Golf Club Fitting Terms

Not sure what certain golf fitting terms mean? This glossary covers the most common terms. Select one for more information.

Speed Pocket

Slot that improves ball speed low on the face.

Spin Axis

Tilt of the ball's spin that dictates curvature.

Spin Loft

Difference between dynamic loft and attack angle.

Spin Rate

Rate at which the ball spins in RPM.

Static Fitting

Fitting based on body measurements without hitting balls.

Stepped Shaft

Steel shaft with visible step patterns.

Strike Quality

How centered, solid, and consistent the ball is struck on the clubface, affecting distance control, accuracy, and feel.

Sweet Spot

Optimal contact point on the face.

Swing Catalyst

Pressure and balance analysis tool.

Swing Weight

How heavy the club feels when swung.

Swingweight Matching

Clubs matched to the same swingweight.

Taper Tip

Shaft with a tapered tip diameter.

Tip Stiffness

Stiffness in the lower part of the shaft.

Tip Trimming

Cutting shaft tip to stiffen it.

Toe

The toe is the outermost part of the clubface, the end of the club head that's farthest from the shaft.

Torque

How much a shaft twists during the swing.

Total Distance

Carry distance plus roll.

TrackMan

Radar-based launch monitor.

Tungsten Weighting

Added mass to influence CG placement.

Variable Face Thickness (VFT)

Face design that increases forgiveness.

Wedge Fitting

Fitting wedges for loft, bounce, and grind.

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