Spencer Lanoue

Spencer has been playing golf since he was a kid and has spent a lifetime chasing improvement. With over a decade of experience building successful tech products, he combined his love for golf and startups to create Caddie AI - the world's best AI golf app. Giving everyone an expert level coach in your pocket, available 24/7. Caddie's mission is simple: make world-class golf advice accessible to everyone, anytime.

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How to Use the Precision Impact Golf Training Aid

The Precision Impact training aid is built to teach you the single most important moment in your golf swing: the split-second of impact. Mastering this single moment is the fastest way to achieve consistent, pure contact. This guide provides a complete tutorial, walking you through everything from initial setup to advanced drills, so you can start compressing the golf ball and feeling what a professional-quality strike is really like.

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How to Replace Golf Spikes

The feeling of a foot slipping mid-swing is one of the worst sensations in golf, robbing you of power, balance, and all hope of a solid strike. The fix is often sitting right on the bottom of your shoes. This guide will walk you through exactly how to replace your golf spikes, turning an ignored chore into a simple and satisfying task that immediately improves your game.

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How to Glue a Golf Club Head Back On

There's a unique and awful sound every golfer dreads - not a slice into the woods, but the hollow <em>thwack</em> followed by silence as your club head flies off, landing depressingly further than your ball. It’s a frustrating moment, but it doesn't have to mean the end for your trusted club. Repairing it yourself is not only possible but also surprisingly straightforward when you know the right steps. This guide will walk you through the entire process, from prepping the club to applying the adhesive, so you can get that favorite driver or iron back in your bag and ready for action.

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How to Explain a Golf Handicap

A golf handicap is your portable, numerical measure of skill that levels the playing field, making a game between a seasoned pro and a weekend warrior genuinely fair. This article breaks down exactly what a handicap is, how it’s calculated in simple terms, and how you can use it to not only compete but also to track your own improvement in the greatest game ever played.

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How to Stop Slicing to the Right in Golf

That weak, frustrating slice that sends your ball curving hard to the right isn't just a physical issue, it feels personal. I know because I see it with golfers every single day. The good news is that a slice is almost always caused by the same one or two issues, and fixing it is entirely possible. This article will show you exactly what causes that slice and give you a series of straightforward, actionable steps and drills to turn that banana-ball into a powerful, straight shot - or even a gentle draw.

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How to Buff Golf Clubs

Seeing your trusted irons gleaming in the sun can give you a shot of confidence you can't buy off the shelf. Buffing your golf clubs is a truly satisfying process that can erase months, or even years, of wear and tear, restoring that brilliant, mirrored finish they had on day one. This guide will walk you through the entire process, from gathering the right tools to applying the final polish, so you can bring that like-new luster back to your favorite clubs.

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How to Play Bogey Golf

Shooting a 90 on the golf course is a major milestone, and playing bogey golf is the roadmap to get there. This isn't about crushing every drive or sticking every approach shot, it's a completely different way to play the game, rooted in smart strategy and disciplined decision-making. This article will give you the practical, on-course plan to break 90 consistently by embracing the art of the bogey.

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How to Make Golf Irons Look New

Pulling a gleaming, pristine iron from your bag feels infinitely better than grabbing one caked with last month's mud and grass. Making your golf irons look and feel brand new is easier than you might think, and it goes beyond simple appearances - it restores their performance and your confidence. This guide will walk you through everything from a proper deep clean to advanced restoration techniques like polishing, rust removal, and even reapplying custom paint fill.

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How to Spin a Golf Shot

Perfectly controlling your golf ball, making it dance and stop on a dime, is one of the most satisfying skills in the game. That sharp-stopping wedge or curving shot around a tree isn't just for the pros, with the right understanding and technique, you can learn to generate consistent, predictable spin. This guide will walk you through the fundamentals of creating both stop-on-a-dime backspin with your wedges and intentional sidespin for shaping your shots.

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How to Oil Can Finish a Golf Club

Giving your raw wedges that gorgeous, deep, and slightly rustic oil can finish is one of the most satisfying customization projects a golfer can undertake. Far from being just about looks, this process connects you to a long tradition of golf club craftsmanship. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know, from the tools required to a detailed, step-by-step process for safely creating that beautiful, professional finish at home.

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How to Properly Golf

Learning how to swing a golf club properly is about understanding a few fundamental movements that build power, accuracy, and consistency. This guide will walk you through the entire process, breaking down the grip, stance, and swing into simple, actionable steps. We will cover everything you need to build a solid foundation for your game, from how to hold the club to the finish position.

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How to Generate Speed in a Golf Swing

If you want to hit the ball farther, you need more speed. It’s that simple. While many golfers make the mistake of wildly swinging their arms, true speed is a product of efficient movement, proper sequencing, and using your body as a high-performance engine. This guide will walk you through the correct mechanics to unlock your swing’s hidden power, giving you actionable steps to generate more clubhead speed and send the ball flying.

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