Steven Posted July 20, 2007 Report Share Posted July 20, 2007 I used to play a little about 10 years ago but got frustrated and gave up. Well, I'm back for a second try. I'm kinda on my own here because none of my friends or family play. I do have one family friend who plays, but right now he's in Cleveland, Oh (his home town) taking care of his sick mother and my grandmother's husband was a golf teacher but he passed away last summer.. I have a pretty good concept of the stance and swing (by that I mean I can hit the ball most swings and it tends to go straight a fair % of the time) and I found a pretty good web site that has a bunch of instructional videos to watch and so on. I guess my first question is this... I bought these the other day because I have no idea where my old, cheap clubs went. I have no real knowledge of golf clubs to rely on so I went with a name I knew, and I figured anything with Jack Nicklaus' name on it wouldn't be garbage. I got them at The Sports Authority for $299 and it seemed like a pretty good buy. 1 Driver, 3&5 fairway woods, 3&4 hybrids, 5-pw irons, a putter, a bag and a golf tips booklet for $299. Here it is Whatya think? Was this a good buy? Also, what's with the hybrids? Do they replace the longer irons? None of the sets I saw had anything shorter than a 5 iron and most had hybrids. Thanks in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Finn Posted July 20, 2007 Report Share Posted July 20, 2007 Those should be very good to get you started. My buddy has a set much older and I've never heard the name of them before and he shoots in the low 80s with em. With golf, it ain't the arrows, it's definately the indian. Yep, hybrids took the place of long irons. Most pros say if you are above a 10 handicap, you shouldn't hit a 3 or 4 iron Good luck getting back into it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddyboman Posted July 20, 2007 Report Share Posted July 20, 2007 Those should be very good to get you started. With golf, it ain't the arrows, it's definately the indian. Yep, hybrids took the place of long irons. Most pros say if you are above a 10 handicap, you shouldn't hit a 3 or 4 iron Good luck getting back into it. Yeah yeah what he said. Have fun, be patient and good luck!:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckbuster11 Posted July 20, 2007 Report Share Posted July 20, 2007 Yup thats a good set. Two of my buddies have a Jack Nicklas set like that....one of them might have the same exact one actually. Anyway, thats more then enough to get started. And as Finn stated, hybrids are taking over for the long iron. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted July 20, 2007 Report Share Posted July 20, 2007 Yep, not the arrows, it's the indian shooting them fo' sho'. I've had one putter my whole life. Fiberglas shaft, probably some kind of toxic Mercury/lead head on it, stamped "Plymouth" on it. It sucks, and so do I. I'd be willing to bet if you give me the putter Tiger is using, I'd still suck. I was a 5 handicap using my dad's 1968 Burke Punch irons back when I was in high school. Technology has advanced quite a bit, but if your swing sucks, the technology enhancements of late will only enhance your suckness IMHO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdvantageTimberLou Posted July 20, 2007 Report Share Posted July 20, 2007 You did good Steven. A pro could take the clubs and still shoot par if not better with them. Golf is all about who is holding the club. A good investment is lessons. Expensive yes but will get you into good form and the right habits to have and when your shooting good that is when golf is fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Posted July 24, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 Well, I'm heading out tomorrow for at least 9 (maybe 18) at a place called cedar lake. Wish me luck, I'll need it. Maybe I'll set a course high score. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markyj987 Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 Steven--get out of my head, buddy! I was actually going to come in here and post something about clubs. I'm a very beginner golfer and bought some used Yamaha irons and some other brand (no idea what) of woods used a few years ago. I didn't play for a long time and went out a week ago and am hooked. Anyone else have other recommendations for a decent set of clubs that aren't going to break the bank? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Wackmaster17 Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 I am a golf coach for a summer league for kids between 9 and 15 years old and I always tell them that you don't have to go out and get the most expensive set of clubs. The irons I started with were my grandfather's old Tommy Armour irons from the 40s. But as I got more serious about this great sport I got custom made set of Mizuno irons. Good luck with the new clubs and if you have a club pro don't be scared to ask for few pointers. Let us know how it goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdvantageTimberLou Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 I Good luck with the new clubs and if you have a club pro don't be scared to ask for few pointers. Let us know how it goes. Amen to that, always ask guys to analyze your swing and what they see your doing. Take their advice and watch your game improve. You can only get better by asking and practicing. Enjoy those clubs Steven, golf is a great way to get outside and enjoy outdoors. That is until fall when treestands call your name! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Posted July 24, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 O.K., we walked 9 and I had no idea how out of shape I am. Anyhoo, I ended up shooting 70 on a par 36. I can do the math and that's a little over par (but 3 under for the course ). The highlights were a nice straight 190 yard drive on the 375 yard 3rd hole and a bogey 4 on the 144 yard 5th. I left a par putt 6 inches short. All-in-all, I had a great, no, a GREAT(!) time. I worked out a few swing flaws and I think I have definitely found a knew hobby that I'll have for life. Thanks for all the encouragement and luckily for me the course teacher charges a pretty reasonable rate, $40/hour or $20 each for 2 people. Keep in mind, this is the first time I've ever played on a course, before I had only been to driving ranges. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Finn Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 That's great to hear. Keep playing is the only cure for getting better that is very reasonable for golf instructions. spend your money there before you think of upgrading clubs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 Good deal Steven. I agree with Craig, (rare, I know), practice in this game really pays off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muggs Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 I was a decent golfer but struggled in certain areas, especially my tee shots. I paid $45 for an hour lesson and it helped out a TON! I'm still not Tiger, but that $45 was the best money I've spent on the game, you should do it. Nothing like starting out on the right foot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Finn Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 Good deal Steven. I agree with Craig, (rare, I know), practice in this game really pays off. the more you know me, the more you will learn to agree Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ironranger Posted July 28, 2007 Report Share Posted July 28, 2007 Have patience Steven as it's not a game that one can excel at right away IN MOST CASES. The pros are just that because they worked to get where they are at. Heck, my grandfather started playing golf at age 75 and play regularly for 10 years. I just love getting out there and enjoying the layouts of different courses, being able to play with friends, and the feeling you get when you hit that sweet shot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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