- Deciding the best "actual weight" of golf clubs is not related to the best "swing weight" for you. The actual weight of golf clubs relates to a measurement on a standard scale. A knowledgeable golf pro can recommend suggested actual weights based on your size, height, age, and other personal considerations. Swing weight, on the other hand, measures the "distribution" of weight. Different clubs with identical actual weights may have widely different swing weights, depending on where the "concentration" of weight is placed. The best swing weight for you is the club that "feels" the most comfortable. Therefore, there is little relationship between actual weight and swing weight.
- Use lead tape to change the swing weights of your clubs until you are sure which weight distribution you prefer. Custom golf clubs can be manufactured to the swing weight of your choice, but this is an expensive proposition until you are sure which swing weight is best for you. Using lead tape made for just this purpose is both inexpensive and flexible. You can buy lead tape already cut to equally sized pieces or by the roll so you can cut it to any length. For less than $20, you can usually purchase enough lead tape for all of your clubs. You can place the lead tape in different places on your clubs (e.g., blade, shaft, grip, etc.) to help you determine the best swing weight for you.
- The only ideal swing weight is the one that you like most. However, once you find your preferred swing weight, you should be sure that ALL of the clubs in your bag (except your putter) have the same swing weight. Whether you are a casual, weekend golfer or a low-handicap advanced player, all of your clubs should have identical swing weights. Mixed swing weights can do more harm to your game than different actual-weight clubs in your bag. While you might not even notice a club that is heavier or lighter than another, you will definitely notice different swing weights, and they will affect your swing negatively.
