No matter what your level of skill is when it comes to golf, if you do not have the proper gear it will almost surely have a negative effect on your game. It can be hard to choose the right gear though, especially with all of the different choices there are and all of the advancements that have been made in golf gear technology.

However, there are some simple guidelines that you can follow that will surely make you more confident when you are purchasing your golf equipment.

Golf gear does not only pertain to clubs. There are many different types of gear that can greatly improve your golf game. Some examples would include different types of balls, gloves, swing analyzers and even the type of tee that you use and how deep you plant it.

Some people would even swear on the fact that golf cleats are extremely important in their game.
You may not know where to begin and that is quite understandable.

The important thing to remember is the fact that you will need different types of gear depending on your level of skill and how serious you are about golfing. Basically, a professional is going to need a lot more gear than a novice who is just trying to fill idle time.

Below I will go over the importance of choosing the right gear and will provide you with some basic guidelines that will help you to make sure that you get the right gear.

Selecting the Right Golf Gear
There is one thing that is certain about purchasing golfing gear, it is not cheap. You can find gear that will not break your bank but that still does not mean that you want to buy the wrong gear and waste your money. There is a lot that goes into making decisions when purchasing your gear, it is not just buying what you think looks the coolest.

The following are some guidelines that you should follow when you are purchasing golf gear:

Purchase for Your Level of Skill
It is very important that you know your level of skill when you are planning on purchasing golf gear. A lot of people would think that a beginner would need more gear in order to have a good golf experience.

This is not the case, in fact beginners actually need much less gear than those with higher levels of skill. This is due to the fact that beginners are still getting a feel for the game and have not mastered their swing yet.

There is no point in buying all kinds of gear if you do not have the basics down yet. It is advised that beginners start with a set that includes about two or three woods and a handful of drivers. 

You will also want to make sure that you have a pitching and a sand wedge as well as a putter. This will take care of the golfer’s basic needs to play the game. Once the golfer is able to use these clubs correctly it is time to start adding to the set. One thing that a beginner golfer should consider purchasing is a golf swing analyzer.

This analyzer will tell you where you can improve on your swing and offer you the option to instantly review your swings.

Try Custom Gear
There are many people who choose to buy standardized sets when purchasing golf gear.

This may not be the best option for you. Custom gear may be a better approach for you, 

In fact, many people who use custom gear say that it drastically improved their golf game. This is due to the fact that standardized sets are made for an average size person whereas custom made gear is built specifically for you. If you are serious about getting into golf you should seriously consider getting custom gear.

However, if you don’t plan on spending that much time playing golf you may want to stick to the standard sets. Custom gear can be very expensive since it is measured and cut to your request so it should really only be purchased by those who plan on golfing a lot.

Try Bigger Drivers
Have you ever noticed how the drivers that you see in commercials and in magazines by the professionals look enormous? Well the reason for this is the fact that they are actually quite large in size. Having a larger driver head offers more room for forgiveness.

 Basically this means that if you do not swing correctly and miss your shot your ball has a better chance of at least staying in bounds. While bigger can be better when it comes to drivers, at a certain point the forgiveness level starts to level out and will not make much of a difference.

 Some people prefer slightly smaller heads on their drivers while some choose to go for the slightly larger heads. You will need to try both and see what style you like best.

Choose the Right Balls
While choosing the right type of golf ball for your play style is very important it is also important to remember not to spend too much money when purchasing golf balls. It does not matter how expensive your golf balls are, if you do not have the skill to back it up you will see no improvement in your game.

As well, many people would agree with the fact that if you know how to properly swing your club, you will not really notice all that much of an improvement. Basically, do not go overboard on golf balls but stay away from the cheapest ones on the shelf.

Take Lessons
Believe it or not, taking lessons is actually part of your golf gear. Lessons will help you just as much as the rest of your gear, if not more! Do not be shy or embarrassed to take lessons, everyone has to start somewhere. You can find lessons at decent prices and in some cases even free.