Why Bryson DeChambeau Uses Single-Length Irons

Bryson DeChambeau, known for shaking up traditional golf, uses irons that are all the same length. Ever wonder why? It all comes down to consistency.

The concept is not entirely new. It was inspired by a book Bryson read, “The Golfing Machine” by Homer Kelley, which suggests using clubs of the same length to keep the swing consistent. Bryson liked the idea of not having to change his stance or swing for different clubs.

In 2011, Bryson and his coach Mike Schy started to experiment. They adjusted all his irons to the length of a typical 6-iron—37.5 inches. They also standardized the weight and the angle of the clubs. This means Bryson can use the same movement and posture for each shot, which is supposed to help him play more consistently.

Each iron in Bryson’s set is tailored to perform its job but with the same length, weight, and grip. This setup helps him maintain the same swing for every iron shot. It simplifies his game by reducing the number of adjustments he needs to make during a round.

Using single-length irons does come with challenges, like figuring out how far each club will hit. Bryson manages this by focusing more on the loft, or angle of the club face, rather than the club number. This approach helps him understand how each club will behave.

Bryson’s success has made more golfers curious about single-length irons. While not everyone is ready to switch, his approach has sparked interest and discussions about new ways to think about golf clubs.

So, while you might not see every golfer switching to single-length irons, Bryson DeChambeau’s choice shows there’s more than one way to play the game. It’s all about finding what helps you play your best.