Golf Club Weight | The total weight of a golf club, including the head, shaft, and grip. | 250-400 grams |
Swing Weight | A measure of how the weight of the club is distributed, affecting how heavy the club feels during the swing. | D0-D6 (common range) |
Head Weight | The weight of the golf club head. | 190-220 grams |
Shaft Weight | The weight of the golf club shaft. Can vary based on material (steel, graphite) and flex (regular, stiff). | 50-130 grams |
Grip Weight | The weight of the grip attached to the golf club. | 40-60 grams |
MOI (Moment of Inertia) | The resistance of the club to twisting, which impacts stability and forgiveness on off-center hits. | 3000-6000 g-cm² |
Balance Point | The point along the shaft where the club balances. This impacts the swing weight and feel of the club. | 24-26 inches from the butt end |
Club Length | The length of the golf club, which can affect the swing weight and overall feel. | 35-45 inches |
Custom Fitting | Adjusting the weight and balance of a club to match a golfer’s swing characteristics, often involving adding or removing weight to the club head or shaft. | Customizable per golfer |
Lead Tape | A common method to adjust swing weight by adding tape to specific areas of the club head. | Adds ~2 grams per inch |
Counterbalancing | Adding weight to the grip end of the club to alter the swing weight and feel. | Typically 10-50 grams |
Impact on Swing | Heavier swing weights can provide more control and consistency, while lighter swing weights can increase swing speed and distance. | Varies by golfer preference |