LynnBlakeGolf Forums - View Single Post - Do we REALLY need longer shafts?
View Single Post
  #15  
Old 07-27-2006, 10:18 AM
rich_allen rich_allen is offline
Junior Member
 
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 21
Originally Posted by Daryl
I've been recently fitted for new shafts. The technician, at the end of the session performed a static measure from my hand down to the floor and claimed I needed 1/2" longer shafts. I replied that I've been playing standard lengths for 30 years. He replied: "So what?"

He said: "It's easier to reduce the length than to add length to the shaft."

I re-visit him Thursday to test and set the lie angles. I'll see.
I believe they consider you for longer shafts when the length from your wrist to the floor exceeds 35 inches.
I was measured at 36-1/2" and was fitted with clubs 1/2" longer than normal and standard lie angles.

Good luck,

Rich
Reply With Quote