Dynamic Loft (Tee to Green)

• Definition
  • The vertical angle of the club face at the center-point of contact between the club and ball at the time of maximum compression. That is, Dynamic Loft is the amount of loft on the club face at impact and is measured relative to the horizon.
  • A golf club comes with a Static Loft at purchase, which is the angle of the club face relative to the horizon. For a driver it is usually around 8-12 degrees, a 7 iron is around 34 degrees and wedges usually between 52 and 60 degrees.
  • This angle between face and horizon can be different at impact depending on how the player delivers the club.
  • The angle measured at impact is Dynamic Loft.
• The Use of Dynamic Loft
  • Creating the proper Dynamic Loft is important for creating the optimal trajectory and maximizing Carry.
    • Too much Dynamic Loft can launch the ball too high and lead to not getting the optimal/expected distance.
    • Too little Dynamic Loft can launch the ball too low making the ball roll out excessively, also making it difficult to get the distance right.
  • Attack Angle, how the shaft bends, how the player releases the club head, whether the club face is open or closed to the Club Path, and where the ball makes contact on the club face all affect the Dynamic Loft.
  • Dynamic Loft is especially useful for players and coaches working on maximizing distance and control, and for fitters to choose the right loft on clubs for the player based on how they deliver the club at impact.