A tool used to determine the angle between the shaft of a golf club and the sole of the club when it is soled in a player’s normal stance is essential for optimizing performance. This measurement influences the clubface’s orientation at impact, directly affecting ball flight and direction.
Properly fitted equipment enhances a golfer’s ability to strike the ball consistently and accurately. Historically, determining this crucial angle relied on visual assessments and manual adjustments. Modern technology, however, allows for precise measurement and customized fitting, contributing significantly to improved player performance. This has led to wider adoption of custom club fitting practices among professional and amateur golfers alike.