| There are a few guide lines that will help you make a | | | | are a power driver then a stiffer shaft would be in |
| wise choice when choosing golf clubs. The right clubs | | | | order. The opposite would hold true for more flex. A |
| can make a big difference to your game. Never over | | | | reputable club manager or salesperson should be able |
| look these simple suggestions if you want to play | | | | to help you determine how much flex is right for you. |
| your best golf. Whether you are looking to step up | | | | The two main factors are speed and power of the |
| or are just starting out, you will appreciate the simple | | | | swing speed. The right flex amount for your style of |
| tips that will make a noticeable difference in your | | | | play will have a large impact on your game. |
| game. | | | | 3) Shaft Materials. Steel or graphite? Shaft materials |
| Getting the Shaft Right | | | | have their own unique characteristics. Steel and |
| 1) The Shaft Length: The shaft connects the handle | | | | graphite being the most popular materials. Graphite |
| to the head of the club. The right size shaft plays a | | | | shafts appear to be the professional choice. Steel |
| big role in the swing. You would be surprised how | | | | shafts are generally stiffer, heavier and less |
| often this is over looked by the aspiring golfer. | | | | expensive. Graphite shafts are popular among those |
| Knowing the important role the shaft will definitely | | | | who prefer a lighter club with higher torque qualities. |
| make a big difference on your game. The reason | | | | A golfers needs are variable. Chances are that if you |
| being is that your swing and strokes will be more | | | | learned with steel clubs you'll stick with steel clubs. At |
| consistent which will produce more desirable results. | | | | either rate, the choice is yours. Suitable clubs can be |
| The length of the shaft is critical. There are no two | | | | found or made with either type of material. |
| people alike when it comes to height and techniques. | | | | Golfing is a simple yet complex game. If you are like |
| A good rule of thumb is to measure from your navel | | | | me I am always looking for ways to add an |
| to the ground to determine personal length. Make | | | | advantage to my game over the competition. I was |
| adjustments if you lean forward or lean backwards | | | | surprised to learn that the above tips are often over |
| when preparing to make the stroke. Always try as | | | | looked. Yet they are the most highly reachable. If |
| many lengths as possible until you are happy with the | | | | you are new to golf you will have an added edge |
| club. If you have custom made clubs this will eliminate | | | | with the information listed above. If you are using the |
| a lot of the guess work. However, this is not | | | | clubs you have learned with and want to improve |
| necessary in finding a length that will be perfect for | | | | your game you might want to revisit your shaft. |
| you. | | | | Bottom line? The length, personal flex and type of |
| 2) Personal flex. The flex amount of the shaft can | | | | shaft material you use will improve you game and |
| greatly affect your shot. The type of swing you | | | | enjoyment considerably. |
| have will determine the type of flex you need. If you | | | | |