Is your golf set the perfect fit for your game?

 
The set of golf clubs has changed considerably from the days where woods were made from wood, irons were made from iron, and putters were the smallest club in the golf bag. 

The present set of golf clubs combines a variety of materials - such as titanium, tungsten, carbon fibre – and come with a variety of shaft types to maximize control and optimize distance. The physical attributes of golf clubs incorporate designs to maximize Co-efficient of Restitution (COR) with High moment of Inertia (MOI).  

At The HOUSE of GOLF we embrace technology and stay on top of all the latest developments. We pass this knowledge onto our customers so that you can always make informed decisions. The benefits of technology without the hassle of a complicated decision making process.  

Over the years one constant remains – the maximum amount of golf clubs with which a player is allowed to compete is fourteen. 



The main components of any golf set can be summarized into six categories 

1) The Golf Driver – most often the longest golf club in a player’s golf bag, the driver is designed with the largest club head size for maximum forgiveness. The driver is most commonly used from the tee on longer holes. For many beginner players the driver is the most difficult club to use due to the longer length and lower loft relative to other clubs. Refer to Drivers for a more detailed summary of this category. 

2) The Fairway wood(s) – represent the next category of club in a player’s bag. As the name suggests this club is most commonly used for distance from the fairway. A fairway wood may also substitute a driver from the tee as it can give greater control due to its lesser length and higher loft. Refer to Fairway Woods for a more detailed summary of this category. 

3) The Hybrid – represents a relatively new category of club design and, without doubt, a category growing in representation and recommendation for all players - especially where greater control is required. Hybrids are designed for ease of use and more consistency of play for golfers of all levels. This explains the growing popularity of hybrids across the board. Refer to Hybrids for a more detailed summary of this category.

4) The Iron Set – is the section of a player’s bag designed for approaching the green from the fairway. Irons are considerably shorter than woods and hybrids and are designed to elevate the ball when struck correctly, allowing the ball to land and stop more quickly on the putting green. Irons become progressively more lofted and shorter as the numbers increase. The higher the number (and subsequently the loft) the less distance a ball will travel when struck correctly. Refer to Irons for a more detailed summary of this category.

5) The Wedge Set – is a continuation of the irons and one of the most under-rated, yet most important, segments of the golf set. Wedges represent the most lofted clubs in a player’s golf set and are vital for shot making close to the green (including from sand “bunkers” or hazards). Terms such as gap, sand and lob are used to refer to the wedge set. Refer to Wedges for a more detailed summary of this category.

6) The Putter – represents the most important club in a player’s golf set. There are many differing designs of putters, including elements such as alignment markings, face inserts, adjustable weights and different lengths. The most important aspect when selecting a putter is to ensure you feel comfortable with the putter selected and that it suits your posture and putting stroke. Refer to Putters for a more detailed summary of this category.

If you want to be sure the fourteen clubs in your bag are giving you the best game possible, come into The HOUSE of GOLF for a consultation with one of our expert technicians. We give you that extra confidence boost out on the green.