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Lets Start With the Irons
GigaGolf offers several Super Game Improvement iron sets . Their Acer XP High Trajectory is an excellent choice. It offers a wide sole, thick topline, large offset and maximum forgiveness. Click here to go to their Acer XP description page. We'll guide you from there.
Step 1- Select Clubs
We don't want the standard set makeup so we need to select "click here to purchase irons individually". This is a very nice feature of GigaGolf. Most online fitters will not allow you to buy clubs individually. You usually have to buy the set as configured. Click on the selections of clubs you want — 6 through sand wedge. When done click on Next.
Step 2- Select Grips
This is where we choose our grips and grip size. If you are not familiar with golf club grips, choosing their default Lamkin Crossline will be good choice. If you'd like to learn about the other choices, select a different grip and the display will change and show you a picture of the selection and provide a description.
For grip size you may need to make some hand measurements. Grip size is important because it effects how you hold and swing the club. An incorrect grip size can hurt distance and accuracy. If you want to learn more, just click on the i to see why grip size is important. After you've entered your information click on Next.
Step 3 - Selecting Shafts
The two parts of selecting shafts are choosing the shaft model and choosing the shaft flex. Getting the correct shaft is a very important part of getting the right clubs for you.
Shaft models differ in terms of materials (steel or graphite) and flex characteristics. Some shafts flex in a way that makes the ball go higher and some shafts flex so the ball goes lower with a more boring trajectory. The main detail to consider for a beginner is material. Graphite shafts are lighter so you can swing them faster. They also have a softer feel. Steel shafts tend to be a little more accurate. Slower swing speeds will probably want to select graphite shafts.
The correct shaft flex is based on your swing speed. Fast swingers need stiffer shafts for optimum accuracy and distance and slow swingers need more flexible shafts. So how do you figure your swing speed if you're a new golfer. You can assume that if you are an average male of average athletic ability, your driver swing speed is between 85 and 95 mph. This means on your good shots your drives should carry between 180-220 yards. You should be able to hit your 5 iron about 145 to 165 yards. For that swing speed you want a regular flex shaft. If you are a young, very athletic male you may need a stiff (S) shaft. For beginner seniors and strong women your speed is probably between 75 and 85 mph which equates to 100-140 yards with your 5 iron so you want an amateur (A) flex shaft. Average women and juniors swing at around 65-75 mph which means 75-100 yards and a ladies flex shaft.
The eFit System will help guide you through your s election. As you select a shaft, the display changes to give you an image and description of that shaft. Above the image are three choices-Shaft Image, Shaft eFit, and Shaft Specs. Clicking on Shaft eFit will allow you to enter your 5 iron carry distance and get a recommendation of your correct flex. Selecting Shaft Specs will give you more details about the shaft like weight, bend point. This is cool stuff and a great way to learn about shafts.
Once your shaft is selected click on Next.
Step 4 - Selecting Length and Lie
The length of your club is important. Not only does it effect your ball striking but it also relates to the lie of the club which can effect shot direction.
The Length/Lie step brings up a display that lets you enter the 2 measurements that effect length and lie. Your height is obviously important but you also want to measure your wrist to floor distance. Long or short arms will effect the correct length of your clubs. When measuring your wrist to floor measurement be sure to be in your stocking feet.
Enter your measurements and select Submit. eFit will now s how you your recommended club length and lie and automatically adjust the selections below.
The lie of a club effects how the sole sits on the ground. At contact if the toe is up in the air the ball will tend to go left. If the heel is up in the air the ball will tend to go right. The eFit syste m provides a wonderful, visual explanation of how this works. Just click on the i and Find out here selection. By the way, lie adjustment can only be done to irons, so these adjustments don't apply to woods and hybrids.
By the way, you might want to consider making your clubs .5 inch shorter. Shorter clubs are a little bit easier to hit.
Step 5 - Review
This step allows you to review all your fitting specifications. If you choose you can edit your selections.
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