what do i need?

[grn.eyed.bandit]

probably a basic question, but what should I have in my bag? I dont know what the difference is between a fairway wood, hybrid, and which ones to get (all the different lofts).

right now, all i have in my bag is a driver, #3 hybrid, 3-pw, and a putter

[jonanthans]

First, Welcome!

Second, what clubs do you have? I would think you need to play a few rounds, or better yet hit the range, before you even begin to think about buying new clubs. Sounds like you have the basic setup there. If you are truly new to the game, my suggestion would be to invest in lessons, before you develop any bad habits, lol!

[wrx_junki]

Might want to pick up some wedges. I picked up a wedge set as well recently.

http://www.rockbottomgolf.com/adams-...wedge-set.html

[Johstan]

I'm no expert, however, from what I have read, fairway woods are more versatile and can hit out of taller grass than a hybrid. I'm new to hybrids and have a #3 and use it a lot. I think it hits straighter than my fairway woods, and that seems consistent with what I have read as well. I also carry 3, 5 & 7 fairway woods, along with 5 though 9 plus Pitching, Sand and Loft wedges. I will probably pick up a #9 fairway wood for next season. I have been retired for 3 years and am playing typically 4 days a week and am an owner member of our club (terredulac.com)

John

[myndcraft]

probably a basic question, but what should I have in my bag? I dont know what the difference is between a fairway wood, hybrid, and which ones to get (all the different lofts).

Right now I would pick up a sand wedge exact loft depending on what your PW is at. Aside from that I would spend money on lessons rather than clubs. Work on bringing the index down a bit and getting a repeatable swing. Then with your coaches help you can evaluate your bag setup and figure out what would be good additions.

Even if you decide to just go start adding clubs try them before you buy. I for instance can't hit a fairway wood to save my life so I opt for more hybrids.

[ks8829]

probably a basic question, but what should I have in my bag? I dont know what the difference is between a fairway wood, hybrid, and which ones to get (all the different lofts).

Do you keep score and keep track of the following:

fairways hit green hit putts up and downs if you are not getting up and down and need to focus on around the green you might consider another wedge, or your approaches for long holes are difficult to reach you might consider a hybrid or another wood. Do you hit your 3 iron well or have you tried a hybrid?

[walfice]

Hi and welcome. Your setup is fine for a beginner, I would consider a sand wedge though. If you can get one to match your irons, fine, if not look for a wedge with 54-56* loft. I disagree with what Johstan said about fairway woods. I find a hybrid much easier to hit from the rough, tee, fairway and bunkers.
As others have mentioned, just concentrate on enjoying playing the game and developing some consistency, then you will be able to identify what clubs you may benefit from buying.