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Golf Clubs – Learn The Basic Anatomy Of The Golf Club
If you are new to the game of golf and are unsure about a few of the basic tools you will need to enjoy the game, the first thing you need to become educated on is the golf club. The golf club is the primary piece of equipment that you will use on the course. These clubs come in all sizes, yet have the same standard characteristics, as explained below:
1. The Grip: The grip is the area in which you hold the golf club. Most grips are designed by using rubber material, while others use leather. The grip covers the top section of the shaft.
2. The Shaft: The shaft is considered the “engine” of the golf club. This section is typically made of steel or graphite. The shaft will offer you leverage in power which is what makes the ball fly once impact with the clubhead occurs.
As a general rule of thumb, you will be able to hit the ball further if the shaft is designed longer. You could compare the anatomy of the shaft to a basic dust broom. A longer handle will offer you more leverage to sweep, as the same holds true with a golf club. A shorter handle (or shaft) gives you less power and is designed for shorter distances.
3. The Clubhead: At the end of the shaft you will find the clubhead. It is the clubhead which actually hits the ball. It has four distinct areas: clubface, hosel, the sole, and of course the top of the club.
The club face is the section in which you are trying to hit the ball with. If you take a closer look you will see horizontal grooves etched into this area. These grooves help you put spin on the ball. A good spin will help the ball fly longer distances.
The hosel is the opening area where the shaft and clubhead connect together. In the early days, the shaft was made of hickory and was attached to the clubhead by using very thin, but strong, string. Golf clubs of today utilize a unique strong glue to connect this section.