Thinking about renting golf clubs for your next round or a golf trip? You've landed in the right place. Renting is a fantastic way to play a new course without lugging your own set through an airport, or even to try the game without the commitment of buying. This guide walks you through the best places to find rental clubs and exactly how to choose the right set for your game.
The most common and convenient way to get a set of clubs is right at the Pro Shop of the course you're playing. Pretty much every daily-fee and resort course offers rentals right on site. It’s the easiest path from your car to the first tee.
It’s a simple process. When you book your tee time, either online or over the phone, just mention that you’ll need a rental set. They’ll reserve one for you for the day. When you arrive to check in for your round, you’ll pay the rental fee and the Pro Shop staff will have your bag ready, often loading it directly onto your cart.
When you book, ask a few questions: "What brand and model are your rental sets?" and "Do you have sets with Regular and Stiff flex shafts?" This little bit of prep can make a big difference in what you end up playing with.
A game-changing option that many golfers don’t know about is using a dedicated online rental company. Services like Clublender or the rental component of Ship Sticks have completely streamlined the process of renting high-end, customized clubs anywhere you travel.
This method requires a little bit of planning, but it's incredibly effective. You go to their website a week or so before your trip. You'll then pick your exact set from a huge inventory of the latest and greatest clubs.
Here’s the breakdown:
Another option, though less common, is to rent from a large brick-and-mortar golf retailer or even a well-stocked local shop.
Stores like the PGA Tour Superstore or other large golf centers often have demo programs and, in some locations, rental programs. This is ideal if you’re playing locally and want to try out a set for a weekend, or a specific club you're considering buying. You typically walk into the store, work with an associate to pick out a set, and pay a daily or weekly rental fee.
Getting the clubs is half the battle, getting the right clubs is the other half. As a golf coach, I always tell players that using equipment that fits you makes the game infinitely easier. Here’s a simple checklist:
This is the easy part. Make sure you get the right-handed or left-handed set, and if they have gender-specific sets, choose accordingly. Women’s sets typically have shorter, more flexible shafts and lighter club heads, designs that help optimize their swing speeds.
The flex of your club's shaft has a huge impact on feel and performance. It needs to match how fast you swing the club. Using the wrong flex can lead to inconsistent shots.
If you have no idea what your swing speed is, be honest about your typical drive distance. If you drive it around 200-230 yards, Regular flex is a great starting point. Well over 250? Ask for Stiff. Less than 200? Lite or Senior flex could really help you.
Just like shaft flex, the "model" of the clubs matters. You will want:
When you get your rental clubs, give them a quick once-over. Check the grips to make sure they aren't slick or wearing out. Look at the grooves on the wedges - clean grooves are what help you get spin. Give the bag a quick look for essentials like a rain hood if the weather looks iffy.
Renting golf clubs has never been easier or more accessible. Whether you prioritize pure convenience by renting straight from the course or prefer the customization and quality of an online service for a big trip, there’s an option that fits your needs perfectly. Knowing what's available and how to choose the right gear removes guesswork and sets you up for a great time on the links.
Once you’ve got that rental set in hand, confidence is everything, especially on a new course with unfamiliar clubs. This is where we built an app to help. For any shot, on any course, Caddie AI acts as your personal caddie and coach. If you're unsure which of those rental clubs to hit from 150 yards, or how to play a tricky lie in the rough, you can get instant, expert advice right from your phone. That small bit of guidance frees you up to just focus on making a good, confident swing.
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