Setting up your golf bag for success on tough days is just as important as it is on your best days, which is why it’s crucial to avoid certain gear mistakes in your bag and during a fitting. Here are three of the most common equipment mistakes we see and what you can do to avoid them. Prioritizing distance over control with irons is a common mistake players make. Iron lofts have been getting stronger over the years, which may give you more distance but sacrifice control. To avoid this, look for a set of irons that allows you to get the ball high enough with a landing angle above 45 degrees. Sacrificing yardage with your driver is another mistake to avoid. Dropping the loft of your driver may give you the fastest ball speeds, but if your peak height is low, it won’t optimize your carry distance. Consider a more lofted driver to carry the ball farther and hit longer drives more often. Having multiple clubs that go the same yardage is a mistake many amateurs make. Consider a 4-wood or 5-wood as your longest club after the driver, as they may carry the ball farther due to hitting the ball higher with more spin. Ensure you have a proper fitting and 5 mph of ball speed separation with every club in your bag. If you can’t hit a club at least 5 mph faster than the next one, consider alternative options to fill the gap properly.
Equipment fitting is crucial in optimizing your equipment for your game. Many players prioritize distance over control with irons, resulting in lower spin, shallower landing angles, and sacrificing control coming into the green. Look for irons that allow you to get the ball high enough with a proper landing angle to land the ball at your target and keep it there. With drivers, dropping the loft of your driver may not optimize your carry distance, especially in changing conditions. Consider a more lofted driver to carry the ball farther and hit longer drives more often. Amateurs often have multiple clubs that go the same yardage, leading to potential issues on the course. Consider a 4-wood or 5-wood as your longest club after the driver to optimize distance and control. Ensure you have proper ball speed separation with every club in your bag to hit longer shots consistently.
Fitting your equipment properly can improve your game significantly. The majority of consumers get fit indoors, focusing on ball speed and total distance, which may result in sacrificing control. It’s essential to prioritize control over distance when setting up your bag. Consider getting a fitting at a location like True Spec Golf to ensure your clubs are optimized for your game. Iron lofts have been getting stronger over the years, which may not benefit all players. Look for irons that allow you to get the ball high enough with a proper landing angle to stop the ball on the green. Likewise, with drivers, consider a more lofted option to optimize your carry distance and hit longer drives more consistently. Many amateurs have multiple clubs that go the same yardage, leading to potential distance and control issues on the course. Ensure you have proper ball speed separation with every club in your bag to hit longer shots consistently.
Avoiding common equipment mistakes can help you shoot your lowest scores. Prioritizing distance over control with irons, sacrificing yardage with your driver, and having multiple clubs that go the same yardage are common mistakes to avoid. Consider getting a fitting at a location like True Spec Golf to ensure your clubs are optimized for your game. Iron lofts have been getting stronger over the years, but it’s essential to prioritize control over distance. Look for irons that allow you to get the ball high enough with a proper landing angle to stop the ball on the green. Likewise, with drivers, consider a more lofted option to optimize your carry distance and hit longer drives more consistently. Many amateurs have multiple clubs that go the same yardage, leading to potential distance and control issues on the course. Ensure you have proper ball speed separation with every club in your bag to hit longer shots consistently.
In conclusion, setting up your golf bag for success is key to shooting your lowest scores. Avoiding common equipment mistakes such as prioritizing distance over control with irons, sacrificing yardage with your driver, and having multiple clubs that go the same yardage can significantly improve your game. Consider getting a fitting at a location like True Spec Golf to ensure your clubs are optimized for your game. Iron lofts have been getting stronger over the years, but it’s essential to prioritize control over distance. Look for irons that allow you to get the ball high enough with a proper landing angle to stop the ball on the green. With drivers, consider a more lofted option to optimize your carry distance and hit longer drives more consistently. Ensure you have proper ball speed separation with every club in your bag to hit longer shots consistently.
