{"id":502458,"date":"2022-06-22T14:43:58","date_gmt":"2022-06-22T18:43:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/golfcartgo.com\/?p=502458"},"modified":"2023-09-02T23:21:32","modified_gmt":"2023-09-03T03:21:32","slug":"do-you-lose-distance-with-blade-irons-explained","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/golfcartgo.com\/do-you-lose-distance-with-blade-irons-explained\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover How You Lose Distance with Blade Irons?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Do you also have questions like: Are blade irons for experts only or something? Does it often happen that you lose distance with blade irons?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve heard the rumors about how certain golf clubs, like blade irons, are notoriously hard to use. And I have to be honest here; I even get nervous when using them on the fairway. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For whatever odd reason, swinging a blade iron seems to make the ball sometimes come up short. The main reason for the distance loss seems to be inexperience on the golfer\u2019s part. A lot of experienced golfers<\/a> seem to think so. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the full answer is a bit more complicated. Read on, my fellow golfers, for I have looked around and found some interesting insights.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Personally, <\/em>golf with iron blades appears more professional than the traditional gold club. <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Do You Lose Distance with Blade Irons? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For most beginners, that\u2019s a resounding yes<\/a>. To understand why, we must first examine how blade irons are manufactured.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why is the Blade Irons Harder to Hit? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When we say \u201cblade iron,\u201d we\u2019re talking about golf clubs made from forged steel. In this process, melted steel is \u201cforged\u201d into our familiar shape. Typically, this is done using a heavy pressing machine, creating a solid metal club.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Making a club this way makes it less forgiving than one made from cast iron. Therefore, we have less club-face surface area to work with than a fairway driver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With less club surface to hit the ball with, as much as\u00a025%<\/a>\u00a0less of a sweet spot, it\u2019s more likely for beginner or even intermediate golfers to make a mistake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then, how far can an average golfer like me hit using a blade iron?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There is no absolute answer to this because hitting any<\/em> golf club heavily depends on your overall ability and handicap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lower handicapped players will want a few good-bladed irons to give swings better control and feel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With all that being said, the experts say that distance depends on the iron you use. For example, a 7-iron will give most golfers around 65 to 155 yards<\/a> per shot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The higher your iron number, the less distance. The lower the number, the farther we\u2019ll hit on average.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Like with any skill, practice makes perfect. To get better at using blade irons, we\u2019d have to, well, use them more often!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It might help to brush up on some\u00a0basic swinging skills, such as putting weight on the front leg or even making sure the ball is in position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

No matter the golfer, average, beginner, or even a pro, having the right technique and issues of experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We could also try more forgiving irons at first, allowing us better shots even if we don\u2019t hit the ball nice and flush. Clubs of this caliber allow this by having larger club heads and a slightly different weight distribution compared to blade irons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One such option is the\u00a0cavity back iron, a club that\u2019s also steel forged but has less mass and a larger sweet spot. They might not be the most forgiving irons around, but it can get us closer to mastering their thicker cousins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to control distance with irons?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Center contact<\/td>Find the center of your clubface<\/td><\/tr>
Off-speed Shot<\/td>Slow tempo with and a backswing only a little bit shorter<\/td><\/tr>
Hit Low<\/td>Get father back if you want to hit it lower<\/td><\/tr>
Keep your posture<\/td>Hit the ball while keeping your stance consistent as you shift your weight<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>
Tips for controlling distance with iron.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

How do I know when I\u2019m hitting a blade iron just right?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many golfers note that flush contact with the ball will have a “buttery” feel, and will make the shot go in a well-defined direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pros favor blade irons for their ability to punch a ball under the wind. Once we make that one swing that feels just right, we\u2019ll know that we\u2019re using blade irons for their intended purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which clubs would I use for pure distance?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For those extra-long shots, we should start off with drivers and work our way down, depending on the situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With fairway woods, the lower the number of wood we use, chances are the further our shots will go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For distance in areas that aren\u2019t as clear and\/or obstructed by objects and terrain, a pitching wedge will help us out of a sticky situation. Swinging an iron won\u2019t do much to a ball stuck in a sand trap!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of which course any golfer plays on, regardless of skill level, it always helps to bring a variety of clubs with us wherever we go during our games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, I like to bring many options, but I also make sure I can swing each club effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For those looking for a challenge, I recommend checking out this list of irons, which can provide more basic clubs for around $150, and for those wanting the best of the best, be willing to shell out above two grand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And for those just breaking into irons or the sport, try eBay\u00a0for a cheap used club and start practicing. Tips can be found here: Should I Buy Golf Clubs On eBay? (Safety Hacks)<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If it’s harder for you to use the golf club with an iron blade, just take it as a challenge to practice more often<\/em>\/<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

On the topic of clubs, what do the pros use?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For professional tours, a majority of players bring a specific set of club types to keep them at their best. If we\u2019re talking pure statistics, 26% of all pros studied equip these in their bag:<\/p>\n\n\n\n