Fitting

[Rusty2228]

I scheduled an appointment to have my clubs fitted. (Retro-fitted actually, I got a great deal on standard clubs and it is cheaper to have them fitted after the fact).

This will be my first fitting, what should I expect? Anything that I need to do prior/during the fitting?

I am also slightly worried since I haven't really swung the club that much since it is still winter here. I will be going to the range this weekend, will I be alright?

Thanks in advance.

[andre112]

make sure you have your swing back before you get fitted. :p

[TourSpoon]

You shouldn't have any problems unless your swing changes radically. Your guy should look at length, loft and lie at a minumum. Since most people fall into the standard length category that shouldn't be an issue. Hopefully you picked the correct shaft flex for your swing. Lie is usually looked at address and then at impact position with impact being the most important piece. My "good" impact position has not changed in 15 years although I am sure that my swing has altered some. Lofts are done to get consistent gaps and I always would check these with new clubs because it is rare to see all eight sticks from a standard set come out on spec. Aside from this you may look at grip size.

[marpr]

I scheduled an appointment to have my clubs fitted. (Retro-fitted actually, I got a great deal on standard clubs and it is cheaper to have them fitted after the fact).

you'll be fine.

its what they do. they may (and most likely will) advise on some swing tips. all the best.

[golf_junkie27]

Here's what should happen at your fitting:

1) All your clubs will be weighed and measured prior to the actual fitting. This is done to make sure that they are performing to the specs. For example, a stiff shaft with D3 Weight is actually so.

2) Your clubs lies and lofts should be measured, too.

3) Bring the balls you play with. Don't hit balls that you are interested in playing with. A good fitter will then make a recommendation based on your swing results.

4) If you need new shafts, make sure they don't have labels. You don't want to fall into a trap of buying a shaft based on the maker. You want a shaft that works for you.

5) A proper fitting should last a couple of hours. You should go through your entire bag: irons, driver, woods, hybrid and putter. Get fitted for them, all.

Hope this helps.