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Golf clubs are manufactured to meet the demands of different genders, height and skill level – at one stage the same could be said regarding the aesthetics of golf equipment. Regardless of gender it’s important to remember that in the beginning it’s not necessary to purchase the most expensive range of golf clubs – what is important is selecting a set of ladies golf clubs that match your skill level and purpose – for example clubs which are suitable for learners and/or infrequent players. The most practical advice is start playing with an inexpensive set of ladies golf clubs and advance to the next set of clubs when appropriate to do so.

The following sets of ladies golf clubs are suitable for players starting out in the game or until you can reach a decent handicap at your local golf course. After that goal is achieved it is worth considering the benefits of ladies golf clubs – valued in excess of a hundred pounds. At this stage of your career – it can be advisable to view any new golf equipment before purchasing; online retailers like The Sports HQ provide a factory direct outlet to sample new golf equipment before purchase.

The Chicago SGS set of ladies golf clubs includes a titanium fusion 3-wood with a hybrid rescue iron to replace the hard to hit long irons in addition to 7cavity back titanium reinforced irons (5-6-7-8-9-PW-SW) and a heel-toe balanced putter. The 3-wood is fitted with a graphite shaft whilst all remaining clubs have ladies flex shafts in stainless steel. The entire set is pitched at the entry-level player and includes a 12-month guarantee for peace of mind. The Sports HQ currently offers the Chicago SGS ladies golf set for £49.99; the complete set features:

• Titanium fusion 3 wood with graphite shaft

• Hybrid Rescue Iron Wood 3/4 to replace the hard to hit 3 and 4 Irons

• 7 Cavity Back Titanium Reinforced Irons with steel shafts (5-6-7-8-9-PW-SW)

• All woods and irons feature oversized heads

• 3 Wood has graphite shaft – all other clubs have Steel Shafts – Ladies Flex.

• Bag has built in stand and is lightweight so can be carried or used on a trolley – rain-hood included

• Heel and Toe Balanced Putter

The Prosimmon Golf Model X ladies golf clubs set is brand new for 2008 and is recommended for any lady golfer looking to make significant improvements to their game. This Prosimmon ladies golf set is constructed from premium components including ladies flex graphite shafts on the 3-wood, hybrid rescue clubs and cavity back irons. The extremely deep cavity-backed irons allow for easier and more solid ball contact for improved flight and increased distance. All golf clubs are packaged in a deluxe Prosimmon trolley bag with a plethora of pockets for valuables and golfing accessories. Despite being a new set for 2008 the Prosimmon Golf Model X complete golf set is available from £89.99 and includes the following equipment:

• Woods: 460cc Titanium Matrix Driver & Oversized 3-Wood

• Hybrid Rescue Club: Replaces the difficult 3 /4 iron

• Deluxe head-covers supplied for woods and hybrid rescue club

• Cavity back irons: 5-6-7-8-9-PW-SW

• Prosimmon X Series Putter

• Deluxe Prosimmon trolley bag

• Woods, hybrid and irons all fitted with ladies flex graphite shafts

The GolfGirl FWS golf package offers a complete set of golf clubs designed specifically for women to provide stability, forgiveness and optimal distance. Combining oversized titanium woods (1-3-5) and a 21-degree hybrid rescue wood with 7 notch cavity irons (5-SW) – all fitted with low torque graphite lady flex shafts for dynamic launch performance for higher shots and all-weather grips as standard. The entire set is packaged in a deluxe trolley bag and styled in neon pink for the ultimate statement on the golf course. The GolfGirl series is available exclusively from The Sports HQ at £99.99 and features the following set-up:

• 1-3-5 Oversized Titanium Woods

• 21 degree hybrid rescue wood

• Woods & Irons have low torque Graphite Lady Flex Shafts

• Set of 7 notch-cavity, polished irons with oversized heads 5-6-7-8-9-PW-SW

• Heel and toe balanced putter

• All clubs fitted with all-weather grips, all woods supplied with free head-covers

• Golf Girl deluxe cart bag – detachable valuables pocket + matching zippered rain/travel hood

• Neon pink and black decals

These are three of the best starter sets available for lady golfers and come highly recommended. All three sets of ladies golf clubs are a great way to break the sport.

The Sports HQ asked:


o Source The Best in Ladies Golf Clubs

Attempting to source ladies golf clubs which are both practically and aesthetically designed for female players has until recent times proved difficult and expensive. If you’re a left-handed lady golfer the likelihood of finding a suitable set of golf clubs is even harder.

Lady golfers are unfortunately at a disadvantage in terms of suitable golf equipment in a sport that is predominately male orientated – therefore more equipment is designed and manufactured in relation to the size of the market.

Before manufacturers like Texan Classics, Confidence and Prosimmon Golf produced exclusive lines of ladies golf clubs, female players had to resort to purchasing junior or senior-flex golf equipment – although this is less likely in today’s market of online golf retailers like The Sports HQ offering a comprehensive range of ladies golf equipment in right and left-handed editions.

The physical differences between a male and female golfer leads to both genders having different requirements when it comes to selecting the perfect golf club. For example a stiff shafted golf club would be less suitable for lady golfer, whilst a club that is too flexible is not likely to match a typical lady’s golf swing. A lighter golf club with a graphite shaft is far more likely to produce the best results for lady golfer, unlike a stainless steel shaft with a heavier club-head which can lead to a slight loss of control. The actual golf club length is also important as lady players are typically shorter than their male counterparts and therefore 1-inch shorter clubs are the perfect solution. Before purchasing a set of ladies golf clubs it is recommended to view and sample the clubs in person. In the case of an online purchase it is also advisable to search for a retailer that offers a means to sample the clubs in person – The Sports HQ can offer this service on all items available for sale on its website – www.thesportshq.com

The custom fit option is another way to purchase a set of ladies golf clubs. The recent appearance of Internet based custom fit suppliers has increased accessibility to the benefits of custom fit golf clubs for both sexes. After starting out in golf with a beginner’s set of ladies golf clubs the easiest way to improve your game is to invest in custom built golf clubs which are designed and built to the exact criteria of the player. Unlike some suppliers of custom fit golf clubs – Forgan of St. Andrews does not charge extra for custom fitting ladies’ golf clubs. Forgan’s custom fit website automatically selects the optimum flex, shaft type, length adjustment and type of grip after entering the following attributes: sex, dexterity, height, wrist-to-floor length, swing speed and glove size. The benefits of custom fitting – especially for female golfers are indisputable.

Finding the best ladies golf clubs was historically a difficult task before online retailers like The Sports HQ developed exclusive ranges for lady golfers. Exclusive brands like Prosimmon Golf, GolfGirl and Confidence offer specifically designed and manufactured golf equipment for the female player. To progress from a beginner’s set of ladies golf clubs a player should consider the benefits of custom fitted golf clubs – with manufacturers like Forgan of St. Andrews offering customised ladies golf equipment from their websites www.forgan.co.uk and www.forgangolf.com