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Winter Practice

Tom,

I'm in NJ. I'd like to continue working on your drills and my swing during the off season. Do you think hitting off a mat into a net has value? From your videos I'm guessing so, but wanted your thoughts about that. Maybe special things to work on since no ball flight feedback? At the range, when open, frozen balls go about 150 yards max and float like a knuckleball!

Thanks,

David

6 comments

6 Comments

davidyoung444

Nov 15, 2021

All good info guys. Thanks for the insight.

Ken Dietrich

Nov 14, 2021

Awesome info! For sure not enough $ for that setup! What is the minimal ceiling height recommended for a full swing in my basement?

Gerry_Lager

Nov 14, 2021

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My ceiling has 8' 6" clearance. that's a tight fit for my longer clubs. 10' would be best and depends on your height and swing characteristics. SnT suggest a more around your body swing vs. lifting vertical.

Gerry_Lager

Nov 07, 2021

@davidyoung444 I hit off a mat in my basement. One problem with hitting off a mat is that it can give you false readings for fat mishits. If you hit too far behind the ball your club will just bounce/skim off the mat. If you were on turf that same shot should would be fat and grab mostly grass or dirt. I use a couple things to get good feedback on if I'm hitting ball first not ground. Divot Board is one. Another is to use a towel and lay it behind the ball a few inches. You hit the towel, you chunked it. Now...as far as ball flight. I don't know your financial situation but you could

get yourself a launch monitor :) I use a skytrak and love it.

Tom Saguto

Nov 08, 2021

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Wow - Great indoor setup you've got there, @Gerry_Lager!

@davidyoung444 - Gerry offers some great advise, and I certainly concur with him regarding the Divot Board. This device has really stepped up the effectiveness and efficiency of my practice sessions, helping me to groove a crispy pure impact (with or without a ball) and also eliminating those "false positives" that are so commonly experienced when hitting off a mat. If interested you can get your Divot Board here.

One other suggestion for hitting off a mat: Put down a thick chalk line or some inexpensive spray foot powder on the mat about an inch in front of the ball. Try to hit the ball first and then the chalk or powder. The mark on the mat - or lack thereof - will give you instant visual feedback.

Also, don't forget the Indoor Training Program section of the school. It's loaded with drills you can do from the comfort of your home.

Stay warm up there!

rcissell56

Nov 06, 2021

If you have a space 40 yards long I strongly advise hitting BirdieBalls of a mat. Gives you a good idea of your ball flight and compress. Better than a net where it's hard to tell your flight.