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Ferris Wheel and The Perfect Golf Swing
Ferris Wheel and The Perfect Golf Swing
Authored by: Brady
Posted on: 3 May 2026

A student named Jim Wiley sent in a comment that stopped Surge in his tracks — and it's worth sharing with every golfer who's ever struggled with consistency.

Jim made the case that a more vertical swing is easier to repeat because it removes one of the trickiest timing requirements in the rotational swing: squaring the clubface at impact. He backed it up with three analogies. Bowling — try taking the ball around your body and releasing at exactly the right moment. Rock skipping — go straight back and through, or good luck controlling where it lands. And landing a plane approaching the runway from the side, having to time your turn perfectly just before touchdown - known as crabbing. All three hit home, but that last one is especially sharp. The plane is still moving fast. So are you at impact — accelerating as hard as... Read More

Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 11 September 2014
Comments: 26
I want to first start by saying that I have been really impressed over the last year or so during my time with students at golf schools and lessons. The sheer amount of knowledge that is displayed at... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 3 September 2014
Comments: 8
One of the great things about a vertical golf swing is that it allows you to maintain equal pressure in each hand throughout the entirety of the swing. That's because your arms and hands go straight... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 28 August 2014
Comments: 5
Jack Nicklaus has recently started to endorse a type of grip that has counterweights built right into them. Obviously, being perhaps the greatest player of all time, Mr. Nicklaus holds a ton of... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 22 August 2014
Comments: 23
The setup determines the motion. I've said that for years, and it's absolutely true. But, the takeaway determines the backswing, so it's important to understand exactly how to start your swing once... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 14 August 2014
Comments: 7
If you've finally decided that you want to take your game to the next level and purchase custom fit golf clubs, it's safe to say that one of the most important things (if not the most important) to... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 8 August 2014
Comments: 7
Welcome to another edition of our Google Hangouts-On-Air with Don. This Hangout features Doc once again. Don and Doc cover several topics during recording to include Swing Surgeon Custom Clubs, Don's... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 6 August 2014
Comments: 20
Today's video talks about an element of the setup that often gets overlooked. In the Peak Performance Golf Swing, we are slightly behind the ball at impact. That means your nose needs to be at the... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 1 August 2014
Comments: 27
The game of golf is seeing participation drop all across the world. Golf courses and clubs are struggling to stay open and overall rounds played are way down. What could be the cause of all this?... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 27 July 2014
Comments: 10
PPGS Certified Fitter, Frank Stranick was kind enough to shoot some videos on club fitting while I'm recovering from surgery. Frank is very knowledgable about all things related to custom golf clubs... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 24 July 2014
Comments: 17
Hello Surge Nation! Have the golf courses been kind to you so far this summer? I'd be willing to bet that some of you just hesitated when thinking about the answer, which means you're probably not... Read More