i am thinking about getting myself a set of golf clubs. I was looking at taylor made or the nike sasquach.

could anyone forward me to some irons,woods,and a drivers that you think is better than your average clubs.

i heard that the nike ones are good. Any opinions?

 

What is your handicap?

 

It sounds like you are a golf noob. So here's my advice:

Spend $200 and buy yourself an all-in-one set from Dick's. Comes with woods, irons, wedge or two, bag, some balls, tees, etc. Now you can go to a driving range, practice a little, TAKE SOME LESSONS, etc. Then, start replacing your clubs piecemeal. Buy a fancy new driver, grab a wedge or two that you might not have (lob, etc.), try different putters, etc. Keep the irons for a few seasons, as a set of department store knock-offs is just as good as a set of $800 Nike Slingshots for the beginner.

This is how I started two seasons ago. I still have the original irons, have gone through four or five putters, couple fairway woods, new driver, etc. Probably going to get a new driver/coupla fairway woods soon, but trust me, for your first few years, it will not be your equipment holding you back, I guarantee. Besides, you might not even LIKE golf, and you will have dropped $$$$ on your gear. Go slow, you can always spend more loot later.

If I misinterpreted your being a beginner, I apologize. If you just want to blow some coin, I like King Cobra woods a lot (currently on sale at Dick's for $199, down from $299).

 

Also check ebay for really cheap stuff, i got all my clubs there.
Taylor Made r7 quad driver
Taylor Made rescue 3 wood
Titleist DCI 762s
Vokey 52 wedge
Vokey 58 wedge

But yea, if you are a total beginner, just go to like sportmart and get a complete set for around $200 or so. Cuz golf can be a very frustrating game, make sure you like it b4 plunking down serious cash.

 

This is very solid advice if you are a noob.

If not, I think Cleveland makes great irons for the money. Take a look at the TA-6 irons. They are forgiving, quality, and can be picked up new for under $400. If you feel like spending more money...I prefer/play ping irons, Titlest driver and fairway metal, cleveland wedges, and Mizuno putter

 

For $200, you can get a set of forged Tommy Armour irons in cavity back, muscle back, or combination sets on Ebay. Add $30 for shipping and you're set on that end. They'll work whether you're high or low handicap, assuming you don't overpower the shafts. You'll pay $500 minimum in a store for the same clubs.

As far as a driver and woods goes, just shoot for last years model(s) - you can probably get a decent driver and some woods for $200 or less for all three (driver, 3W, and 5W or hybrid). Ebay is a great tool - check there.

Personally, I paid $210 for Tommy Armour forged combination irons (cavityback for 3-6I and muscleback for 7I-P) shipped to my door. I don't use a 3W or 5W - I have a 3I for most practical long distance shots. I use a Taylormade 320cc titanium driver with a stiff shaft - $100 because it's older but it's perfectly functional.

So, for roughly $300, I have a fully usable set of clubs for just about everything except a really long par 5 (which will force me to take three shots - I could use a 3W on those holes). I paid a lot for my golf bag, but I expect it to last for a LONG time, so I won't count that in. You can get a cheap decent one for $50 on sale, I'm sure.

 

If you are a beginner, you could even start with a limited set.

5-wood
5-iron
7-iron
9-iron
sand wedge
putter

These will allow you get around the course without spending too much money.

Once you decide if you like the game, you can start adding additional clubs and/or replacing your starter clubs with upgrades. You can get a professional fitting to determine your swing characteristics which will allow you to fine-tune your club selection.

As others have mentioned, take some lessons. It will greatly contribute to your skills and enjoyment.

 

Your clubs should be fitted to you, and that is why retail is sometimes worth it.

 

Maybe, but after two seasons of playing, my mediocre equipment is still FAR better than I am. Fitted/custom clubs someday, sure. But you need to play for a while before you know what types of club characteristics you prefer, so don't go overkill on your first set. You wouldn't give your kid a Dodge Viper as his first car, you give him something crappy to learn on, and then he steps up to the big dogs. Same deal here.

 

Great idea. That is the definite route to take before spending any kind of serious cash on a set of clubs.

Here what is in my bag:

Mizuno Tzoid Pro II Irons (3-PW), stiff shafts

Titleist Vokey Wedges, 54 and 60 degrees

Taylor Made putter

Taylor Made Rescue Mid #2, stiff shaft

Callaway Steelhead III 3W, stiff shaft

Taylor Made R580XD, 9.5 degree with a stiff shaft.

If you notice, I carry quite a variety of different makes in my bag. The key to golf equipment is finding what works best for you.

Oh, and concerning golf balls....buy the cheapos until you get some serious experience under your belt. I love playing the Titleist ProV1X...but they are not cheap. I don't lose one very often, when I do I get a tad bit frustrated.