What is the best beginner's golf equipment?
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Taylormade OS or Nike Sling Shot.
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umm are we supposed to guess or are you asking for recommendations.  I have Wilson Fat shafts, and a big bertha 12 degree driver and a NIke hybrid club.  read up on clubs on the internet and try some.  most golf courses you can rent or try things.  and if you dont golf yet buy a semi-cheap set and take lessons and you can always buy better clubs once you learn how you play and what you like.
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Get yourself a 15-pack of Top Flite XL2000's or Pinnacles.  When it comes to new balls for a beginner, that's the best bang for you buck.
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Go to www.playgolfamerica.com it's a web site set up for beginner golfers by the PGA, USGA, LPGA, and golf 20/20.  You find information on term, tips, and more.  You can also sign up for a free golf lesson from a local PGA pro.\n  \n\nYou can also find some good tips at www.pga.com improve your game section s\nhttp://www.pga.com/improve/tips/
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First of all, your budget is very smart.  You don't want to spend too much money on a beginner's set because you should outgrow them in a year or two anyway.  However, you definitely want forgiving clubs which means cavity-backs.  \n\nI would disagree with the above poster who mentioned that blades will force you to play better.  This is not necessarily true.  You will be frustrated, and you might quit golf after a short period if you start off with blades.  It's just not worth it.  When you consider that some tour pros use cavity-backs, it makes you wonder why amateurs should even consider going the way of blades.  Granted, this is somewhat of a contentious issue, but for an amateur like me who will never turn pro, there is just no point in aiming for blades.\n\nNow on to golf clubs.  For beginners, I would recommend the Mizuno MX-17s.  They are very forgiving.  They have recently been replaced by the MX-900, so you should be able to get a good deal on the 17s new.  Mizuno's are famous for the softness of their forged irons, and even though the 17's are cast not forged, they come close to the forged irons in feel.  When it comes to quality, Mizuno irons cannot be beat.\n\nAnother popular beginner's set are the Pings.  The new G5s are quite pricey, but you may be able to find a used set or perhaps a G2 set for a good price.  The Pings are also well known for being forgiving, but they just looked too ugly for me.  I couldn't stand the look of them while I still find myself admiring my MX-17s after a full year.  \n\nThe Callaways, imo, are just as pricey as the Pings without their forgiveness.  They don't look as good as the Mizunos either.\n\nIf you are just experimenting with golf and not sure if you will stick with it, go with the much cheaper 2nd tier brands.  These include Tommy Armour, Ben Hogan, Adams, etc.  They should be almost as good if not as good as the big brands but at a fraction of the price.  If you decide to stick with the game after a year, you can always upgrade to the Mizuno MX-23s.  (the 23s are Mizuno's most forgiving forged irons.  Probably the most well-reviewed irons in existence).\n\nAbout fitting, it is certainly important.  However, most golf stores will fit clubs for you for free if you purchase them from their store, so you might want to consider that option first.\n\nPS.  Unless a golf store measures your swing speed at 95mph or higher, go with Regular Flex shafts, not the Stiff Flex.  So many people have an ego issue and go with the stiff when regular is most appropriate for the majority of players.  Even my instructor (whom I respect greatly) recommended that I go with stiff.  (I ended up with regular and am glad I did).\n\nHope this helps!
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Check out some of these titles by David Leadbetter:\n\nhttp://www.shopzilla.com/8B--Golf_Gifts_Equipment_-_cat_id--12070300__keyword--david%20leadbetter%20golf%20video__kw--david%20leadbetter%20golf%20video__mkt_id--45231769__qcid--951802835162
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You should buy a training aid to start with. The Medicus jointed club, the Momentus whieghted club, or any swing trainer that points out swing flaws and comes with some sort of instructional DVD is the best way to start. In conjunction, if you can only afford one club and not a whole set I would recommend a 5 wood.\n\ngood luck!
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At any local Sportmart, Sports Authority, or equivalent, you can get a set of Dunlop's for about 200 bucks.  It should include all clubs, putter, and the BAG.  Dunlop sells a lot of these package deals.  They will only last you about a year, but then you shouldn't suck at golf, and you'll want some high quality clubs.  Make sure to clean them after every round, as they are not exactly the best metal and they will discolor or rust.  They make a great starter set.
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At your height.  I would recommend at least 1" over length and 2 degrees upright.  Depending on your athletic ability...Stiff shaft.  You can find a used set built to those specifications at a variety of places.   Or you can by a new set at a pro shop.  On or off course.  They will make an immense difference in your ability to make contact.  They will "fit" you better.   \n\nMany places have "demo sets".  Try one at a range.  If you do better and are liking the game.  Invest in a series of lessons to learn the fundamentals.  If this is not in your price range...find an instruction book and teach yourself.  Be careful not to read from too many different advisers.  Pick one and stick with it.   There are some good videos out as well.
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Check the reviews here:\n\nhttp://golfonline.com/equipment\n\nand here:\n\nhttp://www.golfdigest.com/hotlist
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Any of the major manufacturers make quality clubs. \n\nI would recommend a cavity backed style of irons, just for forgiveness. \n\nSearch out some new clubs here:\n\nhttp://www.golfgalaxy.com
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There's a lot of different options depending on your setup, space available, budget, etc.\n\nhttp://www.p3proswing.com/\nhttp://www.google.com/search?hl=en&sa=X&oi=spell&resnum=0&ct=result&cd=1&q=golf+swing+analyzer&spell=1
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I'm going to guess your a new golfer or only play about 10 times a year  Ram has some good clubs in a low price range.  I have 10 sets I let students use in my beginner golf class.  We also use them as rent sets, they take a lot of abuse.  The one thing to watch out for is using the woods on matts.  People who hit behind the ball and swing hard can bend the shafts and split the metal heads.  They should work just fine.  You may want to go to www.playgolfamerica.com and sign up for a free golf lesson from a local PGA pro.
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PartyCrasher:\n\nThese answers are well thought out. But I would recommend a bit different set makeup for you. \n\nIrons: 5-Sand Wedge (56 degree SW).\n\nMake sure to get a cavity backed set, something with offset. If you tell the people at the golf store that you're looking for a forgiving set of irons that's cavity backed and offset, they'll be able to help you. \n\nWoods and hybrids:\n\nGet an 18 degree 5 wood, a 21 degree 7 wood, and two hybrid clubs (these are a cross between a wood and iron) Hybrids: 22 and 25 degree. These are much easier to hit and much more forgiving than long irons. They will make the game easier for you starting out. \n\nGet at least a 13 degree driver, with as big a head as possible, to make it easier to hit. Make sure you get it from a major manufacturer, the off brands may look the same, but their quality control is terrble. \n\nAny 34 or 35 inch putter that looks good to you, one that looks like a Ping Anser is a good choice. Almost all the major manufacturers have a design that copies the original Ping putter. \n\nThis leaves you with thirteen clubs. You can add one more later because the limit is 14, but I would start with this and see how it goes. This set will not be cheap, you will probably spend over 1000.00 easily. \n\nYou might want to see what irons and woods you like at the golf store and then check ebay and see if you can get them used. Just make sure they're not too beat up!! \n\nThe January 2006 issue of Golf Magazine has an article that I referenced for this recommendation, pick it up and use it as a guide to begin your club purchases! \n\nHave fun!!!
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Actually you can go to a golf shop and have a set made for 3 to 4 hundred dollars. A lot of small golf shops have ready made new sets on hand in that price range, and a bonus while there is you can have your swing speed check and get measured.\n\nHowever the Adams tight lies are a good set of clubs and if you like them I say go for it, its always best to play with clubs that fit your eye.\n\nCheck out ::\n\n http://www.golfgalaxy.com \n\nThey have some great deals.\n\nLeon
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There is an ebay type web site called www.golfclubexchange.com.  New and used gear of every type.\n\nAs far as quality brands to look for, Mizuno MX series are a nice oversized cast cavity back with a decent offset to assist a high handicapper with keeping the ball in play.  Nicklaus golf has some less expensive sticks that hit well too.\n\nMostly you just need to get into the shops and swing everything that you can get your hands on.  you'll find one or two brands that feel better than all the others and those are what you need to buy.  So much of the game of golf is mental, so finding a set of clubs that feel good and look good at address will definately take strokes off of your score.  \n\nDo Not!!! skimp on your putter.  I have so many friends who will spent $400 on a new driver, but have a $30  putter in their bag.  Putting is the key to lowering your handicap.  Don't be afraid to spend some dough on a quality putter.\n\nGood luck,  and enjoy the game
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Well, as for the previous two answers I will say that Ping is good, but nowhere near expensive as Callaway products.  As for the Taylor Made r7, well, I have one and it is great, but the changeable weights wont help if you have a horrible swing. \n\nRight now, the best drivers on the market in terms of accuracy I would have to say the Nike SQ and the Cleveland Hi-Bore are on top.  Both of those drivers are probably the most accurate clubs on the market.