new to the forum, just wondering on some preferences on iron sets and drivers. I tried out the new callaway irons which were pretty nice, but so far I've been partial to the Ping i3 pluses. For the Drivers, I think I tried about seven different ones, and I really enjoyed the Callaway Steelhead III's. I've tried hitting the huge oversized club heads and just seem to be more comfortable with the smaller one's. I think part of it is learning on some old Wilson wooden clubs. I would love some feedback, if anyone has any of these or thinks something might be better. I've just started really getting into the sport, but it's been great so far.

We've had alot of these kind of posts lately so you may want to read a couple of the threads proceeding yours. With that said, club preference is truly a personal thing. Here are a few pointers:

>You should demo as many clubs as possible before deciding on a set. Look for local manufacturer "demo days" at golf courses and practice facilities in your area.

>Once you narrow down to a few, ask the shop if they have a demo set that you can try out on the course. This will allow you to truly test drive the set under actual playing conditions -- highly recommended!

>Above all, whatever clubs you select, get a proper fitting. I started out with clubs that lacked the correct length and lie angle and it truly set my game back.

>Since you are starting out, don't spend alot of money just yet. I'd say no more than $300 to $400 for an entire set. Give yourself some time to make sure golf is something you'll stick with. Plus, when I first started, my inconsistency did alot of damage to my first set. I'd hate to see a new set of Callaways treated like that! :rolleyes:

>Don't invest a fortune in a new driver. I'd recommend that most beginners don't even carry a driver in their bag. Hit a 3 wood or utility club from the tee until your swing grooves to the point that you can keep a driver in the short grass. Believe me, you'll score better and enjoy the game alot more. Also, good players that have drivers only use them a 8-14 shots a round, so why spend a fortune for something that will have such a limited impact? Remember, most successful pros don't pay for their clubs!