Every golfer I know is excited when they buy or receive new golf equipment. The possibilities are endless as they imagine all the amazing photos they will take with their new sticks. It’s a euphoria that all golfers feel, and rightly so. Unfortunately, for some, that feeling quickly fades and they wonder if they should go back to their old gear. I would suggest that you continue with it as long as you are making some progress towards success. Regardless of what the manufacturer says, not all clubs have the same specifications and not all clubs are created equal. That’s why getting used to your new equipment takes time and patience.
Over the years I have changed iron sets four times. Every time I upgraded my equipment I noticed there was a long adjustment period. I currently use my Mizuno MP20s and have for about 5 years. When I first started using these excellent clubs, I had to adjust to the sweet spot on the club face. it was different from my previous clubs due to the specifications of different manufacturers. In addition, I had to adapt to the stiffness of the shaft. Although my old and new clubs were considered stiff, they did not hit or kick at the same point. These were all minor adjustments, but it did take some time to get the hang of it.
I’ve changed more drivers and woods than irons over the years. I tried most manufacturers and chose Calloway. For some reason, and I test drove all the different brands, I found that Calloway drivers and woods suit my playing best. I switched to a Mizuno 3 wood a few years ago, but still prefer my old Calloway fairway wood. Every time I changed clubs I had to adjust some small things to maximize performance. What I did find is that the adjustment was less if I stayed with the same manufacturer. That makes sense unless you jump clubs for many generations.
Finally, I rarely change my putter. For some reason, once I find one that suits my swing, I stick with it for years. I currently use an Odyssey putter and have had it for about 8 years. Previously, I used a New Gear putter for 25 years. This is the only club I tend to stick with for years. It provides stability to my playing through consistency. When I switched to my new Odyssey putter, I had to make a few minor adjustments, but not many. It took me a long time to find this club because it was a close match to my previous putter. Therefore, my adjustment time was very minimal.
For me, my final discussion point about adjusting to new clubs has to do with my hickory sticks. This is a complete adventure that changes every time I play. I try different clubs as often as possible with roughly the same results. My current hickory set consists of all different brands, different shafts and different club faces. It’s been about 3 years since I’ve used these fun sticks and I’m still having to take the time to determine how they all play. It’s been a lot of fun figuring this out and I will continue on this path this coming golf season. Talk about adjusting to my new clubs.
Changing our golf equipment is always exciting. Whether your clubs are brand new or just new to you, adapting to their performance is a process. Personally, I find it a challenge to first investigate what I am looking for in my new sticks. Either way, there is always an adjustment period with new golf equipment. If you were lucky enough to get new clubs this year, enjoy the process of learning how to hit them best for your game.
I am a grateful golfer! See you on the links!
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