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Widen your stance on a severe downslope for balance

On a severe slope, use a very wide stance, even wider than a driver stance. This width helps you get balanced with the slope and set your shoulders with it. It is easy to lose balance when going after these shots, so the wider stance helps.

Channel: Dan Grieve

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Wedge shot from a steep downslope on the last hole.