What Does Loft Mean in Golf?
By The Fairway Labs TeamReviewed
Equipment
Golf term
Loft
Loft in practice
Modern irons have gotten "stronger" (less lofted) over the years, which is why today's 7-iron flies like an old 6-iron. That's why comparing raw club numbers across brands can be misleading.
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