Golf Clubs For the Beginner Or Novice Golfer
Do not buy a brand new set of golf clubs, yet
It is a good idea not to go out and buy a new set of golf clubs when you first take up the sport. Like anything one takes up that may have a chance of becoming a five minute wonder, it is a good idea to test the ground with the minimum of expense, in fact for free, if at all possible. The last thing you should do is go out and spend a silly amount of money on brand new equipment, only to give up and be left with another item taking up space in the loft, garage, or shed.
Beg, borrow, but don't steel !!
Before buying your first set of clubs, you should borrow or hire them, thus getting a feel of the different brands out there, as well as building up your skill and forming your own style of play. How you play will significantly influence the choice of clubs (brands, construction) that will suit you. Most golf clubs have the facility to hire out clubs and other golf equipment, in fact I myself have never come across a club that didn't, but you never know.
First set, should be a beginners set
Until you get to any decent degree of proficiency with the sport, the clubs you will use the most will be the number 3, 5, 7 and 9 irons, a 1, 5 or 7 club and of course a putter. With this in mind make sure the set of golf clubs you acquire (borrow/hire/buy) contains these clubs, then you will be ready to play.
Maxed to the 14
The maximum number of clubs a golfer is allowed to carry on a course is 14, but as a novice most of them would not be used, therefore stick with the ones mentioned above.
When length matters
When you select the golf clubs you will use, whether borrowed. Hired, or bought, you must check that they are the right length for you. Stance is critical, and you should be sure to get help if you are not confident about how to check this.
This is the game for me
Once you have been playing for a good while and have an idea of what you want from your clubs, then that is the time to get a brand new set that suits you and your style of play. This is the time to head to a decent shop. Your golfing colleagues or the people at your regular golfing haunt will be your best bet for advice on where to go.
The end is nigh
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