At True Spec Bend, one of the most common issues we see amateur golfers struggle with is their spin rates. Spin rates vary depending on which club you have in your hand, and there are so many things that play into the way the ball spins. If you are wondering if your spin rates are working for or against you, we have you covered with everything you need to know.
How Do I Know If My Spin Rates Are Correct?
The evolution of portable launch monitors has left many golfers confused about the results they are getting. Data is a great tool for golfers, but you must understand how to use that data in order for it to help your golf game.
The best way to tell if your spin rates are helping or hurting you is to schedule a True Spec Bend golf fitting. Your golf club fitting with a master professional will give you all the details about where your spin rates can improve and where they are already quite good.
In addition, True Spec Bend uses industry-leading launch monitor technology. The best launch monitors in the business do an incredibly good job of eliminating outliers and ensuring your spin
rates are accurate.
What Are Spin Rates?
The spin rate is the amount of backspin put on a golf ball as it flies. Spin rates also can take into consideration the amount of side spin on a golf ball. Depending on the spin rate that you have on your golf ball, the ball flight is going to change.
Ball flight will typically be higher with higher spin rates and lower with lower spin rates. High spin rates create more backspin, allowing a ball to stop on the greens. Low spin rates will encourage more roll and maximize total distance.
Driver vs. Iron Spin Rate
Spin rates for drivers and irons are different. The driver spin rate is typically lower than the iron to help produce a longer total distance, decrease the change of a ballooning ball flight, and improve overall control of the drive.
With irons, you will want a higher ball flight that allows for the ball to stop and land on the green quickly and efficiently.
The perfect amount of spin is player specific, and your True Spec Bend master fitting professional can give you all the details. However, most driver spin rates should be kept under 3000, where irons like a 7 iron could be much higher in the 6000-7000 range.
What Impacts My Spin Rates?
In addition to the equipment you are using, there are other factors that impact spin rates. For instance, clubhead speed, angle of attack, the clubface angle, the lie you are hitting from, and even the ball position at impact.
This is why it’s so important to have a professional look at your data and put the correct
equipment in your hands.
Final Thoughts
Schedule a True Spec Bend fitting today in order to get a better understanding as to whether your spin rates are working for or against you. Most players find that some of their clubs are helping them achieve their goals on the course, and others require some tweaking.
