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Golf clubs greatly affect the way you play the game. If you want to make sure that you would be making that killer shot, customized golf clubs might be just what you need.

Golf club customization would include fitting your clubs in three different lies, which would be standard, upright and flat to improve your game. Having golf clubs that are custom-made also lets you select the materials and the grip and also help you in setting your driving range so that you would be getting the most out of your clubs.

You would also be able to select the materials for the club heads and the shafts. This would give you the ability to choose the flexibility you need for your drive and your swing. However, it is important that you consider some things when you have your golf clubs customized. These would be if you play with your left or right hand, if you wear shoes that have flat soles, if you have your arms on your sides, what the distance between the floor and your wrist is, what the size of your gloves is and what your present handicap on an 18-hole green is.

Other questions that they would ask before customizing your clubs would be your accuracy, your driving distance, chipping and putting techniques and your recovery and ball hitting. Additionally, you would need to know how far your ball goes with your 5 iron; if you do any of these more often than the others: hook, straight, draw, fade, slice; what the make and flexibility of your current driver and shaft are; and the type of golf ball you are using.

Golf clubs are manufactured to meet the demands of different genders, height and skill level – at one stage the same could be said regarding the aesthetics of golf equipment. Regardless of gender it’s important to remember that in the beginning it’s not necessary to purchase the most expensive range of golf clubs – what is important is selecting a set of golf clubs that match your skill level and purpose – for example clubs which are suitable for learners and/or infrequent players. The most practical advice is start playing with an inexpensive set of ladies golf clubs and advance to the next set of clubs when appropriate to do so.

The following sets of ladies golf clubs are suitable for players starting out in the game or until you can reach a decent handicap at your local golf course. After that goal is achieved it is worth considering the benefits of ladies golf clubs – valued in excess of a hundred pounds. At this stage of your career – it can be advisable to view any new golf equipment before purchasing; online retailers like The Sports HQ provide a factory direct outlet to sample new golf equipment before purchase.

The Chicago SGS set of ladies golf clubs includes a titanium fusion 3-wood with a hybrid rescue iron to replace the hard to hit long irons in addition to 7 cavity back titanium reinforced irons (5-6-7-8-9-PW-SW) and a heel-toe balanced putter. The 3-wood is fitted with a graphite shaft whilst all remaining clubs have ladies flex shafts in stainless steel. The entire set is pitched at the entry-level player and includes a 12-month guarantee for peace of mind. The Sports HQ currently offers the Chicago SGS ladies golf set for £49.99; the complete set features:

• Titanium fusion 3 wood with graphite shaft

• Hybrid Rescue Iron Wood 3/4 to replace the hard to hit 3 and 4 Irons

• 7 Cavity Back Titanium Reinforced Irons with steel shafts (5-6-7-8-9-PW-SW)

• All woods and irons feature oversized heads

• 3 Wood has graphite shaft – all other clubs have Steel Shafts – Ladies Flex.

• Bag has built in stand and is lightweight so can be carried or used on a trolley – rain-hood included

• Heel and Toe Balanced Putter

The Prosimmon Golf Model X ladies golf clubs set is brand new for 2008 and is recommended for any lady golfer looking to make significant improvements to their game. This Prosimmon ladies golf set is constructed from premium components including ladies flex graphite shafts on the 3-wood, hybrid rescue clubs and cavity back irons.

The extremely deep cavity-backed irons allow for easier and more solid ball contact for improved flight and increased distance. All golf clubs are packaged in a deluxe Prosimmon trolley bag with a plethora of pockets for valuables and golfing accessories. Despite being a new set for 2008 the Prosimmon Golf Model X complete golf set is available from £89.99 and includes the following equipment:

• Woods: 460cc Titanium Matrix Driver & Oversized 3-Wood

• Hybrid Rescue Club: Replaces the difficult 3 /4 iron

• Deluxe head-covers supplied for woods and hybrid rescue club

• Cavity back irons: 5-6-7-8-9-PW-SW

• Prosimmon X Series Putter

• Deluxe Prosimmon trolley bag

• Woods, hybrid and irons all fitted with ladies flex graphite shafts

The GolfGirl FWS golf package offers a complete set of golf clubs designed specifically for women to provide stability, forgiveness and optimal distance. Combining oversized titanium woods (1-3-5) and a 21-degree hybrid rescue wood with 7 notch cavity irons (5-SW) – all fitted with low torque graphite lady flex shafts for dynamic launch performance for higher shots and all-weather grips as standard. The entire set is packaged in a deluxe trolley bag and styled in neon pink for the ultimate statement on the golf course. The GolfGirl series is available exclusively from The Sports HQ at £99.99 and features the following set-up:

• 1-3-5 Oversized Titanium Woods

• 21 degree hybrid rescue wood

• Woods & Irons have low torque Graphite Lady Flex Shafts

• Set of 7 notch-cavity, polished irons with oversized heads 5-6-7-8-9-PW-SW

• Heel and toe balanced putter

• All clubs fitted with all-weather grips, all woods supplied with free head-covers

• Golf Girl deluxe cart bag – detachable valuables pocket + matching zippered rain/travel hood

• Neon pink and black decals

These are three of the best starter sets available for lady golfers and come highly recommended. All three sets of ladies golf clubs are a great way to break the sport.

Bill Wright with Golf Outlets of USA provides you best information to choosing ladies golf clubs. He also provides you details on golf sets and golf equipment.

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