Systems and methods for fitting golf equipment

Details Systems and methods for fitting golf equipment Systems and methods for fitting golf equipment

2011-06-28

2011-06-28

Blau, Stephen L. (Department: 3711)

Games using tangible projectile

Golf

Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with...

C473S223000, C473S409000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07967695

ABSTRACT:
A golf equipment fitting system that uses advanced technology to not only objectively identify the optimum equipment for the golfer, but to also identify and help correct swing flaws so that the golfer can achieve optimum performance on the golf course. Thus, in one embodiment, golf fitting includes collecting data related to the golfer's swing and determining if the golfer's swing technique should be modified based at least in part on the collected swing data. When it is determined that the golfer's swing technique should be modified, then providing swing instruction to the golfer. When, however, it is determined that the golfer's swing technique is fine, then collecting data related to how the golfer's swing launches a golf ball. Finally, golf equipment, e.g., golf clubs, can be specified based on the collected swing data and launch data.

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