Filling out My Bag of Clubs?

[MrJones]

Hi all!

Just thought I would say hello as new to this!

After 10 years of playing with my Dad's old clubs, I decided to take the plunge and bought some clubs. I havs moved from Graphite to Steel, and bought a set of Taylormade RSI1s.

I'm now trying to fill the bag, and although I know it is personal preference, what is a good balance of clubs?

I have a driver, 4 - PW then a SW and a 58 degree wedge.

What would you add first? I want to spread my spending out, but want to keep a balanced bag.

Thanks,

Oli

[jimnm]

Welcome to TST! I would recommend adding a putter. 🙂 

Also, you might want to consider a 3 wood. You may want to add either a hybrid or 5 wood depending on your gapping and preference. Also if you have a yardage gap between your SW and PW you can always add a gap wedge (or some call it an approach wedge).

Basically, I would try to get yardages for all your existing clubs and try to fill the gaps where the need is.

[klineka]

Welcome to TheSandTrap!

Even though its not mentioned, I'd assume you have a putter too.

Assuming you have a putter, I'd look at the top end of the bag next, specifically a 3 wood and a hybrid/3 iron depending on your skill/comfort level with each.

Once you get a 3 wood and a hybrid/long iron, then I'd fill the last slot with a gap wedge, since your PW is 44 degrees and the SW is likely 54-56 degrees, something like a 50 degree wedge would be perfect

Edit-  I just echo'ed exactly what @jimnm said, he beat me by a minute.

Edited October 9, 2018 by klineka

[MrJones]

Thank you both for your very similiar responses, just one slightly quicker on the keyboard!

Ah a putter, that is where I have been going wrong, I thought it was tricky towards the end of a hole.

Should have said that I'm playing off 18. I have never really practiced much before, but am looking at putting some time in during the winter to see how much difference it makes.

Would people suggest a new wood of a less well known brand, or a second hand more recognised brand?

Thanks again!

[jimnm]

I'm not familiar with the lesser known brands. But I have purchased used clubs (if you are okay with used) through the globalgolf.com and have been pleased. I would recommend getting fitted, but if you already know your specs you can try global golf. Sometimes they offer like new or open box clubs at a great price. Although you may need to buy a tool (if club is adjustable) and head cover separately. They offer both at reasonable prices too.

[klineka]

Just now, jimnm said:

I'm not familiar with the lesser known brands. But I have purchased used clubs (if you are okay with used) through the globalgolf.com and have been pleased. I would recommend getting fitted, but if you already know your specs you can try global golf. Sometimes they offer like new or open box clubs at a great price. Although you may need to buy a tool (if club is adjustable) and head cover separately. They offer both at reasonable prices too.

I agree with this ^^^ 

I have purchased through ebay, globalgolf.com, 2ndswing.com, rockbottomgolf.com, callawaypreowned.com, taylormadegolfpreowned.com etc and have had positive experiences through all of the sites.

You could get a high quality used fairway wood like the 2016/2017 Taylormade M2 or the Callaway Epic 3 wood for right around $100

Also consider checking your local craigslist for used clubs

[CaptainsChoice]

3 wood (taylormade, cobra, callaway), 50* wedge (cleveland, callaway). have fun out there