We’re here to reassure you that if you’re having a hard time consistently hitting the ball, it may not be you that’s the problem. It could be what’s lurking in your bag. Beginners, or those with a high handicap, upon closer inspection, often discover they haven’t been using the best clubs for their skill level. When it comes to golf clubs for beginners, you should be looking for those that are the most forgiving, but at the same time provide distance, as well as being consistent. Anyone would agree this is the best way to improve your game.
We’re here to help with the decision making process as we look at all the different clubs, and which ones might offer more power and consistency in your shots.
What to look out for in the best golf clubs for beginners
Maximum forgiveness and improved ability when it comes to striking the ball are vital qualities of all the best women’s golf clubs for beginners. In fact, this goes for all the best beginner golf club sets.
Inconsistent hitting can be a bit of a problem, and the best solution is an over-sized club that offers a much bigger ‘sweet spot’. The chance of a mishit shot decreases as the clubface gets larger. When playing with irons, the sweet spot of the clubface can be increased by the perimeter weighting. This quality increases the club’s forgiveness. Which will lead to more consistent straight hits.
When the weighting is in place, shots hot on the toe or heel can be a much truer hit. This is because the contact is more solid than if there was no perimeter weighting. Slicing through long grass will be a lot easier if the club has a wide sole, and the trajectory of the ball will be much higher. Slightly shorter clubs, also help better ball to club contact.
An introduction to the clubhead and what to look for
Consider including a club with an offset clubhead. The reason for this is that the face impacts slightly later. Thereby closing the clubhead rather than opening it at the moment of impact. An offset clubhead also induces the hands of the player to move slightly forward on the grip. The instances of hitting the ground before the ball will be greatly reduced. Some clubheads have an adjustable weighting system that’s easily adjusted to compliment certain swing patterns.
Is there an ideal fairway wood?
A hybrid or wood is perfect when you find yourself in the rough or are hitting from the fairway. They both have more loft and a low center of gravity. These qualities make them easier to use if you need to get the ball high in the air, as well as achieve greater distance.
A best starter golf club set will have a driver
A beginner’s driver should have a larger head size, in order for the hitting area and club face to be increased. Extra loft of a minimum 12-15 degrees will increase your shot height. The extra loft will also improve backspin, and the risk of left or right curves will be reduced.
Best beginner golf club sets will also have a putter
Putting is not the easiest of shots to master, and in the beginning three putts will be the norm. As you get more practice, so this number will reduce. It’s very difficult for novices to judge putting distances, but if you keep your head above the ball it will certainly help.
Beginners tend to have more success with mallet putters with an offset. Rather than traditional blades that are better left to the experts. Mallet putters have a helpful guide on the putter head to help line up the putt. A shaft that is offset means you can get your eye over the ball, and line up your shots easier.
The right choice of starter golf club sets will greatly improve your scores
When it comes to choosing the best starter golf club sets, beginners should pick clubs that improve the chances of good scores. For an amateur it’ll be easier to hit a long shot with a 4- or 5-iron, than it will using a 2- or 3- iron. Instead, it might be better to carry a driver, 3-, 5-, and 7-wood rather than the longer irons. Recently, however, hybrids have gained popularity, whatever the skill level, as a replacement for the difficult to hit long irons. With a hybrid you get the best of both worlds, irons and woods. Resulting in a club that’s easier to hit, has much better control, but doesn’t make any sacrifices when it comes to distance.
Once you’ve got your clubs organized, you’re ready to hit the green. Relax and enjoy this great sport of kings and queens.
