The Clubs

Understanding a golf club’s loft

In golf, the loft of a club refers to the angle of the clubface relative to the vertical plane. Loft is one of the primary factors that determines the trajectory and distance of a golf shot.

A club with higher loft will launch the ball at a higher angle and with more backspin, resulting in a higher trajectory and shorter distance. Conversely, a club with lower loft will launch the ball at a lower angle and with less backspin, resulting in a lower trajectory and longer distance.

Understanding the loft of each club in your bag is essential for selecting the appropriate club for each shot based on factors such as distance, lie, and trajectory requirements. Players often use clubs with higher loft for shorter approach shots and shots around the green, while clubs with lower loft are used for longer shots off the tee or from the fairway.