| A new set of clubs for beginners is really not | | | | The cost for a set of clubs can vary from less than |
| necessary; in fact the higher end clubs can be a | | | | $100 for an entire set, to over $10,000 for the high end |
| hindrance on your game. Golf is unique in the fact that | | | | clubs. Typically golfers can buy a decent set of clubs |
| the sport requires a group of instruments, and | | | | for $400 depending on where they are shopping. High |
| equipment to play in full. Many sports like baseball or | | | | end clubs are often bought in singles, thus making it |
| basketball just require a few items that are used by an | | | | more costly to purchase a set. One driver can cost |
| entire team. Golf being an individual sport this aspect | | | | over $1,000 at a local pro shop. |
| changes into a need for the right set of clubs. | | | | The term you get what you pay for isn't true in the |
| Golf clubs are broken down into sets of complete or | | | | world of golf clubs. Unlike cars, or computers, typically |
| incomplete, as well as irons, woods, drivers, putters, | | | | golf clubs can be beneficial at a low cost. Further, |
| wedges, and hybrids. Golf clubs can be purchased in | | | | many prefer cheaper clubs, or used clubs, because |
| any combination of the above, but typically for | | | | they offer a more standard weight and grip. Golf clubs |
| beginners it is good to start with the entire set. Also | | | | are uniquely made out of several different materials, |
| women's clubs are sold as sets, but typically differ | | | | and can vary depending on a user's preference. The |
| from men's clubs in size. Golf clubs in sets typically | | | | cheaper clubs have a level feel to them, and don't |
| come with a bag that has stands on it, so it can rest | | | | offer too much of any one element. If a beginner |
| on itself while you are taking your shots. Also golf sets | | | | spends a large amount of money on an ultra light |
| occasionally will come with tops for the heads, as well | | | | driver, it could be too light for them to learn the basics |
| as towels, umbrellas, and even balls. | | | | of their swing, this actually prohibiting them from |
| Golf club sets can be purchased at a number of | | | | learning the basics. |
| places. In order of price, most expensive to least, you | | | | Overall it's important to start off with a modest set of |
| can buy clubs at a pro shop; this will be your most | | | | clubs until your game advances to levels that call for |
| expensive option. You can also buy clubs at sporting | | | | new clubs. Plus with all the money you save you can |
| good stores, or golf specialty stores. For those bargain | | | | buy your significant other a set, and make a date at |
| shoppers you can purchase a full set of clubs at Wal | | | | the course. |
| Mart, or even your local thrift store. For the internet | | | | Jimmy Bonner is the author of the best-selling golf |
| shopper's eBay offers a great selection of new and | | | | ebooks. |
| used golf club sets. | | | | |