The Fitting Process

Testing for Head Pattern and Set Make Up
What you really mean is "does the head feel solid" and more importantly, "what does the ball flight look like?" Over the last few years manufacturers have done the same thing to the lofts of irons that they have done to shafts. They want to substantiate a claim that their clubs will "hit the ball farther". The only sure way to deliver on that claim is to put a "9" on the bottom of a pitching wedge.

We recommend having your current set measured for loft and lie and then finding your distances. Any discrepancies will show up quickly. It is important to choose a set made up of clubs that will cover every possible distance in 10-15 yard intervals. Then, you choose your specific clubs depending on your level of skill. A common adjustment is to replace long irons with 7 and 9 woods or with easier-to-hit utility clubs.

We have found in our testing that some golfers are simply not strong enough to produce any significant carry distance in their long irons. In these cases, substituting utility woods for long irons has been very effective.

Our view is that choosing a head pattern is purely a matter of personal choice and whether you truly believe you'll play better if you use clubs preferred by whoever might be your current idol on Tour. If you don't have any favorites, we offer the alternative of our "no name prototypes". We can also make a nearly perfect set of clubs from any manufacturer.