• TRACTION VS TORQUE: THE BATTLE FOR GRIP

    March 26th, 2010Athlone Golf AcademyUncategorized
    TRACTION VS TORQUE: THE BATTLE FOR GRIP
    The torque created by the twisting motion of a golf swing is quite literally strong enough to sweep a golfer off his feet. Stopping that from actually happening are a number of thorny protrusions on the sole of each shoe called ‘studs’. These provide multiple points of contact between the shoe and the ground, resisting the swing’s torque by increasing traction.

    Why is traction so important? Because if the traction provided by the shoe is less than the torque applied by the swing you’ll lose grip and balance, and that means a loss of control and power. To maintain the same level of grip with worn studs you’ll need to slow your swing down to re-address the ‘Traction Vs Torque’ balance, sacrificing distance in the process. How appealing does that sound?
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    Studs are cheap and easily replaceable (so you have NO excuse for letting them wear down), but it’s the responsibility of the shoe itself to make sure those studs can do their job; by keeping them in contact with the ground or the longest time possible. That’s why a golf shoe has to offer both stability (the ability to hold the foot in place during the swing) and flexibility (complimenting the natural movements of the foot while walking) if it’s to be effective.

  • Cobra Demo Day 31st March 4pm-8pm

    March 26th, 2010Athlone Golf AcademyUncategorized

    Try the latest clubs for 2010

    Fitting also available on the night using the Flight Scope launch monitor

    Special on the night prices lowest in ireland!!!!

    See you there

  • Junior Coaching Classes starting on the 28th September

    September 10th, 2009garyshaneUncategorized

         Junior Coaching at Athlone Golf Academy     

    Junior Coaching classes will be starting on week commencing 28th September and will run for 8 weeks in a fun friendly environment. The coaching will consist of 8 x  1 hour weekly coaching from P.G.A qualified Professionals Gary Rushgrove & Shane Madden. The total cost for the classes are €120, this includes golf balls, tuition and equipment if needed. Each pupil will also receive teaching notes from the lessons to monitor there progress and to encourage practise. We are running 6 classes consisting of 6 pupils in each class only interested pupils need apply.  Should you wish your child to participate you can contact the Academy on 0906 489 004.

  • KEEP IN TOUCH: FIND THE RIGHT GLOVE

    September 10th, 2009garyshaneUncategorized
    Feature Article: KEEP IN TOUCH: FIND THE RIGHT GLOVE
    How many points of contact do you have with the golf club? Only two; your hands, and they dictate the level of feel and the amount of feedback that you’ll get from each shot, as well as your ability to square (or open or close, depending on your necessity) the club face through impact.

    Now consider your thought process when choosing a glove. Is there one? Or are decisions made based on material, price or brand? Whichever the answer, the sheer number of gloves on the market today can make things confusing; but a glove is certainly worth more consideration so we’re going to clarify things by walking through some of the most important factors.

    Make no mistake, a high quality, high performance glove does cost a little extra; but if you get your grip right and make sure you have the correct size (far too many golfers wear gloves that are too big) it’ll be worth it. Not only will you find that it’s more comfortable, it will be more durable and provide better traction too – and that means performance; your shot dispersion will tighten and your handicap will drop. Simple as that.

  • TICKING DOWN TO 2010: DO I NEED A NEW WEDGE?

    August 3rd, 2009Athlone Golf AcademyUncategorized

    From January 2010, all Wedges will be manufactured according to a new set of rules where groove volume will be halved. This means that the space in the groove to channel away debris will be significantly smaller, making it harder to get out of the rough.

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    The new rule states that amateurs will be allowed to play with pre-2010 Wedges until 2024, but I’ve heard rumours that this will be extended (professional golfers will have to replace their Wedges from 2010). Most amateurs realise though that if they have had their current “aggressive groove” Wedges for a few years already, they’ll need to upgrade (or in this case downgrade) long before 2024.

    Does this mean that amateurs should upgrade their Wedges this year?

    The rough that we play in is rarely the six or more inches that Professionals contend with on courses such as Bethpage Black. However, even in light rough (and ours is often wet as well) it makes sense that a larger groove area will pop the ball out with more ease – much more of that grit, water, grass and mud is channelled away from the contact that the Wedge is making with the ball.

    On the market today, in 2009, are several different groove technologies. What’s important is that each stretches groove area to the maximum. As well as this though, each promises the best bite and stopping power.

  • Taylormade Demo Day – Wed 2nd September, 4-8pm

    July 31st, 2009Athlone Golf AcademyUncategorized

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    You can try clubs on the range and compare them with your own.

    If your serious about changing clubs we are also doing custom fitting on the night using the latest technology the flightscope and vector pro launch monitor please note (fitting will be by appointment only).

    enquire in proshop on

    0906 489 004

    or email

    info@athlonegolfacademy.ie

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