How do I know if my golf clubs are too short?
How do I know if my golf clubs are too short?
You have too much bend in the knees. The tempo is too quick. The ball often goes to the right. The ball usually hits on the club's heel.
Is golf club fitting worth it?
And the answer is absolutely yes, it's worth getting fit for clubs you already have. Especially if you're 5-foot-5, since a stock set of clubs isn't likely to have the proper lie angle for you. If that sounds like you, clubs that once were fitted to you might not be now.
Does golf club length matter?
Playing with clubs that are too long or too short can hurt your game. The right length of the golf clubs can make all the difference in a golfer's game. Each club's length can greatly influence how far a golfer hits the ball and how straight they can hit.
What happens if golf clubs are too long?
Physically, we reach maximum speed when our arms are “straight.” If a club is too long, prohibiting our arms from straightening out, then we will very likely decelerate into impact and the clubface cannot square itself up. Longer length does not mean farther distance!
Do I need shorter golf clubs?
A shorter club technically should improve control and accuracy. A longer club technically should increase distance. A club that is properly fitted in terms of the length of the shaft will maximize accuracy and distance.
How far should you hit a 7 iron?
But No. 1 is by far the biggest "pro." In theory, single-length irons should help golfers achieve far more consistency from swing to swing, from shot to shot. What are the issues with single-length irons? The lower-numbered irons in a same-length set tend to fly a little lower than traditional irons.
Does club length make a difference?
The right length of the golf clubs can make all the difference in a golfer's game. Each club's length can greatly influence how far a golfer hits the ball and how straight they can hit.
Should shorter golfers choke up?
This is an obvious one but many golfers who are around 5'8” choke down to reduce the length of the club and have great results. No problem with that. If it works, go for it. But always remember to keep the swing smooth and silky.
What happens if shaft is too flexible?
If a golfer is using a shaft that is too flexible, here are the likely results: 1. The ball will possibly fly higher for any given loft. If the golfer is using the proper loft for his or her swing mechanics, this could cause a slight decrease from the golfer's maximum potential distance.
How long should a driver be for my height?
For example, if you are 6-feet tall and your wrist-to-floor measurement is 35 inches, a standard length driver — 44 inches for a steel shaft driver and 45 inches for a graphite shaft driver — would be appropriate.
How do you know if your golf clubs are too long?
You have to stand up almost completely straight. You're unable to move your lower body using proper swinging mechanics. The ball often flies off to the left and too high. The club's shaft feels very weak.
How do you increase golf club shaft length?
The general rule is that until they are 60 inches tall, they'll be fine with a set of junior clubs from a good manufacturer. After they reach 5 feet, experienced junior players really benefit from having each club fit for their game. The weight of the golf club is also very important to junior golfers.