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O f f i c i a l W e b s i t e O f T h e T e m e c u l a V a l l e y G o l f S h o p
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Golf Manufacturers
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Monday, May 12, 2008
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TEMECULA VALLEY GOLF SHOP
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IMPORTANT ELEMENTS of CUSTOM FITTED CLUBS
Essential factors like club length, lie angle, and shaft flex can make a dramatic difference between hitting it close to the pin, or mis-hitting a weak shot into a bunker. Improper club length can cause fundamental problems with posture or swing path even before you start your swing. Incorrect lie angle can greatly affect shot dispersion and the quality of contact. Essentially, a poorly fit set, if you pay thousands of dollars from the top name brand, cannot perform effectively if not properly fit.
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CLUB LENGTH
Incorrect shaft length can affect the setup, swing plane, contact, club lie angle, and whether the shot is thin or fat. It is a common belief that the length is dependent on the height of the golfer, but is is actually more dependant on the length of the arms in relation to the distance to the ground. In some cases, a golfer who is 6'2" could actually use the same clubs as one who is 5' 9". This is why it is important to be measured.
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LIE ANGLE
The lie angle of an iron can be extremely important to your shot, and affects your setup at address and your swing plane. A club that has too flat of a lie can cause hits toward the toe, and the toe to ground contact can open the face and cause pushed or slice spin on your shots. Conversely, a lie that is too upright can cause hits on the heel and pulled with hook spin on your shots.
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CORRECT SHAFT FLEX and TYPE
The shaft of a golf club is extremely important and drives the golf club. Choosing the correct flex is important for consistency and efficiency. The timing of everybody's swing is different, and the correct flex is dependent on this timing. The factors that affect the swing timing are tempo and club head speed. The wrong shaft flex can affect accuracy, distance, control, and shot dispersion.
Typically steel shafts are heavier and tend to be the more consistent and exhibit the most control of all the shaft types. Graphite shafts are lighter than steel shafts, and are commonly easier to swing for ladies and senior golfers. However, the development of graphite characteristics have been so refined that a graphite shaft can be lighter or heavier to meet most anyones specifications.
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