I grew up with golf. My father played early Saturday mornings, returning home by lunchtime for an afternoon with the family. One of my fondest childhood memories is of watching golf tournaments on television with my parents and my brothers, with the announcer whispering so his voice wouldn't carry and disturb the players. At those moments, the game of golf was everything to us. As a child I knew the names of the different clubs, but I didn't know about all the different brands and types. Now there are designs and styles and manufacturers to suit every golfer's style and skill level. Modern clubs are lighter and allow a harder swing. Hybrid clubs improve your swing and your control over the ball. Today's aluminum and steel putters are designed better than the putters of years ago. Two-piece inserts provide both a firm response and a soft feel unknown when my father played. A modern golfer will make sure the ball and the putter work well together. Drivers provide launch, loft, power, and stability. The grip, head size, shaft, and lie angle of a good driver maximize loft for greater distance. Nike Golf manufactures several different drivers, as do AdamsGolf, Calloway, and TaylorMade. Manufacturers like Nike and Ping design clubs with thin faces that redistribute the weight and create a low center of gravity. The shaft of the golf club is the powers the clubhead as it makes contact with the ball. For maximum performance the shaft and the clubhead must work together. Not only do you need the right shaft for your game, you need the right shafts for your clubs. My brothers and I gave our father golf balls for every birthday and father's day. A golfer can never have too many golf balls (they make much better gifts than ties). Today, you can choose between balls that excel in touring distance, feel, stopping power, or a combination of these critical factors. Golf shoes come in styles, colors, and designs to fit any golfer comfortably and fashionably. Old-fashioned steel cleats can't compete with new cleat systems that facilitate proper weight transfer and provide stability and traction on any surface or slope. Of course, modern shoes maximize waterproofing, breathability and comfort. Golf shoes aren't just footwear; they help you play your best game. There is no one-size-fits all in golf equipment. No matter what your size or skill level, you can find the perfect clubs, gloves, and shoes for your game. Clubs designed for women maximize women's strokes. Clubs for youngsters give them a head start on the game. And there's no shortage of clubs for left-handed golfers. My father gave my nephew a set of clubs for his college graduation. The bag dad gave Jason was full of the newest equipment. Today's golfers can choose equipment from manufacturers like Nike, Ping, Calloway, Adams, and TaylorMade. Local golf shops and pro shops are great places to try different clubs. For Internet shoppers, numerous online sites carry everything a golfer needs for the game of golf.
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