The DivotMat is a swing training aid that maps out your swing path as you make contact with the target golf ball images on specially printed paper. The paper records a "fingerprint" of your swing that can be analyzed identifying problems such as swinging over the top, hitting heavy shots, and others. The aid consists of a polycaronate base with patented paper that records a precise mark left by your swing. The mark represents an a divot that your swing would make if on a fairway. These marks provide instant feedback on your swing. The DivotMat System costs $39.95 and includes: One DivotMat base, DivotSheets with over 250 golf ball impressions, a DivotMark Guide, complete printed instructions, and a CD-ROM video demonstration. Replacement packs of 250 ball impression DivotSheets (buckets) are only $9.95. The DivotMat is manufactured in the USA and each purchase comes with a 45-day money back guarantee for any reason.

Comments on Use:

• The system was simple to set up and use with detailed instructions that were easy to understand.
• The device provided instant feedback as to swing path direction at the time of impact.
• Good alternative to hitting golf balls indoors into a net providing detailed feedback.
• Hitting board is extemely durable.
• It took some adjustment getting used to hitting the two-dimensional "golf ball" images in order to produce a realistic mark. We recommend using initially with wiffle golf balls until you get used to hitting the "golf ball" image.
• From the image below and right, one of our test "fingerprints" indicates a swing the is slightly outside to in and a little heavy.

Summary:

We found that the DivotMat System provides excellent feedback regarding your swing path. We have all at one time or another hit a shot from the fairway and "read" our divots looking for answers to why our swings produce the shots that they do. The DivotMat provides these answers without having to go to the course or range. We liked the fact that we could get direct evidence of our swing path at the point of impact. We feel that this training aid would be very useful during the winter months when golfers are not playing as much and would like to keep their swings sharp. Adding this to your daily swing path training allows for additional feedback without having to hit golf balls. We recommend complimenting your regular practice routine with the DivotMat to measure and check your swing path.

For additional information on the DivotMat, visit their website at www.divotmat.com or call toll-free at 1-888-94DIVOT.

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