Golf gear buying guides
Short, practical guides to help you choose gear and pay a fair price. General information to get you started, not personal fitting advice.
How SwagCaddie finds and shows prices
Where SwagCaddie's prices come from, how the deal score and sale badges work, and what to double-check before you buy.
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How to buy a driver: loft, shaft and what to ignore
A plain-English guide to choosing a driver: loft, shaft flex, adjustability, fitting, and when a previous-generation model is the smarter buy.
5 min read
Choosing golf balls: what compression, cover and price really mean
How to pick golf balls: soft versus firm, tour versus distance, cover materials, and how to compare the real price per ball.
4 min read
Buying used golf clubs: a checklist that saves money and regret
How to buy used golf clubs safely: grips, shafts, faces, head-only listings, hand, specs and return policies.
5 min read
What a beginner really needs: building a starter set on a budget
What clubs and gear a new golfer needs, why you don't need all 14 clubs, and how to buy a starter set without overspending.
5 min read
Spikeless vs spiked golf shoes: which should you buy?
The difference between spikeless and spiked golf shoes, who each suits, and what else to check before buying.
4 min read
Golf rangefinder vs GPS watch: which is right for you?
Laser rangefinders and GPS watches both give you distances. Here is how they differ and how to choose.
4 min read
Choosing a putter: blade vs mallet, length and feel
How to pick a putter: blade versus mallet, stroke type, length, grip and why feel matters more than the price.
4 min read