A golf professional once told me that what ever else I consider for selecting my clubs, I must first make sure that the set was comfortable and that every part of the design fit my size strength and body mechanics.

One other insight that became clear to me years ago what that the worse thing I could do was to rush out a purchase a set of clubs just because I saw a professional golfer using them during a tournament. Let me break it to you gently: professional golfers are paid to endorse specific brands.

While it is no secret that the pros would not endorse any golf clubs or other golf accessories that were not of high quality, that does not mean that you should force yourself to play with a specific set of golf clubs if they do not feel completely comfortable and fit your unique style.

When selecting your irons, putters, and drivers, worry less about how they look and what style the clubs are, and put more effort into the way each club feels as you swing. Function and comfortability should be first, and aesthetic appeal second.

With that in mind, you need to ask yourself if you should have have a set of custom golf clubs made.

Is it time for you to get a set of custom golf clubs made? This question usually presents itself once a golf player has reached a point in his or her game where they want to take their golfing skills to the next level.

The truth of the matter is that getting the most out of your golf game requires custom golf clubs that match your body type and your swing style. Someone that is 6 feet tall should not be expected to play well if they are using clubs designed for someone much shorter, and vice versa.

Adjusting The Shaft Length

When it comes to custom golf clubs, adjusting the shaft length is one of the most important fittings that will be made for your personalized set of clubs. The length can vary by as much as a foot in some cases.

Adjusting The Shaft Flex

Adjustment of the shaft flex is the second most important custom fitting that will be made for your custom set of golf clubs. The shaft flex is in reference to the overall stiffness of the club shaft. To get this adjustment right, your fitter will test your swing speed.