You're Using the WRONG CLUBS and It's Why You Have NO DISTANCE!

[@SagutoGolf]

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[@letterpress01]

Tom. He’s fortunate to work with you in person. Emil.

[@Joker-yh2xg]

Beautiful video Tom, crispy as always. I’m a 7.4 handicap, not the fastest swing speed by any means, I recently bought a set of irons with Dynamic gold R300’s instead of what I had been playing, S300’s. Unbelievable difference, like you said, it just feels much easier. I know for sure that so many players use stiff and certainly shouldn’t like myself. Also the balls people play are way too high of compression. Everyone wants a tour ball but without the right swing speed it’s hitting their distance.

[@SagutoGolf]

You've hit the nail on the head - the desire to mimic tour players' clubs, shafts, balls, etc. is widespread in the amateur ranks, and these equipment choices have relegated countless golfers to the ranks of endless frustration from which there is no escaping until - or if - they finally wise up, put their egos aside, and get properly fitted. Thanks for sharing your experience, and enjoy those new shafts! Tom Saguto, PGA

[@Joker-yh2xg]

@ Thanks Tom! Happy holidays ahead and keep up the amazing content.

[@tomguenther9608]

Tom. You are so right about finding the correct shaft. I was looking for new irons and my local Ping fitter let me take a 7 iron out to the course with different weight shafts. I would play the holes just hitting 7 irons, switching out shafts every 6 holes or so. That enabled me to find the weight and manufacturer that worked the best for me. Keep up the good work Tom or should I say Doctor Strange.😂

[@SagutoGolf]

I appreciate your validating this with your experience, Tom. Indeed, getting fitted to the proper shaft is of such critical importance if we expect to get the most out of our swing. We want the shaft to match us and not vice versa! Thanks for your message and support! Tom

[@journeyman291]

Issue is, who does one trust for fitting. What does one look for in a qualified fitter? Even our couple of national chain golf stores here go thru employees like a revolving door. For an example, I got fitted for a PXG driver with a senior shaft 2 years ago from a PXG certified fitter. This year the shaft snapped at the hozzel. Went to a different store/fitter. I consistently gained 5-10 yds plus more down the middle drives with the new shaft. So it makes hard to spend a couple Gs on new irons with fitted shafts

[@no1no1655]

great lesson. Tom, it's the first time I've seen you address equipment specifically. Love the content! I'll be getting fitted in Jan for my AZ golf trip in Feb, and will definitely be looking at R/Senior flex

[@SagutoGolf]

I appreciate that, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you! You are making a very wise decision to get professionally fitted. Having correctly fitted clubs makes all the difference. You want the club and shaft to properly respond to your swing, instead of trying to fit your swing to poorly matched equipment! My session with a professional fitter documented in the episode from a few years ago was a real eye opener for me: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqGVlGCljraFjKs Tom PS: By the way, since my channel’s content is connecting well with you, I am confident that you will also benefit from my recently updated FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that has countless thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - now enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews

[@kurtg9684]

I;m 66 and just replaced my old driver that had a stiff shaft cut shorter with a new lighter club with a more flexible shaft. I couldn't believe the difference. I almost feel guilty with how easy it is to get the ball out there. I didn't realize how hard I was working with my old set up.

[@SagutoGolf]

Excellent decision, Kurt! As you now know firsthand, a correctly fitted shaft makes all the difference. You want the shaft to properly respond to your swing, instead of trying to fit your swing to a poorly matched shaft! Thanks for sharing! Tom PS: By the way, I would be remiss if I didn't mention that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. Have you looked into the comprehensive, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish. Thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result and their unsolicited testimonials tell the story quite well: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. The value in terms of what you get for the low price point is beyond comprehension, and based on proven results it represents by far the best golf instruction deal on the planet. And if you'd like to first "dip a toe in the water" prior to diving into the school, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that is delivering the referenced results. One does not need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. I hope you'll give the school some thought.

[@asagers]

I went through the same realization this past year. My previous irons had Dynamic Gold S300 (130g) shafts. Last year I bought the Takomo 201 irons with KBS Tour 120 stiff shafts. Instantly I could feel the shaft load and unload so much more effortlessly. Three years ago I "upgraded" my driver shaft to a Ventus Black 6 X (low spin, low launch, x stiff) and struggled getting the launch and carry I wanted. The ball just wouldn't stay in the air. I just got a Titleist GT2 with the Tensei 1k Blue shaft (mid spin, mid launch, stiff) and, again, the launch, carry, and distance I've been looking for are sooo much easier to find because the shaft is doing the work for me.

[@SagutoGolf]

Yep, shaft selection is a huge deal, and I appreciate your validating remarks in this regard! I just got fitted for a new PXG driving iron last week, and the launch monitor data differences from one shaft to the next was dramatic to say the least. Thanks for your message! Tom

[@jonathansmith9705]

@@SagutoGolf I viewed the True Spec link you shared Tom. You certainly had better dispersion and ball speed with irons other than what you were using. What was the outcome? Did you end up with different irons, just iron shafts, a new driver head and shaft another 3 wood? This video conveys the point that a lighter, perhaps less stiff shaft would allow folks to get more "slingshot effect" or whoosh thru impact. Did you end up with lighter shafts, etc. Funny -- He had PXG lined-up last yet you're currently using a PXG head.

[@scupperjones8507]

Great lesson for correct shafts. it seems he's using a consistent medium tempo back swing. i've been working on this and wondering if slowing the back swing down is recommended when learning this. Keep up the awesome videos, and thank you!

[@SagutoGolf]

I appreciate your kind words, Karl, and I'm glad to know that this lesson resonated with you! With regard to what you are working on, there are two things at play here: 1) Discovering and dialing in our ideal swing rhythm, and 2) Feeling that transition - or the change in direction - so we don't rush our downswing from the top and thereby lose our sequencing (a very common affliction in the amateur golf realm). Our perfect tempo - which is unique to each of us individually, enables us to gather and unload the various components in proper order for seemingly effortless, powerful ball striking bliss. Slowing things down to find and ingrain our ideal swing pace is an excellent way to accomplish that. This does not mean that we're going to be slow through the zone. Think in terms of Els, Couples, Morikawa, Matsuyama, Cam Young, for example. Keep up the great work!! Tom Saguto, PGA

[@scupperjones8507]

@@SagutoGolf thanks for the great explanation!

[@Raiders1234]

I bought some Taylormade p790's. They came with dynamic gold 130g shafts. I actually love the clubs, but my coach said those shafts are overkill for my slow swing speed. He said they were overkill for him, and he can crush a ball.

[@SagutoGolf]

A correctly fitted shaft makes all the difference. You want the shaft to properly respond to your swing, instead of trying to fit your swing to a poorly matched shaft! My session with a professional fitter documented in the episode from a few years ago was a real eye opener for me: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqGVlGCljraFjKs Tom

[@Mr420211]

So I’m 70 with a 12 handicap. My irons have stiff shafts on them. Sometimes they feel so heavy that I can barely swing them and then I try to over power them. My 7 iron I usually hit about 140. So you think I need to go to a senior shaft?

[@SagutoGolf]

I'll put it this way: A correctly fitted shaft makes all the difference. You want the shaft to properly respond to your swing, instead of trying to fit your swing to a poorly matched shaft. Having said that, far too many golfers nowadays are indeed swinging shafts that are much too stiff, and your statement about your shafts feeling so heavy that you have to modify your swing certainly brings this possibility into play. My session with a professional fitter documented in the episode from a few years ago was a real eye opener for me. Here is a link if you care to view it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqGVlGCljraFjKs So this all leads me to my best recommendation: Go get yourself fitted. You *_WILL_* thank yourself later! Tom Saguto, PGA PS: By the way, I would be remiss if I didn't mention that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. Have you looked into the comprehensive, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish. Thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result and their unsolicited testimonials tell the story quite well: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. The value in terms of what you get for the low price point is beyond comprehension, and based on proven results it represents by far the best golf instruction deal on the planet. And if you'd like to first "dip a toe in the water" prior to diving into the school, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that is delivering the referenced results. One does not need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. I hope you'll give the school some thought.

[@lifesaver3499]

Hey Tom, was working on my posture at set up. I tried to sit back a bit for better balance..I think like your student is doing here..do you have a video on this topic?

[@lifesaver3499]

Like he is doing at the 1:33 mark..his behind seems to be a bit back over his heels.

[@SagutoGolf]

These setup keys should aid in your understanding: We should feel evenly balanced between heel and toe in both feet. This balance is achieved by first setting our knees over the toes (or at least over the toe end of our shoelaces) to activate the ground connection, and then pushing our butt out to incline the hips and chest so that a relationship with the ball is established. The arms hang down naturally from the shoulders with all clubs except the driver, for which we push them out an inch or so to encourage more of the around-the-body motion needed for that lengthy shaft. We address the ball stacked shoulders over hips over knees with our weight balanced 50/50. We then simply bump our hips one inch towards the target while keeping everything else in place. This presets a little more weight forward - generally 55/45 for the short and mid irons, 60/40 for the longer clubs - while retaining the stacked relationship. Both feet are flared outward approximately 10-20 degrees, with the knees similarly angled outward. This orientation facilitates a stress-free, flowing motion back and through, resulting in a very body-friendly, consistent, powerful swing. While there is certainly content on my channel that addresses this topic, a more structured option would be my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lessons and drills, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that has countless thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - now enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews Tom

[@lifesaver3499]

bingo..thanks Tom..i did see too in one of your videos from about 7 years ago that I have to be careful not to have my butt too far back because you warned that it would put stress on ome's back...cheers

[@aponoypi]

the fitter did the same for he got me lighter and senior flex shaft. it helps. the new shafts are very different. the fitting with the simulator

[@SagutoGolf]

Fantastic!! A correctly fitted shaft makes all the difference. You want the shaft to properly respond to your swing, instead of trying to fit your swing to a poorly matched shaft! My session with a professional fitter documented in the episode from a few years ago was a real eye opener for me: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqGVlGCljraFjKs Thanks for sharing your experience, and enjoy those new properly matched shafts!! Tom

[@howiewilliams1329]

Tho this issue is technical you and Derek explain it so simply. As a senior (70 yrs old) would I maybe benefit from using ladies shafts or is that storing up another possible variable as they tend to be shorter than mens shafts? Another question is it the flex or the weight that makes the difference? Thanks once again Tom At present I'm indisposed but can't get enough of your teaching. Hopefully I'll be up and running come spring and ready to take my playing partners hard earned cash. You and your family have a wonderful Xmas and a very happy New Year.

[@SagutoGolf]

Sorry to learn that you are presently laid up, Howie. Looking forward to hearing that you are ready to tee it up again! Rather than guessing about flex, weight, etc., how about going in for a professional fitting once you are back to making full swings? You will definitely thank yourself afterwards as your playing partners "hard earned cash" will likely cover any costs involved many times over...😎 And since you're relegated to watching videos at present, here's an episode from a few years ago documenting my fitting session: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqGVlGCljraFjKs The launch monitor data and results from one shaft to the next were quite eye-opening to me! Thanks for your message and kind wishes, and I hope you and yours enjoy a blessed and merry Christmas and a happy, healthy 2025!! Tom

[@jscott4431]

Hi Tom. I'm 66 years old and lost distance due to some lower back issues. I've been struggling trying to transition from my old, forged irons with heavy stiff shafts to lighter more flexible shafts. I never really liked lighter clubs as I tend to swing too fast and lose a lot of control without gaining much distance. My ball striking is so much better with heavier clubs but I'm not getting the pop off the clubface. My 7-iron flies 145 yds. compared to 160 prior to my back problems. My back will never again be a 100%. I think a reg flex could help me, but they tend to be lighter. Any suggestions? Great video as always, Thanks!

[@SagutoGolf]

I'm very glad to know that you enjoyed this video and that it got you thinking about your equipment. With regard to your question, I defer to a professional club fitter and all their launch monitor data. A correctly fitted shaft makes all the difference. You want the shaft to properly respond to your swing, instead of trying to fit your swing to a poorly matched shaft! My session with a professional fitter documented in the episode from a few years ago was a real eye opener for me: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqGVlGCljraFjKs By the way, I would be remiss if I didn't mention that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. Have you looked into the comprehensive, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish. Thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result and their unsolicited testimonials tell the story quite well: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. The value in terms of what you get for the low price point is beyond comprehension, and based on proven results it represents by far the best golf instruction deal on the planet. And if you'd like to first "dip a toe in the water" prior to diving into the school, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that is delivering the referenced results. One does not need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. Yes - for so many this swing system is golf's version of the Fountain of Youth, and the results speak for themselves. 😎 Thanks for your message and support!! Tom Saguto, PGA

[@DASH1ful]

Yes, I remember picking up VJ Sing's 1 iron when he was just starting out; and, the shaft felt like a lump of lead. Couldn't feel the clubhead at all. Players then were obsessed with stiff shafts. And, of course they were steel shafts back then. But, I have been giving a lot more thought about the folding of the right arm. And, how we fold the right arm may be crucial with regard to the position of the left wrist at the top of the backswing. And, it may be that we won't have to work quite as hard in the swing if we fold the right arm by rotating the elbow towards the body, in the first half of the backswing. This may help to ensure that the right elbow is pointing down at the top of the backswing; and, that the left wrist isn't bowed at the top

[@SagutoGolf]

Yes, and unfortunately egos still rule the day today with regard to golfers playing shafts that are far to stiff for them. And with regard to that trail arm/elbow action, if we properly establish and retain that critical connection point between the upper arm and pec/ribcage area, then the proper retraction of that arm will be facilitated without any contrived action. It is certainly something we can preset for success when constructing our ball striking machine! Thanks, Tom

[@DASH1ful]

@@SagutoGolf Yes, that would be the preferred method; but, unfortunately, for myself, I am physically incapable of pressing the upper part of my right arm against my right side at address; just as, I am, also, unable to think about trying to rotate my right elbow in towards my body, notwithstanding the fact that I place my right hand on the club from under the shaft. But, I have at least been able to work on rotating my elbow in towards my right side when I do my version of the drinks tray drill, in which I position my elbow in front of my hand at address. And, I have been amazed at how freely I am able to swing my arm back; and, how deep I can get at the top, when I do the drill. And, since I have started to do this exercise the upper part of my right arm connects perfectly against my side at the top of my backswing, in my actual swing. And, my right arm doesn't get stuck in my backswing, like it used to. But, the, "Mandala Move", as I call it, is not my idea. I noticed it in some of the women golfers. One great example of this would be up coming amateur: Amelia Harris.

[@soonercyclone]

What launch monitor do you use? Thanks.

[@SagutoGolf]

I'm using a Flightscope Mevo+ with the Pro Package, and I have it linked to my iPad. It also includes 6 golf courses for sim play and 17 virtual practice range options. If interested in checking out the Mevo you will find information - including discount codes - in the video description details. Tom

[@user-kw5pk5ih8f]

Tom how do I know if I’m playing the right irons and shafts?

[@SagutoGolf]

I think it's always best to go through a professional fitting where you can test various brands, models, shafts, etc. to find your most suitable candidates. The results can very dramatically from one to the next as demonstrated in this video documenting my fitting session: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqGVlGCljraFjKs Once you have the data you can then work your way into an appropriate set that fits your budget. Tom Saguto, PGA

[@tellmethetruth3393]

If I use a more flexible shaft will I have to adjust how much my hands are ahead at impact?

[@SagutoGolf]

Not necessarily. It's all a matter of whether the shaft is appropriate for your swing. As I have been suggesting to others, a correctly fitted shaft makes all the difference. You want the shaft to properly respond to your swing, instead of trying to fit your swing to a poorly matched shaft! My session with a professional fitter documented in the episode from a few years ago was a real eye opener for me: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqGVlGCljraFjKs Tom

[@edge21str]

Funny, this flipping motion is something I fixed on my swing recently as well, but I didn't move away from my 130g S300s, I just tried to get more of a feeling that I'm tucking my right elbow into my side as hard as possible and let the club flow freely from there. Worked like a charm.

[@SagutoGolf]

Glad to hear you've found a solution that works for you! My lesson series on this "trail arm magic" has helped countless golfers across the globe to overcome wide variety of issues and experience great ball striking. Nice job incorporating it into your swing! Thanks for sharing your success with it and keep up the great work! Tom Saguto, PGA PS: Would you like to learn some key aspects of the body-friendly, powerful, low-maintenance swing system I teach in a more structured manner? If so, then here is a link to my recently updated FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal instruction method that has countless thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - now enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews

[@bomalmsjo1050]

Good stuff! I´m 56, still strong though, but swinging out my shoes to reach 75- 80 mph with i7, 100 g stiff shaft. I do take lessons to improve my swing, that´s for sure, but are we talking about new clubs/shafts.as well... light shaft (graphite)? I´m a 15 hcp and my goal is to be singel next season, 2025.

[@SagutoGolf]

I'm very glad to know that this episode resonated with you, Bo, and now that you are armed with this knowledge I hope you are able to use it to the betterment of your game. I don't think we are necessarily talking about new clubs. However, a correctly fitted shaft makes all the difference. You want the shaft to properly respond to your swing, instead of trying to fit your swing to a poorly matched shaft! And yes, this can have a dramatic impact on swing speed. My session with a professional fitter documented in the episode from a few years ago was a real eye opener for me: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqGVlGCljraFjKs Thanks for your message! Tom Saguto, PGA PS: With regard to your single-digit goal for 2025, would you like to learn some key aspects of the body-friendly, powerful, low-maintenance swing system I teach in a more structured manner? If so, then here is a link to my recently updated FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal instruction method that has countless thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - now enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. I look forward to seeing you in the 70's! 😎

[@bomalmsjo1050]

@@SagutoGolf Great! I really like your "simplicity" and straight forward view of the golf swing (have seen a lot of your videos). Many thanks for your answer - encouraging as well. I appreciate that very munch. I will embark your course and propell my golf (= doing what is needed). Better late than never. Life is too short playing...It would be very nice to seeing you -before the 70´s :) PS. I skipped the left swing and went for the right swing - focusing on the stronger trail arm (the right one) as you stress. Boom!!

[@gcoffey223]

I went from stiff to regular. Very glad I did. I still have a stiff shaft on my driver, but it works for me at 60g .

[@SagutoGolf]

Nice job finding a good match! Far too many folks go stiff to fit their egos rather than their swings, and ironically this choice is to the ultimate frustration and suffering of said ego... TS

[@gcoffey223]

@SagutoGolf Agreed!! No shame in my game. I worked a lot in the backyard and on the range on your first video with your student. I picked up an over pronounce draw. It's not a hook, still good distance, but it is way more pronounced. I'll work through it, maybe adjust my stance. There was A LOT going on in that video, probably was my stance *extra width) and maybe taking it in to much inside on takeaway. Who knows, I'll figure it out. Your latest vid with your student was another solid one btw. Anyways, Mr Tom, have a great noght!! Best

[@peterhammer6915]

On a good day I swing my 7-iron 85mph. Down from 9-iron to 5-iron I use Recoil 460ESX F3 regular graphite shafts (weight 64 gr) and 3-iron is regular graphite, too. I have stiffs only in pw, gw, sw and lw. Also in woods I have regular flex (driver speed 98 to 102). People should use way more light and flexible shafts. I would probably play with a light steel shaft (85 gr) but arthritis is so bad in both elbow and shoulders, that I sacrifice a slight feel loss.

[@SagutoGolf]

Considering your arthritis issues, Peter, I'd say your swing speed numbers are pretty darn good. And to your point, far too many folks go stiff to fit their egos rather than their swings, and ironically this choice is to the ultimate frustration and suffering of said egos... By the way - and perhaps I already mentioned this previously - you may be interested to know that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. For example, the outward flaring of both feet 10-20 degrees in our setup facilitates the proper amount of body-friendly, free-flowing hip turn back and through. This is a major power source, and it also keeps the club traveling on the correct path. If you were to square your feet so that they were perpendicular to the target line, then your hips would be impeded from turning sufficiently in the backswing (which would then inhibit the shoulders from executing a full and effortless turn), and from releasing properly in the downswing to propel the club through the zone. Restricting this action can cause a variety of path issues and/or also place strain on the lower back, lead knee, and the hip joints as the hips will "want" to move laterally and turn through into the finish but will be fighting the body in the process. Have you looked into the comprehensive, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish. Thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and their unsolicited testimonials tell the story quite well: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. The value in terms of what you get for the low price point is beyond comprehension, and based on proven results it represents by far the best golf instruction deal on the planet. And if you'd like to first "dip a toe in the water" prior to diving into the school, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that is delivering the referenced results. You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. Yes - this system is golf's version of the Fountain of Youth, and the results speak for themselves. 😎 Thanks for sharing your specs, thoughts, and challenges, and keep up the great work! Tom

[@peterhammer6915]

@@SagutoGolf Thnks for the answer, might give it a try. I am 66y already and after 15 years playing badminton on national top level and sport climbing / bouldering 30 years as a serious hobby, my right shoulder and elbow are done and dusted 🤣. Now want to focus on golf, as climbing is too hard for my upper body.

[@mikiherh]

I found both of you have a much shallower backswing than your downswing. Your behind waist take-away seems to be compensated by the steeper downswing trajectory, otherwise the club could possibly get stuck. I wonder how you get to control that and if you can elaborate a bit more. Thanks!

[@SagutoGolf]

That is not actually the case, and we must be keenly aware when watching golf swing videos of how much the camera angle can skew our perspective and thus cause us to unnecessarily dive down rabbit holes that in reality do not exist. The swing is a tilted circle (or arc, if we wish to get technical), the circumference of which extends from the ball to above and behind our shoulders. As such, if we are going to remain on that circle/arc it requires the hands and club to take a slightly inward path - not a disconnected handsy snatch or roll to the inside - just a natural tracing of the outer rim or circumference. The feeling of "straight back" can easily pull the golfer off of that preestablished geometry right from the start, and from there precise compensatory actions are necessary if there is any hope of returning the clubface to the ball on the proper path time after time. So rather than have to rely on "dropping it in the slot" the exact amount each and every swing, why not just put in the slot from the start and just keep it there?! We create depth in this swing, and that enables us to fully engage the shoulders and harness the tremendous power of swinging on an inclined arc courtesy of the seemingly effortless force known as "angular momentum" - where physics and geometry collide. Watch any Tour event on TV and you'll see a significant number of players executing these motions, a fact corroborated by just how many of them have their lead arms on or very close to their tilted shoulder planes, and their hands deep behind their trail shoulder at the top. And while I certainly have several videos that address this topic, a more structured option would be my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that has countless thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - now enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews Tom Saguto, PGA

[@dereknahrwold9302]

Yes sir, So it is true that I have struggled with a steep downswing and hands-involved backswing over time. My old habits have always been using my arms too much which built a very steep downswing for me, with a lot of early extension and poor use of the hips/not turning and clearing properly. In essence, for me, it is a shallower swing than what I've been used to doing for so many years (a.k.a. doing it the wrong way), but the steep angle on the way down is basically the beast I've been working on taking down, with the help of Tom. A lot of what we've worked on recently is mentioned in that precious video, the lesson on arm structure and takeaway. Hope that helps. -Derek N.

[@billgalante1181]

He's working with one of the best.

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks for that, Bill!! Tom

[@CameronColeman-v6l]

Damn Tom! been a while since I visited your channel, who is this guy!! Haircut looking fresh (nothing wrong with the fro!)

[@SagutoGolf]

LOL!! Welcome back, Cameron!! TS PS: If you find yourself craving the "fro", or the muttonchops, or any other previous iteration of Tom, rest assured that it all remains accessible n my channel's archives...😎

[@wesbilly]

Wouldn’t stiff shaft cut down on variables?

[@SagutoGolf]

It most definitely will not if the shaft isn't a good match for the golfer. A correctly fitted shaft makes all the difference. You want the shaft to respond to your swing - which helps you to eliminate variables - instead of trying to fit your swing to a poorly matched shaft -particularly one that is too stiff - and thereby introducing a new set of variables! Tom

[@71brucie]

I’m a basher so stiffer is straight, Senior is high flight. UST 65 Senior trying for Driver - easy distance 🎉

[@SagutoGolf]

Whatever we are, the key is in having equipment that is matched to our swing, and not vice versa.... Enjoy that easy distance!! TS

[@beranbr]

Weight is king. Finding the correct weight to maximize swing speed. Then use flex to fine tune spin, ball flight, and dispersion.

[@SagutoGolf]

Which is precisely why I defer to a professional fitter as documented in this episode from a few years ago! 😎: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqGVlGCljraFjKs

[@briansh242]

Crispy shots, nice stash.

[@SagutoGolf]

LOL! Thanks Brian!

[@bobbyfleming3863]

Where is your facility?

[@SagutoGolf]

This was filmed at Litchfield Country Club in Pawleys Island, SC, Bobby. TS

[@scottkintzing2514]

What is the loft of his 7 iron?

[@SagutoGolf]

Derek says it's 30 degrees, Scott. TS

[@scottkintzing2514]

@ good to know as I’m considering new clubs or maybe just new shafts if appropriate. I like the 925 Mizunos but the 7 iron is 28 degrees, that isn’t a 7 iron. 30 is a bit strong but I’d say more reasonable than 28 . Or does it really matter/ your thoughts on loft?

[@SagutoGolf]

Personal preference, Scott. My chief concern in this regard is that the gapping between clubs is appropriate so that you have a consistent average yardage differential from one club to the next. TS

[@rickvitolo7403]

Whip it, whip it real good. I caught that reference Tom

[@SagutoGolf]

LOL! Glad to see that someone is paying attention, Rick...😆😆 TS

[@Itsorloff]

I really like this student, he’s a great player with a great swing. Forgive me if I may ask Is he not much of a talker? He just seems stoic and apathetic on camera.

[@lifesaver3499]

Good students listen more than they talk. Give it a try.

[@SagutoGolf]

Derek talks when he has something of value to say. He was the student in this lesson, and as such he was in listen and learn mode. In contrast, have a look at this recent course vlog that he and I did together: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmSuYpeCac6sjqc Tom Saguto, PGA

[@badgrandpa3050]

Amazing, my shafts are definitely too stiff.

[@SagutoGolf]

Far too many in the amateur golf ranks are in the same boat, whether they know it or not. Kudos to you for recognizing this as a correctly fitted shaft does indeed make all the difference. You want the shaft to properly respond to your swing, instead of trying to fit your swing to a poorly matched shaft. Now, go out there and get yourself professionally fitted. You *_WILL_* thank yourself later!! Tom Saguto, PGA PS: By the way, since you are "Bad Grandpa" 😆😆, I would be remiss if I didn't mention that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. Have you looked into the comprehensive, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish. Thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result and their unsolicited testimonials tell the story quite well: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. The value in terms of what you get for the low price point is beyond comprehension, and based on proven results it represents by far the best golf instruction deal on the planet. And if you'd like to first "dip a toe in the water" prior to diving into the school, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that is delivering the referenced results. One does not need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. I hope you'll give the school some thought.

[@berniemiller1217]

I'm wondering if mine are to stiff now!!??

[@SagutoGolf]

A professional fitter will be able to tell you that within the first couple of minutes, Bernie, and if your shafts are not appropriate for your swing they then will get you dialed in. Think of the club fitter as your golf tailor, and consider a properly matched and fitted set like a well-tailored suit. "You're gonna like the way you look"....😆 My session with a professional fitter documented in the episode from a few years ago was a real eye opener for me: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqGVlGCljraFjKs Tom

[@initialsDVM]

teach me master

[@SagutoGolf]

LOL! Well, for a really good starting point to get you on the proper path towards consistently crispy ball striking bliss, here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker": go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that has countless thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - now enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews Tom

[@stevewagner1938]

I believe the swing speed, but the distance seems really exaggerated. On a Golfzon simulator I can get my 7 iron over 100 MPH but it maaaaybe goes over 200 yards with solid smash factor.

[@SagutoGolf]

I don't program the calculations being run by the Flightscope Mevo+, Steve, but there are other factors including the loft of the club (Derek's 7 iron is 30 degrees), the shaft dynamics, the head, the path, etc. Anyway, if you're getting your 7 iron up to 100+, then that's awesome and keep up the great work! Tom

[@jumanji1109]

It depends on the loft and technology. A Ping G 7 iron at 29 degrees and all the tech would go 220+ easy with 100mph swing speed… if you compress it hands forward. If you are hitting a 33-35 degree classic 7 iron, blade type, and you swing fast but manipulate the wrists to close the club face, adding dynamic loft… you might not go 180 at 100mph. I hit a Ping G 7 iron, day in and day out 190-195 carry, easy swing at 90-91mph, but I compress. And, less than 5’ rollout on New England greens. Too many variables, and the biggest being compression vs manipulation. Can swing both very fast and the compressed shot will go 10-12% further.

[@scottdixon1667]

Okay 30 degrees jacked game improvement makes more sense. He’s early extending too. ain’t no way he’s hitting a trad 7 iron 200 plus carry with that swing…I don’t care what shaft he has lol. I use 681 Titleist blades ( 36 degree 7 iron with x100’s) and cover the ball fully with compression, carrying 190 max.

[@scottdixon1667]

He’s going to struggle badly with longer clubs (5i and less) if he doesn’t fix that early extension/ handsy swing.

[@scottdixon1667]

My swing speed is mid 120’s mph

[@jackuzzi5251]

17:50 uhh ya.

[@SagutoGolf]

95.7 mph with a 7 iron and minimal effort. Indeed, why are we working so hard, Jack?...😎

[@bcwgobuffs1]

Oh... to be young and flexible again.

[@SagutoGolf]

Ah, but here's the thing: A significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. For example, the outward flaring of both feet 10-20 degrees in our setup facilitates the proper amount of body-friendly, free-flowing hip turn back and through. This is a major power source, and it also keeps the club traveling on the correct path. If you were to square your feet so that they were perpendicular to the target line, then your hips would be impeded from turning sufficiently in the backswing (which would then inhibit the shoulders from executing a full and effortless turn), and from releasing properly in the downswing to propel the club through the zone. Restricting this action can cause a variety of path issues and/or also place strain on the lower back, lead knee, and the hip joints as the hips will "want" to move laterally and turn through into the finish but will be fighting the body in the process. Have you looked into the comprehensive, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish. Thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and their unsolicited testimonials tell the story quite well: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. The value in terms of what you get for the low price point is beyond comprehension, and based on proven results it represents by far the best golf instruction deal on the planet. And if you'd like to first "dip a toe in the water" prior to diving into the school, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that is delivering the referenced results. One does not need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or my student Derek, or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. So yes - this swing system is golf's version of the Fountain of Youth, and the results speak for themselves. 😎 Tom Saguto, PGA

[@TheWallman456]

As a 50 year old man with herniated discs, I gave up golf for awhile because it hurt too much. I couldn’t even get 50 swings in a range session. Then a few years ago I picked up my old sand wedge and started using the free practice green near my house to chip and screw around and basically just get some fresh air. But then believe it or not, my physical therapist told me about the Tom Saguto “stack and tilt”, or “single plane” or preset everything at address or whatever you want to call it. I subscribed to your golf school and long story short, my 9 iron is now my 150 club and I’m consistently getting 175 with my 7 iron with a beautiful baby draw. I recently picked up a senior flex shaft on a driver and even though my swing speed is a little over 100 mph with the driver, the senior flex was easier to hit and I was getting more distance at the same speed. I will be getting that shaft as soon as I can afford it!

[@yeagsntoastable]

Cool. A Latin American gun runner teaching distance improvement. Nice

[@SagutoGolf]

Nope. A Sicilian teaching hitman skills is perhaps more accurate. 😎

[@zacharydmoser]

Lighter is faster

[@SagutoGolf]

Not necessarily, Zachary. I defer to professional fitters to determine the ideal equipment match as no two golfers are the same, and today's launch monitor technology enables them to really get us dialed in to the optimal head and shaft options.. If you care to watch, my fitting session documented in this episode from a few years ago was a real eye opener for me: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqGVlGCljraFjKs Tom Saguto, PGA

[@zacharydmoser]

@SagutoGolf Dale Earnhardt would have gone with lighter . A big reason you stiffen is for feel . The faster you swing you can lose feel, stiffer usually gave the feel back especially with steel but that equated usually to weight . Now with the new and progressing technology with composite shafts they are able to go lighter and stiffer now .

[@zacharydmoser]

Thanks for reply and link

[@arielluna4399]

👏👏👍💪💯

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks! I'm very glad to know that this episode resonated with you, and now that you are armed with this knowledge I hope you are able to use it to the betterment of your game! Tom Saguto, PGA PS: By the way, since my channel’s content is connecting well with you, I am confident that you will also benefit from my recently updated FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that has countless thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - now enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews

[@themotivationalgolfer]

He should learn leverage...