What we'll cover this week

• Gaining Yards - Just a new swing thought can help

• Evil Distractions - Mean, but justified by the reaction

• Thick Grips - Is the hype real or just another fad

Estimated read time: 8 minutes

This Week I Learned

You’re Not Supposed to Win Many Tournaments.
When one player constantly dominates your club tournaments, they might be sandbagging. Let me share this gem from an article on sandbaggers:

“According to Thurner, the USGA and others have done significant research on how often a player should make the winner’s podium. Golfers playing in a normal number of events (eight over two years) should place first no more than once and may have one other high finish, like fourth place. Anything beyond that is not statistically reasonable.”

So that’s why I’m not winning…

Useless Golf Videos We Watched This Week (So You Don’t Have To):

25 = 289 minutes saved

Gain Yards On Your Drives

Danny Maude is back with some easy guides to add serious length to your drives.

Disclaimer: These tips might sound a bit technical at first, but trust me, once you let the info soak in, it’s all straightforward. It boils down to a training aid and one simple swing thought that’ll become second nature in no time. The best part? You don’t need to get stronger to see real yardage gains.

Video length: 16:00

TL:DW

• Optimize Your Grip - Sounds basic, but your grip matters A LOT. Hand/finger placement, pressure, and even leaving space at the bottom of your grip to create a lever all play a role. If that feels like too much info, don’t worry - skip to the next tip!

• Grip Trainer - Danny’s easy fix for a perfect grip every time: use a grip trainer. It builds muscle memory and takes the guesswork out of grip placement. Even pros like Scottie Scheffler swear by it. It works with any grip style you use - interlock, baseball, death claw, you name it.

• Let the Hinges Work - In the backswing, let your trail elbow hinge naturally while keeping your front arm as straight as possible (a slight bend is fine). After contact, your front elbow should hinge for a smooth finish. It’s a bit tricky to explain, so check out Danny’s demonstration in the video (trust me, it makes more sense when you see it in action!). Pro tip: keep your elbows tucked for smoother motion.

• Headcover Aid - Place a flat headcover about a grip’s length in front of your teed-up ball to help you visualize hitting UP on the ball with your driver. Any flat object will do, but you likely have a headcover handy. Just avoid using your driver’s headcover - it’s too big, and trust me, you’ll end up launching it halfway across the range (or so I heard from a friend).

By optimizing these minor adjustments, you’ll feel - and hear - the difference in your swing. That satisfying whip noise as your driver cuts through the air? That’s your cue you’re on track for longer drives.

Bonus: Except for the headcover tip, all of these apply to your irons, too, so you’re set for more distance across your entire game. A grip trainer costs just $14.99 on Amazon, and once you grab one, your only swing thought should be “Let the hinges work” for instant improvements.

Distracting Gasses

It’s kind of evil and mean, but I feel like the dude deserved to be “distracted” and maybe, just maybe, should take a chill pill. 💨💨💨💨

Deals for the Feels

The good deals are finally rolling in, just like I promised last week! 😏

Callaway Paradym Series Discounts

• Callaway just slashed prices on their Paradym series. Drivers are now $399 (down from $599), and fairway woods are $249 (down from $349). These are just the tip of the iceberg, so now’s the time to grab them!

Evnroll Premium Putter Deals

• A $419 Evnroll putter for just $299? If that’s not a steal, I don’t know what is. Get your hands on one. You won’t regret it.

Mizuno Wedges Closeout Sale

• I’m a sucker for the sleek look of Mizuno Wedges, and now they’re 33% off! Snag one for $99 instead of $159. That’s one hell of a deal.

New Scotty Cameron Golden Putter

• Okay, it's not exactly a deal, but the new golden Scotty Cameron putter looks seriously cool. Worth a look if you’re into premium gear.

* Please note: none of these are affiliate links. These are genuinely great finds that we recommend without compensation.

Thick Grips. Just Hype?

Thick grips are all the rage right now, but what do they actually do, and are they the answer to everyone’s problems? Let’s see what Martin Borgmeier, reigning Long Drive Champion, has to say about it.

Video length: 10:42

TL;DW:

• Straighten Club Face - For Martin, thicker grips helped him achieve a more consistent face closure, which keeps his shots straighter and more predictable.

• Balance - Thicker grips can improve the balance of your clubs. Since they’re heavier, they can help you feel more control if your clubs feel off-balance. You can even add weight to them for extra stability.

• It All Depends - No magic fix works for everyone. You’ll need a grip fitting to see if thicker grips are right for you. But if you’re gripping the club too hard (guilty here!), thicker grips might be worth trying out. They can reduce tension and help you hold the club more naturally.

I’m planning to experiment with different grips in the off-season. My irons’ grips are pretty worn out after two seasons, so now seems like the perfect time to test something new. Might be a small change with a big impact.

Quick Bites for the Road

Guys being Guys

Overconfidence? Booze? Stupidity? I don’t care what the reasons are, but this collection of guys stumbling and tripping all over the place had me cracking up real good!

Quiz

If you liked this newsletter, refer it to a friend. If you hated it, send it to the ONE person you desperately want to beat (on the course).

Quiz answer

#1 Tiger Woods $2.66 billion

#2 Arnold Palmer — $1.76 billion

#3 Jack Nicklaus — $1.67 billion

WHAT?! Of course, that includes all of their off-course earnings like sponsorships, licensing fees (the Arnold Palmer drink), or countless courses built, but holy moly! I wasn’t expecting to see Arnold & Jack up there, but they certainly deserve it.

Shoutout to the Perfect Putt newsletter for giving the idea for this week’s trivia.

Sincerely, your Magic Rabbit.

Leader through the rabbit hole. Wonders why he isn’t a billionaire. Yet.