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When Going the Custom Golf Club Route is Right for You

staff — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 19:14:34 +0000

Buying golf equipment is not just a simple matter of picking out a set of clubs and paying for them. Purchasing a set of clubs, especially custom clubs takes a matter of accuracy. It is important to be precise though because your clubs are designed to help you play your game well, while having a fun time.

Graphite or Steel: Which One Will Work for your Golf Club?

staff — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 19:11:23 +0000

The decision of choosing a type of golf club to use is not entirely arbitrary. There is a reason that both graphite and steel clubs were made, and each kind works better for one person than for another.

What are Hybrid Golf Clubs and Reasons Why You Should Have Them

staff — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 19:10:14 +0000

Hybrid golf clubs that are assembled with a choice of shaft, flex, length, and grip. They are made out of a variety of different materials, such as titanium woods, steel woods, and irons.

Men’s And Women’s Golf Clubs Are Not Created Equal

staff — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 19:03:34 +0000

Men and women’s golf clubs are not created equal. The different sexes have different skills and different needs when it comes to golf clubs. The main difference between men’s and women’s clubs is the length. Traditionally in our society women are a bit shorter than men, so women’s clubs tend to be about one inch to one and a half inches shorter than the clubs used by men. Some golf pros also claim that women’s clubs have more flexibility built into them, have a large “sweet spot” and sometimes they may have a lower center of gravity with one school of thought being that it will help female players to get the ball into the air.

Defining What Clone Golf Clubs Mean

staff — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 18:58:08 +0000

Clone golf club is generally thought of as a replica of a brand name club, or one that is of its own quality and stands alone as a product just as good as a brand name club.

Why Newbie Golfers Should Go For Pre-owned Golf Clubs

staff — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 18:25:52 +0000

Newbie golfers, those who are new to the sport and inexperienced, should always go for pre-owned golf clubs. Used clubs have many advantageous for someone just starting out in this ancient and respected sport. One of the best reasons to start out with used clubs is the simple fact that a newbie doesn’t really know if he or she will enjoy the game enough to continue until having played a few games. With that in mind, keeping the expenses low when learning the game of golf is always a good idea. Spending a lot of money on new, high priced golf clubs can really run up a bill, and if after playing a few games a newbie decides that golf is just not the game for him or her, then it is better to have a smaller amount of money tied up in golf clubs.

Helpful Hints for Choosing the Right Golf Clubs for You

staff — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:22:47 +0000

The clubs you choose when golfing can play a vital role in the overall outcome of your game. Once you understand when and why you need to use a particular type of club, there are still many choices to make before you purchase your clubs. Before committing to buying a set of clubs, you could rent various sets at your local driving range. This allows you to try out different brands and styles to see what works best for you. Another option is to purchase a set of used clubs, especially if you are new to the game, this could be a good way to start.

Wood vs. Iron: What It Means in Terms of Your Golf Game

staff — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 18:02:52 +0000

You have quite a few different varieties of clubs to use. Some are wood and some are iron.

Older wood golf clubs were made from persimmon, hickory or maple wood. The more modern ones are made of hollow steel or titanium, or a variety of materials. Some of these clubs are known as metal woods, and some of the earlier metal wood clubs contained foam inside. Therefore, when one refers to a wood club it could mean a variety of things.