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3 Wood vs 5 Wood: Differences, Pros, Cons

The 5-wood is better for new golfers and high-handicappers because of the added loft, forgiveness, and versatility. Yet, if you’re just looking for distance, the 3-wood is the more popular choice. You only have 14 clubs in your bag, so you won’t want to spend good money on a club you’ll never use. Or worse, a club that could hurt your scores, so be sure to read the full post. I often tell my students to try a 5-wood since its forgiveness makes it more helpful, yet most golfers go with a 3-wood. Below you can see which is best

December 6, 2023 No Comments

15 Best Golf Clubs For Beginners: Pros & Cons

The Callaway Strata set is the best golf club for beginners in 2023, beating out their rivals on price, forgiveness, and robust composition. If you are new to golf, you will want to follow this article closely to discover high-launching, accurate long golf clubs and consistent spinning short clubs. I started with 7-iron and putter in my first year. Then, I bought a packaged set for convenience and affordability. Later, I had more control of my flight, launch, and spin and purchased individual clubs tailored to my swing. That’s why I share the best beginner sets, drivers, woods, irons, wedges, and

December 5, 2023 No Comments

Golf Ball Compression Chart: Top Ball Ratings By Swing Speed

Low-compression golf balls (30-60) can help high handicappers, beginners, or seniors with slow swing speeds get more distance. On the other hand, a higher compression golf ball (80-120) will work best for low handicappers with faster swing speeds. If you use a ball that’s too hard for your swing speed, it won’t compress or “bounce” off your club. Then, you won’t achieve optimal distance. However, if you use a ball that’s too soft, it can be less accurate. The key is to find the right golf ball with the right compression for your swing speed. That’s why we purchased many

November 29, 2023 No Comments

89 Golf Cart Names: Funny, Cool, Creative Picks

I’ve had multiple names for my golf carts over the years. If you’re creative with your golf cart names, chances are, you’ll be remembered for it on the course. It’s an excellent way to reflect personality, start conversations, make your golf cart stand out, and add humor to the sport. Some of the best golf cart names are: Birdie Bomber The Bogey Man Golfzilla Maverick The Tank Batmobile Beer Cart The Rocket The Fore-wheel Drive The Fore Fathers Since you can name your golf cart anything, finding the perfect name for your four-wheeled buddy might seem challenging. But don’t worry!

November 21, 2023 No Comments

7 Best Left-Handed Putters

This guide focuses on the best left-handed putters. We regularly evaluate clubs here at Golfspan and wanted to dedicate some special attention to all the other lefties out there. As we evaluated left-handed putters this year, we considered blade, mallet, budget, alignment aids, and overall precision. We also considered availability. When we’ve covered left-handed putters in the past, many of our top-rated clubs sold out quickly. So check out the options below. In our ongoing effort to provide the best reviews for players of all skill levels, we’ll show you the full evaluations, where to find them, and what makes

November 20, 2023 No Comments

Shop Your Favorite Players’ Golf Gear at PGA TOUR Superstore

The “shop by player” feature at PGA Tour Superstore lets you find your favorite players’ golf gear. You can find the feature when you hover over the club’s menu at the top left of the page. A drop-down menu with 4 columns appears, and the shop by player link is located in the 4th column underneath the view all menu. Discover the clubs, balls, and apparel the finest golfers use and add them to your collection. In this post, I’ll guide you on using this convenient feature, eliminating the need to scroll through troves of gear listed on the PGA

November 17, 2023 No Comments

3 Wood vs 3 Hybrid: Differences, Pros, Cons

A 3 wood is meant for distance, while a 3 hybrid is meant for accuracy. The longer shaft and lower loft of a 3 wood produce a low penetrating ball flight, perfect for those wanting extra yards. The shorter shafts and larger heads of a 3 hybrid produce easy launch, perfect for those who struggle to hit long irons accurately. High handicappers may struggle to hit a 3 wood, but most will be able to use a 3 hybrid. Remember: Using the wrong club could mean you never reach your potential. And as I’ve explained to hundreds of students, knowing

November 17, 2023 No Comments

5 Best Srixon Irons (2023): Pros & Cons

After testing the top Srixon irons and talking with my team member, Brendon Elliott, who’s played Srixon irons for a decade, here are my top 3 Srixon Irons: Best Overall Most Forgiving Best For Low Handicappers Srixon ZX5 MK II Srixon ZX4 MK II Srixon ZX7 MK II Pros Flexible clubface Generates a high launch Forgiving High forgiveness Excellent MOI Towering launch Optimal spin rate through the bag Soft feel Workable flight Cons Less workable than the ZX7 MK II irons Not as forgiving as the ZX4 MK II irons Smaller sweet spot than the previous ZX4 The increased offset

November 11, 2023 No Comments

The Best Budget Golf Clubs & Sets Under $350

Picking up one of the best budget golf club sets under $350 can help you get started without much risk. However, you don’t want to start with a low-quality set of golf clubs and not enjoy your first months and years in this sport. The challenge is finding a high-quality set of beginner clubs, which isn’t easy. I started playing with second-hand clubs my dad bought for me at random sales, and it took me longer to find my groove. Now, I suggest friends buy a decent budget-friendly set immediately. Online retailers will let you return them, so you never

November 10, 2023 No Comments

7 Best Low Compression Golf Balls: Pros & Cons of Using Them

The Bridgestone e12 Contacts are your best bet for low-compression balls since the weird dimple design helps with accuracy. Plus, they help your short-game spin, a place to drop some strokes easily. But they’re not for everyone. Here are my top 3 low compression golf ball picks: Low compression golf balls are great for beginners because they can significantly enhance your distance. They are engineered to compress more easily upon impact, translating to greater distance — especially beneficial if your swing speed isn’t quite Tour-level yet. One of our writers, Matt Callcott-Stevens, loves low-compression golf balls like the Srixon Q-Star

November 3, 2023 No Comments

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