Youth Golf Clubs – Learn About Customizing Children’s Golf
Clubs
A few years ago, youth golf clubs sets were customized by
cutting the shaft of a regular adult sized set. Luckily
enough, we realized that cutting down an adult shaft creates
a very stiff club, which makes it difficult for kids to hit.
Now, Golf companies provide youngsters with golf sets that
are customized to their height and age, and are offered at
reasonable prices.
There are three main areas, which goes into a fitting, when
customizing a set of Golf clubs:
The Height: If your child is tall, he will generally have
more of an upright swing. In this case the Golf shop will
adjust the "lie" of your child's clubs. The lie is
determined from the angle that the clubhead extends from its
shaft, which is connected like a hinge. This hinge will be
closed slightly for taller players.
The Arm Length: The arm length is an important factor that
will determine the length of your child's shafts. Your child
should not have to crouch down unnaturally when gripping the
club, nor to choke up on the club either.
The customization process will include measuring the length
of your child's arms. Having your child's arms against
his/her sides will make the measurement, and the distance
from the tip of his or her middle finger to the ground will
determine the shaft length.
The Swing Speed: The kind of shafts your child's clubs will
have will depend on the swing speed. Of course everyone has
a different swing speed, which can depend on size, age,
strength, etc. Average golfers are typically best suited to
have steel shafts or granite shafts.
When customizing a set of youth golf clubs, be sure to check
around your local golf accessory stores and compare prices.
It is important that the staff also take correct measures so
that your child's clubs are designed exactly the way he and
she need them to be, and according to his and her body type.
Amel Mehenaoui is the founder, webmaster and publisher of
the Junior Golf Guide website, a resourceful Guide to help
introduce kids and teens to Golf, and offers tips and
reviews about junior golf equipment, children's golf clubs,
golf instructions for kids, and more.
Would you like to spend more quality time with your son or
daughter on the Golf Course? Visit
http://junior-golf-guide.com to learn how you can enjoy more
round of golf without feeling guilty!
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