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Explore a wide variety of topics including golf swing instruction, short game tutorials, mental game and course management, all the way to clubmaking and golf club restoration.

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The Difference Between Steel and Graphite Shafts

Not only does understanding the difference between steel and graphite shafts help you decide which is best for you; it also has implications in clubmaking.

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Golf Putter Buying Guide: What Should You Look For?

If I had to guess, Tiger Woods would sell his multi-million dollar yacht before he sold his trusty Scotty Cameron putter.  Why?  Because putters are personal. 

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How to Re-Grip a Golf Club (Extended Tutorial)

In this tutorial, I will show you how to re-grip your golf clubs from the comfort of your own home. It's a lot easier than you might think!

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How to Swing-Weight a Golf Club Using Lead Powder

An alternative to tip weighting or lead tape, lead powder is inserted into the tip of a golf shaft to add swing weight points.

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Simplify your Golf Game

There are so many shots you can hit, swing thoughts you can think, and clubs you can use, but simple golf is what this game is about.

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How to Record and Analyze Your Golf Swing on Video

Learn how to analyze your own swing so you can quickly diagnose and solve your swing faults without having to take an expensive golf lesson!

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How to Sandblast Golf Clubs for a Professional Finish

The quickest way to achieve a professional looking finish on a putter or iron that you have restored is by hitting it with the beadblaster for a few seconds.

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How to Find the Correct Golf Grip Size for your Game

One of the most refreshing things in golf is throwing on some new grips.  But which ones should you buy?  Cord grips?  Tour Velvets?  Winn?  And what size?

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Golf Club Paint Fill: The Basics

The quickest and easiest way to customize your golf clubs is by painting the text on them. I’ll show you some of my favorite techniques for doing so.

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How to "Oven Torch" and "Oil Quench Torch" a Putter

Applying intense heat to a putter for a prolonged period of time can help you achieve a beautiful "oil can" finish and protect the club from rust.

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