Your golf club set is your bread and butter on the golf course, containing all the tools you need to launch the ball off the tee with epic force, sink those nail-biting last putts, and everything in between.
Which is why new golf clubs often cost a pretty penny. Not only are the newest releases in high demand but they’re meticulously crafted by the world’s leading brands.
However, given the sheer number of golf clubs on the market, we must ask the question of whether it’s more beneficial for players to buy golf package sets or to build their own set with individually purchased clubs.
It’s a good question and the answer will differ from player to player, depending on numerous factors including skill level, age, history in the sport and other factors. At Clarkes Golf, we’re home to a great selection of individual golf clubs and some impressive package sets (including junior golf clubs), along with plenty of nifty golf gear, so we’ll always have the clubs you need in your golf bag no matter how you want to play.
So, let’s look into things a little further…
Reasons you may want to buy golf club package sets
It makes things easier
For all its variety, building your own golf club set from scratch can be a pain. Especially if you’re not well-versed in each of the clubs, the manufacturers and their advantages.
This is why beginner players, or those who’ve only been playing for a short time compared to golfing veterans, prefer to buy a package golf set instead.
It can save a lot of time, effort and second-guessing - perfect for players who don’t want to spend too much time ruminating over which clubs to buy and would rather get out there and enjoy the game!
You’ll likely save money
New golf clubs that are released individually or as part of a line are often updates of previous popular models, or new entries to the market entirely. Either way, this gives the manufacturer licence to put a hefty price tag on some of these clubs.
If you plan to carry up to 14 clubs in your bag - including your driver, fairways, irons, putter and more - this could represent a significant investment on your part. Not ideal if you’re a little strapped for cash.
Whereas package golf sets are often far more economical, allowing you to pick up an entire set in one go.
Reasons you should build your own golf club set
A wider variety of advantages
While package golf club sets offer the convenience factor, they’re fairly limited compared to custom-built golf club sets.
For one, the clubs featured in a package set may be lacking in some of the more impressive features or benefits found in clubs you can buy individually.
A good example is the sheer level of technology being added to new fairway woods these days, with most golf club manufacturers offering these clubs as much time and attention as their flagship golf drivers.
By mixing things up, you could be opening the gates to greater launch speeds, more forgiveness, more responsiveness, better spin control or a whole plethora of boosts to your game! Just be sure to note down where you feel your shots may need improvement then seek out the clubs that’ll do the job.
Exposure to new brands
Unless you have an undying dedication to a particular brand of golf clubs, why limit yourself to just one?
Callaway, Mizuno, Ping TaylorMade and more all have their own unique stance on what makes a golf club great, which differs from club to club.
By broadening your horizons and selecting clubs from alternate leading brands, you’ll be able to widen your experience in using such brands and may discover one that will lean into the benefits you’re looking for or one that may become your all-time favourite.
Upgrading becomes simpler
Eventually, the time will come to replace one or multiple clubs in your set, with the rigours of the game and the hands of time having taken effect.
If you purchased a package set, replacing individual clubs may feel like a struggle, particularly in finding new individual clubs that match your old ones both aesthetically and technically.
But if you’ve built your own set of clubs from scratch, consistency across the board isn’t likely something you’ll be concerned with. Instead, you’ll be well-versed in the advantages each club brings to your game and how they work in tandem with each other, making it easier to let older ones go in exchange for a newer, more up-to-date model.
Explore the best golf club sets and individual clubs from the top golf brands at Clarkes Golf
Whether you prefer the simplicity and time-saving involved in buying a package golf set or want the excitement and suspense of choosing your own clubs separately, we’ll have plenty for you to sink your teeth into on your golfing journey at Clarkes Golf.
As an approved stockist of clubs from the world’s biggest golf brands - including the ones listed above and so many more - we’re your ideal choice for new golf clubs for sale, whether you prefer to buy each club individually or shoot for a full golf package set.
Take a look at our package golf club sets here, or explore our full range of golf clubs here.
Alternatively, if you need a helping hand, reach out to Clarkes Golf today for more info.