When trying to hit softer shots by clubbing up, golfers often face challenges with timing and comfort. Users on a reddit thread shared their swing thoughts and techniques for achieving the desired effect.
Summary
- Choking down on the grip reduces clubhead speed
- Moving the ball back in the stance lowers launch angle
- Taking the club back 75% in the backswing limits clubhead speed
sobz’s Technique
A few things you can do to take yardage/speed off the ball:
1) Choke down on the grip about an inch to reduce clubhead speed slightly.
2) Move the ball back in your stance to lower the launch angle.
3) Swing the same speed but limit the backswing to 75% to control clubhead speed.
golfstats_real’s Perspective
Opting for a slightly harder shot with a higher iron is preferred over a softer shot with a lower iron for better results.
This approach is advocated in The Little Red Book.
skycake10’s Experience
Swing adjustments were discovered through tempo exploration, resulting in a blend of full swing motion and pitch swing tempo for softer shots.
flaginorout’s Advice
Regular practice of partial shots with clubbing up, choking down, and using a 3/4 swing on uneven lies helps in enhancing shot consistency at varying skill levels.
Combine the techniques of choking down and swinging shorter for improved shoulder rotation post-impact.
Keep the tempo consistent with a shorter backswing to control ball striking and ensure an easy follow-through.
For those inexperienced in golf, hitting softly may result in a chunked shot.