Golf is a game of nearly infinite subtleties. A slight
rotation during the swing of a degree or two can mean the
difference between hitting the green or landing in the
bunker. Those same subtleties are also apparent in a set of
golf clubs. As President Woodrow Wilson once remarked, "Golf
is a game in which one endeavors to control a ball with
implements ill adapted for the purpose."
With continued advances in golf club technology, it is
possible to see a difference in your game as a result of new
clubs, whether you are seeking increased power, accuracy, or
forgiveness. If, however, there are inherent flaws in your
swing, new clubs will not make them disappear. Your clubs
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To improve your score, you do not necessarily need the most
expensive set of clubs--but you DO need the proper set.
Unless you stand over 6 feet or under 5 feet, standard-size
clubs should be correct for most men and women. Men's clubs
are generally 1 inch taller per club.
The shaft is an essential consideration and, today, are
usually composed of steel or graphite. While steel shafts
are more durable, generally less expensive, and offer more
control, they require a faster swing to generate longer
distances.
Driver designs have recently reached the USGA limits for
size and length. A bigger club head generates more speed
through the swing and offers a larger "sweet" spot and more
forgiveness.
Irons also offer a variety of styles and options, divided
into two broad categories: cast irons or forged irons. Cast
iron heads are recommended for beginners since they provide
a large sweet spot and are more forgiving on accuracy.
Forged iron heads feature a flat, weighted back which
provides a higher center of gravity and results in a more
concentrated sweet spot and more control for experienced
players.
As with most forms of human endeavor, in golf there is not a
"one-size-fits-all" solution. What's right for your partner
may not be right for you. Club fitting with the help of club
professional is a good place to start.
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