With so many choices for golf clubs in the stores and on the Internet, it can be hard to narrow down what brand or type of golf clubs to purchase. I have written this guide to help you to Choose Golf Clubs that will work the best for your needs and your budget.
Your Skill Level
Determine how you intend to play the game. If you are just a weekend player who golfs with friends or co-workers from time to time, a low- to mid-performance club can work for you. If you are more the competitive type and you are looking to get an edge, then you may want to step up to a more expensive, professional set of clubs. You are going to pay the price but it’s no secret that with today’s cutting edge technology it can make a big difference.
Don’t get me wrong-just because a golf club is the more expensive, does not mean it is the best club for you. Sometimes the most expensive club will be a high performance club that a beginner would have a difficult time hitting. Do your own research, and find a club that suits your skill level, then compare prices. You may also look into to buying a used golf club or golf club set, god knows there are plenty of them on the Internet and even sometimes in your local pro shop. Used Golf Clubs are great if they are in good condition, and you can usually pick them up for quite a bargain.
We’ve determined your skill level and your budget, now it’s time to look at specific golf clubs.
Drivers{1-wood}
Most golfers will carry a driver in their bag (called 1-wood). It is not essential that you carry a driver, and if you have trouble hitting one, you may want to avoid a driver all together and just find a 3-wood that you can consistently keep in play. 3- woods are easier to control and you may find hitting a 3 wood of the tee box is much easier than a 1 wood, and make managing a round much easier. Golf Drivers are the longest clubs in the bag. The longer the club, the harder it is to control because it has less loft the lower the number.
Golf Irons
Golf Irons are for the mid-range to short-range shots. They are grooved on the face to offer more control than your golf drivers and have more loft which makes them easier to control. If you are a more skilled golfer you may opt for using a blade style iron but I don’t recommend it. Blade irons are solid one piece heads and are usually smaller faced making them more difficult to control. If you are more of a beginner to the sport I would suggest you go with a cavity back iron. These irons have the back of the club head “hollowed- out and offer much a much more forgiving club face and usually have over-sized heads which are more forgiving. Golf Irons are separated into three different categories. Long range irons are your 1, 2, 3, and 4 irons, Mid-Range irons are the 5, 6, and 7 irons and short-range irons are the 8 and 9 irons. Short irons are the easiest to hit. The higher the number on the iron the more loft it has. The more loft on an iron, the easier it is to hit.
Golf Putters
Golf Putters are the clubs most often used in a round of golf. Golf Putters are used to tap the golf ball in the hole once you have reached the green. Putters come in several different styles. Blade putters, heel-toe putters, and Mallet Putters. Putting is all about feel, and a putter should be purchased based on how comfortable you feel using it. Whatever style you are the most comfortable with is the Golf Putter you should buy.
Utility clubs/hybrids
Utility clubs are a somewhat new addition to the golfing world. These clubs are a combination of a Golf Driver and a Golf Iron. The degrees of loft available in these clubs is a pretty wide range. Utility clubs are great for beginner golfers who have not yet mastered the use of regular fairway woods and long irons{3,4,5} irons. When you Choose Golf Clubs always look at what your needs are, and how you plan on approaching the game of golf. Try some clubs out at your local pro-shop and get a feel for what works the best.Remember golf is just a game so go out there and have some fun!
I hope this article has helped you in finding the right Golf clubs for you or your family. I would recommend that you do some research of your own before making any purchase and to consult your local P.G.A. professional to assist you further. Now that you have the right clubs , go out there and tee it up and enjoy the greatest game on earth!