Shallow vs deep divot?

Is it true that divots of irons nd woods should not be deep? I was reading somewhere that it whould be shallow like a strip of bacon???? Also will this affect swing speed/distance?

I've never heard quite as thin as a strip of bacon - unless you're talking peameal or back bacon.

I do know that the depth of the divot will affect the spin on the ball - so much so that it certainly CAN affect distance - too much spin will balloon the ball and kill distance. However, you'll certainly hold the green and may even spin it back.

A thinner divot will reduce spin and possibly increase distance (more swingspeed and less spin).

I've heard (and have played) that the ideal divot is about the size of a dollar bill and is shallow enough that the grass roots are still showing in the dirt.

Any time I've had one of those types of divots, my ballflight has been excellent, and it's a "one hop and stop" type of landing on the green.

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Another thing to think about is the type, and quality of the course you are playing. Some courses are divot friendly, while others will send you home with a sore wrist, or two. It has been my experience that the warmer the climate, and the cheaper the green fees are, those will be the ones that have firmer fairways that are not divot friendly. That being said, like was posted above about the dollar bill while uncovering the roots is pretty normal for all but the higher end courses. GJS