Golf irons & changing conditions

Broadly speaking, there’s summer golf and then there’s winter golf. Both seasons have their ups-and-downs. You may love the warmth in summer and the tee being freer in the winter, but how do you prepare your game for the changing of the season? How does golf change?

As we creep into autumn, you’ll be wanting to have your thermals and mittens nearby for when you’re spending a lot of time outdoors. It’s sensible to be dressed for the colder weather, but one thing you may not be aware of is how it can affect your clubs. Please join us as we explain how the latest Mizuno golf irons will help see you through the wintertime.

Adapting your game to winter golf

Conditions in the colder months can have a significant effect on how your game is played. For example, the colder temperatures reduce the elasticity of the metal in your golf irons. This means they won’t bend as fluidly as when you’re playing in the warmer months as there’s less efficient transfer of energy from the golf iron to the ball.

Another thing to consider is that colder air is denser, so there will be more resistance acting on your ball as it travels through the air. So in short, the cold temperature affects your clubs, and will give you slightly less distance on your shots. Keep in mind you may need to club-up when you’re out on the course this winter.

The ground is also wetter and muddier in winter, so when you come down onto the ball it can be harder to make a clean connection with the turf. While we hate hitting muddy shots or playing on difficult lies, it’s important to anticipate them. It’s good planning to have an extra towel in your bag to keep your clubs in working order should you be hitting through murky turf.

These are just some of the reasons why winter golf is more difficult than in the summer. If you want to keep playing happy all year round, you’ll need to be heading out on the course with golf irons that are appropriate for you.

Which golf irons should you try?

As you can see from the illustration, Mizuno makes a variety of quality golf clubs and different models that cater to players of specific abilities.

The JPX 923 Hot Metal HL irons are designed for mid-to-high handicap players that are looking to get more competitive and improve their game. These irons have a seamless face construction that will give you higher launch and more control over your approach shots. They’ve also been engineered to give you consistent ball speeds, which will be much needed when the winter conditions take away a little of your natural distance.

If you’re a mid-teen handicapper, the JPX 923 Forged irons will feel phenomenal to play with, and give you the results you need to secure the scores you’re after. This club is forged from carbon steel and will give you unparalleled precision and control. The trailing edge has been beveled to make your turf interaction completely smooth and trouble-free.

A fine example of Mizuno’s legendary craftsmanship, the Pro 221 irons have a forged muscleback blade design that provides a soft feel and tour-level performance. The club has a thin topline and short head length, and the head offers a sleek and stylish appeal both in the bag and in your hands. This club will help you shape whatever kind of shot you need around the course.

Don’t let the changing of the seasons put you off your golf! There’s no better feeling than mastering your iron shots. If you’re on the lookout for some new irons, we’d be more than happy to help, just contact us in the pro shop.