Best Kept Secrets: Where To Bargain Shop for Golf Clubs

Golf clubs can be expensive but this should not stop you from buying the set of clubs you desperately want. While you may find used clubs at pro shops and driving ranges, we are going to let you in on some of the less familiar places where you can find great bargains on golf clubs.

• Garage Sales – Almost every neighbourhood has at least one golfer. Keep an eye out for announcements of garage sales. Check out your local newspaper for upcoming garage sales and take the time to visit a few. You may be surprised at what you’ll find. There is bound to be one person who at one time or another got bitten by the golf bug and bought himself a set of clubs. Unfortunately for him (but luckily for you), he outgrew the game rather quickly.

• Car Boot Sales – A car boot sale is similar to a garage sale except it doesn’t happen in a person’s home. They meets usually take place in a public area where several people set up tables and sell a variety of used or second hand goods. Several golfers have been able to snatch up cheap but quality gear at these events.

• Salvation Army – The Salvation Army is a favourite destination for people looking to find second hand clothes and accessories. Surprisingly, it can be great place to find golf clubs too.

• Auction websites – Auction websites are a great place to find golf clubs and other types of golf gear. By the very nature of an auction, prices of clubs here are not fixed. Prices are heavily dependent on supply and demand. And if you carefully monitor your bids, you may just come away with a great bargain. One tip that a fellow golfer shares is to look for lesser-known auction sites. In doing so, you won’t be competing or bidding against many other golfers who are also looking for bargain golf clubs.

• Friends, Family, Extended Network  – While it is common practice to ask golfing buddies “if they know anyone who knows anyone” who is selling clubs, try to expand the circle a little wider. With the popularity of golf, you never know who has set of clubs collecting dust in his closet. Try asking your mates at the office or perhaps the parents of your child’s friend at his next school gathering. Actively mention to anyone and everyone you know that you’re on the lookout for clubs. You may be surprised at the amount of positive responses you will receive.

There you have it. Pick up some clubs and get off on a golfing break. There are some superb golfing holidays in Portugal, Spain and elsewhere where you can enjoy you new kit. Happy hunting and happy golfing!