Golfer And Golf

The Search for the Perfect Golf Club

Description

The average golfer knows little more about golf clubs than what he or she reads in advertising or sees in Golf Channel infomercials. This lack of knowledge leads, in turn, to a kind of equipment-induced frustration, called the "grass ceiling," which is one of the leading factors in nearly three million people leaving the game each year.

This is the first book that explains to the layman how and why golf clubs work the way they do. It lets you in on the secrets that will allow you to spend your money more wisely and play the game to the best of your ability.

It is also a book that challenges the industry to rethink what it's doing to the golfer and the game in the name of "modern marketing." It calls for a new "golfer-centric" approach to the sport that will insure the health of the game through the 21st Century and beyond. This is the one book EVERY golfer needs to read!!

"A few years ago, Tom Wishon, with his experience as a designer, helped me understand more about a particular aspect of golf-club performance. With this book, Tom will help you understand the entire field, make good buying decisions, and get the most from your game."

--Arnold Palmer, Golf Hall of Fame Member

"In the course of my career I don't know how many pro-am rounds I have played. In all those rounds, rarely have I seen amateurs with clubs that genuinely fit their game. For me, Tom Wishon stripped away the mystery of club fitting, which I believe helped me to become a Top 20 player on the PGA Tour. I am convinced this book will allow average golfers to get on the right track with their equipment as well. It is a 'must read' whether you are a scratch player or a beginner."

--Scott Verplank, PGA Touring Pro

"Tom Wishon's knowledge of golf equipment isn't theoretical. It's practical. He understands not just the theory of why and how golf equipment works, but how all golfers can make technology work for them. Even more important, he makes that knowledge easily understood whether you're a mechanical engineer or a CPA trying to break 90."

--Mike Stachura, Equipment Editor, Golf Digest

Anyone interested in golf equipment needs to encounter Tom Wishon--whether in person or in print. His passion for sharing his knowledge of the equipment we play with borders on the maniacal, yet he always provides clearly mapped out answers to the most complex equipment questions. Tom has always been an indispensable source and I've picked his brain for years. What's left of it is in inside these pages.

--Mike Johnson, Equipment Editor, Golf World

I have written about golf equipment and golf technology for a very long time. I can assure you that nobody in the game today knows more about golf clubs than Tom Wishon. Furthermore, he has a passion for golf that is really fun to behold. If the great mystery is understanding how clubs function in the hands of real golfers, Wishon gets my vote as the Sherlock Holmes of golf.

--James Achenbach, Equipment Editor & Senior Editor, Golfweek

Reviews

Rating: 5 / 5
Date: 2010-08-29
Summary: "excellent book"

The Search for the Perfect Golf Club is the best detailed book on club fitting that I have ever read. If you are a serious golfer, you will enjoy this well written book. This book covers subjects I have never seen in any other golf book. Worth the price!! Tom Wishon is one of a kind.

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Rating: 5 / 5
Date: 2010-07-27
Summary: "Golf Clubs"

This golf book is a well written guide to golf club fitting for the amateur golfer. A book for all levels of golfers from high to low handicap and especially beginners and seniors. Don't ever buy another golf club untill you read this book.

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Rating: 5 / 5
Date: 2010-07-21
Summary: "A must read for any golfer"

My story:

At age 60 I started to play golf, by the end of my second year I was on my third driver and second set of irons ("latest and greatest"), than I read Tom's book. Tom has made what could be a very boring topic enjoyable to read, very informative, and when you stop and think about it, makes so much sense.

My sister-in-law went to a local golf store to be "fitted" for clubs, they took her out to the driving range watched her hit a small bucket of balls,(no launch monitor), than sold her a man's set of irons with graphite shafts, told her they were on sale and it was the perfect fit for her. I followed Tom's advice, and searched out a qualified club fitter..(IMPORTANT word.. QUALIFIED!) had several appointments with him and over a 4 week period he made me a custom set, irons, hybrid and driver.

The outcome:
1) they improved my game
2) they cost the same as the other clubs I had purchased off the shelf

I find it very interesting that now stores claim to have custom fitting for clubs, and after all is said and done they sell you a set off the rack.

Bottom Line
If you are into golf so much that you are reading reviews about this book, than you should purchase Tom's book..

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Rating: 4 / 5
Date: 2010-03-10
Summary: "My place of last resort for books."

Amazon is the last place I look for books. In this case amazon was the broker for a third party. The third party was fast, efficient and did a good job. Book was a gift and they seem to enjoy it. It is a classic for golfers.

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Rating: 5 / 5
Date: 2009-10-17
Summary: "Ideal Reference for "Baby-Boomers" who Love Golf"

I'm mid 50's; been playing golf over 20 years; continue to enjoy but never wanted to take the game too seriously.

Recently noticed how my game has been declining (through age/no medical concerns) so decided to research methods of improvement via technology. This book excellently provides the information essential in understanding equipment and the involved physics. Reading it has been informative and very entertaining. Physical ability changes with age. If your game can use some help, this is the best source I've found addressing all the critical issues which can help hone your skills and continued enjoyment. I am also now on the threshold of club-making as a new hobby. This is exciting and could be fun. If you are also at this crossroad, you need this book!