Gear hub
Buy smart, not expensive.
New gear is seductive and mostly unnecessary when you're starting out. Here's our slightly opinionated take on brands and models that suit beginners — and exactly how to inspect and buy used clubs without overpaying.
What actually matters in beginner clubs
Forgiveness, the right loft, and a half-decent fit beat brand names every time. Here's where to spend attention — and where not to.
1 min read
Buying used with confidence
A full beginner set in great shape for the price of one new club — if you know what to check. Loft, shaft flex, grips, adjustable hosels, wear, dating a club, and spotting fakes.
6 min read
Beginner sets, an opinionated take
What to look for in a starter set, and the kinds of options that consistently serve new golfers well — with our honest biases on show.
2 min read
New, used, or rent?
When it's worth buying new, when last year's model is the smart money, and why renting first is underrated.
1 min read
What golf actually costs to start
The honest numbers — three realistic budgets for your first season, what beginners waste money on, and where spending genuinely pays off.
2 min read