| Golf clubs can be expensive. The problem is that | | | | friend to measure the distance between the floor |
| expensive doesn't always equal better. So, when | | | | and the end of your middle finger. That distance |
| it comes to buying golf clubs, a new buyer needs | | | | provides a good, rough indicator of what the |
| to consider size, fit, weight, material and comfort. | | | | length of your club should be. |
| If all these elements aren't there, it won't matter | | | | Measuring Swing Speed: |
| how much the clubs cost. The truth is, if you can | | | | The strength of your swing will also determine |
| find a club that fits you well, is comfortable in | | | | the type of club shaft that you'll need or want. |
| your hands and gives you a good swing, it usually | | | | Your everyday golfer usually likes a club shaft |
| won't matter if it costs a thousand dollars or fifty. | | | | that has a bit of flexibility, and these are typically |
| Keep reading to learn about club fit and weight | | | | made out of steel, graphite or hybrid metals. If |
| and why it matters. | | | | your swing is slower, that flexible shaft will get |
| Measuring Height: | | | | you more distance than say a rigid, Titanium-shaft |
| To determine whether a golf club is right for your | | | | driver. |
| height, you also need to think about its "lie." A golf | | | | Ideally, the club will feel comfortable in your hand |
| club's lie is the angle from which the club head | | | | and your swing should be easy. Try borrowing or |
| extends from the club shaft. | | | | renting different sets to get a good feel for the |
| When testing your club, picture yourself standing | | | | different styles and sizes and to see what fits |
| in front of a giant, perfectly round clock with your | | | | you best before making the financial commitment |
| feet facing six o'clock. When you have a normal | | | | to purchase a set of clubs. |
| or flat lie and you swing the club, it should come | | | | If you're just starting out, consider purchasing a |
| back in at nine or ten o'clock. If your club fits | | | | mid-quality set or borrowing a set until you |
| within that angle and inside the clock, it usually | | | | understand the game better and have a more |
| means the club is right for your height. | | | | solid understanding of your own playing style and |
| Measuring Arm Length: | | | | specific club preferences. The game of golf is |
| Put your arms down at your sides and get a | | | | much more enjoyable when using the right clubs. |