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How to t fitted for golf clubs? what goes into it?

post #1 of 9
12/27/09 at 9:18pm
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I have golfed once in my life and am finally purchasing my own clubs this week... basically narrowed down what I am looking for via the Golfer's Digest 'Hot List' and their testing and ratings. I dont need any club reccomendations, but I noticed with the various sets of clubs there are multiple different shafts, grips, angles, etc. etc.

If I go somewhere like golfers wharehouse will they "fit" me, letting me know what would work bes for me? if so how do they do this? and what differences do they look at and calculate?

I know swing speed is a factor in determining shaft weight and flex but other than that I have no clue.

For clubs I am either going for Cobra s9's (or SZ's), Callaway Big Berthas, or the Adams Idea Tech's (all suppose to be great 'beginner' clubs).
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post #2 of 9
12/27/09 at 10:45pm
There's a lot that goes into getting the right fit for clubs. Just go to retailers that have certified fitters for various brands. Like if you want a set of Callaway irons go on Callaway's site and find certified fitters in your area. Nobody can really tell you anymore until you get in front of a computer and lie board. If you want to check out a good golf forum; www.golfwrx.com
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post #3 of 9
12/27/09 at 11:21pm
I second golfwrx.com
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post #4 of 9
12/27/09 at 11:26pm
I work at a golf course and play avidly, and honestly, you need to play more before you buy a set. Borrow a friends set, take some lessons, and go the range for a little while until you have a consistent swing. I once saw a Ping guy trying to fit one of our members using a launch monitr/camera setup...it doesn't help much when the guy was topping every ball, LOL. You can't be properly fit unless you have a consistent swing. Learn to swing, THEN buy clubs. Otherwise you'll end up buying two sets.
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post #5 of 9
12/27/09 at 11:29pm
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Originally Posted by longskate88 View Post
I work at a golf course and play avidly, and honestly, you need to play more before you buy a set. Borrow a friends set, take some lessons, and go the range for a little while until you have a consistent swing.

I once saw a Ping guy trying to fit one of our members using a launch monitr/camera setup...it doesn't help much when the guy was topping every ball, LOL. You can't be properly fit unless you have a consistent swing.

Learn to swing, THEN buy clubs. Otherwise you'll end up buying two sets.

That is definitely not true. There's tons of evidence out there that lesser skilled players actually benefit more from a proper fit. He needs to get a set of clubs fit for his body so he can then get lessons and build off that. No point in trying to learn golf if your stance is wrong from the get go because you're 6'4" and playing standard length clubs.

Go set up some lessons with a good teacher. Have him help you get set up with some clubs.
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post #6 of 9
12/27/09 at 11:41pm
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Originally Posted by Jbreen1 View Post
That is definitely not true. There's tons of evidence out there that lesser skilled players actually benefit more from a proper fit. He needs to get a set of clubs fit for his body so he can then get lessons and build off that. No point in trying to learn golf if your stance is wrong from the get go because you're 6'4" and playing standard length clubs.

Go set up some lessons with a good teacher. Have him help you get set up with some clubs.

Depends how inconsistent his swing is. Sure you can get fitted for loft and lie easily, but shaft specs are another story. I've just had too many experiences with hacks who can't make proper contact with the ball, who then ask me if I recommend the Fuji Rombax or Adlila NVS for their $400 driver, it's tough to convince people the money is better spent on their swing at this point.
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post #7 of 9
12/28/09 at 6:49pm
All good advice. Used clubs can be a good way to go, like they said, if you dont know what your doing, your better off saving the money. Find a play it again sports, they always have tons of used clubs. You can pick up a set that will be perfect for your first year or so for dirt cheap, then upgrade/blow it out, when you realize how good you are. Plus, I dont know what kind of bank you have, but i would much rather play with a couple of year old clubs for cheaper than drop on the latest and greatest (which, honestly IMO!! has a negligable difference on a game which I think some day someone will come out and say that its over 51% mental).
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post #8 of 9
12/29/09 at 12:40am
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Originally Posted by longskate88 View Post
I work at a golf course and play avidly, and honestly, you need to play more before you buy a set. Borrow a friends set, take some lessons, and go the range for a little while until you have a consistent swing. I once saw a Ping guy trying to fit one of our members using a launch monitr/camera setup...it doesn't help much when the guy was topping every ball, LOL. You can't be properly fit unless you have a consistent swing. Learn to swing, THEN buy clubs. Otherwise you'll end up buying two sets.
I was going to post something like this, but didn't feel confident enough to. If you are a total novice, your swing could change several times. You're better off grabbing a set off craigslist (or a pawn shop (especially in the winter ) for $100-$200, taking a few lessons at the driving range and hitting a thousand balls or so, and then once you get a consistent swing, getting a fitting. That, at least, is my inexperienced, basically worthless opinion.
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post #9 of 9
12/29/09 at 12:51am
I am unconvinced about the use of clubfitting for people who are not pretty damn good. I am also unconvinced by most clubfitters. Also, GolfWRX is silly. Exactly how many people do you know off of the internet who hit a smooth 7 iron 170, and swing the club at 115 mph. Seriously.
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