Every golfer should watch this. This instructional video is "Hogan-esque" in its ability to explain chipping in simple terms with perfect visuals and perfect language. An A+. And the demystifying of the open stance is brilliant. Thank you
Love when you point out “myths” about setup. I certainly have learned the hard way about maintaining too much shaft lean at address while chipping. Great instruction.
Greetings from Alaska! Well thought out instruction & tips. The S**** word has been tormenting my chip game for a bit. Everything in this lesson is what I needed to observe. My set up has been way off. I have been enjoying many of your helpful videos. Thanks.
Am a big fan of your teaching. I have just watched 3 short game videos including the three errors and land the plane. Compared to your driver video, those short game videos do not as clearly explain set-up, particularly as relates to weight distribution, shoulder position and the proper way to achieve same. It may be that I am not as well versed as many of your students yet.
Great tips - a checklist to remember when the time comes on the course. If there's any benefit of coronavirus, it has forced me into the back yard with a wedge to chip back and forth. It's paying dividends. I've come to think of it more like putting.Thanks, Rob.
I don't know if I agree with you on this one Todd! In Southern California with so much St. Augustine grass, putting from off the green isn't always the best option! I have now opted for shots over 3 feet off the green to use a 5 fairway wood or a 5, 7, or 8 iron depending on the depth of the pin. I will set up taller, a narrow open stance, an upward club angle, ball inside the right toe, putter grip, and use a putting stroke on the ball. Results have always been positive with some hole outs.
@@golftecasia I was watching another channel on this same subject and I made this comment for them. Your video came up as a "go to" on the same subject matter. Evidently my comment to them got transposed to your video. This is a channel based in California that I also subscribe to. Sorry for the confusion Rob! Sometimes computers do peculiar things!!!
@@golftecasia that dreaded 40-80 yard shot, especially with a sand bunker between you and the green is difficult. Which club "lob wedge or pitch", roll it to the pin or lob and reverse spin and stop. I usually guess wrong! Thanks again
Excellent video. For me the safest option is to take a 7 or 8 iron, have the shaft at the same angle as a putter and use a putting stroke. It's all about percentages
@@golftecasia it all depends how close I am to the green and also to the hole. Obviously sometimes I have to use more lofted clubs but my first thoughts are to use my putter or a 7 or 8 iron when possible
very clever with the sticks, i have those driveway sticks and should use them more often. if the hardware store knew we're using them for golf practice they would jack up the price.
Hi Rob-only question I have is- is your weight forward [EG: 55-45}. Thanks again for good info-same for bunker video. You're really helping my focus.-Be safe,be good-Russ
It would be helpful if you comment on whether you use the bounce and if so, whether you try to catch the ball first or hit slightly behind it and let the club skid into the ball, as recommended by several people, like Roger Cleveland. This is an especially important distinction when chipping from tight lies, as you know.
May I ask if any club face angle manipulation is needed if standing closer to the ball? If using the same address but standing closer for this type of shot, wouldn't the ball kick right since the toe of the club would be lower than the heel vs the entire sole lying some what flat at address when standing normal? BTW, appreciate your videos as others have commented. Great explanations without overly trying to 'convince' your method as others do. Mahalo! 🤙🏼
I have a question about take away on your chipping . Does the top of your grip move away as your are taking the club back or are you trying to keep it centered ?
Great tips, Rob. I struggle with chipping. How are you distributing your weight? I’ve been told to keep weight on left foot and sternum in front of the ball. Is that sound advice?
Hi Rob, thank you for this amazing video. For this kind of chipping, I would use most of the time more 9, 8 iron with slight descending motion towards the ball. Would you agree? Let say I want use with more confidence sandwedge, I think I need to use more bounce, correct? To use bounce, shaft lean foward or excessive shaft lean forward is not good I believe..Any comments are very helpful Thanks...
Very good Rob. I tend to kick my right knee towards the target thru impact to encourage a positive contact with the hips opening. Only slightly though. Is that a valid "feeling"?
Thanks Rob! I needed that video. I have been opening my stance to the left even though it doesn't feel right. You seem to be using body pivot while others seem to say to use a putting stroke without moving the body. Every time I do that it feels somewhat awkward. Thoughts?
I disagree about the open stance. But agree that your shoulders should be square to target line. I see too many people stop their sternum and become arms only with a square stance. And open stance helps you to keep the upper body moving thru impact. My opinion.
Hello, keeping 3 club head distance, a lttle angle arms and shafl, I see the handle appears at height of my bell line. So maintaining the edge is flat onto ground, i have to bend arms at setups ( look like Oscar in flat slop video) and rather make backswing comfortably. I guess your height is 1m75cm. But still, any club fitting will be for a short typed person?
Although I am very much an advocate of ST I disagree here with what you describe as the 1st mistake.The great John Jacobs advocated weight forward hands forward and more emphasis on the hands & arms with a natural pull of the shoulders.The obvious aim point here is to the front of the ball not behind it.This technique offers greater accuracy and subtlety.Strange that you condemn it.
With all due respect, about the hands I just watch a video from Phil Michelson saying the hands have to go forward, ( th-cam.com/video/dpFd1xocxrE/w-d-xo.html ) so how should i believe?
Absolutely LOATHE this form of marketing...it completely turns me off from buying the product. If you can’t convince me of the worth of your product within two minutes, it must be shit...
You have single handily revolutionised my golf game with these simple, straightforward and honest videos. Thank you so much, Rob!
Every golfer should watch this. This instructional video is "Hogan-esque" in its ability to explain chipping in simple terms with perfect visuals and perfect language. An A+. And the demystifying of the open stance is brilliant. Thank you
Thank you Rob. You have made many of us more knowledgeable and competent. Much appreciated.
Love when you point out “myths” about setup. I certainly have learned the hard way about maintaining too much shaft lean at address while chipping. Great instruction.
I never saw anybody explain the chip shot so clearly and comprehensively. Thanks Rob!
Thanks matey!
I emailed this to myself so i can watch a few times.great presentation
Really liked this segment. Clearly shows club head stays out in front of hands especially during back swing.
Greetings from Alaska! Well thought out instruction & tips. The S**** word has been tormenting my chip game for a bit. Everything in this lesson is what I needed to observe. My set up has been way off. I have been enjoying many of your helpful videos. Thanks.
Great video chock full of useful information, as always. Thank you for being so generous Rob. Nice to see you back out-of-doors too.
Rob, it's very easy for me to get your tips while you are outside studio
Am a big fan of your teaching. I have just watched 3 short game videos including the three errors and land the plane. Compared to your driver video, those short game videos do not as clearly explain set-up, particularly as relates to weight distribution, shoulder position and the proper way to achieve same. It may be that I am not as well versed as many of your students yet.
Great tips - a checklist to remember when the time comes on the course. If there's any benefit of coronavirus, it has forced me into the back yard with a wedge to chip back and forth. It's paying dividends. I've come to think of it more like putting.Thanks, Rob.
Excellent! So clearly you highlight common mistakes and myths in pithy statements. Could you please comment on Grip Pressure for chipping?
@@golftecasia Highly appreciate your prompt advice. Have a nice day
Excellent video and really well explained Rob... Thanks 😊👍
Another excellent video
Rob really good advice chipping really helped
Great video, Rob. New info for me about keeping the stance square!
Great explanation. Thank you!
thanks for making chipping simple!!!!
Fantastic! I’ve struggled with consistency. Will fix !
Such a great tip! In linear style, the feeling is the weight and ball are forward but everything square. Would you still advocate that?
I tried it and it works great. Thanks
So great!
I don't know if I agree with you on this one Todd! In Southern California with so much St. Augustine grass, putting from off the green isn't always the best option! I have now opted for shots over 3 feet off the green to use a 5 fairway wood or a 5, 7, or 8 iron depending on the depth of the pin. I will set up taller, a narrow open stance, an upward club angle, ball inside the right toe, putter grip, and use a putting stroke on the ball. Results have always been positive with some hole outs.
@@golftecasia I was watching another channel on this same subject and I made this comment for them. Your video came up as a "go to" on the same subject matter. Evidently my comment to them got transposed to your video. This is a channel based in California that I also subscribe to. Sorry for the confusion Rob! Sometimes computers do peculiar things!!!
Terima kasih.
Very good instruc
Thanks Rob, keep up the great knowledge transfer. Love the detail explanation. Maybe you have a video on chipping swing transitioning to a pitch?
@@golftecasia that dreaded 40-80 yard shot, especially with a sand bunker between you and the green is difficult. Which club "lob wedge or pitch", roll it to the pin or lob and reverse spin and stop. I usually guess wrong! Thanks again
Excellent video. For me the safest option is to take a 7 or 8 iron, have the shaft at the same angle as a putter and use a putting stroke. It's all about percentages
@@golftecasia it all depends how close I am to the green and also to the hole. Obviously sometimes I have to use more lofted clubs but my first thoughts are to use my putter or a 7 or 8 iron when possible
very clever with the sticks, i have those driveway sticks and should use them more often. if the hardware store knew we're using them for golf practice they would jack up the price.
Hi Rob-only question I have is- is your weight forward [EG: 55-45}. Thanks again for good info-same for bunker video. You're really helping my focus.-Be safe,be good-Russ
Brilliant! Many thanks
Tried this method at the weekend. No more duffed chips!! I just need to sort out my distance control.
Great again 👌🏻😉
It would be helpful if you comment on whether you use the bounce and if so, whether you try to catch the ball first or hit slightly behind it and let the club skid into the ball, as recommended by several people, like Roger Cleveland. This is an especially important distinction when chipping from tight lies, as you know.
May I ask if any club face angle manipulation is needed if standing closer to the ball? If using the same address but standing closer for this type of shot, wouldn't the ball kick right since the toe of the club would be lower than the heel vs the entire sole lying some what flat at address when standing normal?
BTW, appreciate your videos as others have commented. Great explanations without overly trying to 'convince' your method as others do. Mahalo! 🤙🏼
LOL! That's where I got (remembered) the info. LOL!
Great instructions as always . Was curious to know your advise on grip pressure while chipping . Thanks Bob .
I have a question about take away on your chipping . Does the top of your grip move away as your are taking the club back or are you trying to keep it centered ?
Good!
Great tips, Rob. I struggle with chipping. How are you distributing your weight? I’ve been told to keep weight on left foot and sternum in front of the ball. Is that sound advice?
I made this mistake in a club championship and bounced the club OVER the ball. Other players just shook their heads and said, "Next Shot". Mortifying
Hi Rob, thank you for this amazing video. For this kind of chipping, I would use most of the time more 9, 8 iron with slight descending motion towards the ball. Would you agree? Let say I want use with more confidence sandwedge, I think I need to use more bounce, correct? To use bounce, shaft lean foward or excessive shaft lean forward is not good I believe..Any comments are very helpful Thanks...
Another great video, thanks Rob!
So weird seeing you outside!
Very good Rob. I tend to kick my right knee towards the target thru impact to encourage a positive contact with the hips opening. Only slightly though. Is that a valid "feeling"?
@@golftecasia Only average. I tend to get a better result if I "kick" that right knee slightly as it kinda removes any tendency to decelerate
Thanks Rob! I needed that video. I have been opening my stance to the left even though it doesn't feel right. You seem to be using body pivot while others seem to say to use a putting stroke without moving the body. Every time I do that it feels somewhat awkward. Thoughts?
This is much like a putting stroke with a wedge? I find if I use any wrist action it ends badly.
I disagree about the open stance. But agree that your shoulders should be square to target line. I see too many people stop their sternum and become arms only with a square stance. And open stance helps you to keep the upper body moving thru impact. My opinion.
Do you have any clinics or camps scheduled in the US in the coming months?
Thank you. Keep the short game videos coming, please.
@@golftecasia thank you
How about the weight in the feet? Shouldn’t the weight be set forward a little?
Hello, keeping 3 club head distance, a lttle angle arms and shafl, I see the handle appears at height of my bell line. So maintaining the edge is flat onto ground, i have to bend arms at setups ( look like Oscar in flat slop video) and rather make backswing comfortably. I guess your height is 1m75cm. But still, any club fitting will be for a short typed person?
Thanks for again for a great video, will this set up work for longer chips aswell like 70-80 yards?
Mr. Rob, I like You.........
Although I am very much an advocate of ST I disagree here with what you describe as the 1st mistake.The great John Jacobs advocated weight forward hands forward and more emphasis on the hands & arms with a natural pull of the shoulders.The obvious aim point here is to the front of the ball not behind it.This technique offers greater accuracy and subtlety.Strange that you condemn it.
With all due respect, about the hands I just watch a video from Phil Michelson saying the hands have to go forward, ( th-cam.com/video/dpFd1xocxrE/w-d-xo.html ) so how should i believe?
Absolutely LOATHE this form of marketing...it completely turns me off from buying the product. If you can’t convince me of the worth of your product within two minutes, it must be shit...
Great information... it may be more valuable to discuss less of how not to do it.