Slopes & Uneven Lies
The world is not flat and neither are golf courses, so it is paramount that you get confident with the set-up and performance keys of these unstable situations. The most important factors is lie assessment, final destination and severity of the slope. Once you have that, only then can you craft a smart strategy and shot So, let’s get to it.
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CONFIDENCE WITH UNEVEN LIES
If you want more pars, but you struggle with the setup variables for uneven lies, then this tip is for you. Many players struggle with uneven lies from the fairway because they're not, confident with the set up and in motion keys. So, let’s get to it!
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An Uphill Lie Situation
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Uphill Lie over Water - Oh My!
My ball landed in the rough on an uphill lie. Typically, this would be fine if I had open fairway in front of me… but here, I have open water… and lots of it. Plus, I’ve got a protected green.
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Ball Well Below Feet
My ball landed in the rough on a steep slope. I am getting a yardage which is 89 to the pin. I am going with my PW which is my 100 yard club because I know that I will be swinging at 80 percent …and maybe even less… considering the severity of the slope so more club is a wise choice.
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Severely Uphilly
When you find your ball on a severe uphill slope here’s what to do besides panic. Keep the panic in the bag and depending on your lie select the right club. Remember the loft of the hill steals distance.
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Ball Well Below Feet
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Ball Below
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Ball Below Thy Feet
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Ball Above Feet from the Fairway
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Ball Well Above Feet
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A Slope & Over Lots of Water
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Upslope from Fairway Keys
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Playing from an Upslope
