Dynamic Lie at Impact: Fix Toe/Heel Digging with the Right Lie Angle (7-iron ≈63°)
Dynamic lie is how upright the club is at impact. Toe digging pushes; heel digging pulls. A fitter sets the right lie (7-iron ~63°) using TrackMan + visuals to center strikes and tighten start lines.
Key Points
Purpose of Dynamic Lie:
It's the angle of the club at impact, and for a 7-iron, the optimal dynamic lie is around 63°. Anything significantly off can affect turf interaction and shot direction.
Impact of Incorrect Lie Angle:
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If the toe digs into the ground (like in Adam’s case with a dynamic lie of 65.5°), it can cause toe strikes and pushes to the right.
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If the heel digs (common with pullers), it can cause heel strikes and pulls/hooks.
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Pushers vs Pullers:
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A pusher stops rotating their body and extends the trail arm, raising the handle and leading to the toe digging. They typically need a more upright lie angle.
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A puller keeps the trail arm flexed, pulls the club with their chest, lowers the handle, and causes the heel to dig. They typically need a flatter lie angle.
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Why It Matters:
Correct dynamic lie ensures better turf interaction, center-face contact, and consistent start lines, which lead to more accurate and longer shots.
Custom Fitting Application: Fitting should consider both data (like TrackMan) and visual movement patterns to dial in lie angle for cleaner strikes and optimized performance.
