Anatomy of a Golf Club

posted by SportsNut
June 22, 2009

golf-chip-shotIf you want to shoot your best golf game, you’re going to have to use the right equipment. But in order to find the best equipment, it’s a good idea to be as familiar with that equipment as possible before you invest in any club. Every golf club has a basic form and format that any golfer should be aware of. First and foremost is the shaft. This is the tapered long metal tube, and it should be selected according to stability, strength, weight, and length. As with any good piece of equipment, it must fit your body type and be entirely comfortable.

Another important aspect of golf clubs is the grip. Where the player holds the club, the grip should offer non-stick properties without feeling cumbersome or intrusive. Every club also has a hosel, which is where the club head attaches to the shaft. This is pivotal to the balance and power of the club. While many people forget about this essential part of the club, it can greatly affect the feel and trajectory of your swings. And, of course, every club must have a club head. The shape and type of club head largely determines what kind of club you’re using, whether it’s a putter, chipper, iron, or wood.


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