Buying the Best Clubs for Beginners

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A new set of clubs for beginners is really not necessary; in fact the higher end clubs can be a hindrance on your game. Golf is unique in the fact that the sport requires a group of instruments, and equipment to play in full. Many sports like baseball or basketball just require a few items that are used by an entire team. Golf being an individual sport this aspect changes into a need for the right set of clubs.

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Mac by Simon Golf Men's Golf Club Set

$119.99

This complete club set from Mac includes a driver, fairway wood, hybrid, irons, putter and bag. This golf club set is a great game improvement set for golfers looking for more distance, forgiveness and accuracy.

Callaway XJ Boy's Jr Golf Club Set

$181.99

The X Junior Set built for kids 5-8 years old or between 41 and 50 inches tall is small in size only. Every club comes with the some of the same innovative advancements Callaway Golf has put into its X Series Clubs for adults but tailored for kids.

Callaway XJ Girl's Jr Golf Club Set

$199.99

The X Junior Set built for kids 5-8 years old or between 41 and 50 inches tall is small in size only. Every club comes with the some of the same innovative advancements Callaway Golf has put into its X Series Clubs for adults but tailored for kids.

Nextt Pro Score 19-piece Complete Golf Club Set

$179.99

Get your game on track with this 19-piece golf set from Nextt. This complete set includes three woods with graphite shafts, irons with steel shafts, a putter and a bag with a hood.

Golf clubs are broken down into sets of complete or incomplete, as well as irons, woods, drivers, putters, wedges, and hybrids. Golf clubs can be purchased in any combination of the above, but typically for beginners it is good to start with the entire set. Also women's clubs are sold as sets, but typically differ from men's clubs in size. Golf clubs in sets typically come with a bag that has stands on it, so it can rest on itself while you are taking your shots. Also golf sets occasionally will come with tops for the heads, as well as towels, umbrellas, and even balls.

Golf club sets can be purchased at a number of places. In order of price, most expensive to least, you can buy clubs at a pro shop; this will be your most expensive option. You can also buy clubs at sporting good stores, or golf specialty stores. For those bargain shoppers you can purchase a full set of clubs at Wal Mart, or even your local thrift store. For the internet shopper's eBay offers a great selection of new and used golf club sets.

The cost for a set of clubs can vary from less than $100 for an entire set, to over $10,000 for the high end clubs. Typically golfers can buy a decent set of clubs for $400 depending on where they are shopping. High end clubs are often bought in singles, thus making it more costly to purchase a set. One driver can cost over $1,000 at a local pro shop.

The term you get what you pay for isn't true in the world of golf clubs. Unlike cars, or computers, typically golf clubs can be beneficial at a low cost. Further, many prefer cheaper clubs, or used clubs, because they offer a more standard weight and grip. Golf clubs are uniquely made out of several different materials, and can vary depending on a user's preference. The cheaper clubs have a level feel to them, and don't offer too much of any one element. If a beginner spends a large amount of money on an ultra light driver, it could be too light for them to learn the basics of their swing, this actually prohibiting them from learning the basics.

Overall it's important to start off with a modest set of clubs until your game advances to levels that call for new clubs. Plus with all the money you save you can buy your significant other a set, and make a date at the course.