How to Choose Hybrid Golf Clubs
Hybrid clubs, or utility clubs, are probably the most recent and most desirable additions to the game of golf. They are a type of club designed to have the best components of both your woods and your long irons, all in one form. Typically, a set of hybrids replaces your 3- and 4-irons, and are constructed to get you out of difficult lies as well as take your ball longer distances with better accuracy. Initially, these types of clubs were hard to handle, especially for the recreational golfer, but modifications have made them into an easier-hitting club. You can now find them in a number of pros’ golf bags.
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Instructions
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Start by defining your game. If you’re an occasional golfer, you may not want to invest a lot of money in your clubs, namely the hybrids. These types of clubs can run a pretty penny. A mid-performance set of hybrids to replace your long irons may be the right stroke for you—pun intended.
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Set a budget. We all can get swept up into the excitement of buying new clubs, even after we’ve decided we’re only an occasional golfer. Have limits.
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Look at your control. If you already have a decent amount of charge over your ball, you may not need to invest in hybrid clubs. Hybrids have a distinct ability of improving the accuracy of your long shots. Since most people have some difficulty with this area of their game, hybrids can improve your stroke as well as your score.
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Evaluate your ball loft. Another chief benefit to hybrid clubs is their capacity to add some loft the ball without sacrificing distance. Because the center of gravity is located to the rear of the club, a hybrid makes it easier to get your ball into the air. When you’ve got a bad lie, this loft can make all the difference in your stroke.
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If you’ve never been fitted for a set of clubs, now’s the time to do it. Recreational golfers have a tendency to just play with whatever clubs are on the floor. More often than not, this usually works. But if you’re investing in a set of hybrids, get them fitted to your height and swing. Typically, your standard hybrid should be longer or shorter than the club it is replacing, depending on your game.
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Tips & Warnings
If you’re buying hybrid clubs from a pro shop or a specialty retailer, most of them will allow you to test the clubs before committing to their purchase. Check with the pro to find out the store’s specific policy.
Consult with a golf pro before investing in a set of hybrid clubs.
