Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Modern Development of Golf Clubs for Youth

It is only recently that mass market manufacturing of youth sized golf clubs has become the norm. For most of us, our children learned the wonderful game of golf by using our set of clubs. They learned to compensate, as they honed their swings, for the inappropriate length of the clubs. Perhaps our youth even obtained a sense of how to adjust to different circumstances as they grew, and had to continuously modify their swings.

Of course some youth golf clubs were cutoffs. As with most forms of cutoffs, youth golf clubs that are cut to size are typically hand me downs that have already been used. Nevertheless, cut down clubs are easier for the youngest of our children to learn with, but they do promote some problems in general swing mechanics. A youth sized golf club that has a cut-off shaft does not have a club head that is weighted in proportion to the length of the shaft. Hence, although the club heads weight makes them most likely easy to swing and promotes significant swing speed, once the youth progresses to full size clubs their swing mechanics may be a little off.

Today our youth can walk into discount department stores and find several brands of impeccably manufactured golf clubs for youth. Although the discount stores may only carry one or maybe two brands of youth sized golf clubs, the specialty golf store has taken the provision of such clubs a level further.

Big Business and Our Youth

Although most folks are in favor of teaching our children the wonderful game of golf, it is true that this has provided major opportunities for golf associated manufacturers. Golf clubs for youth are now a major component of the product portfolios for most club makers. Most youth golf clubs can also be custom fit like the full sized variety. As the youth line up their shortened driver for a major run at the normal sized ball, the club fitter can adjust the lie angle to make sure that our young golf fanatic maximizes the opportunity to hit their first 250 yard drive. Youth golf clubs have really come of age.

The Youth Golf Club

Some may consider the youth sized golf club as a specialty club, it is not. It is simply made proportionally smaller both in the length of the shaft and weight and size of the club head. This allows the young person to groove a swing that is appropriate for their size, and as they mature, they can gradually migrate to longer and heavier clubs that are more appropriate for their musculature and bone structure.

Modern day golf club manufacturers may have taken some of the magic out of the process where your child grew up learning the game literally in your golf shoes. However, it is hard to dispute that it has given them the opportunity to be a better golfer than their mom or dad.

Saturday, December 6, 2008

Selecting Women’s Golf Clubs

While golf is a sport that is proving to be popular with both men and women these days, and one that can be played in mixed groups, this does not mean that all equipment is created equal for both the sexes. While some standard golf clubs will be appropriate for women, a proper set of womens golf clubs will allow for the differences in men and women so that a woman's golf game is not impacted. To help you properly put together a set of womens golf clubs, here are some tips on what to consider:

Shaft Material

While many golf shafts are made out of steel and other such materials, the best choice for womens golf clubs is graphite, which can provide strength and flexibility while keeping the golf club light. The effect of graphite golf clubs is a faster swing speed for women, which will result in balls that fly with higher speed, resulting in longer drives. The lighter weight will also allow women to maintain proper swing form without having to fight the weight of the club. While higher priced than regular clubs, a graphite shaft is a great choice, particularly if you have concerns about steel-shafted clubs being too heavy.

Shaft Length

For most men and women, standard-length clubs will be fine for golfing, requiring no special adjustments. However, for those who tend to be petite, women’s golf clubs with a shorter shaft length or even custom clubs will make for a more comfortable hold on the club. This is another case where a little extra money can help those women who may be on the lower end of the height scale.

Club Selection

Just as purchasing clubs might require allowances for differences in body types, which particular club used in a set of womens golf clubs might differ in the course of a game. For instance, a 7-wood or a 9-wood often replace 3-irons and 4-irons in a set of womens golf clubs, since women find the lighter weight easier for control and consistency. The larger heads on the clubs also make for a larger contact area, which simply makes hitting the ball easier.

In this case, selecting a different club can be more beneficial for women. Of course, nothing beats practice and steady improvement, but by purchasing a set of womens golf clubs that is comfortable to use, a woman has better chance in learning to face the men on the golf course with equal skill.

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

The Variety and Styles in Wilson Golf Clubs

When someone is looking for a new set of clubs they should definitely consider Wilson golf clubs. Wilson makes many different styles and performance ratings for golfing and many professional players are known to use Wilson golf clubs. Wilson also has a full line of accessories including golf balls and golf bags, and gloves and hats. Within all of these accessories are different styles and sizes along with balls that are made for the different types of players.

Wilson Drivers

When talking about Wilson golf clubs, the first thing that comes to mind are the drivers. Wilson drivers and fairway woods are made for different types of players by building clubs that pros would use, all the way to clubs that are very forgiving. The PD5 is a driver made for performance. It is great for someone who has good basic tools with good muscle memories.

The DD6 is a long distance driver that has a larger forgiveness area than any other Wilson driver. Wilson also has a forgiving fairway wood and hybrid clubs that work well. Wilson irons are made with the philosophy of its drivers, clubs designed for different levels of play. Whether a person wants a distance iron or a forged iron, Wilson delivers quality for both. Wilson also makes irons for performance and control. Depending upon how a person plays, Wilson has the right golf clubs to make a person improve their swing and accuracy.

The Famous 8860 Series

Wilson makes wedges and a great putter in the 8860 series. The Wilson staff TW7 wedges are made for accurate and technical play. Excellent for the golfer who is at ease with their wedges and want accuracy to keep up with their head. Unfortunately, if the shot is bad the player can’t blame the wedge. Wilson wedges also come in the different head degrees. Whatever angle a player is comfortable with is the one to choose. Wilson’s FW6 forged wedges are excellent for getting that fluid feel that comes up the shaft. With this forged wedge, the player feels like the wedge is an extension of the arms. It is a unique feel that many people fall in love with.

Wilson golf clubs makes some great putters. The original 8802 series is one that many adults would see on TV as kids. It was the standard and was used a lot. Today Wilson has the new 8860 series. This is a putter with traditional looks and performance that is at the very edge of current technology. Four basic head designs combined with the feel of a club that feels the ball like a persons fingers; delicate, accurate and professional! These three words say it all - Wilson golf clubs can definitely make a persons game better.

Sunday, November 30, 2008

Custom Warrior Golf Clubs Give You Confidence

Every golfer wants maximum results when out on the golf course. To some this may be the longer drive, a sharper putt, a straighter drive or maybe it’s just hitting the ball. Whatever the need, only the world of golf will understand. But anyone knows that to achieve such success, you must have a good product. There are many golf clubs on the market today and some are truly good golf clubs. This is true with Warrior Golf Clubs.

Warrior Golf Clubs are custom made to your specifications for maximum results. Whether suffering the tee, fairway, buried lie, tall rough, hard pan or fairway bunker, Warrior Golf Clubs can provide you with a club that will improve your shot. Some have said that Warrior Golf Clubs are the new weapon of choice from the tee or anywhere on the fairway.

Warrior Golf Club’s new driver and fairway wood will take you up and out straight to the pin. They are progressive shallow-faced clubs that are combined with a special designed filament wound graphite shaft that gives you the lowest center of gravity for increased control, superior performance and guaranteed confidence. Each custom Warrior Golf Club is made especially for you. These clubs will provide you the consistency, performance and confidence needed to improve your game.

Consistency

Golfers who have tested these clubs have been pleasantly surprised. They are amazed that Warrior Golf Clubs are able to provide such consistency for clubs that are being used for the first time. The Harrison shafts on the woods are the best shafts on the market. The customer service for Warrior Golf Clubs play an important part in the development of these custom clubs in that they have to work with the client on his exact specifications. Close interaction and knowledge are skills which provide top notch performance in these custom golf clubs. Warrior Golf Clubs has the top notch people to provide such skilled customer service.

Even golfers, who have been playing for many years and have searched for the perfect golf club, have stopped with Warrior Golf Clubs. These clubs have a natural feel and solid hit that provides the golfer with the consistency that he needs. Warrior Golf Clubs provide a control that golfers need to improve their game. Golfers are able to hit their balls longer and straighter then they have before.

Warrior knows that by producing custom built golf clubs that the golfer will exceed his expectations in his playing performance. Only custom built clubs will give you the accuracy, consistency and confidence you need to play a good game of golf. Their commitment to quality and excellence in only hiring the most knowledgeable and experienced craftsmen to build their clubs is Warrior’s seal of excellence in the world of golf.

Thursday, November 27, 2008

Used Golf Clubs Could Be Acceptable Answer

Be especially cautious when buying used golf clubs, as there may be hidden flaws that can ruin your game or even cause injury. However, for those looking for a top of the line set of clubs, buying used golf clubs may be a less expensive alternative. For the price of a good set of discount clubs, you may be able to pick up a much better set that has course experience.

When looking at a set of used golf clubs there are a few things you should inspect before making the decision to buy them. The first obvious things to look at are the grips on the clubs. They become worn and can become loose which can be a dangerous combination. Grips worn smooth can slip out of your hand when you swing the club and if they are loose, the head of the clubs tends to twist at the moment of impact with the ball. Grips however can be changed with minimal cost relative to the price of the clubs.

Take a close look at used golf clubs at the point where the club head attaches to the shaft for any sign of cracks or indicators that the head may separate. A small crack can lead to big problems if you swing the club and the head flies further than the ball.

Minimal Shaft Twist For Straighter Shots

With one hand, hold the grip of any used golf clubs you are looking at and the head of the club with the other hand and twist back and forth. The more the head twists the more likely you are to hit the ball off line as it will twist when it impacts the ball. The less twist there is to the club shaft, the better your odds are of hitting the ball straight.

To check for whip, hold the grip with both hands and make very short back and forth motions to see how far the club head whips in both directions. Some used golf clubs will have more whip than others even some new clubs, especially those with large heads, may whip more than an individual golfer can handle.

When inspecting a set of used golf clubs look at the shafts for signs of rust which could indicate a lack of care by the previous owner but above all else, ask why they are getting rid of what may be claimed as being a good set of used golf clubs. Upgrading to a better brand is the best reason you can hope for, but depending on the seller, any good excuse may be acceptable for a good bargain.