Welcome to another VGC pro shop newsletter.
I trust you all had a wonderful bank holiday weekend despite the extremely poor weather on Saturday and Monday.
Unfortunately due to the weather, numbers were low for the May Medal on Saturday, and the Jubilee Salver on Monday.
I have another successful story to tell from a custom fit appointment. Alan Makepeace who is an extremely good player playing off a handicap of 5, approached me about trying to find a set of irons that he could hit a little more consistently and if possible further. Alan had heard the hype about the new range of PING irons and knew that I was an authorised custom fit expert so focused his attention on that brand.
After watching Alan hit a half a dozen shots with his current Mizuno MP 60 irons and capturing some important ball data using the GC2 launch monitor it was apparent we could achieve his goals.
Having tried the PING S55 and i25 it was clear he was gaining a far more consistent strike with the i25 irons and his ball data showed this.
Here is a summary with a 7 iron
Ball Speed - increased by 4 MPH
Launch Angle - increased by 1.5 degrees
Backspin - reduced by 500 rpm
Peak Height - increased overall height by 3 yards
Carry Distance - gained 14 yards carry from 152 yards to 166 yards
Dispersion - average was 12.2 yards from pin now 3.2 yards
After choosing the correct combination of shaft and head we then undertook a static fitting measuring his wrist to floor measurement, and hand size to ascertain the correct lie and length of the club and grip size.
Alan received his custom fitted clubs within 2 days and is an extremely happy man. He received a competitive price, a FREE fitting and also too advantage of my MAY offer where you receive a FREE golf lesson with every set of PING irons purchased.
This is what Alan had to say:
"I've been looking to get a new set of irons for a while and managed to book an appointment with Joel last Wednesday - at 7am!!!
During the fitting we worked through a range of options, and Joel was able to provide instant feedback on ball speed, carry and dispersion. In a short time we managed to add over 10 yards to my average 7-iron carry distance, and established that I required the same equipment as former world number one Lee Westwood. Thanks Joel - just need to work out how to hit it like him now".
Remember correctly fitted clubs can make a massive difference to your game. We offer FREE fittings to all VGC members and will price match where possible. To arrange a fitting please click here.
VGC pro shop are offering some unmissable deals:
Purchase a Glenbrae crested sweater or slipover and receive a Greg Norman crested team shirt HALF PRICE at just £20.
Purchase a Callaway X2 Hot driver and receive a FREE matching hybrid worth £149.99. This price includes a FREE OF CHARGE fitting on our GC2 launch monitor. Click here for more information.
Purchase a set of Callaway irons and receive either a FREE X2 Hot bag worth £120 or a FREE family wedge to match your set (minimum of 7 irons purchased). Click here for more information.
FREE fitting and FREE golf lesson with every set of PING irons purchased (must be a minimum of 7 irons purchased) Click here for more info. This promotion will only run until the end of May so make sure you come and see us in the Pro Shop asap.
New IJP cotton merino mix sweaters and slipovers with the crest from only £44.99.
Saturday 7th June - Srixon Sponsored Medal. Each competitor will receive a completely FREE sleeve of Srixon balls just for entering.
Saturday 14th June - Captain Wells Day
Wednesday 18th June - Srixon ball fitting day. Srixons tour technicians will be on hand to recommend the correct golf ball for you to use. You will receive a FREE glove with every sleeve of balls purchased.
Friday 4th July - Callaway Fitting day
