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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: 16 January 2013
Comments: 19
Today's question wasn't accompanied by a name, but it's a really good topic that I want to go over anyway. It has to do with the left arm position and the proper mechanics of the elbows during the... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 13 January 2013
Comments: 88
I received two emails from a gentleman named Walt who is convinced that I cock my wrists during the swing. I got these emails awhile ago, but wanted to wait until the right time to release the video... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 12 January 2013
Comments: 7
Having a proper takeaway is very important because it involves the first movements of the actual swing. Even if you are set up correctly, a bad takeaway can ruin your results very easily.  I recently... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 11 January 2013
Comments: 25
I've often used the acronym NOB when discussing head position in the setup. It stands for Nose Over Ball. But, I've had to rethink this because I believe it's sending out the wrong message. Curtis... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 10 January 2013
Comments: 29
The trademark of the Peak Performance Golf Swing is our setup position with wide knees, outward pressure. It's an easy way to spot a Surgite on the range or the golf course. But, do you know what... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 8 January 2013
Comments: 28
If you have a tendency to hit the ball to the right or pull it to the left, it means you've got an issue with your clubface position at impact. It's either open at impact or shut. Neither is a recipe... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 6 January 2013
Comments: 36
If you have trouble topping the ball, there's most likely an issue with your spine angle at some point in the swing. Too much movement can make getting back to a solid impact position really tricky.... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 5 January 2013
Comments: 34
There has been some confusion regarding the proper vertical position of the club at the top of the backswing. I recently published a daily titled, Picture Worth A Million Words. The picture on that... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 4 January 2013
Comments: 11
I really think Enlow Grips are a great product. I wouldn't promote them on the website if I thought anything else. But, I received an email that asked why I don't use them on every club in my bag.  I... Read More
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 3 January 2013
Comments: 29
A pre-shot routine is something that should come naturally due to repetitive practice. It's what starts the path to consistent golf. Steve McGee sent in his question via the blog. He wanted to know... Read More