Lie Angle

Lie angle is the angle created between the sole of a golf club and centerline of the shaft or hosel. A correct lie angle is neither too upright (tilted toward the heel) nor too flat (tilted toward the toe) and allows golfers to effectively control the direction of a shot. If a club is too upright, the heel will be the first part of the sole to impact the ground during a shot. This causes the face to close, resulting in a pull or draw to the left. On the other hand, if a club is too flat, the toe will contact the ground first, forcing the face open, resulting in a push or fade to the right. A club with a correct lie angle will allow the sole of the club to be parallel to the ground at impact.

What effect do lie angle adjustments have?

Lie angle adjustments are used to correct a swing plane that is either too upright or too flat. For example, a standard lie angle may be too upright for a shorter player. He or she may benefit from a flatter lie angle.

Use this chart for suggested length and lie angle specifications.