart “road ready” , maybe that’s when it becomes a golf car

Below is an article about golf cart “surprising uses”

Golf Carts — An Amazingly Diversified Niche Industry

Golfers out for a Sunday afternoon game just take them for granted on the golf course, and never think about their origin. I am talking about golf carts, those miniature vehicles dotting each golf course. Even so, golf cart production is a multi-million dollar industry and different systems abound. Golf carts are manufactured as miniature cars, and golf-cart corporations provide leasing and financing choices just as the huge car corporations do.

Golf originates from a medieval game played on the coast of Scotland in the 15th century. Golfers would hit a pebble instead of a manufactured ball around the sand dunes employing a stick or wide club. As time passed, stones were exchanged for man-made balls, the earliest of which were thin leather bags stuffed with feathers. The gutta-percha ball wasn’t invented until 1848 and might be hit the maximum distance of 225 yards. In 1899 rubber balls were invented that may reach distances of 430 yards if hit by a professional. Golf sticks evolved into carefully weighted golf clubs, and in the 1880’s the use of golf club bags became fashionable. The caddie, a servant who carted all the player’s gear aound the golf course, had his burden lessened in the early 1950’s by the introduction of the golf cart.

The 1st golf cart manufacturers were E-Z-Go, Pargo, Harley Davidson and Cushman. The cost was astoundingly high for this era, $1200, however as even more manufacturers entered the field it dropped to $600, still a steep price for this era in inflationary terms. Fifty years later, E-Z-Go is still producing golf carts today. There are 100s of golf cart manufacturers listed online, and virtually all of these corporations specialize solely in these vehicles, and don’t produce any larger cars.

The 1st golf carts were gas-powered, however recently the market has shifted to even more battery-powered systems. Golf carts can be customized just like cars, and lift kits and ATV wheels are sold to golfers who wish to express their individuality out on the course. There are corporations which specialize in creating entire custom golf cars, or even miniaturized versions of full sized cars, like the Humdinger (Humvee), mini Jeep, Rolls-Royce, Cadillac or even Mercedes-Benz.

Golf carts come in three forms: manual push/pull carts, electric motorized carts, and electric or even gas golf cars that hold passengers as well as gear. Push/pull carts have two to three wheels and a vertical support to hold a golf bag. They are basically just a manual dollies with clips and holders especially adapted for golf gear, and sell for $50 to $100. Moving higher in sophistication, motorized golf caddies cost about $500 all the way to $1000. Golf carts, which resemble dune buggies in size, begin at about $1800 for a small basic model.

Ebay has a massive choice of both new and utilized golf carts at low prices however service can be a problem with the smaller vendors. Check if the vendor has a physical store as well and is not just a reseller of a larger firm. Warranty service can be affected by this.

Manufacturers are also expanding their sales by renaming carts “Electric Utility Vehicles” and suggesting alternate utilizes for them, like hauling lawn equipment and travelling around rural properties.
Frank Hague is sort of an expert on golf carts, he does a lot of golfing with them. http://www.golf-carts-2006.info

http://www.thefreelibrary.com/About+Golf+Carts+and+Their+Surprising+Uses-a01073754875

Golf world kicks off American Express Women’s Golf Month
This month, golf courses across the country will participate in the 2009 American Express Women’s Golf Month, offering women free golf instruction and a variety of other activities – from receptions and seminars, to club fittings and equipment demonstrations. PGA/LPGA Professional Suzy Whaley, LPGA Tour and World Golf Halls of Fame member Nancy Lopez, and fitness expert and philanthropist Donna Richardson Joyner serve as spokeswomen.

“Programs such as American Express Women’s Golf Month, provide the opportunity to experience the game of golf in a comfortable setting, under the guidance of skilled PGA/LPGA Professionals,” said Anne Lyndrup, director of player development for the National Golf Course Owners Association and leader of the Women’s Golf Month organizers. “We look forward to celebrating the game of golf with thousands of people across the country during our fifth anniversary.”

Along with complimentary golf instruction for women 14 and older, participating host facilities plan events such as networking receptions, golf rules and etiquette seminars, club fitting, equipment demonstrations, golf apparel fashion shows, luncheons and contests. Complimentary use of golf clubs will be available at all locations. GCSAA members are encouraged to host open house events and course tours to share information about golf courses and the environment.

American Express Women’s Golf Month is part of the national Play Golf America campaign. It is coordinated by industry-leading organizations, including GCSAA, Executive Women’s Golf Association, Ladies Professional Golf Association, National Golf Course Owners Association and The PGA of America. For more information, including a list of local participating facilities, visit PlayGolfAmerica.com.

In its first four years, more than 105,000 people nationwide have been introduced or re-introduced to the game of golf during Women’s Golf Month, which premiered in 2005 as Women’s Golf Week. In 2008, 1,208 facilities nationwide hosted events with 37,350 consumers attending. Of those consumers, 47 percent were new customers to the facility and 32 percent were new golfers. Host facilities reported a median of $3,320 in revenues generated from people who continued to pursue the game following American Express Women’s Golf Month.

Practice practice practice your golf game at home!

I’m working on hitting greens from 150 and in this year and really focusing the shorter distances in my back yard off my Country Club Elite the most realistic and effective golf hitting mat on the market

Even if you don’t have a backyard green you can place a Flag or two at the distances you want to “dial in” and practice. We make a game out of it which can add some serious “bragging rights pressure” to the mix.

Here’s a great note from a happy customer and proud dad …

“We used your mat this year to help prepare my daughter for the State 3-A championships. We put the mat on a little flat bed trailer so that we would have different yardages to our target green. She was the three-time defending 2-A champ moved up to 3-A this year. She won her 4th straight title by one stroke. Just a success story that included your product as part of the mix.” – Kevin

Jay R. McGrath
Golf Solutions Expert
 

——————————————————————————–

Featured Product

Hey there fellow hackers, it is still spring so that means you all should still be practicing your golf swing off your own Country Club Elite golf practice mat. And Whether your fortunate enough to be able to hit real balls in your back yard or what I hit the limited flight Birdie Balls your gonna want a target to hit at. If your wife is like mine she would much rather see a classy realistic flag stick then a old beat up rusty trash can.

The “Regulation 19th Hole Flag Stick with Patented Anchor System” is just the target you have been looking for, no muss and fuss about putting a actual cup into the ground. Simply start a pilot hole, set the anchor, and insert the flag, and start firing balls away at the stick. Turn your backyard into your secret weapon with a 19th Hole Flag Stick. Patented “mow-over anchor system” Keeps your flag stable.

Get ready to hone your approach shot skills by shooting to a real target. Imagine hunting flag sticks from 40-yards and in (or what ever your backyard allows) Not only does it improve your backyard practice facility it looks good too!
Jay

        The best way to maximize your golf practice is with your own golf training mat. You can use your mat either indoors or outdoors depending on the weather. The golf mat that i bought was the Country Club Elite golf practice mat. I have been thrilled with the realistic feel of CCE as well as the durability. You can use a real tee for added convience and it comes in various sizes. Don’t delay order yours today!

       The number one golf practice mat available is the Country Club Elite model. This durable golf mat is perfect for inside or outside golf swing practice. You can hit down on the ball and avoid the bounce effect of other golf mats. The CCE golf training mat is unique because you can use a real tee for that real feel. Don’t delay order yours today!

                The best golf driving mat around is the Country Club Elite golf mat. This golf practice mat is highly realistic as well as extremely durable. You can use a real tee in it and it avoids the bounce effect that hamper the other driving range mats. This mat lets you hone your swing and have fun at the same time. Don’t delay order yours today!

          To help yourself stay sharp over the winter you need your own putting green. You can use this portable green either inside or outside depending on the weather. You can work on your putting accuracy while gauging your speed and control. Don’t hesitate get yours today!