The Fitting Sequence
The Player
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FS Golf does not fit Men, Women, Seniors, Juniors etc. FS Golf fits
GOLFERS. There is no attempt to segment Golfers by any measure other than they are people who play the game for enjoyment and are in search of Improvement to their game. My Goal is to satisfy all my customers and if that is your goal you have come to the right place.
Player Interview
The Interview Form is a method for me to obtain information on such items as the Current Set Makeup, Game Improvement Goals, Player Product Preferences, Physical Limitations, Ball Striking tendencies, Fitting Expectations etc. The primary purpose of the Interview is to give the Fitter insight into areas of emphasis or concern.
Measurement Equipment
Following the Interview discussion, the Player is provided an overview of the Equipment that will be used during the Fitting Process starting with such items as Frequency Analyzers, MOI Speed Match Scale, Swing Weight Scale, the Flight Scope Launch Monitor and the various Clubs, Grips and Recording Equipment. This equipment is used primarily to establish a baseline from which follow-on determinations can be made.
Baseline
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The Players Club Specifications are measured and reviewed for inconsistencies. Items such as Length, Loft, Lie Angle, MOI, Grip Size, Swing Weight, Total Weight etc. are all measured. A composite view can provide helpful hints into some of the issues that the player is experiencing or that were discussed as a result of the interview. The Baseline also provides a starting point for further changes or modifications in the current club set or clubs that are to be built.
Fitting Equipment
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Following the above activity, a move is made to the Fitting Area and the Player is introduced to the various items used in the Dynamic portion of the fitting. The Fitting Equipment can be viewed in the Fitting Equipment section of this web site.
Dynamic Fitting
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The overiding theme at FS Golf is to improve the Player Consistency and Reduce Miss Hit Tendencies through the determination of the best combination of Clubheads, Club Shaft and Grip specifications that will improve, to the best of the Players ability, On-Center and Solid Contact and ball flight in the intended direction. The Fitting is all about modification to Flight (Distance, Accuracy, Trajectory, Consistency) & Feel that yields the best results for the individual Player. There is no one set of rules that applies to all Players and there is no one set of Standard Specifications that can be produced in Golf Equipment that will allow the Player to achieve their maximum potential. That is why the Fitting Process is the key to success. In summary; It's Not the Brand, It's Not the Model, It's Not the Cost and It's Not the Marketing Hype - IT'S THE FIT.
To determine each Players requirements the following measurements are taken:
Head Speed
Ball Speed
Carry Distance
Total Distance
Spin Rate
Swing Characteristics
Launch Angle
Angle of Attack
Swing Path
Swing Plane
Flight Time
Angle of Descent
Shaft Acceleration
Club Length
Club Weight
Club Face Angle
Lie Angles
Grip Composition & Size
Fitting's at FS Golf cover up to 22 unique items depending on the needs or requirements of the individual Player. Data for each of the above items is presented in graphic or visual form and a record of each is provided to the Player.
The "D" Plane
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Ever wonder why the ball didn't go where you thought it would go. It's the "D" Plane. Want to know more about it, then you need a Clubfitter with a Flight Scope Launch Monitor.
Post Fitting Analysis
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The data gathered during Dynamic Fitting is the subject for Post Fitting Review. At FS Golf
I rely heavily on the Ball Striking information, Player Feedback during the session, Launch Monitor Data and Visual Presentations. A sequential review of each item will be conducted with the Player to determine what combination of heads, shafts & grips will best improve or enhance their current skill level. Sample printouts of data screens used in this process are illustrated below. In addition, a Fitting Specification Form (not pictured) is provided. This Form contains the build specifications, for both Irons and Woods, determined as a result of the Fitting Process.
A frame by frame review of the Players swing is also conducted to determine any Game Improvement modifications. A Packet of Fitting Information along with a CD Video of the Players Swing is provided to each individual for retention. The Video is particularly helpful if Players are currently working with a Swing Instructor.
Product
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FS Golf has a broad selection of High Quality, Original Design, Woods, Irons, Wedges and Putters for Players to test and purchase. All Clubs are precision engineered by highly respected Leaders in the Golf Equipment Industry. All clubs purchased from FS Golf are guaranteed against defects in workmanship and if a failure occurs in the normal course of play, the product will be replaced or adjusted, as required, at no extra charge to the customer.
A complete list of products available at FS Golf can be reviewed on the previous pages of this web site.
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Views of Some of the Flight Scope Launch Monitor are Shown Below.