slicing my drives

I seem to be unable to correct this problem, no matter should I address the ball square on on try and adjust my stance to try and correct the angle at which the club is approaching the ball it still manages to slice way of to the right. I have been using a MD golt Surefire driver with a mid flex graphite shaft and was wondering could this be my problem? Should i maybe try a stiffer shaft to see if this could help?

You should go get a lesson or two. Then see if your slice isn't gone.

Nothing cures swing problems like lessons from competent coaches.

That said, (assuming you've had no lessons), you're probably coming from the outside, and with a reverse pivot.

If you can get some video of your swing (and upload it), that would be a big help.

With a mid-firm flex, unless you're a female or a senior, it should be a good flex - keep the club.

http://www.golf-tuition-online.com/v...highlight=tips (Tips from T.C., C.P.G.A.)

These are the results of my 2 lessons, aimed at getting a decent swing.

I had a real slice problem - and I still battle the occasional hip shift (I tend to sway back after a long layoff [like winter]).

I think the table drill may help, and if you can get in front of a mirror, you'll see all sorts of things.

Also, for your coil, Gord talks about trying to put the left shoulder over the right knee (for a RH Golfer).

There's so much advice to offer, but we need to pinpoint some things first...

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I wouldn't think it's the club to be honest ... a mid flex shaft will suit most golfers.

The problem with a slice is it has many causes and effects, it's not just a single factor ... I suggest you visit a teaching pro and get him to look at your swing and ball flight.

Without some detail of your ball flight or divot pattern, it really is difficult to give you advice on what the problem could be. Can you post a video of your swing?

I cant post avideo at this time and probably wouldn't know how to anyway but it is strange that it is only my drives that it occurs with everytime! When it happens with any other club i know its because I am throwing my left shoulder back therefore trying to scoop the ball into the air.
i have been thinking of going for lessons so maybe that is my best option.

Do think it could be my grip/ was watching a programme on tv and my grip is nothing like what the guy was saying it should be!!

I seem to grasping the club in mypalm quite tightly but this guy(jim mcclean) says it should be in the fingers more!!

this game doesa my head in!!!

Grip plays a part - holding the club in your hand (as opposed to your fingers) keeps the clubface open through impact (this is experience talking).

Rather than holding the club with the grip splitting the base of your palm (under the big pad of the thumb), try getting the grip under the pad by the little finger. This is where the club should be, and it gets your clubface back to where your started it (if your grip is neutral).

Thanks for your help!! Will give it a go on tuesday !! wish me luck!!

There is another aspect about the grip. If you always slice and are fighting it you are almost certainly tense and may (perhaps subconciously) hold your grip tighter than with the other clubs. Perhaps you could check that your grip (and your swing?) is relaxed.