How Second Hand Clubs Make Golf More Accessible

Despite the state of flux that exists in the professional game at present, recreational golf is in a very healthy position. A combination of more people trying the sport for the first time, which happened during the COVID-19 lockdowns, and a more concerted effort within the industry to diversify and shed some old stereotypes, has created a welcome boost. In short, we’re seeing more people out on range and walking the fairways. 

If you’re relatively new to the game, it’s possible that you’re still a little uncertain how to go about getting the right equipment for your game. Don’t worry, you wouldn’t be alone in that regard – this area can feel like a bit of a minefield at times. How do I get the right clubs for my swing? Am I good enough to play those irons? How many clubs do I need? And, perhaps one of the first questions you’ll ask, how much should I spend? These are all good questions to be asking.

The importance of good advice

golfclubs4cash is Europe’s largest retailer of second-hand golf clubs. A go-to shop for thousands of golfers, it’s the perfect place for all your golf equipment needs, and an especially helpful place to go if you’re a less experienced player with a list of questions. With over 30,000 listings online at any one time, and two high street stores (Edinburgh and Warrington), you can be sure to find the right club(s) for you, and at a price within your budget. In fact, it’s no stretch to say that golfclubs4cash is helping to grow the game and make it more accessible. 

How so? Firstly, it’s important to get the right advice. If you walk away feeling a little disillusioned, or that your clubs aren’t right for your game, how likely are you to carry on playing? This is where the knowledgable team at golfclubs4cash play such an important role in helping people into the sport. With a team of experienced PGA professionals and passionate golfers, they can help ensure that no matter what level you’re at, or how long you’ve been playing, you find exactly what you need to shoot lower scores and get maximum enjoyment from the game.

Options for all budgets

Let’s also consider how much brand-new golf equipment costs. Some of the latest drivers exceed £500, and a new set of irons can set you back over £1,500. Not everyone wants to fork out such big sums, especially those who might just be trying the game for the first time. Many households are feeling their disposable income squeezed at this moment in time, too, which makes buying second hand clubs a really attractive option, and means price needn’t be a barrier that prevents people from taking up the game.

A quick browse online and you’ll find thousands of used clubs, gear that is suitable for every level of golfer and at various price points to accommodate all budgets. As well as the big brands, such as TaylorMade, Titleist, Ping and Callaway, you’ll find plenty of other brands to choose from, and numerous options no matter what your skill level. 

The advice from golfclubs4cash is to give them as much information as possible about your game and what your goals are; this way, you can be sure that you are matched with the perfect equipment. 

The sustainable choice

As well second-hand golf clubs helping to make the game more accessible, it’s important to highlight another huge positive that comes on the back on buying used equipment – the environmental impact. Every time used clubs are purchased – as opposed to new ones being ordered and shipped halfway across the world – or traded in, it’s a positive for the environment.

“The second-hand marketplace is more sustainable because it keeps golf equipment out of landfill,” says Dean Cracknell, Head Of Marketing, golfclubs4cash. “We are extending the life of golf equipment by repurposing them and reselling them. By putting products back into circulation, we reduce the need for future manufacturing. These combine to give us a significant carbon emission saving.”

How your clubs arrive with you can also have an impact on the environment. We don't want anything to turn up damaged to a level beyond what was advertised, but we're all conscious of the amount of plastic used in packaging when we order online. golfclubs4cash understands this concern, as as a result no product arrives at or leaves the premises in virgin packaging. Every element, from the box the club travels in, to the tape used to seal it, is made from recycled materials, and all plastics have been removed from its packaging.

Most of us could probably be a little more eco-conscious and aware of how we can minimise our impact on the environment. As the game grows, it’ll be more important than ever for the sport to prove its sustainability credentials. By buying second-hand golf clubs, you’re doing your bit to help keep a load of metal going into the ground, which can only be a good thing.