Know About Lie and Length

The lie of the club initially affects the direction that the ball starts out in.  The length can change the lie.

Lie Angle

The lie of the club is the angle measured between the shaft and the ground when the club is soled flat. Do not mistake this for the club position at address. The toe should be up slightly at address.

At impact, the sole of the club should lie flat on the ground. A club that is too upright at impact may cause the shot to pull, draw, or hook left. Conversely, when the lie is too flat at impact, it may cause the shot to push, fade, or slice right.

Shaft Length

Generally, golf clubs that are too long or too short for a player will cause the person to hit thin or hit fat shots. They may also cause the player to hit regularly on the toe or heel of the club face. The club length also affects the lie angle. Longer clubs will cause the toe to come up; shorter clubs cause the toe to come down.

Lie Angle + Shaft Length = Performance

A clubs length and lie, within a set of "off-the-rack" golf clubs, vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, as well as from model to model. There are also varying heights, sizes, and playing styles of the golfers who use them.

The trick is to specify the correct length and lie for a particular make and model for each unique player and their specific needs. The more accurate the club specifications, the more accurate and consistent the ball flight will be.

Having the correct length and lie angle can improve performance and repeatability of the ball flight. Our staff can help you get fitted in the correct equipment to better suit your needs.