![]() ![]() Lob wedges are the newest of the wedge designs. Usually in the range of 54 to 58 degrees, the sand wedge was originally designed, as the name suggests, to escape from green side bunkers thanks to the heavier and wider design of its sole.įor a long time it was the go-to club for chips and bunker shots around the green, because it was the highest lofted club in a player's bag until the lob wedge came along. Largely suited to fuller shots, they are typically added to player’s bag to bridge a distance gap and offer more variety near the green for pitches that don’t involve a full swing and longer chips. Occasionally referred to as an attack (AW) or utility wedge (UW), these wedges tend to carry a loft of around 50 to and 53 degrees. Gap Wedges (GW)Īs the name suggests these wedges fill the ‘gap’ between the pitching wedge and the sand wedge. Most modern sets tend towards a lower lofted or stronger pitching wedge to blend in with longer-hitting iron designs, whilst also creating a need or gap for the, aptly named, gap wedge. Typically with a loft between 44-48 degrees it is used primarily for full shots into greens and some longer chip shots. The first and most common wedge is the pitching wedge. Wedges can be divided into four main types: Different types of wedges along with varying specifications mean you should research and find a wedge that is suits to your swing and needs. Wedges may appear as basic clubs that are not as advanced in terms of technology as a driver or irons, but this is untrue. ![]() It is essential that the wedges you carry add to your game and assist scoring. They can create birdies or save pars, but can also cause problems for golfers who struggle around the greens if they are not using the right type of wedge for the shot. Research shows that around a quarter of all shots are played using a wedge so clearly they are a vital part of every golfer’s game. ![]()
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