Golf Clubs

[Dex]

Most of my friends play golf regularly. I suck but will play now and then and borrow a set from a friend or coworker. But I'm looking to make it a more regular thing. Should I invest in older used clubs only buying what I need. Or buy a new set on Amazon for like $300? Not looking to go pro or anything it's just a fun past time.

 

https://www.amazon.com/Callaway-Strata-Complete-Piece-Package/dp/B00Q8I1BX8/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=golf+club+set+men&qid=1552419221&s=gateway&sr=8-3

 

Also what clubs are absolutely mandatory if I chose to buy separately?

[The_Light_Brigade]

That set should do you.  You could try yard sales or play it again but that set has what you need.  If you find yourself playing and getting a lot better then I would suggest investing in a better set.  

[OHYO]

Go to a driving range that has different type club styles you can try and go from there. What feels good and works for you might not work for me. Don’t buy a pig in a poke when it comes to golf clubs.

[blackcat]

17 minutes ago, OHYO said:

Go to a driving range that has different type club styles you can try and go from there. What feels good and works for you might not work for me. Don’t buy a pig in a poke when it comes to golf clubs.

Good advice.  Once you find something you like, search Ebay.  If you don't play that much, think about leaving out a driver and going with a 3 wood and a couple of hybrids, which are easier to hit and will eliminate the need for a 3 and 4 iron as well.

[Dex]

16 minutes ago, blackcat said:

Good advice.  Once you find something you like, search Ebay.  If you don't play that much, think about leaving out a driver and going with a 3 wood and a couple of hybrids, which are easier to hit and will eliminate the need for a 3 and 4 iron as well.

A driver is the main club I'm interested in getting new. Particularly because I like to go to the driving range. Was thinking of getting a new Big Bertha.

[blackcat]

9 minutes ago, Dex said:

A driver is the main club I'm interested in getting new. Particularly because I like to go to the driving range. Was thinking of getting a new Big Bertha.

Drivers are the hardest club in the bag to hit, that's why I suggested skipping that one altogether (for now).

Make sure you try out different brands in different lofts with different shafts.  There's a lot of variables with drivers and you can spend a lot of $$$ on them.  poo, I have a buddy who will spend $300 just on a shaft for his driver.  Regardless, buy what works for you, don't get hung up on a certain brand.

 

 

[The_Light_Brigade]

Now my father would recommend "60 Yards In" which is a book by Raymond Floyd. I read that as a young teenager.  Basically, the last thing you need to worry about as a beginner is distance on your tee shot.  Play the hole, learn how to hack it out of the crap you'll inevitably be in and hit the putt.  You'll have a lot more fun. Remember, if you play and you start getting pissed off, it's time to stop playing. 

[Anybodyhome]

The most expensive club in your bag is the driver. And you hit it maybe 14-15 times a round... out of 120 shots.

Meanwhile, most guys are looking for deals on their irons, which account for about 85-90 of those 120 shots.

Irons are most important, and you should spend the most time looking for a club that you have an eye for (does it look square and true at address), does it feel good in your hands and do you feel balanced when swinging it?

Shoulder aligned with the feet, feet aligned with the club face- everything look square? Hit it and see where it goes on a consistent basis and work from there.

Irons (4-PW), woods (D, 3W) wedges (56 & 60), putter- that's all ya need to start.

 

[LinvilleGorge]

5 hours ago, blackcat said:

Drivers are the hardest club in the bag to hit, that's why I suggested skipping that one altogether (for now).

Make sure you try out different brands in different lofts with different shafts.  There's a lot of variables with drivers and you can spend a lot of $$$ on them.  poo, I have a buddy who will spend $300 just on a shaft for his driver.  Regardless, buy what works for you, don't get hung up on a certain brand.

 

 

This. I still swing clubs that are ten years old. They just work for me. I've tried out other drivers and I don't get anymore distance and less consistency. I've tried out other irons and I get more distance but no more consistency. I don't care about distance out of irons, just consistency. Who cares if that 7 iron goes 150 or 170? As long as the distance is consistent. People just want to dick swing about hitting "x iron" I a green "x far away"? Who cares? 

[SmokinwithWilly]

One thing that changed my game dramatically was getting clubs the right length. The first set I got on my own ended up being too short because I bought standard clubs and I wasted money on the clubs and I really started to hate golf. The second set I got fitted for and it worked out much better for me because I was able to swing properly instead of being bent over too far. My second set ended up running about $400 -$450, but the extra 1.5 inches on club length made a world of difference. 

[LinvilleGorge]

3 hours ago, Anybodyhome said:

The most expensive club in your bag is the driver. And you hit it maybe 14-15 times a round... out of 120 shots.

Meanwhile, most guys are looking for deals on their irons, which account for about 85-90 of those 120 shots.

Irons are most important, and you should spend the most time looking for a club that you have an eye for (does it look square and true at address), does it feel good in your hands and do you feel balanced when swinging it?

Shoulder aligned with the feet, feet aligned with the club face- everything look square? Hit it and see where it goes on a consistent basis and work from there.

Irons (4-PW), woods (D, 3W) wedges (56 & 60), putter- that's all ya need to start.

 

My game actually improved a lot when I stopped swinging the driver so much and started focusing on setting up the next shot. I mean, if it's a 360 yard par 4 and I hit my driver 300 yards it does me no favors to hit the big stick. If I hit it well, I'm in that awkward half swing spot where virtually all weekend golfers are terrible, myself included. I'm going to hit my 4 wood (I don't carry a 3) about 240 and decide between a strong PW or an easy 9 for the approach. I'm going to be a lot better off with either of those options than I would be a half PW.

[Pejorative Miscreant]

Starting out, I think a 3 or 4 wood for driving would yield the best results. 3 3 blade, 5,7 and 9 iron.  PW, SW and putter added is all you will need.  But you will get a driver too cause it goes far on the range.  It’s cool when u make good contact, the ball goes far and there are no trees and forest you have to dig thru. 

There are tons of clubs on Craigslist and letgo   

Happy hitting.  

[Cuttinedge]

Bunch of good advice. Look at some Taylor made 2.0 burner irons Easy to hit. Very forgiving and good distance. If u get good look into some Srixon forged irons. 

Taylor Made drivers are crazy forgiving. And Long. Don’t scrimp on the putter try a lot and buy a good one u feel confident while standing over. A great putt makes up for several poor shots. Now days average golfers shouldn’t carry anything less than a 5 iron. Hybrids are a godsend. Calaways or Taylor made

[Darth Biscuit]

I'm hurt that you didn't ask me this @Dex :(