In the game of golf, the angle or “loft” of the club is a vital factor for hitting the perfect shot. Each club has a different loft angle which affects the outcome of the shot. The loft of a golf club is the angle that is formed when the club face lies respectively to the ground. The higher the measurement of angle of the club, the higher trajectory the ball will have and the shorter distance the ball will travel. Luckily, each club is also assigned a specific name, or a number usually ranging from 3 to 9. Much like the angle of the club face, the higher the number, the shorter the trajectory and distance the ball will go. The United States Golf Association has established a set standard for each of the angles and their corresponding numbers. There are different types of golf clubs as well. Wedges and irons are usually made of iron and are solid where as woods and drivers have bigger heads, are hollow, and go further than irons. For an example, a pitching wedge can range from 47-53 degrees. A pitching wedge has a higher loft, therefore it used around the green to get the ball up in the air. A five iron ranges from 28-32 degrees and is typically used in the fairway. A driver has the lowest angle measurement of 8 - 13 degrees; it is used to hit a long powerful shot because the distance and trajectory is the largest. The angles may range for each player individually according to their comfort. Fortunately, the technology that is available now is extremely advanced and this can be easily done. The club loft is extremely important in golf. It is the main ingredient in the formula to create the perfect shot.
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