Hey guys, played golf for my first time a while back and been itching to play again, I enjoyed it a lot my first time and would like to go about every other week, can anyone point me in the direction of an inexpensive golf set? Thanks!
Posts: 39 | Location: Nebraska, USA | Registered: December 29, 2008
As a beginner, you should try second-hand clubs to start, IMO. Look at a local "Play it Again Sports" franchise if you have one, or some have even mentioned finding decent clubs in pawn shops. Check you local papers, of course.
You'll be amazed by two things in this process: how incredibly expensive new golf clubs can be, and how cheaply they can be had after they've been used. It's the nature of the sport, we're always looking for magic sticks.
After you play for a year or so, you'll have a better idea what your game requires, and can make a better decision about spending a bit more on clubs.
That being said, one thing that I'm sure others will disagree with, so just take this as one opinion, but I think you'll learn a better basic swing if you do not buy a set of irons that have a huge offset to them. I know that many of the "game improvement" clubs are offset and therefore many beginners are steered in that direction, but I'm old school.
Good luck!
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play it again sports is good also craigs list and ebay,ton of great deals on ebay..i just bought a driver for 80.00 last year it was 399.00..if u need some sugestions let me know..i can put you in the right direction,just a few ?'s
I would second the advice for used clubs, but I wouldn't suggest buying them from Ebay. Go to a golf shop, something like Golf Galaxy, they should have plenty of used clubs(in good condition) and you will be able to hit them inside the store and get a feel for them. Also there should be someone there to help you get fitted for proper length, lie angle, etc.
I don't know if there is a Golf Galaxy near you. If you buy used clubs from them they will let you use them for 30 days. If you don't like them, return them to the store and they will give you store credit for the amount you paid.
If you don't have a Golf Galaxy it wouldn't hurt to ask your local golf shop if they have a similar policy for used clubs.
Callaway golf has a pre-owned website that sells all kinds of golf equipment for very fair prices. My current irons are from there and I am very satisfied with them.
If you are looking for a specific advice though, I suggest finding one of the easier-to-hit Mizunos on Ebay. MX-19, MX-100, MX-950 or MX-25. Stay away from the MP series.
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Posts: 2441 | Location: Egypt | Registered: June 14, 2007
The BEST thing a new golfer can do is TAKE A LESSON FROM A PGA TEACHING PRO!
Sorry for the caps, but it's that important. I've been told that the flaws you hard wire into your swing are set after playing only five rounds. Unlearning them takes months of practice. Also, so many golfer's problems occur prior to starting the club in motion. Bad grip, bad set-up, bad posture, bad alignment, bad weight distribution, etc.
Go see a pro...even for just one lesson and learn the fundamentals of a good golf swing...it's not a natural motion for most people. Then regardless of the clubs you get you'll play better and enjoy the game more.
As for the clubs, once you make up your mind that this game is going to be part of your life...get fitted for a set of clubs. This doesn't necessarily cost a lot and can make a world of difference. I discovered during my first fitting that I needed an upright set-up (3.5 degrees) due to my stance and swing plane. I had always wondered why my divots were deeper at toe. Changing to the upright set made me strike the ball more true and eliminated my slice.
Welcome to the links ShaunB...there's always room for one more
Originally posted by minalpharetta: As a beginner, you should try second-hand clubs to start, IMO. Look at a local "Play it Again Sports" franchise if you have one, or some have even mentioned finding decent clubs in pawn shops. Check you local papers, of course.
You'll be amazed by two things in this process: how incredibly expensive new golf clubs can be, and how cheaply they can be had after they've been used. It's the nature of the sport, we're always looking for magic sticks.
After you play for a year or so, you'll have a better idea what your game requires, and can make a better decision about spending a bit more on clubs.
That being said, one thing that I'm sure others will disagree with, so just take this as one opinion, but I think you'll learn a better basic swing if you do not buy a set of irons that have a huge offset to them. I know that many of the "game improvement" clubs are offset and therefore many beginners are steered in that direction, but I'm old school.
Good luck!
I agree with this post because when just starting out you don't know what kinda of clubs you want and just using used clubs to get a feel for the game. Until you have played for a while than you can be more selective of clubs you want. The process can be tedious and time consuming but worth it in the long run when you find the perfect set of clubs. Each brand plays differently and i would suggest that you go to demo days at some gold courses if some around you offer them. This is where they have a bunch of club vendors come and they let you hit them for a round or on the driving range. This is how i came to find the perfect set for me and have been hitting the links a lot better ever since.
I have worked at a gold club for 5 years now during the summer and this job has helped me gain valuable insight about the subtle differences between every club maker.
i would also look in your local newspaper under the garage sale section
also if you have a course or a range near you there are usually postings there as well
many golf retail stores are accepting "trade-ins" so that is another source
i am promoting your local area, which apparently is somewhere in nebraska, because buying golf clubs, sight unseen, especially a complete set is not something i would advise - you should personally feel the clubs before deciding and if possible play a round or two with them before buying them
