HI everyone, Ok, I am new to this forum stuff so be patient with me. I posted this topic in ASK BRUCE section and he kindly suggested I try it out here as well... I am really interested to know about peoples' thoughts on the large range of golf equipment out there...it can be rather confusing...so I wondered if graphite is really better than steel ? The types of golf-balls people use...I use a soft Maxfli at the moment, but it seems that everytime I find a golf-ball I like, they stop making it ! Does that happen to anyone else?? It doesn't matter that I am a low marker, I am still looking for what works best, and certainly not the most expensive thankyou... short of being helped by an equipment sponsor that can take the time to analiyse my swing etc... I would really value my fellow golfers feedback on this...I look forward to hearing everyones comments and experiences.. .

If you like soft feeling golf balls, try Crystal Volviks, Nike Mojos, or Dunlop LoCo or Super LoCo's.

As for the clubs, it all personal preferance. When I bought my irons, I think I tried about 15 different sets before I found one I liked.

QUOTE: MsPhoenix @ May 11 2006, 12:49 PM

HI everyone, Ok, I am new to this forum stuff so be patient with me. I posted this topic in ASK BRUCE section and he kindly suggested I try it out here as well... I am really interested to know about peoples' thoughts on the large range of golf equipment out there...it can be rather confusing...so I wondered if graphite is really better than steel ? The types of golf-balls people use...I use a soft Maxfli at the moment, but it seems that everytime I find a golf-ball I like, they stop making it ! Does that happen to anyone else?? It doesn't matter that I am a low marker, I am still looking for what works best, and certainly not the most expensive thankyou... short of being helped by an equipment sponsor that can take the time to analiyse my swing etc... I would really value my fellow golfers feedback on this...I look forward to hearing everyones comments and experiences.. .

Welcome MsPhoenix, good luck navigating around here. I went thru a 2-3 year period of trying every single type of club and shaft possible just for the fun of it. Graphite is definately better than steel for woods, but i think a lightweight steel would be the go for a low single figure woman, the consistency is much better. Some single figure girls at my club play with things like mizuno mp 32 irons with reg flex steel shafts, i would recommend the nippon pro 85gm or the dynamic gold superlite. Have you had a fitting done ?? Would be well worth it for a golfer of your standard.
Ball wise i'm using the maxfli revo tour which is great, although maybe a little toomuch spin and i think they have been discontinued. Lots of good balls on the market which are similar, really comes down to a feel thing whether u prefer a really soft feel, or myself a prefer a little more "click" when i strike it. Good luck, talk to lots of people, fitters, golfers who've tried stuff and try as many things as you can. Are you looking to get to a certain goal in the game ?

[quote name='smeagol190588' date='May 11 2006, 05:07 PM' post='201562']
Thanks to everyone who has replied so far. answer: I am trying to get to get to a 1 handicap... So far from what I have heard, seen and tried, I might stick to the steel irons... But I still do not have the right driver for me...Getting the right graphite is a nightmare..I know it sounds strange to be off a low handicap and still not be comfortable with tee shots, but I am here to tell you all it is possible . I am going to look at the golf balls that have been suggested, thanks.

QUOTE: MsPhoenix @ May 11 2006, 12:49 PM

HI everyone, Ok, I am new to this forum stuff so be patient with me. I posted this topic in ASK BRUCE section and he kindly suggested I try it out here as well... I am really interested to know about peoples' thoughts on the large range of golf equipment out there...it can be rather confusing...so I wondered if graphite is really better than steel ? The types of golf-balls people use...I use a soft Maxfli at the moment, but it seems that everytime I find a golf-ball I like, they stop making it ! Does that happen to anyone else?? It doesn't matter that I am a low marker, I am still looking for what works best, and certainly not the most expensive thankyou... short of being helped by an equipment sponsor that can take the time to analiyse my swing etc... I would really value my fellow golfers feedback on this...I look forward to hearing everyones comments and experiences.. .

Hi,Ms
I'm gathering some stats & specs on a high profile woman(aussie),that has just changed her driver &
shaft.The results are huge,so look forward to a post next week about the outcome.
Should make for a great debate.

[quote name='rifleman' date='May 12 2006, 09:33 PM' post='201945']
mmmmmmmmmmm I am intrigued...could it be the teenager Amy Yang???? I think she just had a change, courtesy of an old friend of mine (many years ago) nicknamed Tuna... Anyway, I look forward to your article.