PHOTO PROVIDED Don’t leave your clubs in the car when the temperature is above 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

A great percentage of golfers make the mistake of leaving their golf clubs in the car when it’s hot. The summer heat inside a car can reach well over 130 degrees Fahrenheit.

The heat will weaken the epoxy and cause a clubhead to become loose and come off. The heat over time will also deteriorate the grip and cause a grip to get hard.

If you must leave your clubs in the car, make sure to park in a shaded area and leave the windows slightly open to allow the heat to escape.

Protect your investment by not leaving your clubs in a hot car, damp shed or garage. A golf shaft can corrode causing the metal to weaken and break during use.

Treat your clubs as you would any other piece of equipment and they will last for years to come.

Don’t forget to enjoy this great game called golf.

Rick Musselman, a golf author and professional, owns Musselman’s Golf in Williamsport.