THE CLUBMAKER

Twas the night before Christmas and all through the mchouse,

Only Robin was stirring my precious little spouse.

The clubs were hung by the drying rack with care.

In hopes that fewer strokes soon would be there.

The EZGO workhorse was recently parked after long trip on the range.

Jim was passing that time listening to his favorite song called Lagrange.

When done with the golf balls he removed his cap.

Just in time to hear new golfers driving cleaned orbs with a mighty loud slap.

In the golf shop a computerized fitting is in progress

Using the launch monitor we will remove your golfing stress

The FAZ Fit connectors will make your perfect combo will appear.

After all I am the international clubmaker of the year

The rest of this rhyme is about the mcgolf clan

I’m describing boys and Robin, that’s part of the plan

TJ is close to the end of college

He is learning that the ol man does have some knowledge

He is learning the in’s and out of school

And has built the mcgolf website that actually is cool

Shane has started college and has is own living locker

Now if he can get up before noon that would be a shocker

He was recently knock down a peg

When at a concert he has broken his leg.

Robin is the back bone of the McGolf clan

She is the one that always has a plan

If not for her we would all be in disarray

There is not enough money in fort Knox that should be her pay.

I’ll try to bring this poem back on track.

And get this done before I have to write on the back

So, when Using your new golf clubs that I’m sure won’t be a chore.

You’ll no longer need an eraser to lower the score.

When you are on the tee and hit the ball out of sight

Robin and I want to wish you all merry Christmas night.

Robin and I are starting a bit early for holiday golfer savings. Here is just a small list of the gifts for your golfer.

1) Bridgestone Golf - Purchase one dozen tour series golf balls, or two dozen E-series golf balls and get a FREE embroidered golf towel. That’s right get your name on a golf towel for FREE!!!

2) Srixon Golf - We have In stock Clubs that are discounted so much we cant list it. Additionally, Srixon Golf Balls buy on dozen golf balls and get a Srixon golf hat FREE

3) Us Kids, The day after Thanksgiving ONLY!! US KIDS 20% off the Regular price.

4) Day after thanksgiving are range card values will increase to never seen levels. Want a little more value,, this is it,

5) Don’t forget gift certificates for computerized fittings,. This is an automatic $25 off a set of clubs when the fitting is complete and the set is purchased here.

More to come

After some tweaking we have the CLUBMAKER BLOG up and running.  I hope to have the next article ready to go soon.  If you have any questions please ask. I’ll answer

For golfers, golf equipment can be the second coming of Arnold Palmer or a curse equivalent to a double dog dare. The question is how to separate marketing hype from reality, at least the golf world reality.  This series of articles will help you make an informed decision when looking into the next golf weapon.

Green to Tee: Golf equipment exposed.

We start with the green because the green is where the most strokes are won or lost.  What puts the ball in the hole? A putter does.  During a round of golf the putter is scheduled to be used at least twice on each hole. No other club can boast that usage. Most golfers now know that getting a fitted driver or set of irons can help lower your score and enjoy the game. Unfortunately, most golfers don’t get a putter fitting. If you can’t get to a club fitter use these tips to get the best putter for you. 

Length- an average putter length of 33-34 inches fits most golfers. When looking for length your eyes need to be somewhere near the intended line. You’ve heard “get your eyes over the ball” that is true for a great line but slightly inside the line is good too.  

Lie- for the average stance the putter should sole flat on the ground. Lie angle has an impact on direction of the putt. Putters are designed to be used when the sole is flat. If you push your hands down the toe will come up so a flatter lie is needed. The opposite is true if you stand very tall to a putt.

Loft- is determined by the placement of your hands at impact and how the ball reacts when hit. This parameter is used to minimize ball skid. If you forward press when putting a greater loft may be required to get the ball rolling properly. If you putt with your wrists and lift the ball a lower loft may be the answer.

Grip Size – a comfortable grip is paramount to a confident putt. That last thing to worry about when a coke and dog is on the line is if the grip feels good. If you are a wrist type player struggling with consistency then a larger wider grip can help calm the stroke. If you hold the putter in your fingers instead of the palms then a smaller grip can deliver the comfort you need. 

Head Style- this one get over looked a bunch. If you are a screen door type putter meaning the putter arcs around you during the putt a heel mounted or toe balanced putter is the key. If you use a newer stroke such as the pendulum stroke then a mallet or face balanced putter is the style for you. Finally,

Weight- back weighting is the preferred part of a fitting for me. It puts the weight where it is needed (the hands) and it helps in making the stroke smooth and the ball rolls quiet. You will need to find a fitter for this parameter. I know of only two putters that use weight in their putters. The first is the heavy putter and the second is made by Kirk Currie. Both are excellent choices.

 If you want a putter that can save strokes and feels good then find a fitter.  If you have any question about the article please email me at clubmaker@mcgolf.net

Robin and I just got back from Ireland, I had an oppotunity to hit the links, literally, I visited Waterford Castle, Dromoland Castle and Gallway Golf Club. All I can say is that you visit any one and be very satisfied.

Oh, and no kidding about those 2 and 4 club winds, they live over there.

June 7th from 9-5 Mcgolf is having a DEMO DAY.  Test the latest from Macgregor, Srixon and Kirk Currie, Sun mountain and US Kids

Get a free grip installed from Golf Pride.

Try your putting skills for a hotel stay in Myrtle Beach.

Register for a

Free Set of clubs from golfworks

Free iron fitting with the 2008 clubmaker of the year

Free driver fitting with the 2008 clubmaker of the year

Free putter fitting with the 2008 clubmaker of the year

Free pair of shoes from Etonic

McGolf is proud to announce that we are one of only a small handfull of clubmakers that are custom fitting centers for Srixon and Macgregor.

This is not buying a set and modifying the set. This is building a custom set to your specifications from the ground up. Yep and grinding is an option.

We take the experience one step further with computerized fittings.  Not only will you know why you need

The clubmaker is a new blog concept to inform you about events, products and golf club tips from McGolf. Your tips are provided by the 2006, 2007, 2008 regional clubmaker of the year and the 2008 International clubmaker of the year.

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Macgregor is one of the best know names in golf. We At Mcgolf are one of only a few special clubmakers that are allowed to custom fit the product to your needs