OT : Ever get fitted for Golf Clubs?

Submitted by Dr. Emil Shuffhausen on

Have you ever been fitted for Golf Clubs?

If so , how much has it improved your game?

 

I've been playing with a $200 Starter

Set for about 5 years now and am ready

to upgrade.

Hopefully I can make time this week and 

get it done at Miles of Golf.  I was wondering what

to expect other than paying a lot of $$$.

umichshea

July 10th, 2016 at 3:01 PM ^

They will measure you...you'll take quite a few swings...if you have flaws they'll try to find those options that help those. Ultimately you'll have multiple choices and it comes down to feel, preference, and price.




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LSAClassOf2000

July 10th, 2016 at 4:01 PM ^

Well, that would explain why it seemed strange that the dude fitting me for clubs kept asking if I wished to be fitted with a cup as well, even though I told him that I found the idea of wearing a cup for golf a little ludicrous. He seemed undeterred and was just about to get out the tape whem back away. 

ijohnb

July 10th, 2016 at 3:19 PM ^

you are abnormally short or tall I don't think getting fitted is necessary. You can make a killing on EBay with golf equipment. Go online, buy some DCIs for $100 and you will be all set.

Maize in Cincy

July 10th, 2016 at 3:20 PM ^

I used to be a golf pro that did fittings on our range.  It's extremely benefitial.  You will want to get it done while you are playing/practicing consistently and are comfortable with your swing.  The biggest thing is to try as many different brands out as possible.  I would also highly highly recommend doing it at a grass driving range and not a place you are hitting off turf. 

MGJS SuperKick Party

July 10th, 2016 at 3:49 PM ^

I've been fitted at miles twice, once for a driver and once for wedges.

1. Expect to pay a little bit more money than you are expecting. They have done a good job convincing me to spend a little bit more money than originally. It's important to note that they didn't force me to do anything, just opened up my eyes to options.

2. Don't try to pipe everything you hit or else you'll be fitted poorly. Make sure you hit easy shots, medium shots, and try to crush a few.

3. You have a track man system in front of you, and there is a lot of information... They will explain what you are looking at.

4. If you have an old pair of shoes and a new pair of shoes that you play in, take the pair you don't care that will get ruined. You hit on a mat and I stripped the white finish off the toes of my shoes.

Cookie Monster

July 10th, 2016 at 3:59 PM ^

It's extremely beneficial. I've been fitting myself for the last 10 years, although I still have the same fitment as then. I've fit probably 100-150 people intoover the last ten years as well. It definitely helps.  If your swing/ball flight/shot pattern is different the day you get fit than what it normally is, you may want to go back and get fit on a different day.  Otherwise, someone could put you into clubs that don't quite match who you are.

Charlie Chunk

July 10th, 2016 at 4:16 PM ^

I enjoyed the experience. They were helpful and put a lot of clubs in my hands. If you are planning to buy woods and irons, don't plan on doing that in one visit! It's too many swings!



I ended up buying Mizuno irons and Titleist Woods. I had my 1st hole-in-one a month after the purchase. Was it the clubs?



borninAnnArbor

July 10th, 2016 at 4:27 PM ^

There was a pro shop near me that offered a free fitting for the first 25 people or so and I signed up not knowing what to expect but figuring it was worth the experience. In the end, the clubs he fitted me with consistantly hit longer and straighter for me than any other club I have used. Thought about getting a new set but it was expensive. Still got the recommendation card in my wallet and looking for clubs in my price range.

bluestaffah

July 10th, 2016 at 4:34 PM ^

facets of your life...there is no replacement for the right tool. Don't settle for channel locks when you need needle nose pliers.

Also, be unlike the average amateur and actually practice.

ABOUBENADHEM

July 10th, 2016 at 4:34 PM ^

But, if you are a 20+ handicap practice will help much more than fitting and new clubs. That having been said, the basics of shaft stiffness and swing weight are always important, and pretty easy to get right.

MGoStretch

July 10th, 2016 at 5:51 PM ^

How long did it take for you to transition to the new sticks?  That has always been my concern to switch, I'm 6'5" and have played my whole life on standard shafts (both in stiffness and length (*insert shaft joke here*)). I'm worried it would take me years to get back to my current level of moderate crappiness.  

Wolfman

July 10th, 2016 at 9:54 PM ^

Club speed is ued for determing flex, stiff, exra stiff, flex, etc., Club speed is determined by measuring your 5 iron or what you use from the 150 yard in. The three of us varied and I was the shortes hitter at that time, going back and forth betwen an 8 and 7 and the two others hardly ever going over 9. There was less that an inch between the three of us, althoug we ranged roughly 2" apart in height.

Bit as many will tell you here, if you ever want to go around in the 70s or more than a regular basis, doesn't really matter as to golf club, but make sure they fit you. And get to love your short irons. That's where you take strokes off. Get on the green in regulation. 

blueinbeantown

July 10th, 2016 at 4:46 PM ^

Won a trip to San Diego that included a fitting at Cleveland Golf.  Tremendous experience.  Irons set to proper degree based on ball flight.  Not only educational but much fun.  Highly recommend a personal fitting.  

CookieMonster

July 10th, 2016 at 5:56 PM ^

Golf pro and club fitter here.....if you play a lot it is very beneficial if not stick to your set of the rack. Also depends how good the fitter is.....most are just looking to move clubs

pullin4blue

July 10th, 2016 at 6:18 PM ^

Remember the saying " it's the Indian, not the arrow". I was fitted by my country club pro after doing several demos. I ended up with a nice set of pings but since I don't play enough it didn't make any difference in my game, only in my bank balance. If you are playing a couple of rounds a week it might be worth it. If you are only a casual player, keep your old clubs. They will be much more of a conversation piece and a source of constant excuses.




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