Hard Sand

Hard Sand
Thank you Phil for requesting this video. He writes:
'Hi Glen & Steve, any chance of a video on how to get out of a green-side bunker under the following conditions:
sand is not dry but 'gluey', after heavy rain
bunker has a hard base
particularly when the pin is short-sided
I find that I regularly middle the ball in these conditions and either stay in the bunker or hit it over the green. Should I be using a club with less bounce than I normally would eg change from a sand wedge to a lob wedge to get it out properly?'
Well, we haven't covered that 'gluey' bunker in this video, one for the future.
Firm or wet sand often confuses golfers, because the normal rules don't apply.
Our normally effective technique out of the sand, would be to play with plenty of bounce (sole) on the sand wedge. We might lay the clubface back or even open it up some.
However, with a firm base under the ball, you're likely to 'bounce' off that surface and into the ball! You're now flying right over the green!
Glen shows you a couple of options, which help you to understand the nuances of different sand, and to get out first time.
Many bunkers vary in sand depth, texture and resistance, so it's important to treat each bunker shot on its merits. Be prepared for whatever the golf course can throw at you.
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[@jpm7049]

Very clever! I only use higher bounce wedges so have to hit down on it out of firm traps, which helps.. but the heel first technique you mentioned gives it that much needed higher ball flight. Thanks!

[@AussieGolfPros]

Good Choice! Bounce is your friend! Thanks so much for your feedback. The weather is warming up so lookout for a bunch of new videos soon.

[@atb2003]

Best tip I’ve seen…taking the heel of the club into the sand first… oh how I’ve struggled with hard sand; most city courses do not have very much sand therefore they are usually hard pan

[@AussieGolfPros]

Thanks atb! Glad we could help. It’s a great shot saver. Cheers

[@johnschwartz1536]

Excellent video on hard or compacted bunkers shots Glen! Since I play publinx courses, sand maintenance is not a priority; so, I find myself hitting a lot of these kind of shots. I do use the sand wedge as you suggested and PW or nine iron for longer shots. I'll definitely instill this into my subconscious for later retrieval.

[@AussieGolfPros]

You’re on the right track John. Thanks for watching.

[@Labgorilla]

Played on a course with hard compacted sand. Was doing well until I hit my first bunker on the 16th. I’d never faced one and was clueless. The squared face makes perfect sense. Wish I thought of that when I was playing.

[@AussieGolfPros]

Never too late! Thank you for watching. We look forward to hearing how you get on. Cheers

[@pubmeatman]

Good stuff. Especially the second technique. Gonna give it a try.

[@AussieGolfPros]

Thanks Jeff. We’re confident your bunker play is set to improve and look forward to hearing from you.

[@garyinderry]

I've developed a similar type shot as we have alot of wet bunkers in ireland. I lay it open. Lower my hands to get the loft pointing at the target and also have some shaft lean. Throw the heel into the sand. My wide sole k grind vokey kicks into play and lofts the ball out high and soft.

[@AussieGolfPros]

Sounds like you have the shot down pat Gary. Thank you for subscribing.

[@wayneball9079]

You didn’t teach me that during our bunker lesson 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 keep the vids coming glen.

[@AussieGolfPros]

🤣😂 We haven’t had many wet days this year! Next time Bally! Thanks mate.

[@OzCats]

Hey Glen, Thanks for the video just a question, ball position for these shots? The same for a normal bunker shot?
Cheers
Joe

[@AussieGolfPros]

OzCats Yes Joe. I normally place the ball just forward in my stance for bunker shots, or opposite my heart. It is definitely further away from me. Thanks for watching.

[@Joe-vi4my]

@@AussieGolfPros Many thanks Glen. Really enjoying the videos 👍👍

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