Calling all golfers!

[WookieeForLife]

I want to golf. Dont want to spend alot of money. Found a set that looks good to me on craigslist. Anyone want to see if it is ok to practice with? Please tell me if I should stay away from it.

http://scranton.craigslist.org/spo/1232992255.html



Thanks.......

P.s. Its the $50 one I was looking at.

[tplyons]

Keep in mind it's only an iron set, with wedges, and a 7 wood.

No driver nor other woods though, you you'd be hard pressed to play an entire round with that.

[WookieeForLife]

I was going to buy a $25 driver at Walmart

[tplyons]

Okay, but remember you get what you pay for.

More than likely, I'll be picking up a $200 Top-Flite set on clearance.

I've been doing a bit of research about getting into this myself, and it seems to be the best way to go.

[WookieeForLife]

What i was thinking of doing was getting Not So Good wedges and all them, but getting a good driver ....... something over the $25 one.

[taquitos43]

For $50.00 you can't really go wrong if you don't even know for sure you like golf. As far as a driver goes, they are hard to hit, especially for a beginner. I'd get a decent 3 wood instead. They go almost as far and are more controllable. Personally, I have a 3 wood, a 5 wood, a 5 iron, 7 iron, 9 iron and a couple of wedges and a putter in my bag. For my game, that's enough. I can muscle up a little if I need extra distance. That doesn't work for everyone, but that's my game. I'd spring the $50, get a decent 3 wood and see if you like golf before you spend a bunch of money on clubs that end up sitting in a basement, garage or dumpster.

[WookieeForLife]

Im ok with a driver. The reason I want to get into golf is because I went to the driving range with my girlfriend and her brother. He let me use his driver and I was hitting them around 130 yards. I liked hitting them so i wanted to get a simple mess around in the yard set.

[WookieeForLife]

Would it be worth it if I just got a wedge or two, a putter and a Driver? Like if they were semi deceent clubs.

[Tony G]

Originally Posted by WookieeForLife

Im ok with a driver. The reason I want to get into golf is because I went to the driving range with my girlfriend and her brother. He let me use his driver and I was hitting them around 130 yards. I liked hitting them so i wanted to get a simple mess around in the yard set.

Are you sure you were only hitting a driver 130 yards? I can hit my pitching wedge that far.

[Tony G]

Here is a brand new iron/hybrid set for only $100 that may be worth getting for a beginner. http://www.rockbottomgolf.com/top-fl...irons-set.html

There are a lot of options out there, and if you are buying used definitely go take a good look at them and see what kind of condition they are in.

[WookieeForLife]

It was the first day with the driver so yea, 150 yards at the max =[.

[Tony G]

Originally Posted by WookieeForLife

It was the first day with the driver so yea, 150 yards at the max =[.

Hmm..that just seems short even for a beginner. Well, keep at it! It can be a very fun, and very frustrating game at times. But we all keep going out and doing it, and spending more and more money on it.

[Hawaii Islander]

If you get the used set, be sure to check out the length of the clubs first. They could possibly be too short or too long for you. Not all clubs are made the same.

A good 3-wood (as mentioned earlier) might be a better choice to start with than a driver. Hit correctly, you should get 250+ yards with the 3-wood. A good driver shot should be 300+ yards (400+ for a great shot).

I miss golf!

[fo shizzle]

I have played with that Cobra set for 12 years. I haven't swapped them out for new ones because I've never hit anything better than I hit the Cobras.

Nice club. Forgiving.

[WookieeForLife]

Thanks. Right now im only a dishwasher/ kitchen assistant 2 days a week so i gotta save save save.

[MakiSupaStar]

Originally Posted by fo shizzle

I have played with that Cobra set for 12 years. I haven't swapped them out for new ones because I've never hit anything better than I hit the Cobras.

Nice club. Forgiving.

I have a cobra 3 wood. Awesome club. Easy 230 yards from almost any lie. I love this club. When I replace my driver, I'll seriously consider a cobra driver.

[Spector_Ray]

Since you're at the range, ask the pro to give you a couple of pointers on the basics such as your grip and stance. Most pros will give you a few suggestions for starters at no charge, but don't expect an extensive lesson. If you're serious, they're available for lessons.

Go to a local golf shop and have them analyze your swing and take some measurements. Then you can do your shopping around. You'll be surprised what the right club can do for your game.

[Eric Perry]

Originally Posted by Spector_Ray

...You'll be surprised what the right club can do for your game.

Very true.

[MJ5150]

Originally Posted by Spector_Ray

You'll be surprised what the right club can do for your game.

I agree. I see people give up the game or rarely play because they hate it so bad, and quite often the equipment they have is crap.

While a $500 driver won't turn you into Tiger Woods overnight, a $150 driver will do wonders for your game over the one for $30 at WalMart. But if you just have no skills physically and mentally, nothing is going to help you.

-Mike

[Hawaii Islander]

Originally Posted by MJ5150

I agree. I see people give up the game or rarely play because they hate it so bad, and quite often the equipment they have is crap.

While a $500 driver won't turn you into Tiger Woods overnight, a $150 driver will do wonders for your game over the one for $30 at WalMart. But if you just have no skills physically and mentally, nothing is going to help you.

-Mike

Thats what the beer is for!