Golf club-related questions to ask before you buy

If you are considering buying your first set of golf clubs, you should make sure you ask yourself the following questions:

What skill level am I?

Whether you are a beginner just starting out, an intermediate weekend golfer, or an expert golfer who plays all the time, the level of skill you have will have a bearing on the types of golf club you should buy. Playing with expert golf clubs if you are just starting out, will not only hurt your game, it will dampen your spirits, too, because the clubs will be more difficult to use.

How often am I likely to play golf?

Are you someone who just has time for golf at the weekends or do you play whenever you are not at work? How much or how little you play the game will determine what golf clubs and other equipment you should be buying. Don't go out and spend a fortune on complex equipment if you only play the game at the weekend with your friends. On the other hand, if you travel a lot, competing and playing, you are going to need quality equipment to bring success.

What's my budget?

Golf can become very expensive if you don't stay within your means, so it's important to know your budget before you start. There are golf clubs and accessories designed for every type of budget � you just have to know where to look.

How interested am I in golf?

Know why you want to play golf. Is it because you want to get fit? Are all you friends golfers? Are you planning on taking lessons? Perhaps you'll be going all the way and hiring a golf instructor to teach you the correct swing and the proper stance? Whatever your reasons for wanting to play golf, your choice of golf clubs will be affected by these.

Once you've asked yourself these questions, don't forget to do some thorough research. Read some golf magazines, go to any demo days that your local club or driving range may be holding and go to your local golf shows. Read up about golf clubs on different manufacturers' websites and then you'll be well informed to make your decision.

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