Clubs

The last few day I've been consumed by a pesky search for a job. It appears that a lot of work goes into this process. So, let's talk about equipment. Come on, we know that we all like to talk about it. My stick is better than your stick. Or, the reverse, it has to be the clubs' fault. "Honey, I could play much better if I bought these $800 irons."

I hit with Wilson Deep Red II irons (3-PW) that I got used at Second Swing Golf in Pittsburgh, which is now closed. I have 3 wedges, 52,56, and 60 degrees, from Warrior Golf that I got for $30 a few years ago. My driver is also a Warrior, their extreme Ti version with adjustable weights. I got the driver for trying a set of fairway woods, which I ended up buying. I spent about $200 for 3-wood, 5-wood, and 5-hybrid. I have a 4-hybrid by Orlimar, which I got for Christmas in the family grab-bag one year and I love it. Finally, I have an Odyssey two-ball putter that my dad gave me for Christmas.

So the only clubs I have that I bought new are the Warriors. I have to say, that in my experience, Warrior is a good company, with great customer service, but fairly poor record-keeping. After I ordered the wedges, they called with the offer to test the fairway wood set and I could keep the driver free. I thought that was a good deal, especially since I did not expect to keep them. Well, after I decided to buy them, they called a few weeks later with the same offer. After informing them that I already had a set of fairway woods (from them) they offered to let me try the irons. At this point I felt that my wife would end my career with a nine-iron to the knee if I spent that much more money, so I refrained. The clubs, however, are excellent in my opinion and look great as well. They also offer a free refitting service, which I did not take advantage of. So, if you're looking for a new set of clubs and want a good deal, check them out, especially if you're a West-Coaster.