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Custom-fitting: What you need to know Part 1
THE GOLF INDUSTRY constantly tells us it's no longer appropriate to choose a golf club off the shelf' and buy it, based on a mates' recommendation, a waggle in the shop and a swing in the net by the first tee.
And they're dead right. We're all different sizes and shapes, with dissimilar golf abilities and swings as unique as our fingerprint(Callaway X-22 Iron Set). So it makes sense to have our golf clubs tailored and fitted for us as individuals by a professional expert.
What is club fitting?
Club fitting is matching the specifications of golf clubs to the individual golfer. Think of it as tailoring a bespoke suit. Just as the tailor would make sure the trouser legs aren't too short and the jacket fitted nicely across the shoulders, with golf clubs, they can be fine-tuned to your individual physique and golf swing.
Why get fitted?
Off-the-shelf golf clubs are manufactured to suit Mr Average.' But we're all different shapes and sizes and a club (Taylormade R7 CGB Max Irons)that's unsuitable will be detrimental to your game. You should not need to adjust your swing to accommodate the club. So it is sensible to use clubs that have been fitted for our personal size and needs to optimise our skill set and abilities. The bottom line is: Will it lower lower my scores? For most golfers, properly-fitted clubs will improve performance and lower scores.
Who should get I fitted?
Whatever their experience or ability, all golfers will benefit from being fitted for equipment from beginner to low handicapper.
What should I look for in a club fitter?
A good club fitter will have a professional club fitting qualification. They will have a wealth of experience and positive testimonials from happy customers. Ask to see them Ping G15 Driver.
I recommend visiting a fitter that uses an outside hitting area (preferably from grass) rather than just an indoor mat, a net and a launch monitor. Watching your personal ball flight in the cold light of day is an important part of understanding a golfer's requirements(Mizuno MP-52 Irons). As with so much in life, seek help in identifying a fitter to suit you from those whose opinion you respect.
