As a golf beginner you should always start with used golf and stay away from getting anew clubs set
. The reason behind it is many people end up quitting the game after realizing that golf is not the game for them. Also during the learning stage you are yet to find the golf clubs suitable for you, only after playing it for some time you can decide which one fits you. Below are few which can help you in choosing your used club.
It is always recommended to play using the rental golf clubs available in the driving range. Do not hesitate to try clubs from other golfers as it will help you to find the one best suited for you. After playing many rounds over time by using different golf clubs you will start getting the idea of which one suit you better. After you have spent some time with rented golf clubs and you have found the correct club and decide to purchase a used one then you should have a golf professional who have good knowledge of golf equipments along with you who can help you make the purchase. You can take advice about used golf clubs from experts at club shops or can also ask from professionals who have experience at your local golf course.
As a beginner it is advised to only use half set of golf clubs. The clubs which are included in the half set can be chosen according to your needs. Normally new players stay away from the driver as it is very difficult to control it. This makes club selection easier as well as most new players find it sufficient to play all kind of shots. Half set is a great deal to improve your swing until you are fluent enough to upgrade to full set. Also make sure that the half set club are from a reputed manufacturer so that you can complete your set easily whenever to decide to.
While purchasing a used club, try to grab it in your hands a swing to get the feel of how it will act while playing the game. Make sure that the club head is made of stainless steel and also try to get clubs with bigger club heads. The advantage of bigger club had is that when you are new you ought to miss the sweet spot of the club while hitting but a bigger club wont make much impact on the shot even if it is a bit off. Although steel shaft golf clubs will be cheaper than graphite but when it comes to swing, graphite shaft being the lighter allows you to swing at a faster pace. Grip is the one thing which cannot be ignored at all. Since you are getting a used club in most of the cases the grip would have worn out. Make sure to get a new grip since they are inexpensive and easily available as per your needs.