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Club extensions?
So I played golf throughout high school almost every day, probably got down to a 7 handicap during that time, and I was about 6' tall by senior year of high school. I then played a few times in college, nothing much, but grew another few inches to 6'2".
Now that I have a job and money I have started playing again regularly and I feel like my clubs, especially the 8iron to Pwedge are to short. I have been blading and topping alot of shots and feel like I have to squat to hit the ball properly. At the same time I kind of suck now, so it could just be that lost all form. Is it normal for a 6'2" person to need extensions on a stardard club length? Or should I just wait and see if my posture and swing changes. |
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Re: Club extensions?
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So I played golf throughout high school almost every day, probably got down to a 7 handicap during that time, and I was about 6' tall by senior year of high school. I then played a few times in college, nothing much, but grew another few inches to 6'2". Now that I have a job and money I have started playing again regularly and I feel like my clubs, especially the 8iron to Pwedge are to short. I have been blading and topping alot of shots and feel like I have to squat to hit the ball properly. At the same time I kind of suck now, so it could just be that lost all form. Is it normal for a 6'2" person to need extensions on a stardard club length? Or should I just wait and see if my posture and swing changes. [/ QUOTE ] Go to your local golf club retailer and speak with a rep. They could do a quick 5 to 10 minute fitting to see if you do indeed need a longer than standard club to meet your new height and what might be a new swing. |
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Re: Club extensions?
IMO club extensions should only be used as a last resort if you cant afford other club work. The best thing to do would be to reshaft your set with the proper length shafts. You lose a lot of feel because the extenstions arent really a part of the shaft.
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Re: Club extensions?
as far as figuring out if you need extensions, its relative to the distance between the tips of your fingers to the ground, i am 6' 4'' and they are a huge help, my iron distances went up too obv.
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Re: Club extensions?
Why would you put extensions on instead of replacing the shafts or getting a whole new set? You should just get professionally fitted, then buy irons in that size - they shouldn't cost you too much, and will be worth it entirely.
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Why would you put extensions on instead of replacing the shafts or getting a whole new set? You should just get professionally fitted, then buy irons in that size - they shouldn't cost you too much, and will be worth it entirely. [/ QUOTE ] Unless you really like the look/feel of your current clubs, I would get fit for new ones. You definitely need longer than standard clubs being 6'2". How much depends on the distance between your fingertips and the ground. Any retailer can get a new set custom made from any manufacturer for the same price as off the rack, it just takes a couple weeks to get them. Good luck. |
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Re: Club extensions?
Yor probably stronger now as well, you may need a stiffer shaft, might be time for a new set of irons.
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