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You will find a lot of easy tips and techniques in this eBook to quickly transform your golf game and add 20 yards to your drive!
Which Golf Clubs Are Best For You?
By: Lee MacRae
Are you looking to buy new golf clubs? Finding it difficult to determine what will work the best for you? Newcomers especially can become bewildered by the large variety of golf clubs you see when you are looking to buy.
Follow along as we examine what is available on the market today and what they can do for you...and your golf game.
To begin with, it should be noted that ordinary, everyday golf clubs will work for virtually anybody standing between 5 feet and six feet tall. And that holds equally for males and females. If you are outside those parameters, then you may need to look at custom fitted clubs.
Cast Iron or Forged Iron Golf Club?
Cast iron is the normal route to take when buying new clubs.
And there is a reason for that. Because most standard cast iron golf clubs have a larger "sweet spot". This is the are in the center of the club face where "forces" are said to be perfectly balanced to deliver the perfect shot. The bigger the sweet spot, the better chance of hitting well it every time. Being a little off center will not affect your shot to any great degree. It is for that main reason the beginners are steered towards cast iron clubs. Without a steady consistant swing, a larger striking area will produce better shots overall. That is why clubs like "Big Bertha" came on the market. The large oversized head obviously gives a much larger sweet spot than a normal driver. Average golfers get longer and straighter drives on a more consistant basis.
By contrast, forged iron golf clubs are "harder to hit" a good shot with as they have a smaller sweet spot.
Which begs the question. Why make forged iron clubs?
Because the "softer" forged metal gives the golfer a better feel than the harder cast iron does. The better player, with a more refined and "repeatable" swing, can use this "feel" to shape or control his shot in a way that the beginner can't. The better player doesn't need that larger sweet spot because he can strike the ball dead center with far more consistancy. He trades that off for more control.
The next consideration is the material for the shaft. Steel or composite?
The major criteria here is club speed. An average golfer will have a club head speed of 80-94 mph. Lower speeds usually means you should look at a composite shaft. The result of lower swing speed is less yardage on each shot. You want to find some way to offset your lower swing speed. Composite shafts will allow you to get that much needed distance on your shots. And even within the composite shaft class, you will find variations in flex and materials that will affect your game.
On the other hand, if you already have good distance on your shots due to good swing speed, you can add some touch and feel to your game very similar to that obtained by using the forged iron clubs. You get the best of both worlds.
Have your swing speed determined by visiting your local pro shop or a golf store that is equiped with a swing speed radar device. Or simply buy a small radar device for yourself. You can find some small devices that operate by batteries but are effective enough to determine your swing speed.
So there you have it. Just a few quick tips but ones that will start you down the path to finding the right clubs for your game. Take the time to try different clubs and see how they hinder or help your game. If possible, even try different types of composite shafts. Different manufacturers will have different standards for shaft flex and so on. Check out as many as possible and take note of how each works for you.
If you implement these tips and work on them, you will be certain to develop a better drive within a short period of time. Just keep on practicing and working on your improvement. It's only a matter of time before your scores begin to drop.
Develop a great golf swing with an amazing golf training aid!
Some Golf Ideas
Golf Swing
To start with a proven ball position. Moving a golf ball even two inches forward or back in your stance can make a great deal of difference in shot consistency. Start with the ball a couple of inches inside the left heel. After you master this consistent ball position, you can experiment with other ball positions. However, a ball too far to the front of your stance will increase the chances of a slice by encouraging an outside-to-inside swing. A ball too far back in the stance will make it difficult to get the clubface closed by impact and may cause a push or a push slice.
For more information go to golf equipment
Golf Putting Aids
The key to hitting the ball farther with the modern driver and golf ball (which spins much less off of a flat face than balls of the past) is high launch combined with a low spin rate. Our goal is to get enough spin to achieve lift, while minimizing (hopefully eliminating) drag.
For more information go to golf
Golf Equipment
Every golfer knows that if you are playing a shot into the wind, you must hit more club. If you're playing a shot with the wind, you must hit less club. Even professionals have a difficult time playing in the wind. The average score in a tournament is always higher when it is windy.
To learn more go to golf trainings aids
Golf Putters
The trajectory of a golf ball and the distance it travels depends on its initial trajectory, speed and spin, as well as what it's moving through (air). The air is not always the same. It varies in temperature, pressure, humidity and density. If there were no air whatsoever, the golf ball would not travel far. Likewise, if a ball is hit in air with no spin, it will not travel far.
To find out more just go to golf trainings aids
More Golf News
Titleist Tour Report: Accenture Match Play Championship
Fri, 24 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT
Watch this week's Titleist Tour Report from the Accenture Match Play Championship, featuring defending champion David Toms.
Titleist Unveils First Blended Iron Set With Introduction of New Forged 735.CM Irons.
Mon, 08 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT
Combine benefits of cavity back long irons, shallow cavity mid irons and muscle back short irons in one set for optimum performance
The NEW 2-Ball Business Card Box
Thu, 24 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT
Set your brand apart with Titleist Custom Golf Balls and Custom Packaging.
Texas-Sized Momentum
Mon, 30 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT
Verplank Trusts Titleist in Emotional Victory at EDS Byron Nelson Championship
Hall of Fame Numbers
Mon, 25 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT
Recently Selected to World Golf Hall of Fame, Vijay Singh Defends Shell Houston Open Title.
Adam Scott Goes Wire-to-Wire at Johnnie Walker Classic to Lead Six-Win Week for Titleist Players.
Titleist Tour Report - Wachovia Championship
Fri, 05 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT
Take a look at this week's Titleist Tour Report from the Wachovia Championship with interviews from the Haas Family: Jay, Billy and Jay Jr.
Battle-hardened Woods stays cool to subdue Stenson
Mon, 25 Feb 2008 00:00:01 +0000
<p>Tiger Woods never thought he was going to lose his semi-final at the Accenture Match Play Championship here on Saturday. Even when Henrik Stenson birdied the 16th hole to make it all square with two to play, top seed Woods was a picture of serenity as he went to the 17th tee.</p>
Over 100 Wins and Still Counting...
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT
Steinhauer Wins Women's British Open, Leads Titleist to Four-Win Week.
golf club reviews
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Featured Golf Article
You will find a lot of easy tips and techniques in this eBook to quickly transform your golf game and add 20 yards to your drive!
Which Golf Clubs Are Best For You?
By: Lee MacRae
Are you looking to buy new golf clubs? Finding it difficult to determine what will work the best for you? Newcomers especially can become bewildered by the large variety of golf clubs you see when you are looking to buy.
Follow along as we examine what is available on the market today and what they can do for you...and your golf game.
To begin with, it should be noted that ordinary, everyday golf clubs will work for virtually anybody standing between 5 feet and six feet tall. And that holds equally for males and females. If you are outside those parameters, then you may need to look at custom fitted clubs.
Cast Iron or Forged Iron Golf Club?
Cast iron is the normal route to take when buying new clubs.
And there is a reason for that. Because most standard cast iron golf clubs have a larger "sweet spot". This is the are in the center of the club face where "forces" are said to be perfectly balanced to deliver the perfect shot. The bigger the sweet spot, the better chance of hitting well it every time. Being a little off center will not affect your shot to any great degree. It is for that main reason the beginners are steered towards cast iron clubs. Without a steady consistant swing, a larger striking area will produce better shots overall. That is why clubs like "Big Bertha" came on the market. The large oversized head obviously gives a much larger sweet spot than a normal driver. Average golfers get longer and straighter drives on a more consistant basis.
By contrast, forged iron golf clubs are "harder to hit" a good shot with as they have a smaller sweet spot.
Which begs the question. Why make forged iron clubs?
Because the "softer" forged metal gives the golfer a better feel than the harder cast iron does. The better player, with a more refined and "repeatable" swing, can use this "feel" to shape or control his shot in a way that the beginner can't. The better player doesn't need that larger sweet spot because he can strike the ball dead center with far more consistancy. He trades that off for more control.
The next consideration is the material for the shaft. Steel or composite?
The major criteria here is club speed. An average golfer will have a club head speed of 80-94 mph. Lower speeds usually means you should look at a composite shaft. The result of lower swing speed is less yardage on each shot. You want to find some way to offset your lower swing speed. Composite shafts will allow you to get that much needed distance on your shots. And even within the composite shaft class, you will find variations in flex and materials that will affect your game.
On the other hand, if you already have good distance on your shots due to good swing speed, you can add some touch and feel to your game very similar to that obtained by using the forged iron clubs. You get the best of both worlds.
Have your swing speed determined by visiting your local pro shop or a golf store that is equiped with a swing speed radar device. Or simply buy a small radar device for yourself. You can find some small devices that operate by batteries but are effective enough to determine your swing speed.
So there you have it. Just a few quick tips but ones that will start you down the path to finding the right clubs for your game. Take the time to try different clubs and see how they hinder or help your game. If possible, even try different types of composite shafts. Different manufacturers will have different standards for shaft flex and so on. Check out as many as possible and take note of how each works for you.
If you implement these tips and work on them, you will be certain to develop a better drive within a short period of time. Just keep on practicing and working on your improvement. It's only a matter of time before your scores begin to drop.
Develop a great golf swing with an amazing golf training aid!
Some Golf Ideas
Golf Swing
To start with a proven ball position. Moving a golf ball even two inches forward or back in your stance can make a great deal of difference in shot consistency. Start with the ball a couple of inches inside the left heel. After you master this consistent ball position, you can experiment with other ball positions. However, a ball too far to the front of your stance will increase the chances of a slice by encouraging an outside-to-inside swing. A ball too far back in the stance will make it difficult to get the clubface closed by impact and may cause a push or a push slice.
For more information go to golf equipment
Golf Putting Aids
The key to hitting the ball farther with the modern driver and golf ball (which spins much less off of a flat face than balls of the past) is high launch combined with a low spin rate. Our goal is to get enough spin to achieve lift, while minimizing (hopefully eliminating) drag.
For more information go to golf
Golf Equipment
Every golfer knows that if you are playing a shot into the wind, you must hit more club. If you're playing a shot with the wind, you must hit less club. Even professionals have a difficult time playing in the wind. The average score in a tournament is always higher when it is windy.
To learn more go to golf trainings aids
Golf Putters
The trajectory of a golf ball and the distance it travels depends on its initial trajectory, speed and spin, as well as what it's moving through (air). The air is not always the same. It varies in temperature, pressure, humidity and density. If there were no air whatsoever, the golf ball would not travel far. Likewise, if a ball is hit in air with no spin, it will not travel far.
To find out more just go to golf trainings aids
More Golf News
Titleist Tour Report: Accenture Match Play Championship
Fri, 24 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT
Watch this week's Titleist Tour Report from the Accenture Match Play Championship, featuring defending champion David Toms.
Titleist Unveils First Blended Iron Set With Introduction of New Forged 735.CM Irons.
Mon, 08 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT
Combine benefits of cavity back long irons, shallow cavity mid irons and muscle back short irons in one set for optimum performance
The NEW 2-Ball Business Card Box
Thu, 24 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT
Set your brand apart with Titleist Custom Golf Balls and Custom Packaging.
Texas-Sized Momentum
Mon, 30 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT
Verplank Trusts Titleist in Emotional Victory at EDS Byron Nelson Championship
Hall of Fame Numbers
Mon, 25 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT
Recently Selected to World Golf Hall of Fame, Vijay Singh Defends Shell Houston Open Title.
Adam Scott Goes Wire-to-Wire at Johnnie Walker Classic to Lead Six-Win Week for Titleist Players.
Titleist Tour Report - Wachovia Championship
Fri, 05 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT
Take a look at this week's Titleist Tour Report from the Wachovia Championship with interviews from the Haas Family: Jay, Billy and Jay Jr.
Battle-hardened Woods stays cool to subdue Stenson
Mon, 25 Feb 2008 00:00:01 +0000
<p>Tiger Woods never thought he was going to lose his semi-final at the Accenture Match Play Championship here on Saturday. Even when Henrik Stenson birdied the 16th hole to make it all square with two to play, top seed Woods was a picture of serenity as he went to the 17th tee.</p>
Over 100 Wins and Still Counting...
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT
Steinhauer Wins Women's British Open, Leads Titleist to Four-Win Week.
golf club reviews
