How do I size Golf Clubs?
This post was written by admin on December 24, 2008
Posted Under: Golf
Posted Under: Golf
nickscalero asked:
I’m 5′9″, left-handed and want to buy some starter (probably used) clubs to take a few lessons before spending too much to get into the sport. How long should the clubs be? What else should I look for?
I’m 5′9″, left-handed and want to buy some starter (probably used) clubs to take a few lessons before spending too much to get into the sport. How long should the clubs be? What else should I look for?
Reader Comments
Ok first for the club size it should at least go up to your belly button.Dont buy to expensive ones, first u should buy used.You should also look into buying a golf glove,some golf balls,and some tees.
Have fun golfing
you need to be fit for them go to the company web sites and look for a demo day in your area. The length of the clubs stays the same most of the time, it’s the angle they change.
Just get a standard set to start because if you are just starting you will be making a lot of swing changes in the beginning and each one will affect any custom fitted club. So I do not recommend getting anything custom fitted. At 5′9″ standard length will be fine. I am 5′10″ and have been playing for sometime and have never bought anything but standard length. That includes a custom set I have.
A standard left hand men’s set should work out fine as you are a beginner. As you progress with lessons you can ask the pro who’s teaching you about custom clubs and their benefits. Have fun learning and good luck!
A standard left hand set will do nicely to start off with. In order for a golf club to be fit properly the length and lie angle of the head are important. In order to know the correct lie angle you must first have somewhat of a consistant swing. So any left handed set will do , just go out and swing away for a while.
After a few rounds, ( so as not to ingrain bad habits ) you should see the pro at your local course for some instructions and then maybe getting fit for clubs.
Just a note, when getting used clubs check the grips, worn out grips are generally smooth and not good to play with, I would suggest getting a used set regripped at your local golf shop right away.
Leon
You should get a full set standard clubs…
Driver, 3wood 5 wood
3 - 9 iron, PW and SW.
Steel shaft, regular flex
Club design - Off set, perimeter weighted.
1 glove for your right hand
That is all you need before going to the driving range to practise.
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Make sure to click all the tabs on the top, they have everything you could want about size and fitting.