What Golf Gear is Best for Beginners?
Golf does require some equipment to get started, and luckily there are some courses that will accommodate those who don’t own golf equipment with rental services that provide the needed golf gear to get out on the course. There are constantly new, innovative equipment items out there made to get more distance in your drive or better accuracy with your irons. But for the beginner, all you’ll need is the willingness to start playing, as most of your improvements will come from learning and applying those lessons to your game. If you’re a beginner, here are some basic golf equipment and items you’ll need to get started.
Golf Balls
When you have a walk around a pro golf shop, you’ll be absolutely amazed at the colorful display of golf balls available. But remember that you’re just starting to figure out the basics of your golf game. Having the latest in distance-maximizing golf balls isn’t really an advantage when you’re smacking them into the woods. For starters, get some basic 2-piece construction balls around $1 apiece, and when you start hitting the ball consistently where you want, invest in more expensive ones.
Clubs
If all the golf balls in the pro shop were intimidating, wait until you see their selection of clubs! As a beginner, you might consider investing in a half set of clubs, which consists of five irons, three- and five-wood, and a putter. True, this isn’t the full set of clubs most golfers are using, but it removes those unnecessary clubs and makes club selection easier for the beginner. This way, you’ll be focusing more on improving your ball-striking, not depending on your golf tech. Rent or borrow a few brands of clubs, if possible, and seek out the opinion of fellow golfers and experts on brands to buy.
Golf Bag
First, be aware of the differences between carry bags and cart bags. If your game includes doing a lot of walking, a carry bag is what you’re looking for. However, if you’re at a course that prohibits walking and primarily uses golf carts, a cart bag is your best bet. Whichever version you choose, get a well-crafted one so you won’t soon need a replacement.
Apparel
Golf shoes and golf gloves aren’t necessarily mandatory golf gear to have, but you’ll find that both will be useful to you out on the course. Also, golf clothing doesn’t have to be the stereotypical golfer’s loud colors and patterns. Some courses do institute a dress code, so find out in advance what’s permissible.
The Most Important Thing
We’ve discussed equipment and gear that will help those beginners out there, but there’s nothing more important than just getting out there and learning on the course (be sure to read about etiquette in the USGA Rules Book). Also, it is strongly recommended that the beginning golfer and those hoping to improve seek lessons from a PGA or LPGA Professional. New advances in golf gear innovations can enhance your golf game, but only consistent improvement will help you reach that next level. That’s true for everyone from the first-time club holder to the seasoned veteran.
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