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how long do your golf clubs need to be?

by Carissa Lockman Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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1. Measure Your Overall Height (i.e. “static” fitting)
OVERALL HEIGHTGOLF CLUB LENGTH ADJUSTMENTS
5'4″ to 5'7″minus 1/4″
5'7″ to 6'1″standard length in inches
6'1″ to 6'2″plus 1/4″
6'2″ to 6'4″plus 1/2″
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Full Answer

What golf clubs should a beginner start with?

  • A driver or 3-wood: These are your tee shot clubs, at the very beginning I would recommend a 3-wood but you can decide.
  • A hybrid: Something to help you hit it a long way on the fairway and get out of trouble
  • Irons: You don’t need many of these at this stage, a 5-iron, 7-iron and 9-iron will work nicely.

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Should all my golf clubs be the same length?

Some sets are made with all clubs the same length as the eight or six iron, but the seven iron is the most popular. You will still need to make sure you get your clubs fitted adequately for you; in fact, it is more important with the one length than with variable length. There are lots of reasons to switch to a one-length iron.

How tall should you be for standard golf clubs?

  • Height-Based Chart. The most common method used to recommend the length of a golf club is a "height-based" chart. ...
  • Length Based Chart
  • Height Height Length Factor
  • Feet-Inches Centimeters. For instance, we have a 5' 5" lady and a 6' 2" man. ...
  • Wrist-to-floor (WTF) Measurement. ...
  • Height Height WTF. ...

How to shorten the length of a golf club?

  • Remove The Grip
  • Remove The Grip Tape
  • Measure Twice and Cut Once
  • Make The Cut
  • File Off Any Lose Edges On The Cut Line
  • Place A New Grip On The Club
  • Add Weights to balance any change in swing weight
  • Go Try Out Your New Shorter Length Club

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How long should golf clubs be for my height?

Using the ratio of every 6" of height there should be a 1" change in length then there should be a 1 ½" difference between their 5-irons. For example, recommend 36.5" for the lady and 38" for the man (or 36.75" / 38.25").

How long should golf irons be for my height?

For example, for a golfer that stands 6'2” and has a wrist-to-floor of 39”, the recommendation for proper club length would be 1/2” longer than standard length.

How do I know if my golf clubs are the right size?

To choose golf clubs that are the right fit, all you need is your height. If you're between 5 ft 9” and 6 ft (1.5 m 23 cm and 1.8 m) tall, you should go with the standard length for golf clubs. If you're taller than 6 ft (1.8 m), you'll need longer clubs.

Is there a minimum length for golf clubs?

Length. The overall length of the club must be at least 18 inches (0.457m) and, except for putters, must not exceed 48 inches (1.219m). For woods and irons, the measurement of length is taken when the club is lying on a horizontal plane and the sole is set against a 60 degree plane as shown in Fig.

How do I know if my golf clubs are too short?

The most common way to tell if your clubs are too short is that your back will be bent over too much, the heel of your club will be off the ground at address, and you'll often make contact towards the heel of the club.

How do I know if my golf clubs are too long?

5 Signs Your Golf Clubs are Too Long You need to stand up almost completely straight while holding the club. You can't move your lower body while swinging the golf club. You keep hitting the ball with the golf club's toe. The ball tends to veer off to the left or too high when hit by the club.

What is standard club length?

All clubs, including putters, must at least 18 inches long. Putters with straight shafts are measured from the top of the grip to the sole, directly down the shaft.

Do shorter golfers need shorter clubs?

Shorter golfers are often better served with shorter clubs, while the lie angle (how the club sits on the ground) may also need tweaking. If your clubs are too long and/or upright, you'll be forced to adjust away from a swing that's natural for you.

What height is Tiger Woods?

6′ 1″Tiger Woods / Height

Does golf club length matter?

When it comes to golf clubs, size does matter. While correct golf club size can help you become a better golfer and make the game more enjoyable, inaccurate club length will have the exact opposite effect.

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