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Hit a hole-in-one this Mother’s Day by surprising the golf-loving mom in your life with some new sticks.
Before you fork over some big bucks on such a memorable gift, its good to understand some of the key differences between men’s and women’s clubs — especially if you’re looking for a game-improvement set better suited for beginners or mid-to-high handicappers.
When it comes to selecting the perfect golf clubs for women, several factors play a crucial role in enhancing performance and overall enjoyment on the course. Here’s a breakdown of three simple factors to consider:
- Club Length and Flexibility: Customized lengths promote a more comfortable and natural swing. Look for with shafts offering the appropriate flex. Women’s clubs often benefit from more flexible shafts to accommodate slower swing speeds.
- Club Weight: Lighter options aid in generating increased swing speed.
- Club Head Design: Consider clubs with larger club heads and lower centers of gravity for enhanced forgiveness, especially in the case of irons and hybrids.
To help you know what to look for when searching for the perfect set of clubs, we enlisted a licensed golf instructor, club fitter and merchandiser to help sift through the details. Matt Lee is an assistant golf pro at TPC Piper Glen in Charlotte, NC with over a decade of experience teaching golfers of all skill levels and working directly with retailers to try out the latest clubs and gear.
Here are out top three picks for women’s golf sets to consider in 2024.
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