Shaft Lean @ Impact

What is Shaft Lean @ Impact?

Shaft lean is a measure of how far the hands are pressed forward or backward at impact. A forward shaft lean indicates that the hands were ahead of the ball. A backward shaft lean indicates the hands were behind the ball. Shaft lean is defined as the angle from the club shaft to the vertical. 

What should Shaft Lean @ Impact be?

The proper shaft lean at address varies with club, player, and shot type.  It is common for short irons and wedges to have a small forward shaft lean. Mid irons tend to be around 0°, while long irons and woods often have a small backward shaft lean.

The driver, however, generally has a slight backward shaft lean at impact. This helps promote a sweeping of the ball off the tee at the optimum launch angle. Make sure you groove your Shaft Lean @ Impact to make your ball strikes solid and repeatable.