Men’s Sports & Fitness Gear

Men’s Sports & Fitness Gear: frequently asked questions

Regular or stiff flex: which golf shaft do I need?

Flex should match swing speed. Regular flex suits driver swing speeds of roughly 137–153 km/h (85–95 mph), typical of many club golfers, while stiff suits roughly 153–177 km/h (95–110 mph). If you don't know your speed, a session on a launch monitor at a range or a club fitting will tell you.

How do men's US sizes convert to UK sizes?

A men's US size is usually about one size larger than the UK equivalent, so a US 10 is roughly a UK 9. Brands vary by half a size either way, and skates often fit differently from trainers, so check the product's own chart against your foot length measured in centimetres.

Are polarised sports sunglasses worth it?

Polarised lenses cut reflected glare from water, wet roads and snow, which suits fishing, paddling, cycling and driving to the course. The trade-off is that some phone screens and bike computers can look dark at certain angles. Lens tint matters as much as polarisation: grey for bright sun, brown or rose for contrast on dull, flat-light days.