01 / Why it matters
Loft controls launch and spin more directly than any other specification and is the main lever in distance gapping.
Loft
Loft is the angle of the clubface relative to the shaft, and the primary determinant of a club's intended flight and distance.
02 / Performance impact
Stated lofts vary between manufacturers and models, so comparing clubs by number alone is unreliable. Adjustable hosels shift both loft and face angle.
03 / Common misconception
Stronger lofts do not automatically produce more distance; they can reduce spin and height below what a golfer needs.
04 / How TruePath considers it
Loft is modelled per club and across the set so that flight and gapping stay coherent.
Related equipment variables
- Dynamic loft
- Launch angle
- Spin rate
- Lie angle
- Set composition
Questions golfers ask.
- Are stated lofts comparable across brands?
- No. Design and sole geometry differ, so the same stamped loft can fly differently.
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