has anyone tried the spped stick? see links http://www.eagleusagolf.com/proshop/makers...peed_stk_e.html

I would like to give it a try to see if I'm losing SS somewhere in my swing.

I wonder how much they pay VJ to endorse this..

I've been using one for three weeks now. When I first got it, my swing speed was averaging between 103 and 105 on both the Beltronics radar that I have and on the Speedstik. I've done the drills that are on the Speedstik website every day except one. I'm now getting between 115 and 120 on the Speedstik and my lowest swing speed on the radar is usually 108. Once in awhile I crack 120 and also have those low 105s show up just to keep me trying.

The biggest mistake you can make is to think you should swing as hard and fast with a golf club as you do with the Speedstik. Keep swinging the same way you normally do and the speed improvements you get from the Speedstik will naturally show up in your swing.

It has really taught me how to release the club through impact. I'm a lot more relaxed than I was before I started the drills. I was feeling like every muscle in my body was flexing when I got to impact. Now, all I'm doing is thinking about speed and balance.

You can try http://www.gppgolf.com and see if they are still selling it for $79. I've also heard if you offer them $72 or $73 it will accept the bid.

the thing works.. been using one for 2mnths now and really see some improvement. got hooked from a friend who is a teaching pro- one day after hitting balls he says - look try this thing - i may have wasted $100 - up late watching golf info mercials- but after a few swings i said - well it realy feels nice- really gievs you a sense of the club through the swing.. and this is anything is what i have gotten better with.. keeping a better swing plane and also heloing in a weight transfer - or hitting through the ball at impact. i have raised my overall swing speed some but not huge numbers.. went from a constant 105-108 to a more consistant 110-112.. but itting more solid shots.. so i see this thing as a better swing teacher than overall speed increase.. of course i already work out and keep in decent shape -- so someone who does no exercise will see more of a improvement in swing speed..

thanks a lot guys. mabe i give it a try and i will let you know my impressions.

Ken,

What drills are you doing ?

Thanks guys i am gettin one now my swing speed is only about 100 :-)

Hunter

ya i hope to buy one soon too

I have one, and use it quite a bit. Here's my review:


PREFACE: I've been watching the informercials on Golf Channel, as well as reading golf forum posts about the validity of the SpeedStik. While it seemed like a gimmick at first, I was awe-struck by watching Vijay Singh smoothly and powerfully swinging this stik on the informercial. It appeared that this device could help smooth out my tempo, help warmup before a round, and enhance certain drills and swing tips. Once I found a good deal for a used one (it was virtually brand new once I received it), I found the results very satisfying:

FIRST THOUGHTS: My first reaction to the Stik was that it wasn't as heavy as I thought. Even though I had the red Stik (25 oz, for people over 175 lbs, while the blue stik is 20 oz.), I had the impression in my mind that the Stik would be MUCH heavier than it is. The stik seems to be pretty neutrally balanced, rather than being D2/D3/etc. weighted, as a golf club would be. I wonder if that would be a concern later. A Warning - be careful when using the Stik indoors - it left a 5" long red paint mark on my carpet, that was VERY difficult to remove! The paintjob on the Stik is obviously not the highest quality in the world.

SPEED GAUGE: Many people have posted about the inaccuracy of the gauge. Some people think it read too generously, others report it's too slow. My experience was that the gauge is MUCH slower than my actual swingspeed, by 5 mph or more. But.......it does seem to give you a relavant comparison to how hard/fast you swing. As others have mentioned - the gauge is not a good indicator of true swingspeed, but rather a barometer/measuring device to measure your progress. Interestingly, the gauge contains a small metal weight that pushes down the little piece of foam. It also is removable for replacement in the event of wear or damage. The little 'window' causes a "whistling" noise as you swing the Stik, which causes everyone near you on the range to look at your and wonder what you're doing!

USAGE & DRILLS: The included DVD shows several drills, stretches, and other uses for the Stik. The SpeedStik website has a downloadable .pdf file for additional instructions and drills. One of the most interesting thoughts was to make BOTH LEFT and RIGHT-handed swings, to balance out the forces in your body. Other drills include swinging horizontally (like a baseball bat), half-swings, and slow-motion swings to stretch and warmup, as well as various interesting stretches that utilize the Stik. An instructor taught me to always swing the Stik about 6"-10" above the ground, which helps keep your swing on plane (and avoids the red paint marks on your carpet!).

My primary desire for using the Stik was to help warmup, develop a smoother tempo, and also keep my shaft on the proper plane during my DOWNswing. While I've only used the Stik for a short time, I've found that the length of the Stik, and the heavier weight help to smooth out your swing tremendously. When doing the Left-sided swing, it feels very unusual at first, but you can immediately feel your body's weight shift, swingplane, and the proper release of the clubhead through the impact zone. When you switch back to a Right-sided swing, you can feel your body's weight transfer immediately.

One interesting thing I've noticed is that when you switch back to your normal golf club, the club feels VERY light, and you can really feel the clubhead coming down on-plane, and releasing through the impact zone. This is the major benefit of the Stik (to me).

RESULTS & SUMMARY: The Stik will not cure all your swing ills, and I feel it is very overpriced at full retail. However - I like having this addition to my golf equipment, and I feel that it has helped smooth my tempo, gain a little swingspeed, and enable me to feel a proper swingplane during Drives off the Teebox, Fairway woods, and Long irons. Lately - my Driving has become much better, possibly due to some work with the Stik, but also practice, lessons, and frequent playing. Just in the short time I've been using the Stik, I've had some VERY powerful drives, very pure iron shots, and I can feel a very strong weight transfer towards the target. In short - it's one of the best golf aids that I've discovered, especially if you're attempting to smooth your swing tempo. However - I feel that a 25 oz. weighted (perhaps with lead tape) PVC pipe, broomstick, or some other pole of that nature would accomplish the same goal. It would make an interesting experiment!
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i think VJ may actually use it, i have seen many pics of him at the range with the speed sticks next to his bag. and these were not pics taken by the media they were from one of my friends at a tournoment.

any new reviews on the speed stik?

can anyone compare the spped stick w/ momentus? other than the added speed gauge? thanks in advance for your input.

I love it great to get your swing speed up and also helps for streaching.
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Here is my review of the Black "Macho" Speedstik

32oz - 48" - 140 mph

My Review

I have been using it for 2 month for about 10 minutes a day and all I can say is WOW, Thank you Juan Elizondo.

This Black version is the same model Juan gave to Tiger at this years WGC event in AZ that he won)