Think your golf struggles are all down to your swing? Not necessarily. The wrong golf clubs can sabotage even the best technique. Here are 5 warning signs that your equipment is working against you.
1. You’re Fighting a Slice or Hook
If you’re constantly battling a big miss, it might not be mechanics — it could be the wrong golf club, a shaft that’s too stiff, too flexible, the wrong bend profile or the wrong length or weight could be the underlying factor impeding your game.
2. Your Distances Don’t Add Up
Do your 7-iron and 8-iron go almost the same distance? Poor gapping is a sure sign your clubs aren’t suited to your swing. Do your playing partners hit their driver the same distance as you however you are hitting a longer iron then they do when you are hitting from the same position?
3. You Struggle to Get the Ball Airborne
If your shots are too low, you may have the wrong loft on your clubs or be playing the wrong shaft profile and flex. A fitting helps to identify your needs and matches you to an appropriate combination of club head and shaft that will help with launch and spin and gets the ball flying properly and the correct distance relative to your club speed.
4. You Feel Tired After a Round
Too-heavy shafts or grips force you to work harder than necessary. The right equipment should make the game easier, not exhausting. During the fitting process you should be testing the most appropriate shaft weight to help you swing with more ease. The most suitable grip will also contribute to your feeling of ease when swinging the club.
5. You’re Not Improving Despite Lessons
If your swing is better but scores aren’t dropping, your clubs might be the limiting factor. Pros know it — so should you.
If you recognised yourself in any of these signs, your clubs may be holding you back. Stop fighting your equipment. Make the switch to custom fit golf clubs that help you play better golf and enjoy your time on the golf course.
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