Golf Club Loft and Lie

Golf Club Loft and Lie

Club Loft and Lie applies to Irons, Wedges and Putters 
and ensures the Club Head Angles matches players swing.

Professional Loft and Lie Bending Gauge as used by Golftek Club Fitting and Clubmaking.


Golf Club Lie is the angle made between the club shaft and the club head.

It is vital to have the correct lie, 

so that the club head sole is parallel to the ground at impact with the ball.

Club Head Loft is built into the club head by the  manufacturer from new. Loft determines the ball flight in height and distance.

Golftek uses the "Professional Loft and Lie Bending Gauge", as pictured.
It is vital to have your Loft and Lie checked to determine the correct loft and lie measurements,
as these can be changed by any of reasons listed below.
For example, a 5 iron with a lie that is 4 degrees flat will cause the ball to slice as much as 40ft right!
A 9 iron with a lie that is out 4 degrees upright will cause the ball to hook as much as 20ft left!
Most golfers do not realize the importance of club lie. 
It is a vital measurement to achieve the desired ball flight.

Club Loft and Lie Facts
Did you ever have your club head entangled in the long rough?
Did you ever strike that hidden rock in the rough?
Did you ever catch that over hanging branch?
Did you ever hit that tree with your follow through?
Is your Putter acting up?
Does your 7 iron and your 6 iron carry the same distance?
If you answer yes to any of the above, the chances are your club Loft or Lie needs adjusting. 

It is even more important to have the correct gaps in your wedges.
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