Fitting

[robinwellsgolf]

How many of you genuinely know you have the correct set up lie angles, shaft weight , kick point etc etc and how many of you really know you are using the correct golf ball for you and not just using one because it’s a prov or premium ball ? Interested to see the responses for this one

[Josh Parker]

I have been fitted for my entire bag other than golf ball. Play the Maxfli Tour X.

Will be doing another iron fitting when it's time for irons again and periodically check lie angles on existing clubs.

[robinwellsgolf]

Just now, Josh Parker said:

I have been fitted for my entire bag other than golf ball. Play the Maxfli Tour X.

Will be doing another iron fitting when it's time for irons again and periodically check lie angles on existing clubs.

Just curious as to why would you not get the ball fitted to maximise the benefit for your game ?

[Josh Parker]

2 minutes ago, robinwellsgolf said:

Just curious as to why would you not get the ball fitted to maximise the benefit for your game ?

Just hadn't up to this point. First fitting was about 2 years ago and just getting into that side of things. 

[cnosil]

I don’t definitively know I have the best clubs or configuration for my clubs.  I self test a lot and the clubs i have in my bag work fairly well.  I typically play balls that spin more because I am a low spin player.  I leverage the MGS ball test to identify balls on the higher spin side and then see how they work.   

[JAYER38]

25 minutes ago, cnosil said:

I don’t definitively know I have the best clubs or configuration for my clubs.  I self test a lot and the clubs i have in my bag work fairly well.  I typically play balls that spin more because I am a low spin player.  I leverage the MGS ball test to identify balls on the higher spin side and then see how they work.   

THIS!

I enjoy self testing. With club spec adjustments I just went a direction and if it didn't work I went the other and kept going until ball flight was what I want/expected.

The only thing I haven't tried if shafts for irons. Irons isn't exactly easy to swap out shafts quickly and testing indoors is never the best for me mentally.

Now club head wise I know I play a iron head(Mizuno 919 Forged Pro) that is out of my skill level and hurts my distance but it also keeps me aware of where I hit on the face vs just a forgiving iron that doesn't care(PING G710)

Golf Balls I play what I like the feel of and performs well in my eyes.. The winter/colder/wet rounds I've been playing with my "water balls". Basically scuffed or random balls I've found while working thru things. Now that the weather is getting better ill be moving back into the Callaway ERC Soft's as that's my preferred ball

[robinwellsgolf]

Just now, JAYER38 said:

THIS!

I enjoy self testing. With club spec adjustments I just went a direction and if it didn't work I went the other and kept going until ball flight was what I want/expected.

The only thing I haven't tried if shafts for irons. Irons isn't exactly easy to swap out shafts quickly and testing indoors is never the best for me mentally.

Now club head wise I know I play a iron head(Mizuno 919 Forged Pro) that is out of my skill level and hurts my distance but it also keeps me aware of where I hit on the face vs just a forgiving iron that doesn't care(PING G710)

Golf Balls I play what I like the feel of and performs well in my eyes.. The winter/colder/wet rounds I've been playing with my "water balls". Basically scuffed or random balls I've found while working thru things. Now that the weather is getting better ill be moving back into the Callaway ERC Soft's as that's my preferred ball

Just a couple of pointers for this iron heads are never out of certain skill levels if they work they work I’ve seen many high handicap players fitted for blades and many low handicap elite level golfers fitted for more “mid-high” handicap irons , genuinely curious how many players out there have developed a slight swing fault due to lie angle of the irons being incorrect to try and rectify to much moment either way on the golf ball in flight , and I am personally very interested in whether fitting is more prominent in certain countries over others also 

[russtopherb]

Across the bag? No. I was fit for woods + hybrid, and I'm using a shaft in my irons that I was fit into in a previous set so I know they work for my swing characteristics (although I was fit into them before tennis elbow hit). 

[JAYER38]

1 hour ago, robinwellsgolf said:

Just a couple of pointers for this iron heads are never out of certain skill levels if they work they work I’ve seen many high handicap players fitted for blades and many low handicap elite level golfers fitted for more “mid-high” handicap irons , genuinely curious how many players out there have developed a slight swing fault due to lie angle of the irons being incorrect to try and rectify to much moment either way on the golf ball in flight , and I am personally very interested in whether fitting is more prominent in certain countries over others also 

I do understand your point here specially on the swing fault due to incorrect specs... You bring up a good question as far as the certain countries/areas and how they go about getting results so ill follow this and see how it comes out.

After taking a few lessons/talking to instructors it was basically said adjust as needed with each club not just do whatever the chart says. You can always adjust back if needed. 

[robinwellsgolf]

1 hour ago, russtopherb said:

Across the bag? No. I was fit for woods + hybrid, and I'm using a shaft in my irons that I was fit into in a previous set so I know they work for my swing characteristics (although I was fit into them before tennis elbow hit). 

I feel you golf elbow sucks !

interested as to whether the shaft you were fit into on the previous set works the same for you in this set as the weight of the head itself can change the way the shaft works and the balance of the club etc 

[russtopherb]

6 minutes ago, robinwellsgolf said:

I feel you golf elbow sucks !

interested as to whether the shaft you were fit into on the previous set works the same for you in this set as the weight of the head itself can change the way the shaft works and the balance of the club etc 

It does give me the same expected results, thankfully it's within the same family (I was fit for W/S C300 irons and I'm currently using D7s) just with an SGI head vs GI. 

[NM01]

Everything in my bag has been fitted for my swing and anything that I add is tested to ensure it matches what works for my swing unless I’m just curious about something new and blind but close to my specs knowing it’s probably only staying in then bag for a short period of time before being sold or traded in unless it and just outperforms what I already have.

Ive been fit enough times to know what works and what doesn’t that just a short time on the range I know if its a fit or not 

[Shifty]

Kinda, lol.

Irons are fitted, had to order in the correct shafts

Driver is fitted with the shafts available without upcharge, so kinda, lol

Woods, not fitted, just am satisfied with the numbers I get.  Both are not adjustable.

Putter, not fitted but tried every putter that suited my eye in golftown, and the er2 was the winner.  

I've done a few online fittings for golf balls.  And have tried lots of different ones.  Thought I had a mid priced one figured out.  But on my sim it was consistently getting 2000 less back spin than a -pro v1x (which I was fitted to -prov1x on site).  So am back using those. $

[Gerardo]

On 5/14/2024 at 3:28 PM, robinwellsgolf said:

How many of you genuinely know you have the correct set up lie angles, shaft weight, ipa scarlet kick point etc and how many of you really know you are using the correct golf ball for you and not just using one because it’s a prov or premium ball ? Interested to see the responses for this one

Some golfers tweak their equipment themselves based on trial and error, using tools and knowledge gathered from forums, videos, and personal experience.

Edited July 3 by Gerardo

[Cris]

If you're not sure about fitting and you already have clubs, there are some stores that offer a bag analysis (some of them complimentary), where they can tell you if the height, weight, lie, etc is good for you, and then make changes as needed. You could check that option too. 

[Bang60]

Well I'm self adjusting my clubs because in New Zealand fitters are nonexistent and club pro's are into giving lessons, I've spent a lot of time watching utube video on grips shafts swing fundamentals less is more lol swingweight strength training for golf etc etc. I've recently got back to 200 metre carry so doing something right, always reading what other members are trying and I try it as well but thinking I'm close to my final swing and general setup.

[GolfSpy_APH]

Been fit top to bottom and know all my specs and what I need. Makes things pretty easy overall. As for the ball I use the Vice Pro Plus, it does maximize my play and my own game. 

[Bedge]

I've been fit several times for every club in the bag.  Each fitter (from retail to club rep) has had different logic or criteria of what they pay attention to, especially irons.  That almost makes me question my clubs more than buying without a fitting.  I've had a guy put me in Project X 6.5 LS shaft with a players cavity back head to now playing soft stepped KBS $-taper 120's in the 2023 Cobra King MB's.  Also, I wish more fitters talked about length and lie more during the fittings.  I have a wrist to floor measurement that says I should play 1/4" to 1/2" shorter clubs.  My lie is usually 1* flat as well which would lengthen the club.  In the end, my current coach says don't worry about all that and train the skills to control my path and clubface to make the ball hopefully do what I want.  That training has had me less concerned if my clubs are perfectly fit to me or not.  

[Medfloat]

On 5/14/2024 at 6:28 AM, robinwellsgolf said:

How many of you genuinely know you have the correct set up lie angles, shaft weight , kick point etc etc and how many of you really know you are using the correct golf ball for you and not just using one because it’s a prov or premium ball ? Interested to see the responses for this one

Let me start with - I am all in on fittings. All my clubs have been fitted, well, not the putter.  The thing about a fitting is they are good for that one particular day during the fitting.  The fitter does their best (hopefully) to get your club(s) as close as possible to what your expectation is knowing there will be variances.  Those may consist of consistency & centeredness of contact, swing errors, weather, etc.  On top of that, your swing changes over time.  It may get better, you may compensate for an ailment, so on and so on. To add to that, the clubs (irons) may move depending on how much you use them and their composition (softer metals).  It is suggested the clubs get checked at least twice a year to make sure they are within your specs.  Balls are a personal choice but test a few and then stick with the same ball for every hole during every round for at least 5 rounds.  That way you can get your distances dialed in, understand spins and tendencies.  Like it, keep it. Don’t, try another.  Good luck, get fit and play well.

[Bang60]

On 8/28/2024 at 3:31 AM, Bedge said:

Also, I wish more fitters talked about length and lie more during the fittings.  I have a wrist to floor measurement that says I should play 1/4" to 1/2" shorter clubs.  My lie is usually 1* flat as well which would lengthen the club.  In the end, my current coach says don't worry about all that and train the skills to control my path and clubface to make the ball hopefully do what I want.  That training has had me less concerned if my clubs are perfectly fit to me or not.  

I've had Lessons over a 30 year period and when I was playing a lot I got to 9 and 3 playing the same 9 holes with my friend who's a club Pro in Queensland, after I hit 60 y/o I found lessons of no help BUT after checking my LIE angle and changing to 1* flat suddenly I'm hitting the ball straight-ish again plus I can hit a draw and a fade again not as good as before but I'm playing the I have for a while. Hmmmmm don't ask me about Putting I'm hopeless but need more practice

Edited September 2 by Bang60
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[Bobos101]

I've been fitted for my last 3 sets of irons (Callaway Apex, T100) and the setup, 0.5" longer and 2up, hasn't changed and I used multiple fitting centres each time to verify this. I also have fitted Diver, fairway & wedges and feel confident that they are correct as I quized the fitter on what he was doing, why and the numbers. It's always good to do your research on fitting process before going so you don't feel overwhelmed.

I also use Mizuno RB Tour. This helps me maintain spin with the driver as I hit 4-5 up on the ball.

As for my putter I make my own and therefore have my own fitting setup at home and the ability to make what is needed.

Edited September 3 by Bobos101

[Josh Parker]

5 minutes ago, Bobos101 said:

I've been fitted for my last 3 sets of irons (Callaway Apex, T100) and the setup, 0.5" longer and 2up, hasn't changed and I used multiple fitting centres each time to verify this. I also have fitted Diver, fairway & wedges and feel confident that they are correct as I quized the fitter on what he was doing, why and the numbers. It's always good to do your research on fitting process before going so you don't feel overwhelmed.

As for my putter I make my own and therefore have my own fitting setup at home and the ability to make what is needed.

This looks awesome!

[Bobos101]

4 minutes ago, Josh Parker said:

This looks awesome!

Thanks. It's milled form 1 piece of 1020 carbon steel and is 400g. I made this heavier as I was having trouble leaving putts short. Black oxide on top with a torched, oil quenched sole and face. Has a Gravity grip to counter balance the heavy head.

[Josh Parker]

1 minute ago, Bobos101 said:

Thanks. It's milled form 1 piece of 1020 carbon steel and is 400g. I made this heavier as I was having trouble leaving putts short. Black oxide on top with a torched, oil quenched sole and face. Has a Gravity grip to counter balance the heavy head.

Does it come in lefty and center shafted for a broomstick option.... haha 

[Bobos101]

17 minutes ago, Josh Parker said:

Does it come in lefty and center shafted for a broomstick option.... haha 

Anything's possible