I see you think I didnt answer your question, Walkerk.

I did, but I just said see a pro....I kind of answered it by asking my own question, have you answered that for yourself?

I'll have a crack at explaining it but bear in mind something like this is very much personal preference, I'm afraid, what is good for one player might not be good for another.

I'm a firm beleiver in the Nicklaus method of shaping a shot.

Fades: Stand open with a straight club face and swing normally, this should produce cut spin, take into account that the ball will fly a bit higher and land softer, you will have to experiment with your clubbing you may find the ball travels slightly less distance.

Draws: Stand closed with a straight faced club and swing normally, this should produce draw spin, as with the fade the ball will behave slightly differently in this case it will fly a little lower and land a little hotter, you may need to take less club to compensate.

As I mentioned this is all very well if you have hours to practice it, if not I would refrain from using it in competitive play since you may not achieve what you want and wind up in trouble. If you have the time (first of all lucky you!!!) then it can be the key to lower scores.

If the simple set up adjustment method doesnt work for you try the hands only method, for a Fade get the feeling of fanning the club open as you strike the ball and for a draw the feeling of holding it closed. This is a bit easier to 'feel' but a little harder to control. Again it all depends on what you feel yourself is best.

Good Luck,

D.