The pros and cons of clone golf clubs
When all's said and done, the main issue with clone golf clubs is how they shape up in terms of their pros and cons viz a viz buying a top brand.
Unfortunately, there's no black and white answer to the "which is better?" question.
The main advantage of clone golf clubs is price. As the price comparison page demonstrates, savings of between 50 and 75% are quite normal. That can mean a four-figure dollar sum if you're buying a full set of clubs.
That's particularly important if you're just getting into the game and don't know if you're going to stick with the sport - it makes the upfront investment much lower.
Lower prices also mean you can afford to buy new clubs - with new design and technology - more often. Or add extra clubs you might otherwise have thought twice about buying.
But are they as good as their brand equivalents in terms of performance? If you're buying good quality clones from a reputable manufacturer, then the answer is yes. Remember - the lower price is through savings on marketing and overhead, rather than materials.
So what are the disadvantages?
Brands become brands by, among other things, delivering consistent quality. If you don't buy from a reputable source, a clone golf club may be inferior in terms of quality and performance.
Equally, branded clubs are not just about material quality and club performance. People don't buy Nike socks because they're warmer than the non-branded equivalent. Or Ferraris because they're more efficient at getting you from A to B than a Ford.
Brands have images. If that image is one you wish to share or project, then a brand may be a more appropriate purchase.
Finally, brands have a network of dealers and customer support personnel that clone manufacturers may not have.
