What is Custom Fitting?

Custom Fit is basically tailoring your golf equipment to suit not only your stature, but the way you swing the golf club. The importance of having your clubs custom fit is generally, greatly underestimated, and having a set of ill-fitting clubs will be a huge hindrance when it comes to playing. We have listed the areas looked at within custom fitting and then go on to explain more regarding that area. 

• Shaft
• Length
• Loft
• Lie 
• Grip
• Iron Hybrid Fitting
• Wedge Fitting (Gap fitting & Bounce Confugurations)
• Driver Fitting (Model, Loft, Length, Flex & Launch)

Club Head
Selecting the correct club head design to best compliment YOUR game is essential.  Depending on how you strike the ball and if you require forgiveness or the ability to shape the shot. We can also alter the trajectory of the flight at this stage.  

Shafts
The correct shaft is vital, as this enables the ball to travel further with more control, optimising launch angle and controlling ball spin rate. 

Launch Angle
Launch Angle is the angle the ball leaves the clubface in relation to the ground at impact. It is identified during the first half of the ball’s flight. To maximise distance this must be optimised. 

The diagram shows the ideal launch angle and demonstrates how too high or too low a launch angle affects distance.  

Spin rate
Spin rate is the amount of backspin and sidespin imparted on the ball at impact, which affects distance and accuracy. It is visually identified during the second half of the ball’s flight. 

A low trajectory occurs, when there is not enough backspin on the ball. This causes the ball to fall quickly, loosing distance. When the ball flies too high, it has too much backspin, reducing distance, as the ball starts too low, then quickly climbs upwards and drops. 

The ideal type of shaft (steel or graphite) and flex for a player varies according to their swing speed, ball flight and swing characteristics. 

Kick Point 

 This is the point where the shaft bends during the forward swing. Players with a slow club head speed generally benefit from a lower kick point, which helps get the ball into the air more easily, resulting in a higher trajectory, longer carry and greater distance. 

The positions on a shaft of a high and low kick point 

Torque
The correct level of torque helps ensure the clubface is square at impact. It refers to the amount of rotation that occurs in a shaft. A value under 3 indicates low torque, so the shaft twists less, offering a harder feel. 

Shaft length
The correct length helps players consistently deliver central strikes, producing maximum ball speed and control. Longer shafts produce more club head speed, but consistency and control can be lost. A player’s address position, swing mechanics, ball striking, shot pattern, posture during their down swing, height, and wrist to floor measurement must be considered as this affects shaft length. 

Lie Angle
With irons, once the correct shaft length has been determined, the lie angle must be established. This measures the angle between the sole of the club and the centreline of the shaft, 

If a club is too upright, the ball starts left of the target. Too flat a lie results in the ball flying right. Therefore ensuring your clubs have the correct lie angle, gives you the best chance of hitting the ball straight! 

Grip Size
Grip size is important. The grip must feel comfortable, and fit your hand. Grip size can even reduce the effects of some swing faults. 

Why not let your equipment start talking! 

If you would like to have your launch angle and spin rate tested using the Flight Scope Launch Monitor and have the ULTIMATE CLUB CUSTOMISATION, please call Donal on 0872604304 or email info@golfacademy.ie or use our online booking system  to book an appointment.   

Remember customization is FREE On Purchase