The right equipment can make a noticeable difference in your game—but not everything is worth the hype. From clubs and balls to gadgets and accessories, this section takes a practical look at golf gear with honest insights and real-world perspective. Whether you’re upgrading your bag or just curious about what works, you’ll find helpful information to guide your decisions.
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How to Hit Fairway Woods: 3-Wood, 5-Wood, and 7-Wood - Tips for Distance and Control Fairway woods can be intimidating for many golfers. They’re longer than irons, have shallower loft than wedges, and often feel “in-between.” But they’re some of the most versatile clubs in your bag: perfect for long fairway shots, tight lies, and even controlled tee shots. With the right setup, ball position, and swing, your 3-, 5-, and 7-woods can become trusted weapons that give you distance and consistency without the wild misses that sometimes plague drivers. This guide is part of the Golf Up North Fundamentals Series, designed to simplify your long game and help you... Read More »
How to Hit a Driver in Golf: Power Without Losing Control - Few shots in golf feel as good or as frustrating, as the driver. When it’s working, the ball explodes off the clubface and sets up an easy next shot. When it’s not, you’re searching for balls, scrambling for bogey, and questioning every swing thought you’ve ever had. The good news? Hitting a driver well doesn’t require brute strength or a perfect swing. It comes down to proper setup, solid fundamentals, and a smooth, confident motion. In this guide, we’ll break down exactly how to hit a driver with more distance and control, without overcomplicating things. This article is part of... Read More »
Golf Up North Fundamentals Series: Master Every Club and Shot - Golf can feel complicated—but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced golfer looking to sharpen your game, understanding club fundamentals and shot techniques is the key to better performance and lower scores. The Golf Up North Fundamentals Series breaks the game down from tee to green. Each article focuses on one club or type of shot, giving you clear, actionable tips that you can practice and implement immediately. Series Overview Explore the full series below. Each post includes setup tips, swing mechanics, common mistakes, and practice drills to help you hit with confidence. Driver: Hit... Read More »
What’s in a Golf Club Set (and Why Buying One Might Be Your Best Move) - If you’ve ever stood in a golf shop staring at rows of drivers, irons, wedges, and putters wondering where on earth to start, you’re not alone. Buying golf clubs can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re new to the game or getting back into it after a break. The good news? You don’t need to build a bag club by club like a PGA Tour pro. In fact, for most golfers, buying a complete golf club set is the easiest, most cost-effective, and least stressful way to get started. Let’s break down what actually comes in a golf club set, how... Read More »
A Golfer’s Guide to the Parts of a Golf Club - What Every Player Should Know If you’ve golfed for more than five minutes, you’ve already discovered one truth: golf clubs look simple… until you try to understand them. Suddenly you’re hearing words like hosel, bounce angle, ferrule, toe weighting, and you’re wondering if golf is actually a secret engineering course. But understanding the parts of a golf club doesn’t have to be complicated, and the better you understand how your clubs work, the easier it is to pick the right tools and hit more consistent shots. Whether you’re brand new to the game, a weekend warrior, or a seasoned northern... Read More »
How to Hit Hybrids: Your Guide to Replacing Long Irons with Confidence - Hybrids have become a go-to club for golfers who struggle with long irons. They combine the forgiveness of fairway woods with the control of irons, making them perfect for tricky lies, long fairway shots, and even tee shots on tight holes. The key to hitting hybrids well is understanding setup, ball position, and swing mechanics, not swinging harder. Once you master these fundamentals, hybrids can become one of your most reliable scoring clubs. This guide is part of the Golf Up North Fundamentals Series, designed to help golfers hit every club in their bag with confidence. A Quick Disclaimer I... Read More »
How to Hit Irons Clean and Solid: The Key to Better Ball Striking - Solid Iron Play Nothing impacts your score more consistently than solid iron play. You don’t need to hit your irons farther, you need to hit them cleaner. Crisp contact leads to better distance control, straighter shots, and more chances at birdie. If you’ve ever struggled with thin shots, fat shots, or inconsistent distances, you’re not alone. The good news is that hitting irons well comes down to a few key fundamentals: proper setup, a descending strike, and good weight movement. This guide breaks down exactly how to hit irons clean and solid, without technical overload. It’s part of the Golf... Read More »
How to Chip with Confidence Around the Green - Simple Short-Game Fundamentals Few parts of the game cause more frustration than chipping. A bladed shot over the green or a chunked chip that barely moves can turn a good hole into a bad one in a hurry. The truth is, chipping doesn’t need to be complicated. Great chippers rely on simple setup, good club selection, and a repeatable motion—not fancy wrist action or perfect timing. This guide breaks down how to chip with confidence around the green, helping you get the ball closer, save strokes, and walk off the green feeling good about your short game. It’s part of... Read More »
How to Hit Out of a Sand Trap - Simple Bunker Shots That Actually Work For many golfers, bunkers feel like automatic bogeys. One bad swing turns into two, then three, and suddenly the hole is over before it really started. The truth is, bunker shots are some of the most predictable shots in golf, once you understand the basics. You don’t need perfect timing or elite skill. You need the right setup, commitment, and trust that the sand will do the work. This guide breaks down how to hit out of a sand trap with confidence, using simple fundamentals that work for everyday golfers. It’s part of the... Read More »
Putting Basics: How to Make More Putts and Lower Your Scores - You can hit great drives and crisp irons, but if you don’t putt well, your score won’t reflect it. Putting is where good rounds turn into great ones, and where frustrating rounds can unravel quickly. The good news? Putting doesn’t require speed, strength, or perfect mechanics. It requires consistency, touch, and confidence. With a few simple fundamentals and a repeatable routine, any golfer can become a better putter. This guide breaks down putting basics in a clear, easy-to-follow way so you can roll the ball with confidence and start making more putts. It’s the final piece of the Golf Up... Read More »