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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: 26 November 2013
Comments: 10
Would you rather be faced with a 100 yard shot from the deep rough or a 150 yard shot from the middle of the fairway? Well, if you're anything like me, you prefer to hit your approach shots from the... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 24 November 2013
Comments: 23
Recently, there was a request sent my way to see the Peak Performance Golf Swing in slow motion. Peter Bausek thinks that seeing some slow motion swings would help him understand the PPGS a little... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 22 November 2013
Comments: 2
Since you read the daily video blog, you're dedicated to becoming a better golfer and learning more about the Peak Performance Golf Swing. Actually, maybe you just really like hearing me talk! Either... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 20 November 2013
Comments: 29
Do you struggle to hit your 3 wood high? Since the air obviously has less resistence than the ground, it's important to be able to get the ball up, especially if there is any sort of forced carry. ... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 19 November 2013
Comments: 18
Whenever someone who has never heard of the Peak Performance Golf Swing hears the term limited turn, 3/4 backswing, they are usually skeptical and even a little confused. They've been taught to swing... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 17 November 2013
Comments: 25
I'm going to spend today discussing the location of the catcher's mitt. If you're new to the site, today's daily video will also serve as an introduction to the proper takeaway of the Peak... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 15 November 2013
Comments: 6
Today I'm going to share some stories that have been sent in over the last couple months. They all have to do with golfers who have found success after switching to the Peak Performance Golf Swing. ... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 14 November 2013
Comments: 23
Your golf ball is the only piece of golf equipment that gets used on every shot. That's why it needs to compliment your game, so you can get the most out of each shot. With so many different types of... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 12 November 2013
Comments: 6
The key definition of the Peak Performance Golf Swing is that it's a little bit of turn, with a lot of lift. But, just exactly how much lift should there be? Duncan sent in a question about this... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 10 November 2013
Comments: 17
Your pre-shot routine is important for a variety of different reasons, one of which is your alignment. Everyone has to walk in to the ball before they take a swing, so you must be lined up correctly... Read More