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The Golfdrive.org editorial team writes practical, no-nonsense golf advice for players of every level — tested on the range and on the course.
White golf balls have been the norm for most of the game's history, but coloured balls, particularly yellow and orange, have become popular. Many golfers find them easier to follow in the air and…
Two wedges can have the same loft and bounce number but perform very differently, because of their grind: how the sole has been shaped. Grinds remove material from the heel, toe or trailing edge…
A good golf hat keeps the sun out of your eyes, protects your skin, keeps rain off your face and keeps you warm in winter. There are plenty of options, from classic caps to wide-brimmed sun hats and…
Headcovers protect your clubs from bumps and scratches in the bag, reduce noise and add a touch of personality. Most golfers use them on their driver, fairway woods, hybrids and putter. Here's what…
A counterbalanced putter adds weight to the grip end, usually with a longer shaft and a heavier head. The idea is to make the putter more stable and reduce wristy, jerky strokes. Many golfers who…
In some countries, particularly the UK and Ireland, public footpaths and rights of way cross many golf courses. Walkers have a legal right to use them, and golfers need to share the course safely and…
The practice green is where golfers warm up, hone their putting stroke and settle nerves before a round. On a busy morning, it can be crowded. A few simple courtesies keep it pleasant and useful for…
Can you hit a few putts on the green you just finished? Can you chip a ball while waiting on a tee? Can you play the course before a competition on the same day? The rules on practice catch out many…
Golf has three main levels of penalty: one stroke, the general penalty (two strokes in stroke play or loss of the hole in match play) and disqualification. Knowing which applies in common situations…
Golf carts make the game accessible and can speed up play, but they can also damage the course, slow things down and cause accidents if used carelessly. Knowing cart etiquette keeps you safe…
Few things are more frustrating in golf than playing well and then being disqualified for a mistake you didn't know you'd made. Most disqualifications in club competitions come from a handful of…
Your Course Handicap tells you how many strokes you receive on a particular course. But in competitions, you often don't receive all of them. A handicap allowance, a percentage of your Course…
