I am a beginner at golf and i want to get a set of clubs what brand should i get?

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I am a beginner at golf and i want to get a set of clubs what brand should i get?

Answer 1

"Andrew S" answer is correct in a lot of respects, but particularly you want to check out non-specialist golf shops, as they often have good quality clubs for decent prices. Try to see if you can get a brand new set that is knocked-down as they're being replaced or else allow up to $/£400 for irons(3-SW/AW-What the h**l is this club for? Only Americans seem to us it!?!) inclusive, then allow another $/£250 for a couple of woods. Then throw in a good putter, and possibly a "lob wedge" and you're away. I particularly reccommend a set of good quality, "fatshaft" clubs. These are great for people who don't play regularly because they help to reduce your slices and hooks so they're not as bad as they would be without fatshaft clubs. And anyway, anything up to $/£1000 for the lot would be v. fair as long as you'll have them for at least 3-5 years.

Answer 2

All the above answers are ok.

Start off with a relatively inexpensive set of clubs and with the money left over invest in a few lessons with your local instructor. Golf is indeed a difficult game - by taking a few lessons and learning the correct stance, grip etc.. you will eliminate all the bad habits beginners develop if they don't take a few lessons first.

Hope this helps - and remember - above all enjoy the game !

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Answer 3

I always recommend Callaway X20 because thats how i started & they have worked out great. So from experience go the extra mile & spend the extra dollar but get yourself some quality clubs. If you dont spend the extra dollar now you will spend double once you get over the clubs you get.

Answer 4

FORGET BRAND YOU DO NOT HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT THAT AT ALL. SEE IF ONE OF YOUR BUDDIES HAVE A SET YOU CAN BARROW AT FIRST. GOTO EBAY OR BETTER YET A FLEA MARKET AND BUY SOME USED ONES. TAKE SOMEONE WHO HAS SOMEWHAT OF AN IDEA ABOUT CLUBS AND DONT BUY A SET BECAUSE OF THE NAME. BUY THE SET THAT IS FOR A BEGINNER NOT A LOW HANDICAPPER. EXAMPLE A SET IF TITLISTS BLADES VS. HIPPO CAVITY BACKS? YA YOU WANT THE TITLISTS BUT YOU WOULD HIT THE LESS DESIRABLE HIPPO 'S BETTER. IT IS A FACT SORRY.

Answer 5

I am an avid golfer and wish to share with you a fountain of knowledge

If you want to enjoy and prosper in the game of golf for many years to come, then please take this valuable advice..

You cannot enjoy the simple game like golf if you worry about how you play, how you look, who is looking at you, and what brand of golf clubs you poccess

For your first 2-3 years of playing golf play with just one club.......A 7 iron

This club is the most versitile club that will ever have a place in a golfers bag..

One can execute every possible golf shot with this club

Playing with this club and this club only will develop a golfer who can adapt to any playing condition with any shot with any club...

You will be able to drive fade draw pitch punch flop chip and putt in a clever and versitile way

The trouble with beginner golfers is that they do not understand the feel of a club  and have  not yet developed a feel for their surroundings...

Golf is about honing strengths that enable one to have competitive edge over all on the field..

If you abstain from buying a full set of clubs for 2-3 years and play with just a 7 iron  REGULARLY for this time you will be an adaptable and clever golfer...you will have developed an ingenious scence of evaluating your game...

Then down the line when you buy your complete set of clubs you will notice how easily you can master any club and any shot

Also in the coming years 2-3 dont count your score dont ponder and sulk over bad shots/games...but reflect

And find great pleasure when you pull off that brilliantly simple shot when all else seems to go wrong in your game that day

ENJOY YOUR GOLF

AND INVEST IN A 7 IRON WITH A NICE AND BIG CLUBHEAD

Regards

Bob

Answer 6

go to your local golf course and get a lesson first. or ask a friend for a lesson then go buy clubs that fit your game. golf is the most difficult game there is and you need alot of practice and patience to play, before you buy a new set of clubs. also check out like ebay or craigs list for golf clubs there are some great deals. the brand wont really matter untill you start playing every week 2 or 3 times .

Answer 7

While I agree with the 7 iron approach listed above, 2-3 years is  a bit extreme. I'd say a few months with this approach is plenty. I would add that you shouldn't bother to get a driver for the first year. Start out with a 3 or 5 wood off the tee.

As for what you should get for clubs, just remember this: A used set of good clubs is FAR better than new set of bad clubs.  Buying bad clubs is the biggest mistake that beginners make. In other words, don't go to WalMart and spend $300 on a new set of no-name clubs when you can go on eBay and get top of the line used clubs for the same price.

Trust me, there is a difference!

As for what to get, it all depends on how much you want to spend. I always tell people to go with either the Ping Zing 2 or Callaway x-12 irons.  They are great clubs for beginners. Very forgiving and easy to hit. You can get either of these sets used on eBay for under $250.  

If you don't want used, think of it this way, your new clubs will be "used" after about a month anyway, so you might as well save some cash!

Answer 8

Since you're beginning, don't be concerned with the brand of clubs you get until you have an understanding of the basics of the game.  I started out with a Wal-Mart brand and once I got an understanding of how to play, I bought a name brand set.

Answer 9

Starting with a lesson and getting professional advice would be a good way to start. If that is not for you then I would say that instead of looking for a brand, look for features, such as:

1. A good DEEP CAVITY BACK that is more forgiving than those with less cavity. (Stay away from blades until you are very good)

2. A WIDE SOLE which will make it easier for you to get a cleaner hit.

3. A quality shaft (Tru-Temper would be one) people overlook the quality of a shaft so often and it makes a huge difference.

4. Your probably not going to have much of a choice in the shaft flex of an economy set of clubs and will have to stick with regular shafts. However, go to a golf store anyway where they will measure your swing speed and get some advice on the flex and kick point that you should have. You can find economy sets with stiff shafts if that is what you need.

5. Swing lots of clubs at the indoor range of your local golf store and see what feels right.

6. Try to pick a set where the sole of the club sits flat on the floor when you take your normal stance. The toe or heal should not be off the floor. ( have a friend check it with a piece of paper under the sole)

7. Get grips that feel good to you and fit properly. If the fingers on your left hand (assuming your right handed) touch the heal of you left hand when you grip the club, the grips are too small. There should be a slight space (Very slight) between your fingers and the heal.

If you are going to spend a little more money, get fitted by a professional. It will make the game a lot more fun.