Utility clubs, hybrids and game improvement irons are a relatively recent addition to the world of golf clubs. Each are are growing in popularity because they are designed to be easier to hit for recreational golfers. In fact, they are easier to hit for all golfers, and most touring pros now carry some sort of hybrid golf clubs. But they are a particularly good choice for recreational golfers.

The terms "utility clubs" and "hybrid clubs" are generally used interchangeably. They denote a category of clubs that combine elements of both woods and irons into their design.

This combination of elements from both irons and woods adds up to having having technical features that aid in getting the ball airborne, that reduce the effects of mishits.

Most hybrids are designed to replace long irons in a golfers bag.

For this reason, most golfers would do well to consider a hybrid set or game improvement irons. In hybrid sets, the long irons (typically 3- and 4-irons) are replaced with specially designed hybrid clubs engineered to hit the ball the same distances, but with greater forgiveness and other game-improvement features built in.

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