Beginner Golf Set

The different kinds of golf equipment can be a bit confusing for the novice. That's why a Beginner Golf Set is advisable. It makes the decisions easy and need not be too expensive. The golfer needs time to develop and hopefully, he or she will gradually improve. Choose the clubs that are equal to your ability, then you can upgrade as you progress.

Getting the basics is the key and there is no need to buy a lot of different clubs to start with. For example, a typical Beginner Golf Set may contain a Fairway 3 Wood, 450cc Driver, Irons, Hybrid 4-Wood, a Silver Diamond Putter and a stand bag. Around 14 clubs should be sufficient. Some people may select long irons instead of the hybrid; it's a matter of personal preference. Many beginners have hybrids because they do the job of the fairway wood and the long iron in one club.

It's important to choose the right driver, selecting the appropriate loft, shaft flex and grip. A regular shaft will be more flexible, as opposed to a stiff shaft that may be difficult to get a decent swing speed with. The novice will probably find that the clubs they mostly use are the 7-iron and the pitching wedge. The next purchase may be a sand wedge to get the ball out of those pesky bunkers! The advice for anyone starting is to buy cavity back clubs rather than forged blades. Of course, every piece of equipment could be bought separately but Beginner Golf Sets usually prove more economical. If you keep everything in good condition, you may be able to sell it on when you reach the point where you want to upgrade.

The sets sometimes come with accessories and extras, so look out for bargains. They almost always come with a basic stand bag. The set may also contain tees. There are many different brands of golf ball but the most expensive ones will probably not benefit the novice. The priority at this stage is to get distance on the ball, so the less expensive two-piece with a hard center is ideal.

When you are the proud owner of your Beginner Golf Set, you need to think about the other items that are needed, if not in the set. A glove that fits well, golf shoes, and some waterproof clothing are all essential. In addition to the basic equipment, there's nothing wrong with getting a bit of extra practice in. Chipping nets are a lot of fun and good training. Rainy days need not be golf free with a putting machine, which can be used indoors.

There are lots of specialist golf stores and general sports stores to choose from and online retailers too. Sometimes, golf magazines run competitions to win equipment or you can browse through the classified advertisements for used Beginner Golf Sets.