Saturday, October 17, 2009

Newbie Golf Club Selection

By Dan Easterling

The market sees many new types of golf clubs introduced each year. For a newbie, this can be befuddling. Several things must be considered when choosing golf clubs. If one has information about options in the beginning, it will help in choosing the correct golf club. Clubs can be customized and knowing something about options can help when making these choices.

The shaft is the most important part of the club. It is the metal rod that connects the grip and head. You can change the length of this to accommodate your swing style and your height. The first set of clubs you start with have certain properties of density and flex and you may want to keep these the same for your first customized golf clubs and simply change the length to accommodate you. However, to progress you need to find clubs that fit all your needs.

Club head size is considered very important when choosing a club. The smaller the head is, the more control over the shot you have. The larger the club face the further you are able to hit the ball, since the contact area is larger and hitting the ball is easier. Head size can also affect your swing. Like bats, the more weight, the greater the power of the swing, but the harder it is to control. Give each club head size a swing so you can get the "feel" for each one and see which fits you best.

The club handle plays an important role also. There are several choices in the area and each has its unique strengths and weaknesses. You should always be able to grip comfortably but tight enough that it does not slide out of your hands when shooting. If your hands sweat, you might need to look for handle material that fights this.

Cost must be kept in mind when picking clubs. If you just want to play occasionally, an expensive set of clubs will not serve you well. If you think you will be playing more seriously in the future, then by all means, go after the best set of clubs you can afford. A purchase of this type will assure you have a good set of clubs that won't need to be replaced as your skill level improves.

The above points will play a role in your gold club choice. Decent stores have knowledgeable sales people that can help you winnow down your choices. You should try as many clubs as you can, but don't settle on a set until you have looked at all your options. This will allow you to get the set that best fits your needs. Happy Golfing!

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