Your golf clubs can really make a difference in how well you play the game of golf.All types of golfers benefit from the latest advancements in club technology.
How do you know what to look for in golf clubs? For beginners, you will likely have only drivers, wedges, putters and irons in your golf bag. Beginners will need to use the proper type of club to speed up the learning process. Different clubs are designed for different purposes, such as improving swing speed, and correcting faults to improve your score.Always consider the shaft material, size, and style. Steel is a less expensive material. Steel club shafts last longer than other shaft types. More control is achieved with a steel shaft due to less flex. Graphite shafts are lighter than steel, but also more expensive. This club type allows for greater distance, or for slower swings. Most golf clubs are available with both steel and graphite shafts. Not only are graphite shafts lighter and easier to handle, but the are also more forgiving. They absorb vibration and allow for a much better feeling shot. Plus, you will pick up some distance because the speed of the swing will be greater due to the lighter materials.
Flex, or bend are the terms that refer to the flexibility of a shaft. The amount of shaft bend directly correlates to swing control. On the other hand, beginners and those with less powerful swings generally use a shaft with greater flexibility. 65 mph is an average swing speed for beginners. Advanced swings can top 100 mph.
Titanium headed drivers are a top choice, especially for beginners. Titanium is stronger, denser, and lighter than steel so the club head can be made larger with the same amount of materials. The advantage to having a large head driver is there is a larger “sweet spot” giving you more area to hit the ball with. With this type of golf club head, the club will be much more forgiving if you miss hit the ball or have a bad shot.
The goal when buying golf clubs should be to own the best golf clubs you can afford, whether they are name brands, used, or a reproduction of one of the name brands.