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Date: 05 Feb 2007 07:31:50
From: Felice
Subject: Hitting "Hybrids"
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Hello,
Recently I purchased a full set of Adams OS2 irons, of which the 3,4,5 and 6
have a hybrid design.
Even though I just took up the game of golf, I can hit the 7 - PW clubs
fairly consistently, however, when I take out the lower irons (hybrids) I
have literally no success whatsoever.
I guess my question is whether or not one does something different when
using hybrid clubs? Any experiential advise will be appreciated.
Thanks in advance
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Date: 17 Feb 2007 17:53:33
From: Aeriell
Subject: Re: Hitting "Hybrids"
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Are you finding that you are topping the ball when using the hybrids?
I was doing this myself because I was using too much of a sweeping
motion like you would expect with woods but I needed more of a
downward blow instead. This tip gives you the proper setup for using
hybrids and might help.
http://www.golfmedic.net/archive/hybrid-setup-from-the-tee-to-the-green/
Sincerely,
Aeriell
On Feb 5, 10:31 am, "Felice" <delco...@socal.rr.com > wrote:
> Hello,
>
> Recently I purchased a full set of Adams OS2 irons, of which the 3,4,5 and 6
> have a hybrid design.
>
> Even though I just took up the game of golf, I can hit the 7 - PW clubs
> fairly consistently, however, when I take out the lower irons (hybrids) I
> have literally no success whatsoever.
>
> I guess my question is whether or not one does something different when
> using hybrid clubs? Any experiential advise will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks in advance
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Date: 17 Feb 2007 17:17:41
From: Aeriell
Subject: Re: Hitting "Hybrids"
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Are you finding that you are topping the ball when using the hybrids?
I was doing this myself because I was using too much of a sweeping
motion like you would expect with woods but I needed more of a
downward blow instead. This tip gives you the proper setup for using
hybrids and might help.
http://www.golfmedic.net/archive/hybrid-setup-from-the-tee-to-the-green/
Sincerely,
Aeriell
On Feb 5, 10:31 am, "Felice" <delco...@socal.rr.com > wrote:
> Hello,
>
> Recently I purchased a full set of Adams OS2 irons, of which the 3,4,5 and 6
> have a hybrid design.
>
> Even though I just took up the game of golf, I can hit the 7 - PW clubs
> fairly consistently, however, when I take out the lower irons (hybrids) I
> have literally no success whatsoever.
>
> I guess my question is whether or not one does something different when
> using hybrid clubs? Any experiential advise will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks in advance
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Date: 17 Feb 2007 20:19:54
From: Otto
Subject: Re: Hitting "Hybrids"
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Hyrids suck!
Get a 3 iron.
Otto
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Date: 06 Feb 2007 10:22:39
From: dgeesaman@gmail.com
Subject: Re: Hitting "Hybrids"
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On Feb 5, 10:31 am, "Felice" <delco...@socal.rr.com > wrote:
> Hello,
>
> Recently I purchased a full set of Adams OS2 irons, of which the 3,4,5 and 6
> have a hybrid design.
>
> Even though I just took up the game of golf, I can hit the 7 - PW clubs
> fairly consistently, however, when I take out the lower irons (hybrids) I
> have literally no success whatsoever.
>
> I guess my question is whether or not one does something different when
> using hybrid clubs? Any experiential advise will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks in advance
While hybrids are easier to hit than long irons, that doesn't make
them easy. Especially for a beginner. The longer the club, the less
forgiving.
There are two major skill aspects to making a good golf shot: striking
the ball cleanly, and making a good swing. You must have the former
in order to evaluate the latter. Keep this in mind as you practice.
These long clubs require you to hit the ball squarely in order to get
a decent shot. If you're just a beginner, it's entirely possible that
your ballstriking is preventing a good shot. Try hitting off a very
short tee with these clubs. Try to figure out where on the clubface
the ball is hitting, and if the clubhead is getting into the ground
before hitting the ball.
As for swing advice, I suggest you tread carefully. There is much
more swing advice than there are good swingers, if that says
something. While you may have companions who give good swing advice,
the ones who do much more damage. I suggest you see a pro for
lessons.
Dave
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Date: 06 Feb 2007 12:00:30
From: Felice
Subject: Re: Hitting "Hybrids"
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Thank you Dave. I appreciate your time and advice.
<dgeesaman@gmail.com > wrote in message
news:1170786159.776591.155710@v33g2000cwv.googlegroups.com...
> On Feb 5, 10:31 am, "Felice" <delco...@socal.rr.com> wrote:
> > Hello,
> >
> > Recently I purchased a full set of Adams OS2 irons, of which the 3,4,5
and 6
> > have a hybrid design.
> >
> > Even though I just took up the game of golf, I can hit the 7 - PW clubs
> > fairly consistently, however, when I take out the lower irons (hybrids)
I
> > have literally no success whatsoever.
> >
> > I guess my question is whether or not one does something different when
> > using hybrid clubs? Any experiential advise will be appreciated.
> >
> > Thanks in advance
>
> While hybrids are easier to hit than long irons, that doesn't make
> them easy. Especially for a beginner. The longer the club, the less
> forgiving.
>
> There are two major skill aspects to making a good golf shot: striking
> the ball cleanly, and making a good swing. You must have the former
> in order to evaluate the latter. Keep this in mind as you practice.
>
> These long clubs require you to hit the ball squarely in order to get
> a decent shot. If you're just a beginner, it's entirely possible that
> your ballstriking is preventing a good shot. Try hitting off a very
> short tee with these clubs. Try to figure out where on the clubface
> the ball is hitting, and if the clubhead is getting into the ground
> before hitting the ball.
>
> As for swing advice, I suggest you tread carefully. There is much
> more swing advice than there are good swingers, if that says
> something. While you may have companions who give good swing advice,
> the ones who do much more damage. I suggest you see a pro for
> lessons.
>
> Dave
>
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Date: 05 Feb 2007 18:19:08
From: Birdie Bill
Subject: Re: Hitting "Hybrids"
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On Feb 5, 9:31 am, "Felice" <delco...@socal.rr.com > wrote:
> Hello,
>
> Recently I purchased a full set of Adams OS2 irons, of which the 3,4,5 and 6
> have a hybrid design.
>
> Even though I just took up the game of golf, I can hit the 7 - PW clubs
> fairly consistently, however, when I take out the lower irons (hybrids) I
> have literally no success whatsoever.
>
> I guess my question is whether or not one does something different when
> using hybrid clubs? Any experiential advise will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks in advance
I think Rob gave a good analysis. I bet you have problems hitting
your
driver, too. Lower lofted clubs with longer shafts are simply harder
to hit, especially with a novice swing.
My advice, as always, is to take lessons - lots of them. It's the
cheapest
way to learn. Golf is a difficult sport.
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Date: 05 Feb 2007 21:29:06
From: Otto
Subject: Re: Hitting "Hybrids"
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Develop your swing so you can hit a traditional 3 iron.
This club will force you to put a good swing on the ball.
Once developed, have fun with the hybrids.
I just think to start with hybrids is to stunt your swing develppment.
Otto
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Date: 06 Feb 2007 08:54:05
From: Howard Brazee
Subject: Re: Hitting "Hybrids"
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On Mon, 5 Feb 2007 21:29:06 -0500, "Otto"
<ottondebREMOVE%$#%^%$@@bellsouth.net > wrote:
>Develop your swing so you can hit a traditional 3 iron.
>
>This club will force you to put a good swing on the ball.
>
>Once developed, have fun with the hybrids.
>
>I just think to start with hybrids is to stunt your swing develppment.
Maybe we should start with 50 year old clubs and balls as well, only
moving to the easier stuff after we learn the old ways of swinging...
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Date: 05 Feb 2007 20:12:17
From: Felice
Subject: Re: Hitting "Hybrids"
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Thank you all for your comments. I will take your advice seriously.
"Otto" <ottondebREMOVE%$#%^%$@@bellsouth.net > wrote in message
news:NJRxh.48409$jA.26864@bignews1.bellsouth.net...
> Develop your swing so you can hit a traditional 3 iron.
>
> This club will force you to put a good swing on the ball.
>
> Once developed, have fun with the hybrids.
>
> I just think to start with hybrids is to stunt your swing develppment.
>
> Otto
>
>
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Date: 05 Feb 2007 17:57:38
From: Rob Davis
Subject: Re: Hitting "Hybrids"
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It's a total wild guess as to what the problem might be without at least
seeing you swing. And, in general, you're better off getting lessons
from a professional than swing advice from the internet.
But having said that ... it's probably mostly a matter of the
longer-shafted, less-lofted clubs being a little harder to use. You
don't mention how you do with fairway woods or a driver ... same problem
there, or is it just the hybrids? Shorter clubs are simply easier to
hit, and the higher lofts will tend to "hide" swing flaws (especially a
slice). You can get away with "hitting" on the short irons, where long
irons and woods require a smoother "swing" ... and it's harder to make
precise contact with a longer shaft.
Rob
Felice wrote:
> Hello,
>
> Recently I purchased a full set of Adams OS2 irons, of which the 3,4,5 and 6
> have a hybrid design.
>
> Even though I just took up the game of golf, I can hit the 7 - PW clubs
> fairly consistently, however, when I take out the lower irons (hybrids) I
> have literally no success whatsoever.
>
> I guess my question is whether or not one does something different when
> using hybrid clubs? Any experiential advise will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks in advance
>
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