The most fun part of starting any new activity is often getting the gear, and the same is true for golf. There’s a certain pleasure derived from going to the hardware store and picking out your first golfing glove, buying your first box of balls and of course, your first set of clubs. But these days, the choices are overwhelming, especially for someone that’s new to the sport. And while there are a plethora of very high quality golf clubs idea for beginning and budget minded golfers, there is also a thriving market for used and barely used golfing equipment that might also be suitable for a player not ready to make the equipment investment of a scratch golfer, especially if you’re not sure just how much you’re going to play or if you’ll really stick with it. So here are some tips on things to look for when shopping for used golf clubs:
Grips: Look for cracks and worn areas in the grip. Make sure you won’t have to immediately re-grip the clubs, which can add anywhere from $5 to $18 per club to your costs. The last thing you’ll want to do is start paying for repairs before you even make it on to the greens.
Clubheads: Face...