Adventure and Sports

There are nearly 30 million golfers in the United States at the moment. Golf is one of America’s most popular sports.

It’s constantly growing as new people catch the bug. And yet, there are so many rules and techniques in golf, it’s not always easy to know where to start as a beginner.

Are you one of the new golfers hitting the course this year? Check out our must-know tips for anyone new to the green.

1. Getting a Grip on Things 

You shouldn’t be swinging anything until you know how to grip the golf club. Make sure you get comfortable with the club in your hands.

Are you right-handed? Just grab hold of the golf club with your right hand before using your left hand to fold your fingers over the handle.

If you don’t ensure that you have the right grip on the club you could find that you cannot accurately control where you send the ball.

2. Putting Into Action 

Swinging the ball from a distance is an amazing feeling. However, this is only a relatively small part of the game of golf.

Nearly half of the game is spent on the green with your putter. If you don’t master this aspect of the game, you could find that you lose badly.

Making sure your shoulders are square can help you direct the ball neatly into the hole. Follow the end of your putter down from your forearm to ensure you stand the best chance of sending the ball where you want.

3. Chipping Your Way to Victory

Making mistakes in golf is simply part of the game. Even the most experienced players find themselves in the rough or sand now and then.

But, you need to be able to use the technique of chipping to recover from your bad luck quickly. Position your body with the ball in the middle of your feet.

That’s when you use your weight behind the club to lift up the ball. Once you make contact with the ball, you can keep your fingers crossed that it lands on the green.

4. Reach for Your Iron

If you can develop your iron play, you’ll find that you race through a nine-hole course faster than others. The satisfaction when you hit a great shot with an iron club is like nothing else.

Your stance is really important when using an iron drive. Make sure most of your weight is on your right side.

As you swing the club back, you want to make a connection with the ball at the bottom of the arc. This will give you the best shot possible.

5. Driving it Home

You may not use your driver as often as other clubs. However, it’s still essential that you know how to effectively make use of the club.

This is when you want to be balanced with equal weight on both feet. You’ll need to hit the ball as you swing the club forwards. You can purchase everything you need at the golf store.

What New Golfers Need to Know

There is a lot to learn about the game for new golfers. But, you quickly get started with our tips for beginners.

Do you want to discover more about how to improve your game? Check out our blog!

“Big waves aren’t measured in feet but in increments of fear.” So said the famous big wave surfer Buzzy Trent. You can’t argue with surfing tips like that.

No doubt you have seen some of the greatest surfers in the world on TV mastering amazing waves. Even if you cannot surf yourself, watching someone else is mesmerizing. One can only imagine the buzz, thrill and electric excitement of making it to shore in one piece.

Still, you don’t have to be surfing with the big boys to enjoy the sport. Like all sports, progress is incremental. That begs the question, how is your surfing progressing?

Have you reached a stall? Read on for 10 key surfing tips you need to know to advance.

1. Big Board Bigger Chance of Success

When you see small sleek boards being maneuvered with incredible skill and agility, is easy to think that this is the right board size. However, the smaller the board the more challenging it is for your balance and the less stable it is within the water.

On the other hand, bigger boards offer greater stability within the water. This is vital if you are to really develop the transition from lying or sitting on the board to actually standing up.

2. Work out Your Shoulders

It is no coincidence that surfers look broad with awesome shoulders. It is not the ‘surfing’ part that develops the shoulders but the paddling beforehand.

This is also the exhausting part of the sport. If you are already exhausted in the water, everything else that follows will be so much harder. That includes getting up into a standing position and the counter-balancing to maintain your position on the board.

You can follow a simple shoulder workout routine to develop strength and endurance. This will really help you in the water and make the most of the waves as they come along.

3. Choose the Right Beach

This has got nothing to do with the views, and availability of changing rooms and shower facilities. No, we are talking about choosing a beach where the size of the waves typically matches your ability.

If you are a beginner, you need to start small. It is no good going to the most awesome beach with enormous waves beyond your grasp that you do not stand a chance in surfing, or at least safely.

Far better to scope out the beaches in your area and the weather patterns, and then pick the beach and times that will typically produce the type of waves you need to practice on so as to advance.

4. Practice Your Transition on Land

Moving from a lying position into the standing position is the bridge between surfing advancement or remaining at the gates with the rest of the bodyboarders.

You will get your chance in the water, but know this, if you cannot move from lying to standing when you are on the beach, then you will never master it in the water. So take some time to practice on the beach first.

This is quite physical and tiring. You can train at home by doing push-ups and clapping your hands. This will help develop the strength and ‘spring’ that you will need in the key moment.

5. Keeping Moving Your Feet

A lot of thrust and drive will come from paddling your feet. Learn to use them and don’t just leave them there dangling. Your legs and feet are a vital part of your mobility in the water.

This will help give you the boost you need when you need it to catch that wave. Plus, using your feet like this will give you stability in the water. It takes work to develop this skill but its a basic one and necessary for you to succeed.

6. Use the Right Finger Spacing

The secret here is not to cup your hands like you would if you were swimming, with completely closed fingers. At the same time, you do not want your fingers widely spaced as this will allow to much water to pass through and you will lose some of your propulsion.

Instead, aim for a shallow gap between the fingers which will allow you to retain the propulsion from your hands and arm movement while at the same time give you more flexibility and control in the water.

7. Keep Warm

This is less to do with temperature and more to do with the length of time you can stay in the water. If you get cold then it will be really hard to concentrate, your muscles will tighten and the fun will start to dwindle.

Use a good quality wetsuit that matches the water and weather conditions. If you are serious about developing your skills then you need to consider owning several wet suits that can be used in a range of temperatures.

8. Wear a Hat

Not everyone is the same and so not everyone likes wearing a hat. However, if you are a starter, your body and head will likely be very cold. If you have a cold head it is hard staying in the water long enough to really develop your skills and endurance.

A hat will definitely help. Plus many hats have a small edge that acts as a sunblock. This is also very useful for beginners as you adjust to being in the water with a low sun in the morning possibly blinding you. The key to progress is to stay in the water and feel comfortable.

9. Don’t Give Up

This almost goes without saying. However, you cannot expect to master the art of riding mother nature without something of a battle. It will be challenging but stick with it.

Things may happen that could put you off like a broken surfboard. You have to accept that things like this will happen and be determined to keep going.

10. Watch Surfing Videos

The more you watch great surfers the more you will be inspired. The more inspired you are the more motivated you will be to get out there and do it.

Don’t Forget These Surfing Tips

Like all good advice, these surfing tips are only useful if you remember them and put them into practice. Do that and you will advance in this awesome sport.

Check out more helpful articles on sports and adventure on this site, such as a great article that will help you know what equipment you need for scuba diving.

Supercars are every car lover’s dream. A step beyond the luxury sports car, these vehicles blur the lines between excessive speed and excessive spending. However, if you have the money and the desire, a supercar can be the best thing a wealthy car lover could get.

Whether you’re looking to get a new supercar, or you just enjoy drooling over the vehicles you’ll never own, it’s fun to see what luxury auto brands have in store for us every year.

Now that the 2019 Geneva Motor Show has happened, we can show you some of the coolest supercars coming to us in 2020. Read on for the best, newest supercars for the next year.

Bugatti La Voiture Noire

If you want to sing “I woke up in a new Bugatti” whenever you want and mean it, this is the car for you.

La Voiture Noire is French for “The Black Car” and this beauty is a black car, however, it’s so much more than that.

This car boasts Bugatti’s iconic W16 8-liter 16-cylinder engine, which if you know about supercars, is a good thing. This engine creates 1,180 pound-feet of torque and 1,500 horsepower.

If La Voiture Noire sounds like the car for you, you’ll be disappointed. This one-off supercar has already been sold for a whopping 12.5 million dollars, but you can still dream about it.

Lamborghini Huracán Evo Spyder

If you want something that’s actually available to purchase and way more affordable than the Huracán Evo Spyder is for you. You never thought you’d see Lamborghini and affordable used in the same sentence did you?

This is the convertible version of the Evo Coupe, so if you’re not in the market for a convertible, you can still get a version of this car. This supercar features a 5.2-liter V10 engine, which produces 640 horsepower and 442 pound-feet of torque.

The car boasts a top speed of over 202 miles per hour and can go from zero to 62 miles per hour in just 3.1 seconds.

Remember how we said this car is affordable? It’s not. But for a supercar, the $287,400 base price tag is not too shabby. If you don’t have the cash to buy one of these beauties visit this website and sign up to drive one for a couple of hours!

Aston Martin Vanquish

Aston Martin is another name synonymous with luxury and speed, and the Vanquish lives up to the reputation.

You may know about the Aston Martin Valkyrie and its thousand horsepower engine, and the Vanquish is its little brother.

This mid-engine supercar will feature an electronically boosted V8 engine and be much more affordable than the Valkyrie, but still have plenty of power.

If this sounds like the car for you, start saving because this beauty won’t come out until 2022.

Koenigsegg Jesko

We’re going back to the highly unaffordable supercars for this next one, brought to you by Swedish car company Koenigsegg.

The automakers are known for building some of the fastest cars in the world, with its Agera RS holding the record for the fastest street-legal production car at 277.9 mph. The Jesko is poised to become its successor.

Koenigsegg is claiming that the Jesko could reach speeds of 300 mph but this hasn’t been tested yet. However its 5.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine can produce over 1,280 horsepower, which is greater than the Agera RS.

If you want this car, you better be ready to purchase as soon as it’s available. You also need to be loaded with cash. The Jesko is priced at 2.8 million dollars and they’re only making 125 of them.

Tesla Roadster

If you’re environmentally conscious but still enjoy really fast cars, the Tesla Roadster is for you.

The Tesla Roadster is all-electric, but don’t think that it’s lesser quality than any of these other cars. In fact, it outperforms quite a few.

The Tesla Roadster boasts a 620-mile range on its electric engine. Best of all, you can blow through that in less than three hours with a top speed of over 250 miles per hour. The Roadster also can speed up to 60 mph in under two seconds and 100 mph in just 4.2 seconds.

But wait, there’s more. The Roadster is also one of the few supercars that has seating for four people. You can take three friends on the ride of a lifetime! The car also has a lightweight removable glass roof that stores in the trunk to make this beauty into a convertible.

With a base price of $200,000 it’s also one of the more affordable cars on the list. Save the world, drive a Tesla.

Porsche 718 Cayman T/Boxster T

This last supercar is a two for one deal! Porsche makes supercars for those of us who can’t afford the crazy supercars and the Cayman and Boxster are proof of that.

Both cars are powered by the same engine. This engine propels these cars to 62 mph in 4.7 seconds and boasts a top speed of 171 mph.

These are the purest sports cars that money can buy, and the T models are stripped-down versions of the originals that focus more on performance than features. We love it.

The Cayman T starts at $67,750, and the Boxster T will start at $69,850. These beauties will be available in the spring of 2020, so start saving!

More of the Newest Supercars

These cars aren’t the only supercars that will come out in the next couple of years, they’re simply some highlights. Ferrari, Mercedes, Acura, and more are all releasing new supercars in the next couple of years. We’ll save the rest for another day.

We know you have interests other than supercars, and we have you covered on that front as well.

If you’re sick of reading about the newest supercars, we have plenty of other interesting things to read about, from world travel to life hacks. Keep reading and have fun with that supercar!

If you love exploration and adventure, scuba diving may be perfect for you. Of course, you can just jump in the ocean and go — you need to not only learn how to scuba dive, but also the proper equipment.

While we can’t officially certify you, we can get you started out on the right path with a scuba diving equipment list that highlights all of the essential equipment you’ll need for your new hobby.

Your Official Diving Equipment List

There are some very specific things that make scuba diving possible, along with a certification. If you’re new to scuba diving and thinking of getting your own equipment, you should know that it can get pretty expensive. You can rent the majority of the necessary equipment, but over time that becomes even more expensive than buying your own equipment outright.

To save you time and money, we’ve put together the essential scuba diving gear list:

A Dive Mask and Snorkel

It goes without saying that we’re not meant to see — or breathe — under the water. So, if you’re planning on getting into scuba diving or doing any underwater activities, you’re going to need a decent dive mask accompanied by a snorkel.

To avoid tight scuba goggles that hurt, find yourself a mask that fits properly and allows enough air space in front of your eyes. Trust us, it’s better to have your own rather than a spit-filled rental.

The snorkel part is optional — it’s usually recommended for beginners but it can come in handy saving you some air in your tank while you’re at the surface. Plus, you can use it for snorkeling breaks in between those dives.

A wetsuit (or Drysuit) and Gloves

Wetsuits are made of form-fitting neoprene that allows for a layer of water to get trapped between the suit and your skin. This is what keeps your body warm below the surface. Wetsuits also protect your skin from the sun as well as anything that can scratch or cut you. Think of your diving gloves as an extension of your wetsuit, since they serve the same purpose.

Drysuits are typically used in colder waters, keeping the body dry and trapping air between the layers. Unless you’re an experienced cold-water diver, you won’t need a drysuit.

Scuba Fins

Scuba fins give you better control over your movement in the water. They also elongate your body making you look bigger and more like a predator rather than prey.

Scuba fins come in two types: open-heeled and full-footed. The open-heeled fins are typically used in cold water while the closed-footed in warm. Both come in variants of blade and split fins.

A Scuba Tank

There’s no diving without your scuba tank since it’s your underwater oxygen supply. The tanks come in a variety of sizes and styles, made of steel or aluminum. If you dive frequently, it’ll be more cost-effective to purchase your own. Otherwise, you can rent them at any dive shop.

A Regulator

Your regulator goes hand-in-hand with your oxygen tank. The part which connects to your tank is called the first stage and the part which you breathe from is called the second stage. The regulator is what converts the high-pressure air into ambient-pressure air, making it possible to breathe the oxygen

When picking a regulator, make sure you find one that suits your needs and level of comfort.

A Depth Gauge, Submersible Pressure Gauge (SPG), and a Compass

Depth Gauge records both your current and maximum depth reached during your dive and the SPG keeps track of the remaining gas in your scuba tank. The compass helps you navigate your dive, which is crucial in water with low-visibility.

These gauges come in both analog and digital form, and you can purchase them together as a 3-gauge console.

A Dive Computer

Your Dive Computer measures three things: how long you’ve been under the water, how deep you currently are, and how long you can remain at that depth. Some Dive Computers can also keep track of how much air you have left in your tank.

These can be pretty pricey to rent, so if you’re a frequent diver it’s best to purchase one.

A Buoyancy Control Device (BCD)

Also referred to as a Buoyancy Compensator, your BCD is what keeps you at sea level. In other words, it keeps you from floating to the surface as well as sinking to the ocean floor during your dive. Even though it’s referred to as a device, it’s actually a vest that can be inflated or deflated to manage your buoyancy.

Your BCD also has straps and pockets to help you secure all of your scuba diving equipment.

The Non-Essential Essentials

Now that we’ve got the essentials out of the way, there are few more things you may find essential to your next dive:

• An Underwater Camera —There are some amazing things you’ll see on your dive that will make you wish you had one of these.
• Tank Bangers — These are made from hard pieces or elastic and wrap around your tank. If you need to get your dive buddy’s attention, you simply snap it against your tank.
• Dive Knives —These come with a serrated edge or a sharp edge, and they come in handy if you get tangled in a fishing line or underwater plants.
• Defogger — Rather than spitting in your mask before each dive, a defogger (or baby shampoo) comes in handy to keep your mask from fogging up during your dive.
• Dive Lights — These lights can provide necessary light when cave diving, night diving, or exploring under-the-sea crevices.  
• A First Aid Kit — Keeping a first aid kit is just smart when embarking on any type of adventure. Especially with diving, anything can happen.

You can dive without these items barring the first aid kit — which should obviously remain on the boat. Of course, once you begin to add them to your dives, you won’t be able to dive without them.

Don’t Forget Your Sunscreen

Now that you know the diving equipment list items, you’re ready to scuba dive. Just as a reminder, water won’t protect you from the sun’s rays — so lotion up before getting out there.

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Fishing is a universal sport and hobby that spans at least 40,000 years. Today, anglers enjoy the travel aspect of fishing as much as the activity.

For the adventure of a lifetime, go somewhere new for your next fishing trip.

If you’re wondering where in the world is worth flying to for fishing, keep reading. These are the top fishing destinations in the world.

1. Iztapa, Guatemala

Anglers with a passion for fly fishing have likely heard of Iztapa. This city in Guatemala is overwhelmed by sailfish.

Besides finding an abundance of sailfish, you’ll also catch dorado, tuna, and marlin. And, since it’s such a popular fly fishing destination, there are plenty of reliable guides.

Charter a boat guide and you’ll get to fish from some of the most beautiful locations in Central America.

2. Alaska, U.S.A.

There’s something about the clear, clean waters along Alaska’s coast. It’s rugged, raw, and pristine. It’s also known for having a variety of fishing spots with different species.

If you want king salmon, go to the Inside Passage. If you want to lure silvers, stay in the coastal rivers. You can even go fly fishing along the edge of the Arctic.

And, be prepared for tons of wilderness exploring and observing. Alaska is teeming with bears, moose, and other mammals.

3. Cairns, Australia

If you’re a big-game angler, there’s no better place to find marlin than in Cairns, Australia. There is regularly marlin weighing over 1000 pounds here. In fact, there are more of these big guys here than anywhere else.

When you’re tired out from luring marlin, check out the reefs. If you enjoy riding the waves, try surf fishing. It takes some practice, but you’ll likely find queenfish and barramundi.

4. Key West, Florida

You don’t have to leave America to find world-class fishing. Key West is easily one of the top fishing destinations in the country and in the world.

Here, you’ll find all different types of fishing strategies and styles. If you want to improve your general abilities as an angler, this is a great place to practice each skill.

In the ocean, you’ll find sailfish, blackfin tuna, and kingfish. In the Gulf, you’ll find tarpon, redfish, and permit.

5. Eg-Urr River, Mongolia

Anglers who also have a passion for adventure need to head to Mongolia. The Eg-Urr River is notorious for having amazing fly fishing and some incredible species.

Plus, there are next to no crowds. Paired with the remote fly fishing spots, you’ll truly feel like you’re alone in the wilderness.

The most notorious fish to catch here is the hucho taimen. It’s the largest trout in the world. Consider hiring a guide for trout fishing tips and techniques.

Interested in Heading to One of These Fishing Destinations?

Ready to check out one of these fishing destinations? You won’t be disappointed. While these 5 locations are notorious for amazing fishing, they aren’t the only ones.

Do your own research on the best destinations for your style of fishing. Then, check out the Budget Travel section of our blog for tips on getting to your fishing destination!

You’re probably getting into archery or crossbow as a sport right now and a bit confused about what is the most compatible one that is suited for you. Well, let me help you understand what is best for you. Many types of crossbows will surely make you confused at first but then enlighten you as well.

As a kid or an adult, we saw this kind of weapon in TV shows or movies and mesmerized on how cool it is – take a look at this. Maybe you also thought to build this one with some pencils and rubber bands to make your little slingshot for starters. And then you got interested in what it truly is. Why, is it a bow that is in the lateral position or pistol and bow combined? Or maybe both right?

Crossbow As A Hobby

So you’ve decided to use something amazing as your weapon, maybe in hunting or in target shooting. It is way more advanced compared to an ordinary bow, they fire much stronger and more accurate. It’s quite easy to learn because it does not need much force and very enjoyable when you indulge yourself in it. But you should also be careful when engaging in this kind of activity because it had bolts that are like arrows. It can harm anyone if you don’t take precautions just like it can pierce armor and may be lethal. It is even used by tribal forces, militaries, and back in the day in China for example to win battles.

The Different Types Of Crossbows – And How You Can Understand It

You’ve reached the part on how you can differentiate the different types according to their purpose so understand properly and maybe you can get an idea on what type to have!

Recurve – They are more advanced and longer than ordinary ones. That has better acceleration which lessens the hand shock. It may produce greater strain on the bow itself but most pro archers, hunters, and shooters often use this kind. But you might need to use a bowstring silencer as it is also noisy to use.

Compound – It might sound odd but the compound type is more popular than recurve even though it is advance. Lower draw weight means higher arrow speed that leads to higher chances of shooting something within a small amount of time .With its cables and pulleys, it became more portable. And their structure allows them to be more energy-efficient. You can check out more information in the Find Your Bow site.

Repeating – But if you want the type that could make your life easier, this one has the shortcut to the entire process. It takes one single movement to make all those bowstringing, projectile launchings, to shooting. That will make you the first one to shoot the target because of its fast motion.

Bullet – This type shoots bullet-looking projectiles made of clay, lead, or stone. Some have a double design while others have a string slot and barrel.

Rifle – Among all them, this is the most advanced model it is designed to provide better aim, exactly similar to rifles -which are named after for. It comes with adjustable sights, a foot pull, and heavy-duty fiber construction that can hit a 250 feet target away. Great power requires great strength to use and launch it effectively.

But if you want the more specific product in the online market, you can check out the comparison chart for the top 5 in Best PSE Crossbows 2019 that is a review.

Considerations In Finding The Best One

Of course, you can’t get what you want if you didn’t think about it thoroughly. Remember that even if you want the best for your hobby you must still consider your budget and choose the one that you can afford. Although there is no harm in investing in things, you know that is better safe than sorry. Also, choose something that you can handle, don’t push yourself too much if you know that it isn’t fit for you. Before selecting something, you have to first ask yourself: Will it be suitable for my hobby? Will this size be comfortable for me? Does it fit the criteria for the realistic ranges that I need? Watch this video for more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgRt4CTvp7s.

A crossbow is a powerful tool and it is up for you on how to use it. You may find it challenging in finding fit, unique, and especially your kind of type. Keep in mind that they vary according to the amount of energy the user will use, size, acceleration system, and different automation degree. While there is a wide range of varieties that are present today you’ll still be assured that there is something for you.

 

Nowadays, many officers are allowed to field their weapons and weapon optics in their agencies of law enforcement. The weapon optics becomes a very crucial part of the daily operations of law enforcement. The type of optics suits the need helps to decide the one and some of the experts spoke on the strategic operations of the weapon optics. The following things you should be aware of the required accessories of weapon optics.

• Kind of Optics: The two categories of firearms optics are telescopic sights and reflex sights. Telescopic sights are used for magnification and also make the target emerge nearer to the shooter and make it easy for the shooter to make a shot exact. It is also known as “Shots”. Reflex sights are called Reflector sights and such types of optics do not magnify the target image and focus on a single point of reference like a red dot for the extreme acquisition of fast sight. It is good for multiple as well as moving targets. Skilled shooters use at a range of beyond 200 yards. The full form of “reflex” is “reflector”. A mirror and an internal source of light such as LED are used in all reflex sights.
• What about numbers: The capabilities of magnification and size of the tube is expressed in telescopic sights. The tube size is expressed in the form of”mm” and the magnification in “power”.

The terminology of Optics: There are some of the terms that are related to the weapon optics which are mentioned as below:

• Exit Pupil will see when you grasp a scope at the length of the arm and point it in a bright surface like a wall. It is a kind of light in a circle. The brightness of the image depends on the length of the exit pupil.
• To change the magnification, the variable power scope shifts with the help of eye relief. Eye Relief is the distance between the eye of the shooter and the point from where the shooter is able to see the whole image inside a magnified scope with no darkness.
• The field of view is the exact width of which you can perceive via the scope that is measured in feet or meters at a definite distance. There is a negative relationship between magnification and field of view.

Compensation on bullet drop: This feature helps the shooter to hit the target far beyond the zero points of their optics. The Bullet Drop Compensator is not a mechanical term but it is a range of numbers that below the point of aim. This is a fast way to make shots on a long-distance whereas not accurate as working in mathematics.

Have a backup: In spite of the superiority of the weapon optics on patrol rifle, it can go wrong or spoiled or buried. This is the reason, why there is a function of backup iron sights.

To find out other better weapon optics, there is another way to spoke with the officers who are using such devices. They suffer a lot of pain to keep the excellence of their products.

 

Golfing looks simpler than it actually is, and for this reason, beginners tend to make mistakes that hinder their performance. Such mistakes should be corrected as early as possible. Otherwise, it gets harder to shake off.

Beginner golfers know what it is like to feel like they’re swinging like a pro only to have the ball landing nowhere near the intended target. The most important thing to note is that the perfect golfing is not intuition. You have to learn the right techniques and practice if you want to swing like Jordin Spieth.

Learning all golfing concepts and working on your skill ensures you hack the game in no time. Consistency and patience will have you enjoying Algarve golf deals in no time.

Here are the five best tips to help beginners shake off their bad habits and improve their skill.

Always Hold the Golf Club in Your Fingers

Most beginner golfers tend to hold the club in their palm. When you position the golf club in your palm, swinging becomes hard. You might feel like you’re swinging right, but your ball’s landing tells a different story.

That is a natural instinct you need to unlearn if you want to be a pro at golf. Each time you hold the club, place its shaft on your leading hand’s pinky pad, then, follow this up by hooking your index finger onto the shaft.

Holding the club this way helps you increase club-head speed. To ensure you have this grip right, hold the golf club in front of you and support it with just the picky pad and your index finger. If it balances, you can fold all fingers around the shaft.

Keep Your Thumb Short

Another instinct is when you hold an object is you tend to extend your thumb. That will limit your swing as a golfer as well. Ensure that the knuckles at the base of your thumb are bent, each time you hold a golf club.

Shortening the thumb creates a braking mechanism that helps you balance your club. The long thumb will sabotage you when you attempt backswings. A short thumb will prevent your club from yielding to gravity.

Start with More Pressure on the Lead Foot

Yet another instinct for beginners is starting with more pressure on the tail foot. How you position the force of your body on your feet matters. In has to be in a way that allows you to power your shot for the highest head speed.

55-60% of the pressure should be on the lead foot to achieve an unweighting for precise backshots. Learning the right way to shift the weight of your body between your feet ensures you build enough momentum for each shot.

Pivot Your Body onto the Heel of Your Trail Foot Prevent Your hip from Sliding

You might have your golf club moving away from the ball as it should but mess up your shot by sliding your hip. Pivoting your body onto the heel of your trail foot ensures you get that perfect shot.

Once you master the backshot, you must also learn the takeaway technique. Sliding your hip away from the ball, compromises your form and your shot as well.

Work the Lead Arm into Your Chest

If your leading arm moves out and away from your body during the initial takeaway, you’re doing it wrong. You need to square the clubface to the ball, and this motion does not help you do that.

Instead, work your lead arm into your chest to maintain control of your golf club. That is not the most natural motions, but you need to work on the technique until it becomes second nature.

Wrap Up

As you can see, golfing is not as easy as it looks when you’re an onlooker. Paying attention to the tiniest of details is what makes you a pro.

 

Wearing the right gear and attire on a motorcycle is essential for protection. Anyone who has ever worn a new pair of leather boots knows they tend to be stiff. While leather is meant to keep feet and ankles covered and protected while on a bike, they should never be so uncomfortable that feet become sore and hurt. To ease stiff leather, explore some tried-and-true methods for effectively breaking in motorcycle boots.

Find the right fit

First and foremost, choose a pair of boots that fit properly. When looking for the right fit, toes should have some wiggle room. At most, toes should touch the front of the boot but never press up against the boot. When it comes to heel slip, no more than a quarter-inch is advised; a looser fit is better than a tight one, but within reason. When wearing the boots, you should have no points of pressure.

Motorcycle boots are meant to cover above the ankle at a minimum. Tall boots are a good choice, as they provide more protection over short boots, but they can be less comfortable and require more breaking in. Full-height boots give better ankle support and greatly reduce the risk of sprains and bone fractures.

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Use leather conditioner

Leather oil or conditioner will help speed up the break in time of new boots. Applying leather oil two to three times in the first week will help to soften the leather and allow it to stretch as it forms to the foot. Bear in mind not to use leather oil around the heel of the boot; the leather around the ankles should stay firm and not stretch.

Treat with rubbing alcohol

Another way to stretch boots is through the use of rubbing alcohol. Use a mixture of one-third rubbing alcohol with two-thirds water and spray on the inside of the boot so that the leather is moist but not saturated. Walk around in the boots for 20 minutes after spraying and reapply as needed every 20 minutes. Conversely, soak a pair of thick socks in rubbing alcohol, ring out any excess liquid, and wear them with the boots for 20 minutes at a time.

Another trick with rubbing alcohol is heat-treating. After soaking socks and ringing out excess liquid, strap on the boots and use a hair dryer to heat the parts of the boots that are too tight. After heating the leather, walk around and wiggle your feet and toes to put extra pressure on the leather to encourage it to stretch.

Use a shoe stretcher

Stretch boots overnight or when not in use with a shoe stretcher. Simply insert a shoe stretcher and expand as much as possible. You’ll find two types of shoe stretchers; a one-way stretcher targets the width of the boot, whereas a two-way stretcher can stretch both the width and the length of the boot.

See a professional cobbler

When in doubt, seek the help of a professional cobbler. They know exactly how to stretch leather to give you the perfect fit, and can make the right treatment recommendation for any type of boot. The cost is minimal cost and saves time on do-it-yourself methods so that boots are ride-ready in no time.