Golf Equipment includes the tools used in the game of golf to hit balls and navigate the course. The basic components of a golf club include a shaft, grip and clubhead. Clubs are traditionally made from wood, but modern technology has allowed the use of materials such as titanium, other metals and carbon fiber to improve accuracy and distance. The head of a golf club is typically weighted to increase stability in a swing. Clubs are typically grouped in sets, with each set including a wood  driver, 3 and 5 irons, an approach or “hybrid” a combination of a wood and an iron and a wedge. New clubs can be pricey – but finding a set that is designed for beginners or offers a discount can save money.

A golfer typically transports his/her golf clubs in a bag. The bags are usually made from nylon, leather or canvas and have a number of pockets for various items required throughout a round. A large number of golf bags have rigid supports at the top opening, to keep the bag upright when it is being carried.

Most golfers wear special shoes for the sport, which are often made from a rubber-like material that has spikes attached to the bottom to provide increased traction on grassy surfaces. The shoes also allow players to feel more balanced during the swing and reduce the likelihood of skin abrasions.

In order to avoid compromising the integrity of the green, golfers must adhere to rules regarding the equipment they use. One of the most important is that clubs must be “conforming” in order to play. This means that they must meet specifications at the time of manufacture and as they wear and age.

Other necessary Golf Equipment for golfers includes a golf cart, a push cart or a cart that can carry both the player and the golf bag. Golf carts are typically battery-powered and are used by most players on public courses that do not offer walking paths for the entire length of the course.

Another essential piece of equipment is the golf ball, which must be able to travel long distances when struck with a club. Balls are typically made from a plastic or rubber material with a dimple pattern that aids in flight and elevation. Golfers must also carry tees, which are sticks that are stuck in the ground to elevate and center the ball’s position before it is struck.

In addition, golfers must carry gloves to prevent abrasions from the hard surface of the clubhead and to improve their grip on the club during a swing. Other accessories include a rain umbrella, a rangefinder and a ball retriever. The latter can help save a ball from rolling into the water or out of bounds, but is not always available on every hole on the course. A golfer may also use a caddy to transport his/her golf bag and assist with ball location on the course.