{"id":1776,"date":"2022-04-06T20:42:44","date_gmt":"2022-04-07T00:42:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/golfcartgo.com\/?p=1776"},"modified":"2023-09-22T03:08:14","modified_gmt":"2023-09-22T07:08:14","slug":"do-golf-club-extensions-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/golfcartgo.com\/do-golf-club-extensions-work\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Golf Club Extensions Work? (Explained)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

To be honest, getting fitted golf clubs made a tremendous difference in my game. But if you cannot get fitted, lengthening a golf club<\/a> with a shaft extension can be an effective way to get your preferred fit even with a shorter club.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do golf club extensions work, or are these claims nothing but hype?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In general, a shaft extender increases distance and club head speed. Lengthening a club’s shaft can help with ball contact, thus improving your golf game. It also increases comfortability depending on your height. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, there are a few things to consider before throwing a shaft extension on your driver. Here’s what you should know and maybe save some money<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to know if I need extended golf clubs?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Shaft extensions can be an excellent option if your current clubs don’t have the right fit.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you purchased off-the-shelf clubs without considering the fit, or if your swing speed has changed since you purchased your clubs, extending the shaft of the clubs is a more cost-effective option than purchasing new clubs so you can always hit the club’s sweet spot.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n

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If you’re planning on replacing your clubs shortly, extensions may not be a worthwhile investment.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Get a better sense of what it would cost to have your clubs extended and compare that against the cost of a new set of clubs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Much Does It Cost to Get a Golf Club Extended?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The cost of lengthening a golf club can vary based on many factors, including the type of club you’re adding length to, the number of clubs you’re extending, and the material of the shaft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For steel shafts, costs can range from $5 to $50. Personally, I prefer steel extensions. For graphite shafts, expect costs between $10 and $75.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plastic extensions are an option as well, but I have never found great success with them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to paying to lengthen the clubs, you’ll have to cover the cost of custom grips. This usually costs somewhere between $4 and $10 per club.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can check on some of the prices here on Amazon<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While it’s possible to lengthen your clubs yourself with the right materials, you could potentially damage your clubs in the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re interested in golf club extensions, getting quotes from club customization and repair companies near you is best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Lengthening a Golf Club Change the Lie Angle?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The lie angle of a golf club directly impacts the direction the clubface points toward and hits it on the sweet spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your lie angle is below standard, your clubface will point right. If it’s above standard, it will point left.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ideally, your lie angle should be somewhere between 55 to 65 degrees for a driver shaft and 59 to 65 degrees for irons.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The lie angle of a club is directly impacted by its length, which is why lengthening a club can be an effective way to change that angle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Generally speaking, adding 1\/2 inch of length will adjust the angle by 1 degree. The difference won’t be dramatic, but it should be noticeable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out my other article: Are All Golf Driver Tools The Same?<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Do You Measure for Golf Club Extensions?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When clubs are fitted professionally, experts look at several factors when determining the right length, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n