What COMPLETE GOLF CLUB SET is best for beginners?

September 28th, 2009
J . T . asked:


I’ve seen the:

Top Flite XL set

2 Golden Bear sets

Maxfli Fire set

2 Slazenger sets.

The sets are all under $300; & all come w/ drivers, 3-5 woods, hybrids, 5-pw/sw irons and a putter.

In your opinion,

Which is the best brand to go with?


  1. wbaker777 - September 30th, 2009 at 8:19 pm

    There is no such thing as a “best brand” You go with what you like….its that simple

  2. latj - October 3rd, 2009 at 3:39 am

    It depends on who it is for and how “well” the person plays and what “set” the person who is going to use it “prefers. Golfers are “funny” people and all have their own “preference and usually “stick” to one type of club. You also need to know their handicap. What you also might want to look into is “involving” the person who the clubs are for in the purchase as there are things that involve the purchase of the clubs that only they can determine. They may rather have a “used” set that is in good condition that they can get for the same price but is a better brand instead of one you mentioned. You’ve chosen a terrific gift but trust me, a very personal one and one you may want to “let the receiver” in on. There is much more to buying golf clubs than you can ever imagine. It’s gotten so complicated for me that I now just give “gift certificates so my Hubby can purchase his own, he’s much happier that way. I failed too many times buying the wrong putter or wood. Good luck!!
    Peace & Love :)
    p.s.
    I think my Hubby loves golf almost as much as our 20 year marriage….does that tell you how much golf means to him?

  3. ronws23 - October 5th, 2009 at 7:16 pm

    i agree, there is no “best” brand. But I can tell you that slazenger has gotten some really good reviews:

    i suggest getting the iron set, and buying the driver, wood, and putter
    seperatly

    driver:

    wood:

    get only the 3 wood, you dont really need any other wood

    putter:

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    overal, you will have a great set for little more or about $500. It would be hell of a lot better then any of those other brands. Trust me, all of slazengers products rock.

  4. Frank T - October 8th, 2009 at 9:04 pm

    Choosing golf sets for a beginner is really a judgment call. Go with what you feel comfortable with. Go to a shop where you can swing the clubs and maybe even hit some balls with from different manufacturers. In reality, the clubs won’t a big difference especially for the beginner. Maybe, when you are a more advanced level the clubs may make a difference; but right now you should get something you feel comfortable with, practice, play, and maybe take a few lessons.

  5. jordan schwartz - October 9th, 2009 at 1:22 am

    Maxfli- They are being designed by one of the best in the buisness- Ralph Maltby- now exclusively for ***** and Golf Galaxy. I have been in club sales for quite some time, and I have hit almost everything out there, Maxfli is the way to go.

  6. crystalchan008 - October 11th, 2009 at 10:22 pm

    Top Flite XL 5000 Box Full Set $200
    A fully loaded 18-piece set thats the total package in one box. The Top-Flite XL 5000 Set is comprised of a 460cc forged driver with draw-biased weighting, two matching stainless steel fairway woods, two easyto- hit stainless steel hybrids, six perimeter-weighted stainless steel irons and a putter. Also included are a lightweight stand bag and fi ve head covers. Available in left and right-handed set.

  7. T.H - October 13th, 2009 at 12:02 pm

    beginners really won’t need a full set,
    ’cause it’s not like you’ll be ABLE to
    go on courses everyday… and besides
    it’s beginners we’re talking about!
    beginners don’t know how to use EVERY SINGLE
    club in the bag!
    and it’s not about the prices either.
    it’s about which brand would suit you most.
    and which you prefer.