CLUB LENGTH
The length of your golf clubs can have a major impact on how you address the ball and your swing. The goal in finding the right club length is to allow you to assume a comfortable, athletic position and to allow for a natural swing. A very tall player will stoop too much with a standard-length club, while a very short player will stand too upright. Proper shaft length can significantly influence the direction, consistency and distance of a golf shot by forcing the player into an address position that can be maintained throughout the golf swing.
*Note that these are general guidelines - arm length varies from person to person. A certified club fitter will be able to help you determine the correct length of golf clubs for you.
Club Length Guidelines
| Height | Wrist to Floor | Club Length |
|---|---|---|
| 6'8" + | 42" + | +2" |
| 6'6" - 6'8" | 41" - 42" | +1.5" |
| 6'4" - 6'6" | 40" - 41" | +1" |
| 6'2" - 6'4" | 38.5" - 40" | +0.5" |
| 6'1" - 6'2" | 37" - 38.5" | +0.25" |
| 5'7" - 6'1" | 34" - 37" | Standard" |
| 5'4" - 5'7" | 32" - 34" | -.025" |
| 5'2" - 5'4" | 29" - 34" | -0.5" |
| 5'0" - 5'2" | 27" - 29" | -1" |
| 4'10" - 5' | 25" - 27" | -1.5" |
| Under 4'10" | Under 25" | -2" |
SHAFT FLEX
Shaft flex refers to how much or little a shaft bends as forces are applied through the golf swing. Since swing types and speeds can vary greatly, it's important that your clubs have a shaft with the right amount of flex for your unique swing. There are five main shaft flexes: Extra Stiff, Stiff, Regular, Senior and Ladies, usually denoted by the letters X, S, R, M or A and L. The amount of flex in a club's shaft plays a major role in how and when the club face is squared at impact. If you play with an incorrect shaft flex, there's a good chance that you’ll have a hard time making good solid contact on a consistent basis, thereby affecting both the direction and distance of the golf shot.
We recommend that you go through a custom fitting session with a certified club fitter to determine the right shaft flex for you. If you're not in our area, you can use these charts to help you determine the shaft that might be right for you:
We recommend that you go through a custom fitting session with a certified club fitter to determine the right shaft flex for you. If you're not in our area, you can use these charts to help you determine the shaft that might be right for you:
DRIVER SHAFT FLEX SELECTION (Driver Carry Distance)
| Carry Distance | Swing Speed | Shaft Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Under 180 Yards | Under 75 MPH | Ladies |
| 180 to 200 Yards | 75 to 85 MPH | Senior/A/M |
| 200 to 240 Yards | 85 to 95 MPH | Regular |
| 240 to 275 Yards | 95 to 110 MPH | Stiff/Firm |
| Over 275 Yards | Over 110 MPH | Extra Stiff |
IRON SHAFT FLEX SELECTION (6 Iron Carry Distance)
| Carry Distance | Swing Speed | Shaft Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Under 100 Yards | Under 60 MPH | Ladies |
| 100 to 130 Yards | 60 to 70 MPH | Senior/A/M |
| 130 to 155 Yards | 70 to 80 MPH | Regular |
| 155 to 175 Yards | 80 to 90 MPH | Stiff/Firm |
| Over 175 Yards | Over 90 MPH | Extra Stiff |
GRIP SIZE
Grip size is one of the most overlooked aspects of custom club fitting. The right size grip allows you to grip the club comfortably and swing properly. A grip that is too small may result in too much hand action and could cause the club face to close prematurely giving you a pull or a hook. Too big and you may not be able to get your hands around at impact, resulting in an open face, which causes a push or a slice. Use this chart to help you determine what size golf grip you need:
Grip sizes are base off of hand size, measuring from the wrist crease up to the tip of your middle finger.
Grip sizes are base off of hand size, measuring from the wrist crease up to the tip of your middle finger.
| Hand Measurement | Recommended Grip |
|---|---|
| 5 3/4 Inches | Undersize/Ladies |
| 7 - 8 3/4 Inches | Standard |
| 8 3/4 - 9 1/4 Inches | Midsize |
| Over 9 1/4 Inches | Jumbo |
DRIVER LOFT
Choosing the correct loft in a driver is key in order to produce a proper launch angle. While many drivers offer adjustable lofts, many do not and finding the loft that will help you optimize your distance will lead to longer, more accurate drives. Launch angle is the angle at which the ball leaves the clubface at impact. The optimal launch angle depends on the player’s clubhead speed and ball velocity. Typically, players with a slower swing speed will benefit from a higher lofted driver which will help get the ball in air more easily, resulting in a higher trajectory, longer carry, and more distance. Below is a reference in helping determine proper driver loft for a player.
*NOTE: These figures are a starting point and will not apply to every player. You should be custom fit to determine what loft driver is best for you.
| Swing Speed | Distance | Recommended Loft |
|---|---|---|
| 60 - 70 mph | 165 yards or less | 12 - 15 Degrees |
| 70 - 80 mph | 165 - 200 yards | 11 - 13 Degrees |
| 80 - 90 mph | 200 - 240 yards | 10 - 12 Degrees |
| 90 - 100 mph | 240 - 275 yards | 9 - 11 Degrees |
| 100+ mph | 275+ yards | 8 - 10 Degrees |
SHAFT KICK POINT
Shaft Kick Point, is also known as flex point or bend point. It's the point on the shaft that bends the most during the swing. A lower kick point is located closer to the head of the club and it can help increase the trajectory of your golf shot. A higher kick point is located closer to the grip and can help lower the ball's trajectory.
Players with slower clubhead speeds typically benefit from a lower kick point, which helps to get the ball in the air more easily. The higher trajectory gives you longer carry and generally greater distance.
Players with higher clubhead speeds may favor shafts with a higher kick point, which promotes a lower launch angle for a lower, more controllable trajectory. The difference in high and low kick points is generally only about 2 inches. Most golfers will benefit from shafts with a mid kickpoint. A certified custom club fitter can help you identify the right shaft with the right kick point for your unique golf game.
Players with slower clubhead speeds typically benefit from a lower kick point, which helps to get the ball in the air more easily. The higher trajectory gives you longer carry and generally greater distance.
Players with higher clubhead speeds may favor shafts with a higher kick point, which promotes a lower launch angle for a lower, more controllable trajectory. The difference in high and low kick points is generally only about 2 inches. Most golfers will benefit from shafts with a mid kickpoint. A certified custom club fitter can help you identify the right shaft with the right kick point for your unique golf game.
SPIN RATE
Besides launch angle, another crucial variable that needs to be managed is spin-rate. Spin-rate is measured by revolutions per minute (RPM) and is the number of times a golf ball spins on an axis while in flight. This spin, in combination with a golf ball's dimples, is what causes a golf ball to stay aloft.
Players with a high ball speed need to combine a higher launch angle with a lower spin-rate, while players that produce lower ball speeds need to combine a higher launch angle with a higher spin-rate. The high launch angle, high spin rate combo helps keep the ball in the air longer and will produce greater carry and distance. Optimal spin rate will vary from golfer to golfer, but is generally between 2500 and 3300 rpm. A certified custom fitter will test for spin rate and help you find the right club specs to optimize your launch angle.
Players with a high ball speed need to combine a higher launch angle with a lower spin-rate, while players that produce lower ball speeds need to combine a higher launch angle with a higher spin-rate. The high launch angle, high spin rate combo helps keep the ball in the air longer and will produce greater carry and distance. Optimal spin rate will vary from golfer to golfer, but is generally between 2500 and 3300 rpm. A certified custom fitter will test for spin rate and help you find the right club specs to optimize your launch angle.
IRON LIE ANGLE
The lie angle of a golf club is the angle formed by the sole of the club and the shaft. This angle affects the position of the club head at address and impact. Proper lie will cause the center of the club head to strike the ground rather than the heel or toe.
A club which is too upright for the golfer will hit the ground with the heel of the club, causing the clubface to close and resulting in a pull or hook (for right-handed players.) A club which is too flat will hit the ground with the toe of the club causing the clubface to open and resulting in a push or slice (for right-handed players.) A certified club fitter will have the tools and training to help you find the right lie angle for you. They will use both static measurements (height and wrist to floor) and dynamic (swing, player setup and ball flight) during a curstom fitting session.
A club which is too upright for the golfer will hit the ground with the heel of the club, causing the clubface to close and resulting in a pull or hook (for right-handed players.) A club which is too flat will hit the ground with the toe of the club causing the clubface to open and resulting in a push or slice (for right-handed players.) A certified club fitter will have the tools and training to help you find the right lie angle for you. They will use both static measurements (height and wrist to floor) and dynamic (swing, player setup and ball flight) during a curstom fitting session.
LIE ANGLE FROM STATIC MEASUREMENTS:
| Wrist to Floor | 4'10" - 5'6" Tall | 5'6" - 6'2" Tall | 6'2" - 6'7" Tall |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40" | - | - | 3 Degrees Up |
| 39.5" | - | 3 Degrees Up | 3 Degrees Up |
| 39" | 3 Degrees Up | 3 Degrees Up | 2 Degrees Up |
| 38.5" | 3 Degrees Up | 2 Degrees Up | 2 Degrees Up |
| 38" | 2 Degrees Up | 2 Degrees Up | 2 Degrees Up |
| 37.5" | 2 Degrees Up | 2 Degrees Up | 1 Degrees Up |
| 37" | 2 Degrees Up | 1 Degrees Up | 1 Degrees Up |
| 36.5" | 1 Degrees Up | 1 Degrees Up | 1 Degrees Up |
| 36" | 1 Degrees Up | 1 Degrees Up | Standard Lie |
| 35.5" | 1 Degrees Up | Standard Lie | Standard Lie |
| 35" | Standard Lie | Standard Lie | Standard Lie |
| 34.5" | Standard Lie | Standard Lie | Standard Lie |
| 34" | Standard Lie | Standard Lie | Standard Lie |
| 33.5" | Standard Lie | Standard Lie | Standard Lie |
| 33" | Standard Lie | Standard Lie | 1 Degree Flat |
| 32.5" | Standard Lie | 1 Degree Flat | 1 Degree Flat |
| 32" | 1 Degree Flat | 1 Degree Flat | 1 Degree Flat |
| 31.5" | 1 Degree Flat | 1 Degree Flat | 2 Degrees Flat |
| 31" | 1 Degree Flat | 2 Degrees Flat | 2 Degrees Flat |
| 30.5" | 2 Degrees Flat | 2 Degrees Flat | 2 Degrees Flat |
| 30" | 2 Degrees Flat | 2 Degrees Flat | 3 Degrees Flat |
| 29.5" | 2 Degrees Flat | 3 Degrees Flat | 3 Degrees Flat |
| 29" | 3 Degrees Flat | 3 Degrees Flat | - |
| 28.5" | 3 Degrees Flat | - | - |
