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Face Angle @ Half-Back
What is Face Angle @ Half-Back?
This parameter measures the face angle at the half-back position. Half-back refers to the position in the backswing when the shaft becomes parallel with the ground for the first time. Face angle at half-back is measured relative to the vertical, and is 0° when the toe points straight up. The farther downward the toe points, the more closed the club face.
What should Face Angle @ Half-Back be?
Different golfers prefer different face angles at half-back. A good rule of thumb is that the leading edge of your club face should lie parallel to your spine. This typically reads around 30° to 40° closed at half-back. When you find the angle for each club that results in solid hits, groove that value.