Why are golf clubs made of Hickory?



Why are golf clubs made of Hickory?

The wood shafts are made of hickory for it’s strong and yet elastic flex and feel, and they are generally tapered to be a smaller diameter at the head and larger at the grip. The handle end of the shafts are larger so that you could apply one layer of friction tape and a user desired leather grip to create a standard grip for use by most golfer.

Where to get hickory shafts repaired?

Louisville Golf – Offers all services to refinish and repair hickory clubs, from grips to new inserts on woods. Also sells hickory shafts. Tad Moore Golf – Tad does expert work refinishing and repairing hickory clubs. Tim Alpaugh – Accurate restoration and repair of woods and irons. One of the best.

Who is the best repairman for Hickory Clubs?

Tad Moore Golf – Tad does expert work refinishing and repairing hickory clubs. Tim Alpaugh – Accurate restoration and repair of woods and irons. One of the best. Jacob Bengston – Based in northeast Wisconsin, Jacob says he "Can do anything in the workshop for woods or irons short of forging a new iron head."

Where can I get shaft straighteners for my golf clubs?

Hickory Golf Workshop – Complete repair and restoration services or they can sell you the necessary tools and supplies. Work guaranteed. Offers grips, whipping thread, racks and unusual goodies like shaft straighteners, shaft sanders and whipping stands.