Help deciding on wedges.

[Mr. Doug]

I'm asking 'Santa' for a new set of wedges this year. I REALLY dig the Titleist Vokeys, but want to understand better what the different 'bounce' settings are about.

I'm a high-handicapper in Ohio, so I don't get to play year round. My plan is the spend the winter at the indoor golf-dome working on my short game.

I'll be replacing the Callaway X-18 wedges I have now. (P,A,S,L) I'm thinking I'll get a 48, 52, 56, 60, in Oil Can, but that's about as far as I can take it on my own.

Can I get some suggestions on the bounce I should be going for? I'm also clueless on the differences between the model numbers.

Any help is greatly appreciated.

[Everardo]

Well nearly everyone on the TST Staff uses Vokey wedges. Here's a review that Erik did on the Vokey Spin Milled wedges and here's a link to Titleist wedges that describe all their wedges and bounces.



Here's a short article that may help

Understanding "Bounce" by Tom Berry

Bounce or 'bounce angle' is defined as the angle the sole of your wedge creates when compared to the ground. Bounce is a specification usually only referred to when describing wedges. We list the bounce for all of our wedges in the technical specifications box on our individual product pages. What does this mean for your game?
It sounds slightly confusing, but grab a club and put in the address position and you will see the space between the ground and the leading edge of the wedge. It is small, but the bounce angle determines how much space there is. Wedges with very little bounce or a smaller bounce angle are usually designed for approach shots from short grass and tight lies. The smaller angle allows you to get under the ball easier. It is common for sand wedges to have the highest degree of bounce, so the wedge does not dig into the sand but it glides through while displacing the sand. Bounce can play a large part in the performance of the wedge, and is usually based on a golfer's needs and personal preference. To help you determine what wedge is best for you, decide on what degree of bounce will fit your game and course that you are regularly playing.

[DBake]

Well nearly everyone on the TST Staff uses Vokey wedges...

That becuase you all choose to play them or get them at a unbeatable price that you must play them?

[muskegman]

That becuase you all choose to play them or get them at a unbeatable price that you must play them?

I bought the Oil Cans on my own without the help of a sponsorship. But, I'm always open to discounts or free stuff.

[Everardo]

I bought the Oil Cans on my own without the help of a sponsorship. But, I'm always open to discounts or free stuff.

I bought mine before I joined TST but like anyone I'd welcome free or discounted stuff. I may try the Mizuno or Ping Tour wedges next season

[NCGolfer]

That becuase you all choose to play them or get them at a unbeatable price that you must play them?

I bought my 52 from a friend and got the 58 from 2nd swing golf at a

really good price. I had Clevelands before but found the Vokeys to be a bit more consistent. I wouldn't sacrifice my game to hit something to 'promote' it. I've had my 3-wood for about 5 years now and don't see a need to replace it. The same with my irons...

[iacas]

Some of the staff has some free clubs, sure. But I'd be playing my current set of clubs regardless of who was paying for what... and I think you may see that proven in the next month or so...

Doug, did we answer your questions?