Global Sports: How To Find The Best Used Golf Clubs

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

How To Find The Best Used Golf Clubs

By Karen Manning


When it comes to used golf clubs, there's always been a market for it ever since the game began. The game of golf tends to be very expensive in every way. One of the biggest expenses is course fees or club membership. Don't forget all the equipment you're going to need like clubs.

There are many reasons why people buy used golf clubs. Needing a club or a set of clubs and not having the money to buy new ones is the first reason. Many people assume this to be the case when they hear that a player has bought pre-owned equipment. However, it is often not true.

You may want to buy used clubs because you are just starting out and are not yet sure that you will want to take up the game of golf permanently. But be warned, because this is addictive. You may even be buying used clubs for a family member who may play with you. Buying them a second hand set seems like a good idea since you don't want t a beginner to use your own prized clubs. At the same time, they are happy that you have bought them such a valuable gift!

You may also want to try a style or brand that's out of your budget, and this is yet another reason for buying used golf clubs. You may know a player who selling his clubs because it doesn't suit him or is giving up the game. You try it out and yes, you want to own it. Buying pre-owned is therefore not about money.

If you're to purchase a used golf club, make sure the previous owner good care of it. It's up to you to be careful and remember they're trying to get rid of the club by selling it, so when you talk to them they will tell you it's in best condition. There will be no returns once you walk away. So check the club or clubs over very carefully for damage, especially if you do not know the previous owner or are suspicious of his reasons for wanting to sell.

You have to see if there are cuts or dents when you check if the club was properly maintained. Unimportant and minor defects like scratches and marks may be shown on the club since it's used to hit a golf ball, but besides that there shouldn't be anything major visible on the club.

Obviously, the club should never have been bent. If you look closely at the shaft, particularly near the head, you'll be able to tell that. When a club has been bent and straightened again, the signs would include discoloration or signs or weakness in the shaft and bumps and malformations of the head's surface.

Your best chance of being happy with your purchase will come from buying from a trustworthy source. This could be either somebody that you know or a store that offers a guarantee. You may not be happy with the club after you've tried it, which is why if you buy from eBay or from a stranger you should ask what their return policy is. They may agree to give you a short guarantee period.

Even so, you may still hope to get a bargain. The game of golf is a challenge and finding the best used golf clubs among all that is available can be part of the fun!




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