Determine your static lie angle and shaft length based on body measurements.
Measure from the crease of your wrist to the floor while standing straight with arms hanging naturally.
Recommended Lie Angle
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Shaft Length Adjustment
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Based on standard men's steel shaft length
function calculateLieAngle() {
// Get Input Values
var hFeet = parseInt(document.getElementById('heightFeet').value);
var hInches = parseInt(document.getElementById('heightInches').value);
var wtf = parseFloat(document.getElementById('wristToFloor').value);
// Validation
if (isNaN(hFeet) || isNaN(hInches) || isNaN(wtf)) {
alert("Please enter valid numbers for all fields.");
return;
}
// Calculate Total Height in Inches
var totalHeight = (hFeet * 12) + hInches;
// 1. Calculate Shaft Length Adjustment based on Total Height
// Logic approximates industry standard static fitting charts
var lengthAdj = "";
if (totalHeight < 59) { lengthAdj = "- 2 inches"; }
else if (totalHeight < 61) { lengthAdj = "- 1 1/2 inches"; }
else if (totalHeight < 64) { lengthAdj = "- 1 inch"; }
else if (totalHeight < 67) { lengthAdj = "- 1/2 inch"; }
else if (totalHeight < 72) { lengthAdj = "Standard"; }
else if (totalHeight < 75) { lengthAdj = "+ 1/2 inch"; }
else if (totalHeight < 78) { lengthAdj = "+ 1 inch"; }
else if (totalHeight < 81) { lengthAdj = "+ 1 1/2 inches"; }
else { lengthAdj = "+ 2 inches"; }
// 2. Calculate Lie Angle based on Wrist-To-Floor (WTF)
// This follows the logic of standard color code charts (like Ping)
// WTF ranges are approximate intersections for static fitting
var lieAngle = "";
var lieDesc = "";
var colorCode = "";
if (wtf = 29.0 && wtf = 30.0 && wtf = 31.0 && wtf = 32.0 && wtf = 33.0 && wtf = 34.5 && wtf = 35.25 && wtf = 36.75 && wtf = 38.25 && wtf < 39.75) {
lieAngle = "3° Upright";
colorCode = "White";
lieDesc = "Very upright lie angle required.";
} else {
lieAngle = "3.75° Upright";
colorCode = "Silver";
lieDesc = "Significantly upright lie angle needed to prevent heel digging.";
}
// Display Results
document.getElementById('lieResult').innerHTML = lieAngle + " (" + colorCode + " Code)";
document.getElementById('lieDescription').innerText = lieDesc;
document.getElementById('lengthResult').innerText = lengthAdj;
document.getElementById('results-area').style.display = 'block';
}
What is Golf Club Lie Angle?
The lie angle of a golf club is the angle formed between the center of the shaft and the sole of the club head when the club is grounded in its playing position. It is one of the most critical, yet overlooked, specifications in golf equipment.
Ensuring your lie angle is correct allows the sole of the club to arrive parallel to the turf at impact. This ensures that the loft of the club points directly at the target, rather than tilted to the left or right.
Why Lie Angle Matters
An improper lie angle will cause directional inconsistency, even on a perfect swing:
Too Upright: If the lie angle is too upright for your swing, the heel of the club will dig into the turf, causing the toe to close. This typically results in a shot that starts left and hooks (for right-handed golfers).
Too Flat: If the lie angle is too flat, the toe of the club will dig into the turf, causing the face to open. This results in shots that start right and fade or slice.
How to Measure Wrist-to-Floor (WTF)
Step 1: Wear your regular golf shoes or street shoes.
Step 2: Stand on a hard, flat surface with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Step 3: Let your arms hang naturally by your sides. Do not stiffen them or reach down.
Step 4: Have a friend measure the distance from the crease of your wrist (where the hand meets the arm) straight down to the floor.
Understanding the Results
This calculator provides a "Static Fit." While this is an excellent starting point (and often used for purchasing clubs online), a "Dynamic Fit" is the gold standard.
Static Fit: Based on physical measurements (height and arm length). It predicts what setup should theoretically work for your body geometry.
Dynamic Fit: Involves hitting balls on a lie board or using a launch monitor. This accounts for how you deliver the club at impact (e.g., do you raise your hands at impact? Do you squat?).
Shaft Length vs. Lie Angle
The calculator above also provides a recommended shaft length. Shaft length and lie angle are interconnected. If you lengthen a club (e.g., +1 inch), the effective lie angle becomes more upright. If you shorten a club, it becomes flatter. The recommendations provided here adjust for standard men's steel shafts.