Stack and Tilt: The Golf Swing With a Difference

Monday, September 28th, 2009 at 5:12 pm

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Stack and Tilt

If you have been playing golf for any period of time, you may believe that there is nothing new under the sun. However, experts and coaches periodically buck conventional wisdom and come up with new techniques. In 2007, golf coaches Andy Plummer and Mike Bennet introduced a new technique that has come to be known as the stack and tilt swing. You might not completely understand the fundamental differences between the traditional swing and this one. You also may be wondering if applying the technique can improve your own game.

In a "normal" swing your weight transfers to the back foot during the backswing. This new stack and tilt swing, in contrast, encourages you to straighten the back leg and keep your weight towards the front and actually lean into your swing as the club impacts the ball. In practice, it looks much like the reverse pivot. This completely goes against the norm but generally, if you compare amateur golfers, no two swings are identical anyway.

Can this controversial new take on the swing help you to lower your handicap? The easy answer to that is of course. It’s always possible to improve and this swing may very well help you to correct some of the weaknesses in your game. The swing does a few things. A properly executed stack and tilt results in a steeper approach and a lower trajectory. It also generally produces a flatter swing. You may like to give this swig a go unless, of course, your swing is already great. However, it is also clear that this swing can be quite difficult to learn. It may be hard to teach an old dog new tricks but perseverence is key. If you are already familiar with a standard swing, it may be very hard for your body to adjust. Your game will probably suffer in the meantime, but it can be done with plenty of practice.

In the golf world theories and opinions vary widely. Of course, not every golfer needs the stack and tilt method but for many it can provide the boost they need. Tiger Woods, for example, uses a very traditional swing. And, like the saying goes, if it isn’t broken, don’t fix it. If your current swing is working for you, you may want to stick with what you know.

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