Do pros shorten their irons?

Not really. Usually the clubs stop getting shorter above the 9-iron, meaning the various wedges are the same length as the 9-iron. And yet each wedge above the 9 hits the ball less far.

Are Pros golf clubs shorter?

That's why the majority of drivers on the market today come with stock shafts that are either 45 or 45.5 inches in length. The PGA Tour, however, resides somewhere in the 44.5- to 45-inch range, with some players going considerably lower.

Should you shorten your irons?

Additionally, shorter length golf clubs can provide more control to the golfer, essentially making the golf club more forgiving. While longer clubs can help increase speed and launch angle, shorter clubs can be easier to hit solid due to the reduction in swing arc.

When should I shorten my irons?

Golfers who are shorter than 5'7” and tend to have a shorter wrist-to-floor length likely need to shorten their irons. The decision to shorten golf irons typically comes down to the height of the player.

Why do pros use smaller irons?

According to Titleist, 70% of tour players use cavity backs while 30% use blades. Cavity back irons provide increased forgiveness while blades offer more control and a better feel. This is why a lot of tour players have both cavity backs and blade irons in their bags.

GOLF: Why The Pros Hit Their Irons So Solid

Why do pro golfers clubs look so short?

It takes a shorter club for most people to create the desired spine and shaft angles, swing planes, and contact with the ball. As would be expected, the shorter club and improved planes create better accuracy with the golf shots.

Do pros use Muscle back irons?

Along with the increased forgiveness, a muscle back iron will generate a bit more distance. This is the main reason pros prefer a muscle back iron over the traditional blade.

Is it bad to shorten golf clubs?

For most golfers, having clubs that are too short will be better than if they're too long, but can still result in inconsistent shots. Clubs that are too short will make you stand bent over, which can cause back pain. You'll also have the tendency to push the ball a lot.

What happens if irons are too long?

5 Signs Your Golf Clubs are Too Long

You can't move your lower body while swinging the golf club. You keep hitting the ball with the golf club's toe. The ball tends to veer off to the left or too high when hit by the club. The golf club's shaft feels very weak when held, gripped, or swung.

How do I know if my irons are too long?

Do tall golfers need longer clubs?

Because golf is a game of repetition and your swing should not vary in most circumstances, your stance will be the same. It doesn't matter how tall you are if you have a deeper crouch in your swing because your wrists will then be closer to the ground, which means you need slightly shorter clubs.

How long should golf clubs be for 6 2?

For example, for a golfer that stands 6'2” and has a wrist-to-floor of 39”, the recommendation for proper club length would be 1/2” longer than standard length.

Are 30 year old golf clubs still good?

There is no evidence that golf clubs deteriorate over time. Well maintained clubs will last a lifetime. 10+ year old clubs should be checked for better options but clubs less than 5 years old do not need replacing except for wear and tear issues to which wedges and forged irons are most vulnerable.

Are drivers longer than irons?

Irons vs Driver

Because your irons are shorter than your driver, and because the ball is positioned farther back in your stance, there will be less tilt in your spine. The center of your body will even with the ball, not slightly behind it like with the driver.

Do longer clubs go further?

Golfers are always seeking more distance to their shots, and an easy way to get more distance is to increase clubhead speed. A longer club puts the clubhead on a bigger arc for more speed, so some players will lengthen the shafts on their clubs to gain distance.

How should my golf clubs fit my height?

Using the ratio of every 6" of height there should be a 1" change in length then there should be a 1 ½" difference between their 5-irons. For example, recommend 36.5" for the lady and 38" for the man (or 36.75" / 38.25").

Do shorter golfers need shorter clubs?

Shorter golfers are often better served with shorter clubs, while the lie angle (how the club sits on the ground) may also need tweaking. If your clubs are too long and/or upright, you'll be forced to adjust away from a swing that's natural for you.

What happens if my irons are too short?

If your golf club is too short for you, then your stance will be too bent over. Your stance will be this way because you are reaching down for the golf ball. The problem with a poor posture like this is that it will ruin your spine angle. Once your spine angle is off, you may have trouble rotating correctly.

How much does it cost to shorten irons?

Any amount of cutting will slightly stiffen the club. It will probably go unnoticed if you take 1 inch or less off the club. Taking 2 inches off will change the flex of the club. If you are shortening irons, every 1 inch you shorten the club will make the iron effectively play 2 degrees flatter.

What is the standard length of men's golf irons?

For men, the standard length of a 7-iron with a steel shaft is 37 inches and if it has a graphite shaft, the standard length is 37.5 inches. A graphite golf club for women has a length of 36.5 inches while a golf club made of steel features a standard length of 36 inches.

Do blades go further than cavity backs?

Blades Vs Cavity Backs – Distance

As an average golfer, you would likely achieve greater distance with cavity backs. For starters, the average golfer struggles to consistently strike the ball in the sweet spot and generate sufficient ball speed for longer carry and total distance.

Do any pros use cast irons?

Although many pros still use forged irons, a large number now use investment cast irons and there is no stigma attached.

Do all pros play blades?

Blades on the PGA Tour

Approximately 25 percent to 35 percent of PGA Tour players use blades, according to a 2011 “Golf Digest” article. Top players such as Luke Donald, Rory McIlroy, Phil Mickelson, Tiger Woods and Ernie Els all prefer blades to cavity-backs.