Why do I slice my driver and not irons?

The main reason that a driver will slice, but not the irons, is the length of the club. With a golf driver being longer than a golf iron, it is much harder to square the club face and release the club at the proper time. Golfers of all ability levels struggle with this concept.

Why do I always slice with my driver?

A slice shot is caused by a poor grip and setup, an outside-to-in downswing path and an open clubface. An outside-to-in path occurs when the golfer reaches too far on the downside, bringing the club down to the right of the ball (outside), relative to the target line.

Can you hit irons but slice a driver?

Incorrect Stance

The general problem with a slice is that your stance is too open. This means that your leading foot is behind the trailing foot when facing the target. To exacerbate this, golfers tend to open their stance aiming further left and increasing the angle of the out-to-in swing path.

Why do I slice my driver but not my woods?

Hitting a slice is the most common fault experienced by golfers at all levels although more manageable by professional golfers. There are many reasons for it, but the most frequent problem is that your clubface is not lined up on the target line and your swing path is from out-to-in.

How do you hit a driver without slicing?

SLICE DRIVER IRONS STRAIGHT, SIMPLE FIX

What is the most common cause of a slice in golf?

The most common cause of a slice is an open club face. This open club face will give you contact that isn't square and often feels like a “side swipe.” The most common cause of an open club face is an incorrect grip as your hand position will directly reflect in the face.

Does higher loft reduce slice?

A higher driver loft can help a slice because it will help to encourage a bit more forgiveness and backspin on the driver. These features of a higher lofted driver are going to help improve a slice and straighten out overall ball flight. A slice is often caused by a bit too much side spin being applied to a golf ball.

Does lower loft driver increase slice?

Although many slicers want to hit the ball lower, remember the additional loft provides backspin that will reduce the amount a golf ball slices through the air. I would recommend a 10.5 to 12-degree set-up, depending on your current ball flight and severity of your slice.

Why do I hit 3 wood as far as driver?

1. Players who hit their 3- or 5-wood as far or longer than their driver are typically using too little loft with the driver for their clubhead speed. You know, it's a funny thing with the driver and its loft compared to the other clubs in the bag.

Why do I slice my driver when I swing hard?

A common cause of a slice is that the golfer is swinging the club too fast. Swinging the club harder will not necessarily result in greater distance off the tee, but it does usually result in a slice. In a fast swing, the arms come through the ball before the body weight can be shifted into the swing.

Does an offset driver cure a slice?

An offset driver is one of the most powerful cures for a slice. By positioning the clubface slightly behind the shaft, it gives you more time to square the club at impact. This encourages right to left spin (ie draw shape) and minimizes left to right spin (ie slice shape).

How do I know if my driver shaft is too soft?

Does draw setting help slice?

Draw-bias designs also encourage a straighter ball flight by featuring higher lofts, lighter shafts and more upright lie angles. There's even evidence that with the CG closer to the heel, draw drivers help average golfers return the face to square at impact because the CG is closer to the shaft.

Do low spin drivers reduce slice?

Conversely, low spin drivers benefit faster swinging golfers who desire less backspin rpm to achieve a moderate launch and optimal roll. Furthermore, low spin drivers restrict sidespin, reducing your risk of hooking or slicing your shot.

Does adding loft to a driver open the face?

When you lower the loft of a golf club, you are also going to close the angle of the clubface. If you increase the loft on a club, you will open the face angle on the club. This applies when you are adjusting loft on the driver as well as irons or hybrids.

What is the most forgiving driver for a slice?

Can standing too close to the golf ball cause a slice?

Standing too close to the golf ball will result in a posture that's too upright, which could result in inconsistent shots and no control over the ball. Standing too close to the ball can result in slices and shanks, which are very common among average players.

Does a strong grip cause a slice?

The ball will always leave the clubface, at a right angle to the clubface, regardless of the path the club is swung on unless there is enough time and force to alter what's known as the Venturi Effect. 2. A strong grip eliminates a slice.

What swing path causes a slice?

A slice happens when a sidespin is put on the ball, causing it to curve to the right for a right-handed player and to the left for a left-handed player. Sidespin to the right is caused when the clubface is open (pointed right) relative to the path the club is traveling as the club impacts the ball.

Does the reverse slice sequence work?

It is not surprising that this method does not work. The Reverse Slice Sequence is a step-by-step technique to permanently execute the correct swing pattern to enable you to turn a slice into hitting a straight shot with a slight draw after 15 shots.

Do I want a 9.5 or 10.5 driver?

The ideal driver loft depends on your swing speed and the attack angle. Average players that swing the club less than 95 MPH will likely find that a 10.5-degree driver performs the best. Better players who can control their drives and want the most distance will lean more towards a 9-degree driver.

Should driver's face open at address?

Setting the clubface slightly open at address allows you to: Release the club fully without fear of hooking. Swing the club naturally with relaxed arms for maximum clubhead speed—and therefore more distance. Develop better feel for how the club is aligned as it swings through impact.