Golf Tips: Golfing in the Rain

I’m going to let you in on a little secret… golfing in the rain (or any form of bad weather) can make you a better golfer.  The typical golfer is steadfast about trying to avoid the cold and wet sogginess of a rainy day on the golf course but you’re holding yourself back.   I believe you're limiting your abilities and you’re not taking advantage of some of the most fun you’ll ever have. Golfing in the rain may be wet and cold but remember, it’s just rain.  Simply put, if you played the same handful of courses every single day for a year and every single day was a perfect bluebird and warm day you will not stand a chance when the elements do hit. Okay… I’ve convinced you. The sky is turning a dark gray and the drizzle has started to fall.  Grab that golf rain suit you have tucked in the back of your closet and your golf cart poncho and let’s get them some good use. First, rainy days tend to make for a quiet clubhouse.  While others avoid the challenge you can certainly take advantage of no slow play in front of you and because the course may be a bit desolate the pro shop may even let you hop on for free or at a discount.  Worth asking!  … do be sure to stock up on your on-course drinks though because chances are the bev cart isn’t going to be roaming around making deliveries. First approach to the green remember me whispering in your ear, “Go for the flag.”  Why?  Whether you’ve mastered the backspin or tend to have some long roll once hitting the green that’s not going to happen today.  Soggy greens mean you can absolutely without a doubt go for the flag.  The ball is going to stick or roll just a tiny bit at most. Once on the green, and it’s probably one you’ve played a zillion times, the now sticky surface has created a whole new set of undulations, roll, speed and slope.  …and like that, you have a whole new golf course to challenge your game. That goes for the entire golf course!  Branches on trees are hanging lower or blowing harder from the wind, the sand is a bit thicker in the bunkers, the rough seems to hold your ball more, and thanks to the wetness falling from the sky your drives are also not going to have the same amount of flight you’re used to.  Accept the challenge and roll with it. Don’t you feel like a kid again?  No one is telling you to stop splashing in puddles and instructing you to come indoors.  A good day in the rain can be a fun experience all the while helping you challenge your golf game. …and let’s not forget, Scotland is most likely on your golf bucket list.  If you want to go someday expect there to be some rain and wind (if not a lot of it). Practice now, succeed later. What are your words of wisdom to having a solid round of golf in the rain? Share below in the comments or read what others are saying below. [embed]https://youtu.be/sKn16JYV1As[/embed]