
I'm a fair weather golfer, but do go out and play occasionally with my OH. It's one of the most frustrating sports because you hit a good shot, think you can play, then try to hit the next few and it all goes horribly wrong. LAdies are actually more consistent golfers because we don't tend to have the male egos - they have to hit it as hard and as far as possible. Most ladies don't have that amount of strength so rely on technique which is the key with golf.
I do enjoy playing (most of the time), and it can be a very pleasant way to spend a few hours (depending on the weather). I'm only 5'2 so have a ladies set of clubs, but they're only a starter set from JJB (i think). If you're a more "normal" height then you should be able to use mens clubs.