In Search of the Greatest Golf Swing : Chasing the Legend of Mike Austin, the Man Who Launched the World's Longest Drive, Grabbed Life by the Throat and Taught Me to Hit Like a Pro

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Summary: In Search of the Greatest Golf Swing
Review: This book was fascinating. As an avid golfer, I am always searching through golf magazines and books for some magic kernel of information or instruction that would straighten out my golfing woes. This book was an exciting find because it offered intriguing information about a swing technique and body mechanics I had not heard of or read about before. The book was so enjoyable because it is not a technical manual but a colorful account of Mike Austin; golf legend, inventor and the Guinness World record holder for the longest drive (515 yards). Mike accomplished this feat in a 1974 tournament with a persimmon, steal shafted driver at the age of 64. Mike divulges some of the secrets he employed in his golf swing to unleash unbelievable power, distance and accuracy. Phil Reed captures some of Mike's incredible life adventures that most of us only dream about. Mike's talents and larger than life exploits seem endless. In writing this book, Phil gave to those who love golf, a great story of a man who lived life large.

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Summary: Great Book!!!
Review: This is a must read for ANYONE interested in golf. The story of the legendary Mike Austin is truly remarkable....from hitting long drives with Bobby Jones to his exploits with Errol Flynn...this is a must read. This book deals with Philip Reed and his quest for a 300 yard drive. He comes upon Mike Austin who has driven the ball 512 yards in a PGA event! The longest drive ever recorded! I think it may be the best golf biography I have ever read. If you are interested in Mike's technique (which is unorthodox....to say the least) get Dan Shauger's book How To Kill Ball....you won't be disappointed.

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Summary: Fantastic Read!
Review: This is a wonderful book about a relationship that begins as golfer and teacher and later develops into friendship. I've been interested in Mike Austin since I discovered that he taught Mike Dunaway, a former world long drive champion, how to swing. Although Mike Austin's videos provide incredible golf instruction, I got the impression from watching them that Mike Austin is a very interesting character as well. After reading Phil Reed's book, I feel like I know the man who hit the world's longest drive.

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Summary: This is the story of Mike Austin
Review: To put it simply, In Search Of The Greatest Golf Swing: Chasing The Legend Of Mike Austin, The Man Who Launched The World's Longest Drive And Taught Me To Hit Like A Pro by golfing enthusiast Philip Reed is "must" reading for anyone dedicated (some wives might even say addicted) to the game of golf. This is the story of Mike Austin, the man who in 1974 hit a 515-yard shot during the U.S. National Seniors Open in Las Vegas, making it the longest drive in recorded golfing history and who was subsequently entered into the Guinness Book of World Records. In Search Of The Greatest Golf Swing is informed and informative reading and should be on the personal reading list of every aspiring golfer regardless of their age or handicap.



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Summary: Excellent story!
Review: What an amazing book and story! Mike Austin is an extremely interesting and colorful character and Phil Reid does an excellent job laying out the story. Incredible read for golfers and non-golfers!