A Windy Day At The Golf Course

Many golf aficionados know that wind and golf don’t exactly go together. This is especially true for windstorms.

You see, a windstorm and other strong gusts can send your golf ball in all directions. And normally, it goes in the direction that you aren’t aiming for. This is why it is strongly recommended that you avoid playing when there are strong headwinds. This not only sends your ball flying off. It may even cause a few sand storms and what-have-you.

You needn’t worry though should you find yourself on the golf course on a windy day. Here are some techniques that may just save your game—and your day:

It isn’t just the ball that can fly off. Your lightweight club is likewise prone to strong gusts of wind. To prevent this from ruining your game further, try and hold it an inch lower than you normally do. This way, you have more control as you hit that ball. Albeit at the expense of some badly needed distance. But in these conditions, just be thankful you are able to hit at all.

Think that you’re less prone to headwinds? A lot of people tend to think that their heavier weight (relative to the ball and club) makes them less susceptible to those strong gusts. They have it all wrong. On the contrary, a stationary object such as a person setting up for shot (stance and all) can be easily disturbed by these windy conditions. You may not be blown away. You will however, find it rather difficult to make that shot. Try to widen your stance a bit. The lower center of gravity makes for more control and less susceptibility to winds.

Maybe the wind isn’t all that bad. Did we hear a few protestations back there? But if you think about it, it’s true. Why not try and aim your ball into the direction of the wind. And see how the wind helps it land better by pushing it back a bit.

While you’re at it, you may want to take your shots “behind the wind”. This way, you can again use the wind to bring your ball a lot further downrange.

Admittedly, not everyone likes playing golf in windy conditions. And with good reason for it can get messy indeed. This is especially true when it comes to scoring. Scores and handicaps aside, a round of golf on a windy day can actually be quite an interesting experience. Just make sure you know how.