Using The Chi Putt

Long putts are difficult for many
golfers because of the length of
the stroke, it is much longer than
can be comfortably achieved.

In addition, they dont get a good
view of the ball because they are
in their putting crouch, and it is
difficult to judge distance
accurately.

Golfer Dave Pelz has developed a
shot called the "Chiputt", this
shot combines the best of the chip
and putt qualities.

Standing tall, nearly straight, is
one of the usual techniques called
for in chipping. This makes it
easy to judge distance and see the
hole while getting a sense of line
for the shot.

It allows a smooth, long swing
which sends the ball the correct
distance. Chip shots are made
from the back of your stance,
causing the ball to come off low
and with power.

The chiputt starts with a tall
stance, and doing the same thing
with it makes rolling the ball a
long distance easier.

Hold your putter as you would when
making a ship shot. Dont crouch
as in a putting stance, put feet
together with a small space
between them, you aim left of the
hole.

Place the ball halfway between the
ankles, since your feet are closer
together, its is back in your
stance, which is behind your
breastbone.

Leading the clubhead with your
hands, make a long, rhythmic
stroke into the ball. You may
want to allow the body to turn
slightly during long putts to
maintain a natural rhythm.

As with any new shot in golf,
practice it a lot before putting
it to use in your game, you will
find that it is quite effective
once you have learned its use.

This is also a great shot when you
are off the green with short
grass, fairway and putting surface
the only thing between you and the
hole.