I’ve been playing golf 12 yrs. Never had a good set of clubs.Finally gonna buy a set. I need help. Any advice?
I always used the clubs ‘hacker’. Shot mid of 90-100. Typical righty fade / slice on most shots, but not hit some very good shots mixed with I’m going to golf shops, etc looking around and asking questions. It seems that the consensus is that I need improvement irons game? In addition, you should definitely get fitted for clubs. I was recommended: Taylor Made RAC OS2, Taylor Made R7 Draw, Adams A3 OS, Cobra S9, Callaway Big Bertha 06 and 08, Nike Slingshot OSS. There are so many options and things to consider. I really want to work to shoot in the 80s and I really want to make my new club purchase good and best clubs for me. Everyone (especially serious golfers) who can tell me something, be it advice in general, what to look for or the recommendations of the club (which I listed or not) would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
June 20th, 2010 at 12:36 pm
If money is no object (Under $1000) go to a golf shop and let them watch you swing and measure you. It would be well worth the money. From what you have said about your game I would consider a Hybrid set. (Adams golf have some very good hybrids) good luck with your game
June 20th, 2010 at 1:34 pm
You are headed in the right direction. Full-Cavity Back is the right choice for sure. I would consider price ranges, because irons are an investment to say the least. The best advice for you is to go to a local pro shop and demo the irons that fit your game type and price range. Hit a few balls and see what you truly believe what you think is the best. Never buy any club without testing it.
PS Make sure when you demo irons and find the right one, have the pro shop fit you properly with length, shaft flex, and lie angle of the club. Crucial that you do that.
June 20th, 2010 at 1:35 pm
I will highly recommened the Taylor Made RAC OS2’s, I have only been golfing for the last 2 years and those clubs helped me to have confidence
They are very forgiving, and very easy to swing,
I went from the low 100 to the upper 80 low 90 range in just a few rounds now i am pretty stable at around 82-83,
June 20th, 2010 at 1:49 pm
I am a serious fan on Tour Edge clubs. They are BY FAR the best clubs for the price… Not many people have heard of them because they don’t advertise their product much and they don’t sponsor a pro tour player… These clubs are forgiving and are priced around $300.00 for the irons. The metal woods are reasonable too!
June 20th, 2010 at 1:52 pm
12 years of golfing and its time to get new clubs. Hoping to shoot in 80’s and interested in game improvement clubs.
OK, short and sweet.
First, all of the cavity backed irons made by the main manufactures are the same or extremely similar. In fact the real only difference is in shaft and feel. Thus, get your head speed measured and hit a few balls to see how the clubs feel.
*I would not recommend to any customers the purchase of any Draw or Fade biased drivers, irons or hybrids. This “tool” does nothing but mask your swings imperfections, Which is fine if you intend on always having an incorrect swing. Thus purchase cavity backed irons which are not biased for draw or fade, so that you yourself can learn how to control the ball yourself, you will have to do this to shoot low 80’s.
Lastly, Tour Edge does make good solid clubs which are well built, however if cost is not an option the Taylor Made Racs or Cleveland Launchers are great starts. Good luck and seriously, practice, every day if you can, get to range.
I have played 4yrs university golf and currently am an assistant pro getting my CGPA certification. GOOD LUCK
June 20th, 2010 at 2:07 pm
Most manufactures make a nice game improvement iron; the best iron is very debatable.
In my experience, get an iron that closely resembles the irons you are playing now. Large heads, with big offsets just don’t look good to me and they wont look good to you, unless that is what you have been playing. Changing irons not worth it, unless you get comfortable with them quickly.
June 20th, 2010 at 3:01 pm
Instead of spending a bunch of money on irons, try getting a nice putter and a couple of nice wedges. Learn how to use a sand wedge around the green and a bump and run shot with an 8 or 9 iron. If you can get better with these shots, I guarantee you’ll be able to lower your score by 5-10 shots a round