CANOE Travel – Golf Guide – Getting schooled in Myrtle Beach

CANOE Travel – Golf Guide – Getting schooled in Myrtle Beach.

Golf team looks for better results

Golf team looks for better results.

Golf in Cold weather

It’s that time of year when temperatures go down and handicaps go up. Following are a few tips to help you battle the elements.

Equipment: Golf balls don’t stay in the air as long in cold weather. Plan on taking a little  more club than you would in warmer weather. Shafts feel stiffer in cold weather. Don’t store your clubs and golf balls in the trunk of your car overnight. Keep them warm in the house. You might even use a driver with a little more loft to help maintain that precious “hang time.”

Conditions: Depending how cold the previous night was, the golf course might be a bit harder and firmer than usual. Watch out for faster greens and harder bounces, especially early in the day.

Clothing: It’s all about layers. Try to avoid heavy, bulky clothing that can restrict your swing. You’ll be best served by wearing 3 or 4 thin layers you can peel off as the day gets warmer and add again as the sun starts to set. I usually go with 4 layers: turtle neck, vest, sweatshirt, windshirt.

Body: It’s harder to be loose in the cold. Be sure to do plenty of stretching before you play. Allow a good 15 minutes to limber up before you head out to do battle!