Monday, February 2, 2009

To Hybrid or Not to Hybrid??? That is the Question

By Golf Guru Guy

Hybrids? You mean Toyota makes clubs now?" No, this isn't the Prius of golf clubs. But, they are selling as well as the gas-electric hybrid was back over the summer. A hybrid club is a blend between an iron and a wood and is considered essential for the average player seeking to improve his game. Even the pros have been seen sporting them, as even the best can have problems with using straight irons.

Hybrid clubs are not as long as an iron, but not as short as a wood, either. This makes them easier to manage like a wood, but with the loft of a long iron (16 to 20 degrees or so). The lower center of gravity certainly helps, too. A good hybrid can assist a player in getting balls out of roughs, not to mention putting a tighter spin on ball to keep it from rolling too much when it lands. It helps a player become better without less practice, and what's wrong with that? Just remember that a hybrid club is completely unique to any other club and shouldn't be considered as a replacement to a club. It should instead be considered a supplement to your bag, something to use when a wood doesn't quite cut it right and neither does an iron.

Golf Guru Guy has tries all of the top manufacturers hybrids. Callaway, Taylor Made, Nike, Ping, Adams and the rest all have their own versions of Hybrids that all have their pros and cons. In my opinion, the Taylor Made and Callaway were the easiest to hit and I was able to get these up from tough lies and hit em high which allowed GGG to nail the green and keep it there. I recommend those two highly, but the Adams Hybrids were also the first ones really to market the Hybrid extensively so GGG gives their Hybrids Props as well

Not an expert but want to play like one? Invest in a hybrid club. There's a reason they're selling like crazy and discussions about them are blossoming on golf forums and blogs - they work! They are a must for the average golfer, and the best recommendations are available from yours truly. - 15266

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