Why You Should Consider Single Length Golf Clubs—Part two
Which Golf Clubs Are Better: Conventional or Single Length?
You want to learn how to play golf like Tiger Woods, purchasing either set of golf clubs will probably not deliver this dream. And speaking of Tiger Woods, he seems to play alright with conventional golf equipment. Sure, sure the argument might be made that he would play even better with a set of single length clubs…but nobody knows the answer to that argument. So here goes, if you are happy with your current discount golf clubs or have played the game for a number of years and are comfortable with the conventional incremental shaft lengths I see no reason to switch. It is a little like the latest Driver or Putter that hits the market. Sure there are features of the clubs that might help improve a golfer’s game, but more often than not the club isn’t the Holy Grail and will not make you a champion overnight. If you are not in the market for a new set of clubs or your appointed dreaming clubs—callaway x-22 irons then I would not recommend you run out and buy a set of single length golf clubs. What many people don’t realize is that these golf clubs for sale have been around for a long time. Commercially they were available back in the 1980’s when Tommy Armour golf manufactured them under the name EQL irons. The golf clubs were popular but the company found it difficult to make these custom clubs in the face of a low cost/high volume environment. Which leads us to reasons that you might want to try these clubs, you are in the market for a set of custom fitted clubs. Single length golf clubs cost more than a standard set you pull off of a store shelf, and are comparable in price to custom fitted golf equipment.
So, if you are planning to make an overhaul to your equipment or are just entering the golf market and are considering the Custom Club route…then single length clubs may be just the answer for you.
To be continued
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Why You Should Consider Single Length Golf Clubs–Part One
If you spend much time around golfers you have probably heard Single Length Golf clubs talked about, or have seen a group standing around gawking at a set on the driving range. I had heard quite a bit about them, lots of talk in the club house and driving range, but the information all seemed a little confusing to me. So I decided to conduct my own research and see what I could find out single length golf clubs, and get the straight scoop on whether they were something the beginning golfer should consider purchasing.
What Are Single Length Golf Clubs?
The length of traditional discount golf clubs varies between clubs, typically there is ½ inch difference built into the set. So for example, the length of your 8 Iron is ½ inch shorter than your 7 Iron. Single length golf clubs eliminate these differences so your entire set is the same length, your 5 Iron is the same length as your 7 Iron as your 9 Iron. In fact, single length golf clubs have the same club length, the same swing weight, provide the same momentum, and the same shaft flex throughout a set of golf equipment.
Why are Conventional Clubs Different Lengths?
This is the obvious question that we all ask when considering whether single length golf clubs make sense for us. Ironically, before the introduction of steel shafts into the sport of golf all golf clubs for sale were built the same length. Hickory shafts were the shaft of choice during this time period and each set of clubs was custom made for each golfer based upon their individual requirements, their wrist to floor static measurements. Well, as you can imagine building clubs in this manner was very time consuming and very expensive, and require that a person had measurable wealth to afford a set of hickory shaft clubs.
The introduction of steel into golf allowed the golf shafts to be produced mechanically, at a high volume and lower cost than the hickory golf shafts allowed. Large sporting goods companies jumped into the golf market eager to supply loads of cheap steel shaft clubs. There was one problem however, these manufacturers could not produce single length custom fitting to their customers but rather, needed to mass produce thousands and thousands of homogenous clubs. The solution was to produce clubs with a ½ inch difference in length…the thinking being that at least a couple of clubs like TaylorMade R7 CGB MAX Irons may fit their customers. So the irony is that conventional clubs differ in length because of a manufacturing decision that was made almost 80 years ago.
To be continued…
The path to peace and relaxation is paved with golf clubs
Have you felt stressed or under too much pressure lately? Perhaps a new hobby would help you get rid of all the tension. Yoga is a fashionable way of putting an end to stress. However, if you want to also improve your health and make new friends, golf is the perfect choice. More and more people become passionate golf players, as this is a sport for everyone, the young and the old, the rich and the poor. It doesn’t require excessive physical effort or expensive equipment, like other sports do. All you need is a good pair of Golf clubs and the desire to play.
We live in a very stressful world. Irascible bosses, tight deadlines, long extra hours, bad traffic, enormous bills, spoiled children, annoying neighbors, nagging mothers-in-law…and the list of all the daily things that bother and stress us could go on. Golf is an excellent opportunity to leave all your worries behind for a few hours and get to finally relax. It’s just you, your golf equipment and the quiet field. No pressure, no hurry, no complicated stuff. Other sports, like basketball, football or racing, are all about competition, about being the firs, the best, the fastest. In fact, these sports increase your level of stress instead of lowering it. Golf is different. It is not important to be the best golfer on the course, but with patience and perseverance, you will become a good golfer.
When you are in a hurry, you will probably only make things worse. This statement isn’t always true, but when it comes to golfing, it is undeniable. In order to successfully hit the ball into the holes, you need a lot of patience and concentration. If you are too anxious or agitated, you will probably get bored and give up. Golf somehow resembles chess, as both games require calm and concentration. Of course, good discount golf clubs and an experienced instructor are also useful, but in the end, it is all up to the player. It is not the golf equipment that makes the difference between a skillful and a less skillful golfer, but the ability to focus on the game.
Golf will also offer you the occasion to meet new and interesting people who can become your friends. There is a very strong sense of solidarity among golfers, so if you are a novice, you will find many experienced golfers who are willing to teach you their secrets. Don’t hesitate to ask the others whenever you feel unsure, as there are many things you need to learn, from the best golf equipment to the proper grip on your TaylorMade R9 Driver. You can also use the Internet to find solutions to your problems as there are many websites that offer golf tips and even online golf lessons.
Some people take golf very seriously and constantly try to improve their style of playing, take up golfing classes and always buy the latest and finest golf equipment and golf clubs. For others, golf is just an opportunity to relax and have fun with your friends during the weekends. Whatever category you belong to, the hours spent on the golf course will be part of your most enjoyable memories.
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