You've finally taken the plunge. You've gone out on the green and felt the rush of an exciting new passion for the game!
If you're new to golf, you're most probably wondering what kind of golf clubs you need to get started.
- Do you need to buy the most expensive set of clubs? Do you need all 14 clubs that are allowed in a professional golfer's bag? — The answer is no!
The first thing you need to do is decide what kind of budget you have for golf clubs.
- If you're just starting out, are you really ready to invest $1,000 in a full set of top-of-the-line clubs? ... Or,
- You can find sets of good quality clubs for much less than that.
Just make sure that the set has all the basics covered: a driver, a few irons, and a putter at the very least.
Once you've decided on your budget, it's time to start shopping around!
You can find good quality golf clubs at many different retailers both online and in brick-and-mortar stores.
*It's important to try out different clubs before settling on a set, if possible. That way, you can get a feel for what kind of club suits your swing best.
The Different Types of Golf Clubs
There are three main types of golf clubs: woods, irons, and putters.
- Woods are used for long-distance shots,
- irons are used for mid-range shots, and
- putters are used for short-distance shots around the green.
*As a beginner golfer, you should focus on building up a set of woods and irons first; putters can come later.
The Different Parts of a Golf Club
Golf clubs have three main parts: the head, the shaft, and the grip.
- The head is the heavy part of the club that makes contact with the ball;
- the shaft is the long rod that connects the head to the grip, and
- the grip is the part you hold on to.
*When buying golf clubs, you should pay attention to all three of these parts to make sure you're getting something that's comfortable and well-made.
How to Choose the Right Size Golf Club
One important factor to consider when choosing golf clubs is size.
*The wrong size club can make playing difficult and uncomfortable, so it's important to get it right.
*To figure out what size club you need to, first, determine your height and then your hand size. Once you have those numbers, consult a sizing chart to see what size club corresponds to your height and hand size.
The Takeaway
Choosing the right golf clubs is an important part of starting out in this wonderful sport.
We hope our guide has been helpful in demystifying some of the terminologies and giving you some direction on what factors to consider when making your purchase.
To get you started on your hunt for the best golf clubs for you, here are our first few finds – golf clubs from three of the top brands in golf.
They have different models in their lineup ... we hope you have fun golf club hunting!
Cobra : Cobra-Puma Golf
Callaway : "Pure Spin in its Rawest Form"
TaylorMade : "New to Golf? Join Team TaylorMade"
And, when you've chosen your golf clubs, you might feel the need for a refresher on how to swing a golf club ... No problem! — Check out our beginner's guide to swinging a golf club here.
Now remember — just have fun and enjoy the game!
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