Wedge carrying thoughts

[usa1950]

I voted for the 48, 52 and 56/58..... that's exactly what I carry. I have a 60 but don't remember every hitting in on the course. I've become pretty adept at the flop shot with a open sand wedge so I never really saw the need for a 60. A friend gave me his... it matched my set. Don't tell him I don't ever use it.

I am far from the norm when it comes to equipment. I own ZERO hybrids, and still carry a 1 iron to hit off the tee, or to try to reach a par 5 in two... so my wedge recommendation might work for me, but admittedly it is very 1990's or so.

 

[kwcsports]

My set up is really simple. I carry a 50*, 55*, 60*

 

[clemsonhacker]

i voted for the 4 wedges..my pw is 47..then i have a 52, 56, and 60....but i dont how long the 56* will be in the bag...unless its soft sand.....the 52 and 60 are gamers...

 

[Coach]

48, 52, 56SW, 60.
I rarely hit the 52 but for some strange reason, I am considering getting a Vokey SM in that loft. What is my problem?

 

[Hangfire]

Let's see 52, 56, 60 all Cleveland beni's!:smilie_cl

 

[mont86]

48 and 60 because when it come down to confidence I always pull the 48
and adjust my swing. To many wedges right now would only confuse me.

 

[Hangfire]

I'm still learning my Gwedge 52, Swedge 56 is the goto club, and the Lwedge 60 is for going over that 25ft. tall tree that I'm 3ft. away from...:laugh:

 

[Sandy]

I rarely hit the 52 but for some strange reason, I am considering getting a Vokey SM in that loft. What is my problem?

One problem might be that the 'Spin Milled' Vokeys only go up to 54*...

 

[Andy299]

47*, 53*, 59*

However in my opinion the first wedge's loft should be determined based on your 9 Iron loft and the distance gaps you wish for your clubs. The other one, two or three wedges (your choice) should be determined from there.

My 9 Iron has 42* loft, hence the lofts on my wedges. Also, depending on the type of sand is in your bunkers you are most likely to face should help you decide on the bounce on each. I can and will play with all three from bunkers, in fact I will use any irons if I think the lie in the bunker and the distance I need to hit the ball dictates a change.

 

[Bravo]

47*, 53*, 59*

However in my opinion the first wedge's loft should be determined based on your 9 Iron loft and the distance gaps you wish for your clubs. The other one, two or three wedges (your choice) should be determined from there.

My 9 Iron has 42* loft, hence the lofts on my wedges. Also, depending on the type of sand is in your bunkers you are most likely to face should help you decide on the bounce on each. I can and will play with all three from bunkers, in fact I will use any irons if I think the lie in the bunker and the distance I need to hit the ball dictates a change.

Great post and perfect advice IMHO.

 

[ezra76]

I've been debating losing my PW for a 48* Vokey. I'm thinking since I have only 5-PW then delofting my entire set by 1-1 1/2* might work out better. Esentially my PW would become more my 9 iron.

 

[SCGolfer]

I carry a set of Cleveland 588 gunmetals.....45*,51*,57* and 60*. But I believe that is gonna change as I am about to overhaul the bag after a fitting next week. As an explanation I have an extra spot in the bag so I carry the 60* as it has less bounce than the 57* and each can be used for different shots.


Jason

 

[goatster]

47*, 53*, 59*

However in my opinion the first wedge's loft should be determined based on your 9 Iron loft and the distance gaps you wish for your clubs. The other one, two or three wedges (your choice) should be determined from there.

My 9 Iron has 42* loft, hence the lofts on my wedges. Also, depending on the type of sand is in your bunkers you are most likely to face should help you decide on the bounce on each. I can and will play with all three from bunkers, in fact I will use any irons if I think the lie in the bunker and the distance I need to hit the ball dictates a change.

good advice thats why i went with a 50,54,58.from what ive looked up on the net my pw is 45 maybe 46.

the whole reason im ditching the 52 for the 50 is so the gaps are more uniform.

 

[Coach]

One problem might be that the 'Spin Milled' Vokeys only go up to 54*...

You're right! It's the 200 series that makes a 52*. Saved some cash there, whew.

 

[goatster]

If I was a bomber and had a huge club distance gap I'd go with multiple wedges but I'm not. I only need the PW and 56º.

i dont consider myself a bomber buy any means i just like the option of hitting a full club fro 50,75,100.instead of trying to take a half or 3/4 swing.those shots kill me most the time.i also seem to be playing a little better since i added the 54,58 this season.instead of just the pw and 52.which has lost its spot to the 50 this weekend.thanks to GG.