club selection

[I KyotE I]

I would just like peoples opinion on weather to have a gap long from leaving a 5W out or to have gaps at short by leaving out a Gap. I can't hit a 60 so I would still have something of a gap real close. I would either have no 5W and have 50, 54, 58 or have 5W and have 52 and either 56 or 58. I was just wonering if anyone uses the lack of a 5W for an extra wedge?

[Stacey_E]

Unless you can hit the 3 wood nice and high 4 out of 5 times off the deck, I'd drop it for a wedge and keep the 5 wood. I don't buy into using the 3 wood as a "backup driver". I think it's best to get good with the driver. If you need to play a drive short, make sure you are short enough with a 5 wood. Just my opinion though. With a little honesty, you'll find what's best for you.

[JonnyGolf]

Unless you can hit the 3 wood nice and high 4 out of 5 times off the deck, I'd drop it for a wedge and keep the 5 wood. I don't buy into using the 3 wood as a "backup driver". I think it's best to get good with the driver. If you need to play a drive short, make sure you are short enough with a 5 wood. Just my opinion though. With a little honesty, you'll find what's best for you.

I'd agree with Stacy E on keeping the 5 wood. But, I'd learn how to hit that 60 degree, it should be the best scoring tool in your bag.

[jaggy13]

my playing partner and I have discussions about how important our wedges are almost daily. I actually did exactly what you are asking last year. (took 5 wood out and use 4 wedges. p, 52,56,60)
I am a firm believer that the closer you get to the hole the more important the shot is.
currently I am playing with a 5 wood and all of my wedges but have a gap around a 4 iron.
As for alternate "off the tee" I like a 2 hibrid. keep it low and ussually a very predictable shot.

I still don't hit as many greens as I would like and rely on my wedges around the green to get up and down. I love having all the options I can for pitching or chipping. I don't mind choking down on a 3w or laying up if needed from 225 (my 5 wood gap). On long par 5's my typical birdie seems to be pitch it close and make a put.

[I KyotE I]

I don't know why I didn't think of that. That would work out great as I love 5W. As for the 60* I agree I need to learn it. I think the problem with mine is it is long...Thanks for the input. I will try not having a 3W next round and see where I am at. Thanks again.

[ks8829]

How many green did you hit in your last 3 rounds?

What is your up and down percentage in the last 3 rounds?

Do you feel your up and down percentage would improve with the extra wedge?

I would consider taking the 3 iron out of the bag and keep the 5 wood and wedge in your bag. If you love your 3 iron then take the 4 iron out and choke up with the 3 iron and take some distance off to get the distance of your 4 iron.

[wachesawgolfer]

To me the answer is what is the club you use most for a second shot on a long par four. If its the 20 or the 5w, I would keep those clubs in the bag. To me being able to get to the greens or near them in regulation is a big plus in golf. The 60 is of little value if you cannot consistently get into postion to get up and down to save par or bogie with that club.

[I KyotE I]

My home course par fours are not very long (longest 417 from the tee I play from). Unless I choose to take iron off the tee I don't go longer than a 5I. The par fives are the only time I would use a 3W. That being sad some of the layouts don't give me that and I have to use iron. Longest par 5 plays 580 but legs. my game is slipping since I lost my job and can't play but when I get the money I may take a loss and buy everything and find out what works. I was going to drop the 5 for the simple rason that I hope to swich tees next season. (not the tips. tips make the course over 8k) I guess I have a little time to ponder. As for do I think that my game would improve. honestly I would say maybe not. Like I said it may be that I can't hit a 60* I will try through the winter but if I can't get it I may settle for a 52* and 58* and try to learn better length control. Thanks for all the help and input.

[Jay-Bird]

I'd go with this:

Driver
4wood
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52
56
59
putter

Oh, wait I do go with that.

[Petden]

I have hit a 4 wood, and is pretty nice, what's the angle of a 4W?

[JawjaDawg]

I have hit a 4 wood, and is pretty nice, what's the angle of a 4W?

Depends on the brand, but 16.5-19* is what I generally see.