My first fade !!

alxmorgan

Went to the range last night and managed my first fade and draw (well intentional anyway)

Based on a video tutorial on videojug which I found very straightforward
http://www.videojug.com/film/golf-how-to-hit-a-fade


My question is when do people actually use these techniques to help them ?

thanks

Myksyk

Various reasons.

To shape a shot round a dogleg
To drop softer with less carry on to a green (fade)
To get out of sticky situations
To choose which side you approach a green from, depending on where the real trouble is
To ensure a shot doesn't continue to run ... into trouble (fade)
To get more length (draw)

etc etc

alxmorgan

Thanks Myksyk

I've seen that mentioned before but can somone explain to me why a draw travels further than a fade ?

Blunder

When fading the ball a higher ball flight is achieved with a little more backspin on the ball thus reducing the run on the ball.

When drawing the ball you are putting a lower flight on the ball with a little more topspin on the ball which promotes run.

Myksyk

It just imparts more power and a carrying spin. Imagine kicking a football a long distance ... much easier with the inside of your foot (draw) than the outside (fade).

alxmorgan

Interesting

So playing into the wind I should consider a draw as well.

Are there certain clubs where is it not advisable to try work the ball ?

Also has anyone got any tips on trying to get some backspin on the ball - its something I lack when really trying to attack the pin.

thanks

jimbling

alxmorgan wrote: »

Based on a video tutorial on videojug which I found very straightforward
http://www.videojug.com/film/golf-how-to-hit-a-fade
thanks

That site is pretty handy... will make use of that, thanks.

stockdam

alxmorgan wrote: »

Interesting

So playing into the wind I should consider a draw as well.

Are there certain clubs where is it not advisable to try work the ball ?

Also has anyone got any tips on trying to get some backspin on the ball - its something I lack when really trying to attack the pin.

thanks

A draw into the wind can turn into a snap-hook. You're better playing a low straight shot but a draw will generally be better into the wind than a high fade.

There's no point trying to "work" an 8 iron through to wedge. It's generally done with a driver, fairway wood or long iron but can be done with anything up to about a 7 iron.

Backspin.........google it. There are lots of advice. Soft ball, good grooves on your irons, short grass, good technique (ball then divot).