[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":20},["ShallowReactive",2],{"article-golf-equipment-guides-how-to-care-for-golf-equipment":3},{"slug":4,"title":5,"subtitle":6,"image":7,"imageAlt":8,"category":9,"html":12,"wordCount":13,"prev":14,"next":17},"how-to-care-for-golf-equipment","How to Care for Golf Equipment","Clean, store, and inspect your gear so it performs the way it should.","\u002Fimg\u002Fgolf-equipment-guides\u002Fhow-to-care-for-golf-equipment_care-golf-equipment.png","How to Care for Golf Equipment illustration",{"slug":10,"title":11},"golf-equipment-guides","Golf equipment guides","\u003Ch3>Clean grooves are performance\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>Mud in iron and wedge grooves reduces spin and control. After a shot from wet fairway or rough, wipe the face before the next swing. At home, use warm water, a soft brush, and a towel. You need consistency, not harsh chemicals.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>Store clubs like tools\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>Leaving clubs in a hot trunk or damp garage can damage grips, ferrules, and bag materials. Dry them after wet rounds. Let the bag air out. Keep headcovers on woods and putter during travel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>Inspect what wears\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Grips:\u003C\u002Fstrong> slick, shiny, cracked, or hard grips should be replaced.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Wedges:\u003C\u002Fstrong> worn grooves reduce stopping power.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Shafts:\u003C\u002Fstrong> check for dents, rust, or loose heads.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Shoes:\u003C\u002Fstrong> worn spikes cost stability.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Glove:\u003C\u002Fstrong> stretched leather changes grip pressure.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Ch3>Five-minute post-round routine\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>Wipe clubs, empty trash, dry towel and glove, note anything broken, and restock balls and tees. Small habits keep your gear ready for the next first tee.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",154,{"slug":15,"title":16},"best-golf-equipment-for-different-types-of-golfers","Best Golf Equipment for Different Types of Golfers",{"slug":18,"title":19},"when-should-you-upgrade-your-golf-equipment","When Should You Upgrade Your Golf Equipment?",1782812354933]