Guides for smarter golf buying
Plain-English advice for newer golfers: what to buy, what to skip, and how to get a great bag for less.
Latest guideGame improvement vs players clubs: which should you buy?Super game improvement, game improvement and players clubs explained in plain English: how they differ, which handicap each one suits, and how to tell them apart in a used listing.7 min read
How far should you hit each golf club?Average distances for every club, from driver to lob wedge, for beginners, average golfers and better players, plus how to find your own numbers and why the gaps between clubs matter.7 min read
Are used golf clubs worth it?For most golfers, yes. Why a few-years-old club is the smartest buy in golf, how much you really save, what to check before you buy, and when new makes more sense.8 min read
How to build your first golf bag on a budgetExactly what a beginner needs in the bag, what to skip, what to spend on each club, and how buying used gets you a full set for about half the price.9 min read
Used golf club condition grades, explainedMint, Above Average, Average, Below Average: what each grade really means, how much each one saves, which grade is the best value, and what to inspect on any used club.7 min read
Which shaft flex do I need?Senior, regular or stiff: a plain-English guide to shaft flex, with a simple chart based on how far you hit your driver, the signs your flex is wrong, and how to check a used club's shaft.8 min read