How to Buy Golf Clubs
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- Experiment with different clubs before you buy by renting, borrowing or demo-ing a set from a reputable golf store.
- Find the right shaft length. Shaft length affects the feel of the club, but most players will fit an off-the-shelf club. If you have questions or are exceptionally short or tall, find a knowledgeable shop willing to match you to a shaft length. If necessary, ask if they have clubs made specifically for children.
- Know the various clubs and how they are sold. Because it is important that they match, irons are sold as sets, usually consisting of the 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 irons and a pitching wedge. A basic set costs about $200. Woods may be sold individually or in sets. A set, consisting of a driver, a 3 wood and a 5 wood, starts at about $250. Woods do not need to match. Some novices buy only a 3 wood instead of a full set of woods.
- Select a putter based on what feels good to you. You can get one for about $25, but spend what it takes for a putter that makes you feel confident.
- Understand the differences in club design. Most new clubs are perimeter weighted, with a larger hitting area to reduce the chances of an errant shot. Experts prefer bladed clubs, which demand great precision but deliver more power in skilled hands.
- Wait to buy expensive clubs until your game has developed. There are many design options available; eventually, your style of play and preferences will determine the clubs you'll want to own.
