Stupid Golf Question
What is club lie angle?
A fitting says upright or flat and you thought the sole was just on the ground
Plain answer first
The plain answer
Lie angle describes how upright or flat the shaft sits relative to the sole. With irons and wedges, a delivered lie that is too upright or flat can tilt the face and influence start direction, especially as loft increases.
The NPG answer
It is geometry quietly moving the face while everyone argues about the swing.
When it matters
It matters when setup comfort, turf contact, and repeated start direction suggest the club may not be arriving in a useful position.
What to do next
Compare static measurements with dynamic impact and ball-flight data; do not fit lie angle from a divot direction or address position alone.
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What is club loft?
Club loft is the angle of the face that helps set launch, spin, and distance.
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