How can I make adjusting to shorter golf clubs easier?

A person: How can I make adjusting to shorter golf clubs easier?
I’m kind of new to golf, I’ve been at it for only a year. This christmas I received a new set of golf clubs, and all my irons are about an inch shorter than my old set. Other than obviously hitting the driving range, is there anything else I can specifically do to make this process easier or faster? Anything that I’d have to change with my swing? I’m usually topping the ball right now and its frustrating. Any advice or tips? Thanks

Answers and Views:

Answer by David V
stand closer to the ball

Answer by .
stand closer or get em longer

Answer by outlaq_19
I had that problem too. No matter if change your stance, you will still have the problem. My dad point out last year that my clubs were shorter than his. I would steal some of clubs when we were playing and i was doing better.

I got a new set and they are longer than his. I had the made longer when i bought them. 3-4 inches is between my old and new clubs. $ 60 -$ 100 will save a lot problems with hitting the ball and it also save a lot problems with body not having to adjust to hit the ball. I am 6’3″ and with a shorter in the arms.

Answer by Wes D
For starters
Worst thing you can possibly do is try to compensate for clubs that are too short. You are only going to get more and more frustrated. I’m guessing the clubs you received are a store bought set not custom. Store bought golf clubs are made for Mens Standard Length. Which is perfect for a 5’8″ male. The fact your previous set were one inch longer and you mention no problems with them makes me think you are between 5’10” and 6′ 0″ … Correct?? If so you need to take them to your local pro or club maker and get yourself measured and have the clubs lengthened. Cost is approx $ 20 – $ 40 per club depending on who does it. But shop around.

IF YOU ARE 5’8″ or thereabouts
Because you have been playing with longer clubs your body compensates without you really realising it. To go back to shorter clubs and try to adjust your swing to cater for this will only cause you massive frustration and possibly giving away the game. If you are mens standard length I would spend the dollars and lengthen the new clubs to match the old ones to preserve your sanity.

Good Luck

Wes

Answer by rohan h
If you are not sure if your clubs are the right length you should speak to your local pro and they will be able to advice you on your concerns.

Answer by TEACHER
Pretend your hitting two clubs less.

Answer by gwynjones17
GOLF CLUBS (IRONS) ARE DESIGNED TO FIT YOU HIGHT, WHAT YOU NEED TO DO IS TAKE YOUR NEW SET DOWN TO YOUR LOCAL GOLF PRO , HE WILL TELL YOU IF THE NEW CLUBS WILL WORK FOR YOU FREE OF CHARGE AND ADVISE YOU WHAT TO DO NEXT.