[Eracer]

Sounds to me like anything we tell you will be vetoed by Dad. I'm not saying that's a terrible thing - he's your Dad and just looking out for your best interest. But the facts are:

1. You would be much better off buying a quality used set. The cheap pre-packaged junk is pretty much just that.

2. There's nothing wrong with saving money by getting steel shafts. You will hit the ball straighter.

2. Buying from an individual is not always a bad thing. Hang out here for a while and you will see that we do it among ourselves all the time. I once shipped a $300.00 driver to one of the moderators on the board who lives in Canada, just so he could test it out before buying it. You have to be careful, but eventually you have to realize that not everyone is out to get you. Trust can be a good thing.

3. If your Dad says "no way" to that, then shop at our sponsor's site - Global Golf. I've done lots of business with them, and you can get great clubs, in great condition, cheap.

Good luck. And invite your Dad to spend some time here.