Welcome to the latest edition of our weekly newsletter from West Byfleet Golf Club. Have a great week on and off the golf course. Enjoy the read. |
What was your biggest struggle? As the season draws to a close, it’s important to recognise which areas of your game haven’t quite been up to scratch this year. Maybe you were struggling to find fairways or was it your putting that constantly let you down? We’re running a poll on our website to find out which part of the game our members struggle with the most, so click on the link below to have your say. Enter our poll. |
A story of what could have been... It was all-change at the top of the world rankings yet again, as Justin Rose reclaimed the number one spot after winning the Turkish Airlines Open. The Englishman beat China’s Li Haotong in a playoff after both players finished on 17-under-par.
For Li, it was certainly a story of what could have been after a series of near-misses down the final stretch. To compound his misery further, Li had a makeable putt on the first playoff hole to claim victory, only to race his first attempt a few feet past before failing to hole the one coming back. A three-putt for Li and a second consecutive Turkish Airlines Open victory for Rose, securing his place back at the summit of the world rankings. |
Your favourite promotion is back We know how much our members love our Christmas promotion on Titleist golf balls, so we're delighted to say it's up and running once again this year. It's pretty simple: click on the link below to be taken to our website where you can order your personalised Titleist balls (any ball within the range), enjoying FREE delivery to our shop so that you can collect them at your convenience.
Click here to order yours. |
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What will you put on yours? As we edge towards Christmas, it's time to start thinking about the presents that you'll buy loved ones this year, as well as the gifts you'd like to receive yourself. The perfect option could be a dozen personalised Srixon golf balls, which is available on every ball model in its range. Simply order on our website and collect in-store at your convenience.
Click here to order yours. |
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Layering
With the weather turning colder now the clocks have changed I thought I would try to educate everyone on how to stay warm and dry on the course but also be able to play your best golf at the same time. To do this it’s important to understand the concept of layering.
What you wear on the golf course can not only make you look good but also improve your game by keeping you fresh and alert and dry and warm. The days of heavyweight and restrictive clothing as the only options when the weather takes a turn for the worse are long gone. The golf industry has been quick to take advantage of new fabric technologies with a wide range of golf specific garments available. The correct combination will allow you to perform to your maximum whatever the external conditions. The key to this process is layering, combining clothing for different conditions to ensure that you remain dry, regulate your temperature, and protect you from the wind, rain, or sun. Three layers are generally considered to be the optimum amount, and these consist of a base layer, a mid layer for either warm or cold conditions and an outer layer.
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Layer 1: The “Base Layer”
Base Layer garments are worn next to the skin and moisture management is a key element for this primary layer to remove moisture from the skin which natural fibres such as cotton, cannot achieve on their own due to high absorbency. The base layer should fit the shape of the body quite closely so that it works to its optimum in cold conditions. One of the key advantages of a base layer is the warmth it generates to the body helps golfers swing more freely and therefore perform better.
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Layer 2: The “Mid Layer”
The mid layer plays a key role in thermal regulation depending on the conditions. In cold weather the mid layer should give additional thermal insulation to keep the body warm and comfortable by trapping heat generated by the body. Mid-layers for cold conditions are generally constructed from soft and stretchy materials that provide a snug fit that in no way restricts the golf swing. Breathability is essential in a good mid layer so that any excess moisture or heat is transported away from the body for easy evaporation. Traditionally wool sweaters have been used as a popular mid layer however these trap heat and prevent moisture movement, so are not suitable as part of a layering solution.
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Layer 3: The “Outer Layer”
The Outer Layer is the weather protective layer and is designed to provide golfers with maximum protection against rain and wind. Outer Layers can be waterproof, rainproof/showerproof, or windproof. It is essential that the outer layer you choose is adequate for the conditions you face but should also be of a breathable moisture wicking construction and well ventilated to allow the 3-layer system to work efficiently.
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Pop in-store to check out our fantastic ranges and stay warm this winter. |
| The gift of golf this Christmas |
Sleigh bells ring - are you listening? Yes, Christmas is just around the corner so it's time to start thinking about presents for your nearest and dearest. No doubt some of them share your passion for golf and will be wanting something golf-related under the tree this year. If you can't find what you're looking for in our shop, be sure to check out our online Click & Collect service that has everything you will possibly need. |
It really is simple. Click on the link below to be taken to our online shop, where you can browse the entire catalogue at your convenience. Once you've found something that you want, pop it in your basket and at checkout select 'Click & Collect' for delivery. Once it lands in-store - typically within 3-5 working days - we'll let you know it is ready for collection, which can be at any point in the run up to Christmas. It really is that easy! |
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