[CURLYSANDY]

Odd title, I know. I am just starting to play golf and am 5'10" tall - Just wondered whether to go with men's clubs or ladies clubs.

I'm not sure whether to go for a club fitting yet, as I'm just starting out and really don't know what I want at the moment, ie hybrids, etc, etc I'm also a little sceptical about fitting, ie will they just try to sell me a set of clubs, as they want to get rid of them????

Thanks

[dewilson58]

Get fitted.

Free fitting at Golf Central in Brownwood.

[ThirdOfFive]

My wife is 5' 2" tall and borrows my driver quite often.

[tophcfa]

Optimal club length is based on the distance between hands and ground when standing with arms at side. Tall people with long arms don’t necessarily need longer clubs. A big difference between men’s and women’s clubs is shaft flex. I would recommend starting with inexpensive standard women’s clubs and save $$ on club fitting until you have a consistent and repeatable swing.

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by tophcfa

Optimal club length is based on the distance between hands and ground when standing with arms at side. Tall people with long arms don’t necessarily need longer clubs. A big difference between men’s and women’s clubs is shaft flex. I would recommend starting with inexpensive standard women’s clubs and save $$ on club fitting until you have a consistent and repeatable swing.

Agreed

[dtennent]

Whether you go with fitted clubs or with less expensive clubs, get lessons from the start. It will help you develop a good swing which will mean more enjoyment in the end. Have fun!

[tophcfa]

Originally Posted by dtennent

Whether you go with fitted clubs or with less expensive clubs, get lessons from the start. It will help you develop a good swing which will mean more enjoyment in the end. Have fun!

Good advice, it’s better to take lessons when you are a beginner and don’t have to unlearn bad habits.

[Aces4]

Start with men's. Nothing sillier than bending/squatting down to hit the ball when you're using clubs designed for a 5' 2" woman.

[BrianL99]

There is one and only one, potential "off the shelf" solution, in my opinion. Why?

Standards clubs are make for "standard people". Men 5'9 - 6' 1", with reasonably normal arm length and leg length.

Standard women's clubs are made for typically sized women ... 5'3" - 5'7". As a couple of people mentioned, a "static fitting" would use your hand to ground measurement and quite honestly, most everyone could get by with a standard set.

A 5' 10" woman, simply doesn't fit into the standard sizing, weight and shaft flex.

UNLESS you can find a set of men's XXIO clubs. XXIO are intentionally made "lighter", with more flexible shafts. An "Off the Shelf" men's set, would work perfectly fine as a starter set, to determine if you like the game and want to continue.

Standard women's will be too short and too flexible.

Standard men's will be the right length, but too heavy and probably too stiff.

[Singerlady]

Get fitted for something. Even used clubs would be good. As you get better, you can get fitted for better and newer clubs.

[coleprice]

Originally Posted by tophcfa

Optimal club length is based on the distance between hands and ground when standing with arms at side. Tall people with long arms don’t necessarily need longer clubs. A big difference between men’s and women’s clubs is shaft flex. I would recommend starting with inexpensive standard women’s clubs and save $$ on club fitting until you have a consistent and repeatable swing.

Above is the best advice. You can buy a used set of clubs, for under $100, then make an informed decision when planning to upgrade, after you have developed a repeatable swing.

[RatManor]

I’m 5’9”, use men’s Calloways and love them. Try both and see what feels more comfy. Also try a fitting. You don’t have to buy but it will give you an idea of club length. Just remember to have fun with the journey!!!

[dewilson58]

Originally Posted by tophcfa

................................... save $$ on club fitting until you have a consistent and repeatable swing.

Yesterday, Adam Scott did not have a consistent & repeatable swing.

[Rzepecki]

Originally Posted by dtennent

Whether you go with fitted clubs or with less expensive clubs, get lessons from the start. It will help you develop a good swing which will mean more enjoyment in the end. Have fun!

And learn golf etiquette at the same time. For me anyway, because I don’t want to be “that” player.

[rrman77]

Originally Posted by CURLYSANDY

Odd title, I know. I am just starting to play golf and am 5'10" tall - Just wondered whether to go with men's clubs or ladies clubs.

I'm not sure whether to go for a club fitting yet, as I'm just starting out and really don't know what I want at the moment, ie hybrids, etc, etc I'm also a little sceptical about fitting, ie will they just try to sell me a set of clubs, as they want to get rid of them????

Thanks

I don't golf but just saw a program with professional players talking about the importance of getting fitted for good grips. They said proper grips can really improve your game. Good luck with your experience.