Golf Club Buying Guide – Golfing Equipment

As well as your actual golf clubs there are many items of equipment and clothing that you may need to either help you play golf or make life a little simpler when out on the course. There are basic items such as golf balls that many golfers may not pay attention to but these can have an effect on our performance and this is proven by the wide range of balls that are available not only in the golf shop but also each individual manufacturer.

Golf Balls

The choice of golf ball could have an entire article dedicated to it but in general there are balls that can have greater spin or roll distance. More expensive balls can be made from many different layers of material which can make the ball harder or softer, mostly depending on the skill and ability of the golfer. Golf balls can be bought new in boxes or if you are a beginner then you can often get good deals on “lake balls” the golf shop has fished out of their ponds and water hazards.

Golf Gloves

Some golfers may argue that golf gloves are unnecessary, although amateurs can definitely benefit from wearing a glove. They can differ in price although a good quality golf glove can be bought for as little as £5. Gloves tend to come in either leather or synthetic materials; leather has a good grip of clubs and can remain soft on the skin if looked after properly. The only disadvantage is that they can retain water if you play in the rain. Synthetic materials can offer a bit more flex and breathability. Areas of the hand such as the knuckles are given more freedom with synthetic gloves which can help you feel less restricted.

Golf Bags

One of the prerequisites for playing golf is to have somewhere to store and carry your clubs in; a good golf bag will hold all of your golf clubs as well as being a safe place to keep them from damage or rain water. There are lots of different golf bags you could buy from full set bags that have stands built in to smaller pencil bags which can hold less clubs for when you are playing 9 holes or ‘pitch and putt’ courses. There are lots of bags that are made to have a golf trolley attached and even bags that are safe for travelling as many golfers enjoy golfing holidays.

Golf Trolleys

Golf trolleys are a great way to transport your clubs round the course, not only for players who struggle to carry a full set on their back but they also allow you to be relaxed for your next shot. Golf trolleys come in two varieties: powered and non-powered. Non powered are either pushed or pulled along by the golfer, powered trolleys are electrically operated for golfers who would struggle to pull a cart around never mind carry a bag. You should consider how heavy your trolley is and whether it can be folded or stowed in your car easily after it is finished with.

So as well as selecting the right golf clubs you should make sure you keep an eye on the equipment and accessories as they could help make the game of golf more enjoyable and accessible for you.

Protect your expensive clubs and equipment with golf insurance or Golf Travel Insurance.