Of course, while it is possible to remove rust from your golf clubs, they say that prevention is better than cure.
If you pay close attention to your clubs and store them properly then the chance of rust appearing becomes much lower.
The first and most obvious thing to point out is that if you store your clubs somewhere that they will be exposed to oxygen and moisture, then you are asking for rust.
So, find a dry place to keep your clubs when they’re not in use.
Keeping them in the house is the best option; and if your other half complains, you just need to point out that the presence of the clubs in the cupboard under the stairs is far preferable to having to fork out for a new set.
Now, when you’re using your golf clubs after rain or first thing in the morning when there is dew on the course, it is inevitable that they will become wet.
This is unavoidable but wiping your clubs down after each use and ensuring that they are fully dry before storing them will help to prevent rust.
Furthermore, you should ensure that you regularly spray rust remover on the club head and shaft.
While this product is designed to remove rust, it can also be used as a way of stopping it from developing in the first place.
That said, there are some products that aren’t suitable for use on certain metals, including golf clubs so be sure to check this before spraying.
You can also use a multipurpose lubricant on the clubs and this only needs to be applied every few months.
This will act as a protective barrier against corrosion and the resulting rust.
When you put your clubs into storage it is vital that you don’t just dump them and forget about them.
Go back at least once a month and check for signs of corrosion.
If you notice anything, you can address the problem sooner rather than later and avoid having to spend hours removing stubborn rust, or at worst, having to replace the clubs.