When should I use 3 iron or 5 wood?

If you are seeking pure distance you are going to want the 5 wood in your golf bag. For those that want accuracy and the ability to hit a shot to get it to land and stop on a green will want the 3 iron in their golf bag.
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Does a 5 wood go further than a 3 iron?

There's a large gap for all five clubs. On approach shots, the 5-wood, 3-hybrid, and 3-iron all travel almost identical distances (~175 yards) for the players in this group, but off the tee, the 3-iron has a distinct advantage among those three clubs.
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When should I hit a 3 wood or 5 wood?

The 3 wood is a better club for playing from the tee as an alternative to the driver. Whilst the 5 wood can work, it will tend to fly a little higher due to the higher loft and you could give up valuable yards or risk it's course being altered by any wind. On a long par 3, the 5 wood is perfectly useable.
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What's easier to hit a 5 wood or 3 hybrid?

If you struggle with woods or long irons the 3 Hybrid is a great club to carry and the 5 wood is a more manageable version of the 3 wood and driver that should be easier to hit well than either of the former. As the 5 wood is longer than the 3 hybrid it is very common to see these clubs together in the same bag.
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What iron does a 5 wood replace?

As a rough rule of thumb, a 5 wood would replace a 2 iron, a 7 wood the 3 or 4 iron, a 9 wood the 5 iron.
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SHOULD A MID HANDICAP GOLFER USE A 3-IRON? A HYBRID? OR A 5-WOOD?



Should a high handicapper use a 3 iron?

The 3 iron is typically a bit harder to hit, and it is going to be a better choice for those that have faster swing speeds and the ability to launch the ball quite high. Typically speaking, the higher handicappers would favor the fairway woods over the lower handicappers who would favor the 3 iron.
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Should a beginner use a 3 wood?

Assuming you're a beginner, consider a wood with between fifteen and eighteen degrees of loft. Usually, this means either a standard three or four wood, depending on whether the club has an adjustable hosel.
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How far should you be able to hit a 5 wood?

A 5-wood is used by golfers who need to hit the ball between 180 and 240 yards, depending on the skill level of the golfer. High-handicap players generally use a 5-wood to hit second shots from the fairway on par 5s and to reach long par 3s.
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What is a 3 wood used for?

A three-wood imparts significantly more backspin, which will help with accuracy most of the time, and it also helps with workability control. The ball is teed much closer to the ground with a three-wood, so the variability of turf interaction does come into play.
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Why do I hit my 5 wood farther than my 3 wood?

The distance gained by 3 wood is, for the most part, 10 to 20 yards longer than that of 5 wood. Of course, this also depends on contact, swing speed, etc. But, generally speaking, lower-lofted and longer-shafted 3 wood travels farther than higher-lofted and shorter-shafted 5 wood.
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How far should a 3 iron go?

The 3 iron can typically hit the ball between 125 and 250 yards. It should go further than most irons and slightly less distance than fairway woods or drivers. The actual distance depends on the skill of the golfer and their ability level.
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Can you tee off with a 5 wood?

Hitting a big-headed driver off a tee is considerably easier. With that in mind, think about putting a 5-wood in your bag instead. The slightly shorter shaft and the extra few degrees of loft make it much easier to hit.
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What club does a 3 iron replace?

Typically, a 3-iron is replaced by a 19 degree hybrid or a 5-wood, a 4-iron is replaced by a 22 degree hybrid or a 7-wood, a 5-iron is replaced by a 25 degree hybrid, and a 6-iron is replaced by a 28 degree hybrid.
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Is it worth having a 3 iron?

Should You Carry A 3 Iron? For mid to high handicap golfers, having a 3 iron in the bag is not recommended. The low amount of loft and thin face makes a 3 iron hard to hit and is why you'd be better off playing a 4 hybrid. Just like with a 2 iron, most of the golfers you'll see on your local course won't have a 3 iron.
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What wood is equivalent to a 3 iron?

The larger club head of a fairway wood compared to an iron makes it easier to achieve more distance without over-swinging. As a rough rule of thumb, a 4 wood would replace a 2-iron, a 5 wood the 3-iron, a 7 wood the 4-iron and a 9 wood the 5 iron.
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Why does my 3 wood go further than my driver?

1. Players who hit their 3- or 5-wood as far or longer than their driver are typically using too little loft with the driver for their clubhead speed. You know, it's a funny thing with the driver and its loft compared to the other clubs in the bag.
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How far does the average person hit a 5 iron?

The average golfer hits their 5 iron 164 yards, but the range tends to vary between 146 and 179 yards. The distance you hit the ball will depend on your swing speed and how well you can compress the golf ball.
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Is a 4 hybrid the same as a 5 wood?

Differences Between 4 Hybrid and 5 Wood

The loft on a 4-hybrid is weakened in comparison to a 5-wood. The 4-hybrid has an average loft of 22 to 24 degrees, while a 5-wood is set at 18 degrees. Naturally, the 5-wood delivers 15 yards more distance than the 4-hybrid.
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Does a beginner need a 5 wood?

Is a 3 wood or 5 wood better for beginners? Beginning golfers often have more success hitting higher lofted clubs. At this stage, a successful shot is defined as one that gets the ball airborne with substantial forward progress. Intuitively, a 5-wood would be an easier club to hit for those just starting with the game.
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What club does a 3 wood replace?

Overview Of The Club Choice

The 3 wood is the best alternative to a driver from the tee and from perfect lies on the fairway. The 3 hybrid is the perfect substitute for the 3 iron for golfers who struggle to hit the strong iron.
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Which fairway wood is easiest?

Most Forgiving Fairway Woods
  • Callaway Rogue ST Max Fairway. Fast and forgiving. ...
  • Titleist TSi2 Fairway Wood. Simple design impressive results. ...
  • TaylorMade Stealth Fairway. Power meets playability. ...
  • Ping G425 SFT Fairway Wood. ...
  • Cobra LTDx MAX Fairway. ...
  • Srixon ZX Fairway. ...
  • Wilson Launch Pad Fairway. ...
  • Mizuno ST-Z Fairway Wood.
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Does a 3 iron go as far as a 3 wood?

However, they typically pull 3-irons and 3-hybrids when facing shots of 220-230 yards. With a 3-wood, they could decrease the disparity between how far they think they hit the ball, and how far they actually hit it, by 10 to 15 yards.
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What goes farther a 3 iron or 3 wood?

As the 3-hybrid is a replacement for the 3-iron you can expect to achieve somewhere between 180 and 210 yards with a 3-hybrid. The 3-wood is aimed at making it possible to reach the green of a par 5 much easier and it can achieve a distance of up to 240 yards.
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Why do I hit fairway woods better than irons?

Iron shots typically don't go as far as wood shots, but are easier to hit accurately. In fact, some players choose to exclusively hit irons, sacrificing distance for accuracy. The woods generally feature longer shafts and less-lofted clubfaces; therefore, they hit the ball farther but are harder to control than irons.
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