Custom fitting WHERE TO GO

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Jag Singh

Handicap : 16.9

Posted : Fri 19th Feb 2010 13:34

Hi,

I thought I had bought custom fitted clubs two years ago, but recently having looked at about three custom fitting centres Mizuno, Ping and Taylor Made, I realised that the sales person who sold me my Talyor Made cgb's actually did not do anything.

When purchasing my new clubs back then, he told me to hit few balls with a 7 iron and then told me that these clubs were right for me as I am an average hitter and all that needed changing was the shaft length i.e. 1/2 inch shorter. He went off to adjust the shaft length on the clubs and that was it.

My game has been okayish but recently been having some teething problems. Playing with few lower HCP players have suggested getting a proper fitting done as the clubs may not be right for me.

Has anyone had this done the proper way and if so any recommendations?

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John Pettitt

Handicap : 18

Reply : Fri 19th Feb 2010 15:01

Jagdeep, custom club fitting is pretty much a lottery in this country. Everyone claims to be an expert at it but there are very few experts, I can assure you. Everything is geared to sell you the new equipment.

Personally, If I were going down that road, I would go to a specialist clubmaker/fitter, although I can hit the same shots with whatever you put in my hand from a juniors cut down to a ladies club.

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David Homer

Handicap : 14.1

Reply : Fri 19th Feb 2010 18:06

Oh stop it John I'm getting jealous - are you coming to my event on 1st October, would be good to see you and they do buggies!

I agree though all the sales people that tell you that a new set of clubs will make you better are jokers. If you are honest with yourself and just fancy a new set of clubs fair enough but you can't buy a better game. - Well with the exception of my new nike 7 wood that is!!!

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John Pettitt

Handicap : 18

Reply : Fri 19th Feb 2010 19:00

What on earth is a man of your power doing with a seven wood. Irons should be your forte.

I would love to come to your event on October the first, David, but I have a sick wife at the moment and I am therefore not thinking that far ahead, but if all is well then I would love to come.

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Dave ley

Handicap : 9.7

Reply : Fri 19th Feb 2010 19:55

Jagdeep, follow this link select your area and there will be a selection of qualified clubmakers/fitters listed,they are all GCA members(Golfsmith’s Clubmakers Association) But please before you pick one try to get some testimonials on their fitting/Clubmaking skills, experience etc,

http://www.golfsmitheurope.co.uk/gs_locator.htm

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David Homer

Handicap : 14.1

Reply : Fri 19th Feb 2010 20:00

JP - the 7 wood has a steel shaft and flies 190 with ease, much safer than my 3 iron during the winter at least. I tend to go more lofted with my woods as I have a low ball flight, hence a 13 degree driver.

Hope the wife gets better soon, regards.

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Dave ley

Handicap : 9.7

Reply : Fri 19th Feb 2010 22:03

Nowt wrong with a 7 wood never leave home without it , Homer 190 you wimp

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Jag Singh

Handicap : 16.9

Reply : Sat 20th Feb 2010 09:38

Thank you for your kind comments.

Its more about getting the right clubs. I tried a set of Ping G15 whilst in Dubai few weeks ago and they were great. They felt so much comfortable than my current set.

I will ckeck out the link as update my thoughts

Thanks again

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Russ Rice

Handicap : 7

Reply : Sat 20th Feb 2010 10:01

my fav is the ORKA custom fit, i used a guy near milton keynes / silverstone

John was his name, went through everything and actually had a few on course trials to judge what shaft and lofts lies were needed

all in all the blades i bought are fantastic but not a big money grabbing brand

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Jag Singh

Handicap : 16.9

Reply : Wed 24th Feb 2010 10:43

Has anyone tried the online ping web fit???

I am going to try few fitters and see if the get the same or similar results.

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Bob Freeman

Handicap : 14

Reply : Mon 1st Mar 2010 10:11

From personal experience you are much better off finding an independent club fitter who knows his stuff. Yes they are out there. Any one who is attached to a club or a manufacturer will favor his own products on the other hand a true indipendent will advise what is best for you.

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Rose O'connor

Handicap : 30.2

Reply : Tue 2nd Mar 2010 21:42

www.golfshake.com/news/view/1401/ForeGolf_Ireland_announced_as_World_Clubmaker_o
f_the_Year.html

I have just purchased some clubs fron Derek (its make or break year for me). I haven't had much of a chance to use them yet, but I really like them. Hubby has also bought from Derek.

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