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The Spin Axis - Golf Podcast

The Spin Axis - Golf Podcast

By: Erik J. Barzeski Tyson Deskins Jayson Nickol
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Summary

 The Spin Axis is a conversation among golf coaches and instructors. We discuss the latest in teaching methods and techniques, equipment, training aids, and technology. Episodes are 20 minutes or shorter so you can listen to an entire episode on your way to work (or the course).© 2025 The Spin Axis Podcast Golf
Episodes
  • 062: Michael Neff on the GEARS “Nipper Curve” and Lie Angle

    062: Michael Neff on the GEARS “Nipper Curve” and Lie Angle
    May 12 2026

    This episode features Michael Neff, founder of GEARS Golf, to explain the “GEARS (né Nipper) Curve” and how dynamic lie angle changes as a result of droop, and how that affects ball flight. The discussion centers on why traditional lie angles may not work for your game, and shares with listeners a simple test to explain how you can find your optimal lie angle — for ALL of your irons — in a few minutes. If you pull your wedges and push your longer irons, this episode is for you. Michael shares insights into why more fitters haven’t fully adopted these concepts and real-world, Tour-tested feedback. The result is a deeper understanding of how club delivery and equipment interact to influence direction and consistency.

    Hosts: Erik J. Barzeski, Jayson Nickol, Tyson Deskins

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    24 mins
  • 061: Mailbag #3 — AI, Zero-Torque Putters, Lead Foot Action, and How Good is Instruction Today?

    061: Mailbag #3 — AI, Zero-Torque Putters, Lead Foot Action, and How Good is Instruction Today?
    May 5 2026

    In this mailbag episode, Erik, Jayson, and Tyson tackle a wide range of listener questions, starting with how AI tools are beginning to influence golf instruction and where they help or fall short. They discuss how instructors decide how much information to give students to provide clarity without overload. The crew also shares thoughts on the growing interest in zero-torque putters and breaks down the eye-catching lead foot action seen in some elite players, explaining whether it’s a cause of speed or simply a byproduct. The episode wraps with an honest discussion about the landscape of golf instruction today and how players can find coaching that actually helps them improve.

    Hosts: Erik J. Barzeski, Jayson Nickol, Tyson Deskins

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    26 mins
  • 060: Transitioning from Indoor Golf to the Course

    060: Transitioning from Indoor Golf to the Course
    Apr 28 2026
    How do you take your indoor swing to the golf course without losing performance? In this episode, Erik, Jayson, and Tyson answer a listener question about balancing swing changes with scoring once the season moves outside. They discuss why contact and low-point control are often the first challenges for golfers used to hitting off mats, how to recalibrate distance wedges and green speeds, and why short game preparation is critical early in the season. The crew also tackles the common dilemma: fix your swing on the range that day or play what you brought to the course… and why the answer often depends on context. The focus is on managing expectations, avoiding big numbers, and gradually blending improvement with performance.

    Hosts: Erik J. Barzeski, Jayson Nickol, Tyson Deskins

    Sponsor: Cobalt Golf (https://cobalt-golf.com/) – Save 10% with the code “SPINAXIS”!

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    20 mins
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