Golf club purchase advice

[Scrapman]

ANY way saint i was ok at golf but never had a matched set of clubs was great with the short game tho.

LET me assure you many hackers do not know the basics of the swing get a few lessons from club pro dunno what they charge per hr or 1/2 hour but they helped improve my game 100%

I was doing it all wrong trying to keep arm too straight forcing a swing and turned my head off the ball

HE shows me it's ok to bend the elbow and to use my hands to point at target and through the swing change grip to over lap from the interlock

soon after i was able to fade or hook the ball as needed BUT like i said i was 90's player because of chitty clubs and grips.

NO you dont need to spend thousands a decent set can be bought for few hunny.

OR as i seen in goodwill omg like new clubs for couple bucks.

 

[lowell]

Golfsmith does have a 30 day return policy to get store credit. Ask about it.
I got Ping G30 irons that I really like. I really think getting fitted for Mizuno or Pings will be the way to go.
Get 6,7,8,9 iron,48,52 and 56 degree wedges, 12 degree driver, 16 degree 3 wood ,22 and 26 degree hybrids.
I would recommend a senior or a regular graphite shaft. No steel shafts on irons.
Later on you might want to get a chipper and a 5 wood.
Golf Galaxy has better customer service. Be sure and get fitted. They also have better prices on putters.

 

[saint]

Golfsmith does have a 30 day return policy to get store credit. Ask about it.
I got Ping G30 irons that I really like. I really think getting fitted for Mizuno or Pings will be the way to go.
Get 6,7,8,9 iron,48,52 and 56 degree wedges, 12 degree driver, 16 degree 3 wood ,22 and 26 degree hybrids.
I would recommend a senior or a regular graphite shaft. No steel shafts on irons.
Later on you might want to get a chipper and a 5 wood.
Golf Galaxy has better customer service. Be sure and get fitted. They also have better prices on putters.

Wish I had checked, I came really close to getting the Ping G30 irons. I picked up the Ping G30 Driver and their 3 wood as well. Ended up getting Callaway XR Hybrid/Iron set, 3H, 4H, 5-PW, regular graphite shaft. Good to know about the exchange policy, am heading out next weekend.

 

[fatdaddycool]

Actually, I did purchase some Callaway X hot irons two years ago and found them on Craigslist new still in the box for $200 or $300. It was a lucky deal at the time as the guy selling them posted while I was looking and had received two sets fir a gift. Anyway, I'm not good either, but I bought them on a friend's recommendation who is a local club pro. Best thing I ever did. They're forgiving and easy to hit. My friend has tweaked my swing and they still hit great. The technology may be a few years old but I wouldn't know as I'm not a study of the game, i just like hitting white things with dimples with a club. (A joke not an insult)
Not sure if the club sets are similar but if so, you'll like them.

Hope this helps,
FDC

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[jas4bama]

regular graphite shaft.

Saint,if you don't mind me asking. How old are you? Only reason I ask is a graphite shaft is usually for a slower club head speed if I'm not mistaken. Again, its usually the indian and not the arrow but shafts are pretty important in a swing. No pun intended on the shafts.

 

[Betone]

Saint,if you don't mind me asking. How old are you? Only reason I ask is a graphite shaft is usually for a slower club head speed if I'm not mistaken. Again, its usually the indian and not the arrow but shafts are pretty important in a swing. No pun intended on the shafts.

Graphite shafts are usually for old men.......who can not swing with force anymore:facepalm:

 

[saint]

Graphite shafts are usually for old men.......who can not swing with force anymore:facepalm:

Rotator cuff issues

 

[Betone]

Rotator cuff issues

Good shaft selection then:0008

 

[Sportsaholic]

Graphite shafts are usually for old men.......who can not swing with force anymore:facepalm:

I like Jack......:shrug:

 

[jas4bama]

Graphite shafts are usually for old men.......who can not swing with force anymore:facepalm:

hahahha,,That's why I was asking,,,,,:toast:

 

[Betone]

I like Jack......:shrug:

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[Betone]

hahahha,,That's why I was asking,,,,,:toast:

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[jigs]

Actually, I did purchase some Callaway X hot irons two years ago and found them on Craigslist new still in the box for $200 or $300. It was a lucky deal at the time as the guy selling them posted while I was looking and had received two sets fir a gift. Anyway, I'm not good either, but I bought them on a friend's recommendation who is a local club pro. Best thing I ever did. They're forgiving and easy to hit. My friend has tweaked my swing and they still hit great. The technology may be a few years old but I wouldn't know as I'm not a study of the game, i just like hitting white things with dimples with a club. (A joke not an insult)
Not sure if the club sets are similar but if so, you'll like them.

Hope this helps,
FDC

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This thread reminds me a lot of the one you had with Kosar, truly an epic one. Discussions and arguments are a good thing, that's what keeps me coming back. Saint and yourself might not like each other, but you respect each other. From there good things happen.

Saint, never worry how you might embarrass yourself in front of other people when you golf,especially your buds. Golf is about spending time with your friends, your always bound to have a decent shot that makes you smile and that's what keeps you coming back.

 

[Wineguy]

Long story short- haven't played a round of golf in about 8 years. I only played for a 4 year span while in school. I was pretty bad, but it was fun.

i'd like to get back into golf and get a little more serious. The main reason is that I'd like my two boys to pick it up at an early age. I think it would be great to be able to leave the electronic world behind and spend quality time on the links as we get older.

I do have a set of clubs I got used but they are pretty shitty. Here is my question- Since I pretty much suck at golf, I'd prefer not to go into the store to have them watch my swing because there's not much to watch. I know the typical answer is to get a set of used clubs, play, and then get fitted for good clubs.

What if I don't mind paying 1k-$1500 off the bat? Is this a major mistake or could I get really nice clubs that I can grow into regarding my skill set? If show, how should I break it down? Iron set, woods, drivers, sand and lob wedge, and putter?

Does anyone want to "build my bag" for me here with suggestions on the above? Open to any and all advice on the topic.

I'll try. Don't need to spend that much and just try to demo some clubs. Some good warehouse places to demo like Golf Warehouse, PGA Superstore, and Golfsmith. Just trust your feeling while swinging, and don't be oversold "x-club for that extra 5 yards". Get what makes your swing feel good. Eliminate 2,3,4 irons and get "rescue" clubs. Too much to explain, just ask local guys. Rescues will be your forgiving shot clubs when 175-225 shots are called for, depending on your game. Try some demo clubs, and by all means, just have fun.

 

[Wineguy]

Golf is for arrogant, elitist, snobs.

Don't waste your money.

Thank me later.

You, Sir, are a dick and just have no idea what a round with friends is like. Oh, I know why, because you HAVE no friends, is my guess. Jealousy sucks.

 

[Wineguy]

I would agree, Ping irons are pretty forgiving . I also like their putters, and Cleveland 52 degree wedge will complete the irons, do not start with 56 degree wedges.... Keep with the same manufacture with the 5,3 & 1 woods. Don't get adjustable woods, especially with beginning to play again....they are BS in my opinion. Hit different ones and decide on which ones you feel comfortable with. Taylor made woods are great, JMO.

Lastly, invest in lessons......Edwin watts has a good program. Since your learning this will give you all the information to pass along to you kids as dad teaches them the game as you improve your game. The most important lesson to learn in golf is to have fun..... Understand it is about the friendships and moments spending with friends and family playing this game that makes it special. GL :0008

:0069 exactly my point to budrow

 

[Wineguy]

You all realize that saint has zero intention of doing any of this. The entire thread was posted for one sentence that everyone was supposed to notice, how much fake money he was willing to pretend to spend.

That's it.


Just like when he falsely asserted that he performs oral surgery in hospitals a few weeks ago. He must have simply forgotten about all his other narcissistic posts about his general practice and not being able to screw patients on medicare.
Or like the time he credited himself as being the sleuth that outed some tout named Hannah as being a fraud. It didn't matter that several others had already posted that very thing long prior to him announcing how heavy a burden it was to be the greatest investigative mind on the board.

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Sheesh dude, did you really come into this thread and throw shit???? Speaking of anger issues, you always just have to have the angle that you think is the only one that is right. Really not surprised though with your Saint hatred similar to KOD with me.

 

[Wineguy]

I don't understand your point, but I do think golf is a great sport that you can play throughout your lifetime. It takes a lot of concentration so it helps you escape from the normal day to day. It sucks that it is an expensive retreat, but if you can afford it, it sure is a great way to get away from the day to day BS. For those of us that are competitive, it's a great outlet for that, since the USGA handicap system allows for all skill levels to compete against each other on a level playing field. Anything is better than sitting home and watching TV (even sports) or playing video games.

Soooooooooooooo this.

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[Wineguy]

They are combination clubs that are a hybrid between a fairway wood and an iron. They are often called rescue clubs. Easier to control than woods and long irons, especially helpful from the rough where an iron can be really tough to get the clubhead through the grass and a wood isn't practical.

I carry a 2 and 4 hybrid in my bag. I hit my 2 hybrid so well that I no longer carry a 3 wood or 5 wood.

Which 2-hybrid do you like? Good idea. I love my 5 wood, can choke down a little for the 200-210 shot and full swing for the 210-225. Distance depends on perfect strike versus not so much yet get away with it shot.

 

[Wineguy]

Getting your kids involved is a great idea......I lived on a golf course, but the game didnt interest much me. Honestly, i didnt want to spend 4 hours with my dad, who is a world class hard ass, when i could be rolling around with my friends. I like it now, but rarely find the time between my biz, lsu football, saints football and my kids athletics. My kids(9 and 10) now have clubs, so we are going to start playing some on weekends. The boys and i play disc golf about once a month. A round takes us about an hour, so much easier to fit in

I wouldnt overspend on a 1st set. $$$$$ isnt an issue for you, so you can upgrade to fancier clubs next year and donate your starter set. I wouldnt worry at all about your charles barkley-esque swing, either. Just have fun. Good luck

Good stuff, Jack.

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