Hockey goalies who suddenly can't catch a cold wear leg pads that are too wide. They're all quick fixes. In the world of sports, everyone wants a quick solution to their athletic deficiencies. Some people don't even mind if the solution skirts the exact rules of the sport.
Golf is no exception.
A variety of golfing items, including drivers, putters and balls, promise to take strokes off the average golfer's handicap. Don Anderson, the manager of Golf USA in Carson City, said oversized woods should really be considered standard golf equipment. He said 90 percent of his store's overall sales in woods and drivers come from so-called oversized clubs, but he doesn't consider them oversized because today's titanium heads weigh no more than traditional steel heads. The bigger head means a bigger sweet spot, making the club more forgiving for the average golfer. For the scratch golfer, it probably wouldn't make a difference.