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How Older Golfers Can Regain Distance With Equipment Tweaks

Losing 20 yards with age is common, but equipment can help claw some back. Experts suggest adjusting loft to optimize launch, trying lighter shafts, and switching to modern irons with springier faces. Even golf balls matter—Fred Couples now plays Bridgestone’s Tour B RX, designed for swing speeds under 105 mph, to maintain distance and control.