Basic Golf - Separating Clones Or Name Brands

Ones first purchase of a complete set of golf clubs can be daunting. Think about renting as an alternative, at least for a few times, since it is such an expensive investment. Buying a cheap used set is another alternative.

Always consider buying clone golf clubs. They deliver the same performance as name brand but at considerable savings. When one is new to the game, it is unlikely that one will have a grasp of what clubs and equipment tweaks would help their game.

Think of the old bromide, look before you leap; that applies to golf. Before you spend good money on expensive name brands, rent, buy clones and learn a few things about the sport. Apply your body type and level of play into your golf purchase considerations.

You'll want to have the club fit your individual stature. It affects performance if your clubs do not fit your individual characteristics. The more one plays, the better their judgment of style choice will be.

Woods: A 1-wood is called the driver but there are also "drivers" that are dedicated drivers, and not a 1-wood. Fairway woods are shorter in length, the driver being the longest club in the bag. When it comes down to it, personal preference and how it feels to hit the ball with the driver or fairway wood is what matters.

Irons: Golf clubs referred to as irons have grooves cut into the club face. Irons are classified as long, mid and short irons. The irons with the highest lofts are the short irons. The short irons are the 8 and 9 irons. Mid irons are 5, 6 and 7 irons and the long irons are 1, 2, 3 and 4 irons.

Putters: Putters come in club head styles of blade, heel-toe and mallet. Lengths come in belly putters, standard and broomstick (long) putters. Putters are the most used club in the game and particular attention should be paid to fit and preference of putter.

Utility clubs: Utility clubs combine features of woods and irons and are best for beginners who may not want to buy too many clubs in the beginning. The center of gravity on a lot of golf clubs is usually around the middle to high point on a clubface.

In the beginning, it is best to get used clubs or a cheap set of clubs. To save money on new clubs, consider clone golf club purchases. You get the same quality but without the expensive label.