Have you ever heard someone tell you, “It’s not the arrow that makes the Indian”? Well, for the most part, they’re right. Expensive clubs certainly aren’t going to make you better and cheap clubs aren’t going to make you worse.
However, it is important to use clubs that are suited for your particular game. Most golfers think this means that they have to go out and buy the hottest piece of equipment on the market but this couldn’t be farther from the truth.
Use some of the tips below before you decide to make a change with your existing equipment. You won’t regret it!
Don’t Buy Clubs You Can’t Hit
Just because Tiger Woods uses forged blades doesn’t mean you have to as well. If you were learning how to ride a bike, you wouldn’t go out and buy the most difficult one to ride.
Take advantage of technology and buy clubs that are more forgiving. You’ll notice a difference. Even some of the pros have started using more forgiving clubs. There’s simply no advantage to getting clubs that you can’t hit. So don’t do it.
Get on a Launch Monitor
If you don’t get on a launch monitor before you buy a new set a clubs, you’re putting yourself at a huge disadvantage. Sure, you can feel which clubs you’re hitting better than others but a launch monitor can give you statistics on the important things that you can’t see.
They’re particularly useful for determining what kind of shafts you should have on your clubs and most facilities will let you use it for free if they know you’re interested in buying new equipment.
Don’t Listen to Everything the “Expert” Tells You
For as many club reps or salesmen that know what they’re talking about, there are just as many that don’t. A lot of guys are only interested in getting you to buy something and because of this, they’ll tell you whatever you want to hear
(NOTE: this isn’t the case with all representatives).
Always trust what you feel. If you don’t like a club but the salesman is pushing you to buy it, don’t give in. Tell him you’d like to look at other options, even if they’re cheaper. It’s always a good idea to get some advice from a teaching pro before you buy a new set of clubs as well. The more opinions, the better.
More Expensive Isn’t Always Better (Do your research)
The $400 driver isn’t always a better option than the $250 driver. Sometimes the cheaper one is just what you’re looking for. If you’re relatively new to the game and you’re buying your first set of new clubs, it might be a good idea to stick with a lower budget.
Chances are, you won’t even be able to tell the difference between the expensive clubs and the cheap ones. After playing for a couple years, you’ll have a better idea of what you need. Always do your own research as well. Get online and check out club reviews. There’s piles of information at your disposal these days. Take advantage of it.