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08 TIPS
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Don ’ t wear a bulky coat out to the course . Instead , insulate your body heat with a series of layers . A vest is one of my favorite layering pieces as it keeps my body warm without restricting my swing . Hoodies are perfect for this , too .
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Make sure to keep your head warm , too . Throw a knit cap in your bag and pull it out when the weather gets really bad . It ’ s about function over fashion during the winter .
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LAYER UP
PACK A HAT
MIX IT UP
Winter golf is a great opportunity to hone your shotmaking ability . The conditions will be tough , so your stock driving-range shots aren ’ t likely to be effective . Get creative with your shots as you battle the elements . Come spring , your game will be much more well-rounded .
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HOOF IT
I walk about 90 percent of the time I play , but in the winter it ’ s critical . Walking is an easy way to keep you warm between shots , plus you get your steps in for the day .
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CLUB UP
The ball will not travel as far during the winter , so club up . If you try to hit the same shots you ’ d hit during the middle of the summer , you ’ re in for a long day . Winter golf is a different game , and you should treat it as such .
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DON ’ T WORRY
Because of USGA handicap rules , posting scores during the winter months isn ’ t legal , so you won ’ t have to worry about a bad round hurting your index . Playing during the winter is about getting in reps and keeping your swing loose , not for posting a personal best .
Article by Zephyr Melton for Golf . com
FOR CONQUERING WINTER GOLF
Winter is here . For some , that might mean the clubs are being stored away in the back of the closet until spring , but for others , it ’ s the beginning of a whole new season : winter golf .
Now , I ’ m by no means an expert on winter golf , but as a stubborn Texas expat who refuses to recognize golf ’ s offseason , I have learned some tricks for playing through the winter . Here are my eight best tips .
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WARM YOUR HANDS
Feel is a crucial part of golf , and it all starts in your hands , so you ’ ve got to keep them warm in the winter . Pack a pair of mittens to wear between shots or slip some hand warmers in your pockets . Just remember to keep the blood flowing .
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TEE IT FORWARD
Don ’ t be afraid to move up a tee box ( or two ). Playing the same tee box that you would during the summer is only going to make things more difficult . If you want to make birdies during the winter , you ’ re going to need to play a shorter course .
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