Equipment and Gear Flashcards
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What is a ‘driver’ in golf?
The longest club with the biggest head, used for long-distance tee shots.
What is a ‘fairway wood’?
A club designed for long shots from the fairway, typically numbered 3, 5, or 7.
What is a ‘hybrid’ club?
A cross between a wood and an iron, easier to hit than long irons.
What is an ‘iron’?
A club with a flat metal face, numbered 3–9, used for various distances and lies.
What is a ‘wedge’?
A high-lofted club for short, accurate shots — includes pitching, sand, gap, and lob wedges.
What is a ‘putter’?
A flat-faced club used to roll the ball on the green into the hole.
What is the difference between a pitching wedge and a sand wedge?
A pitching wedge is for approach shots with less loft; a sand wedge is for bunker and high-loft short shots.
What is a ‘lob wedge’?
A wedge with a very high loft, used for very short, high shots.
What is a ‘gap wedge’?
A wedge that bridges the distance between a pitching wedge and a sand wedge.
What is a golf ‘shaft’?
The long, narrow part of a club that connects the grip to the clubhead.
What is a ‘grip’ on a golf club?
The part of the club held by the golfer, typically made of rubber or synthetic material.
What is a ‘clubhead’?
The part of the golf club that makes contact with the ball.
What is meant by ‘loft’ on a golf club?
The angle of the clubface that affects ball trajectory and distance.
What is ‘lie angle’ in a golf club?
The angle between the shaft and the ground when the club is in position.
What are golf balls typically made of?
A rubber core with a dimpled outer shell, usually made from urethane or ionomer.
Why do golf balls have dimples?
To reduce air resistance and allow the ball to fly farther and more accurately.
What is a ‘rangefinder’ used for in golf?
To measure the distance to the flag or other points on the course.
What is a ‘golf tee’?
A small stand that elevates the ball off the ground for tee shots.
What is a ‘golf glove’ used for?
To improve grip and prevent blisters, usually worn on the lead hand.
Why do golfers wear golf shoes?
They provide traction and stability during the swing.
What is a ‘cart bag’?
A larger golf bag designed to be used with a golf cart.
What is a ‘stand bag’?
A lighter bag with built-in legs, designed for carrying around the course.
What is a ‘carry bag’ or ‘Sunday bag’?
An ultra-lightweight bag for carrying a few clubs, often used for casual play or practice.
What are ‘soft spikes’ on golf shoes?
Plastic cleats that provide grip without damaging greens.
