Dynamic Lie (Tee to Green)

• Definition
  • The angle of the lower portion of the shaft relative to the horizon at impact.
  • A golf club comes with a Static Lie at purchase, which is the angle of the lower portion of the shaft relative to the horizon.
  • This angle between shaft and horizon can be different at impact depending on how the player delivers the club. The angle measured at impact is Dynamic Lie.
• The Use of Dynamic Lie
  • Dynamic Lie is useful in relation to turf interaction, impact location, Launch Direction, etc.
  • For example, a Dynamic Lie of a lower angle than the Static Lie may indicate that the club is delivered with the heel entering the ground first, which can make the ball go left (for a right-handed golfer). Conversely, a Dynamic Lie of a higher angle than the Static Lie may indicate that the club is delivered with the toe entering the ground first, which can make the ball go right (for a right-handed golfer).
  • Dynamic Lie is especially useful for fitters, as they can use it to ensure that the lie of the club fits the swing mechanics of the player.
  • For example, if a player has an upright swing (Dynamic Lie > Static Lie), then the clubs may need to have a steeper Static Lie, and vice versa.