Phil Mickelson used two drivers to win the 2006 Masters, because one produced a controlled fade and the other produced a powerful draw. You might not be competing in the Masters, but you can improve the quality of your shots by customizing the grips, shafts and lie angles of your clubs.
Grips that fit produce better shots
If your shots tend to fade to the right, you might benefit from smaller grips. This will help you rotate the club through impact and help square the club face. Grips that are too small force you to squeeze too hard with your hands and can rob you of distance. Grips of the correct size allow you to release the club with relaxed grip pressure, and you will achieve longer and straighter shots.
Proper shafts deliver distance, accuracy and trajectory
If your shafts are too stiff, you will tend to hit low shots to the right with a lack of distance. If they are too flexible, you will tend to spray the ball in both directions and hit shots that balloon into the air. Softer shafts generally produce greater distance, so select the softest shafts you can hit with control. If you have a swing speed under 85 miles per hour, consider graphite shafts for increased distance.
Proper lie angle improves accuracy
If the toe of your club is higher than the heel at address, you know your lie angle is too upright. Unless you manipulate your swing, your shots will fly to the right of target. If the toe is below the heel, your clubs are too flat and shots will tend to start left of target. When your lie angle is correct, the club will lie flat on the ground at address and you can swing without manipulation.
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