What degree wedges should I carry

[Supermanwoot]

Currently I have a 46*PW, 50*AW and 60*SW. I think 46,50,54,58-60 would be the best combo.

[dkinser86]

I play a 47* PW, 50*, 54* and 58* Vokey's (as seen in my signature). I like the way it plays. I spent a lot of time opening up the 58* for shots between 80 and 30 yards, so I don't really have a need for a 60*. I really like this set up.

It's all a matter of personal preference. I would like to see a constant gap between the all clubs, but it is especially important for the scoring clubs. Having such a large gap can contribute to missing some scoring opportunities. It is a thought like this that is often overlooked by players.

[enis750]

i rock a 52, & 56 abover the PW (which i think is a 47 or 48 degree)
works well for me...thinking about a 60, but not sure how bad i need it

[Supermanwoot]

thinking about a 60, but not sure how bad i need it

You probably don't need one. Its use is really questionable unless I'm hitting out of a greenside bunker or I have no green to work with and need to drop in right on the pin and that never works out anyway lol. Can't even use it for chipping very much because the loft is too high I find myself chipping with a AW/PW or 9I half the time anyway unless the hole is right next to me.

I just keep the T Dubs because I'm solid with it out of greenside bunkers for putting it close. It was a gift and my first SW and even though its scuffed up, I don't think I could part ways with it.

[dkinser86]

i rock a 52, & 56 abover the PW (which i think is a 47 or 48 degree)

I have to disagree with the post above. I believe you could find a lot of use, and be more versatile in more situations with a high lofted, low bounce wedge. Depending on the shot, it could really come in handy.

[mdvaldosta]

I'd remove the 58 or 60 and carry a 52. Personally, I only carry a 52 and 58 and that's plenty of wedge for most people when you can peg your 1/2 and 3/4 distances with both. A 3/4 52 will take care of your 56 for example and a 58 is more than enough loft for me (since I hit the ball quite high), In fact I get more height on my 52 than most do with a 56 or 60. So do what's right for you, but also don't short yourself out of a gap between a 3w and a 3I/3H either.

[mc0388]

if you want to keep the 58 get it bent to 60 then get a 52 and keep the sw

Great idea. (sucks because the 58* has 58* stamped on the sole).... Oh well

[enis750]

I have to disagree with the post above. I believe you could find a lot of use, and be more versatile in more situations with a high lofted, low bounce wedge. Depending on the shot, it could really come in handy.

im pretty good w the ol 56º around the greens

1/4 to 3/4 shots i know the distances to a tee..only trouble is, my MAX is 85-90yds w it i see some dudes use their 60º up to 110! which is crazy to me after 90yds (depending on wind etc.) thats where my gap fills in - from 90+ to about 115yds i rarely find myself in that range, i try to play to a sand wedge or PW distance if i can find i have more control the 60º might come in handy on those tight greenside bunkers w higher lips hmm..maybe it's on the x-mas list??? :)

[WUTiger]

I use 56* 58* and 60* wedges. I noticed I have a large gap in distances between my PW 135 yds and my 56* 90-100yds. Is this yardage gap necessary to fill? I rarely find myself at that distance, but I am <100yds a lot

Any chance you could choke down on your PW 1/4 inch to cover that 110- yard distance? You have three wedges only two degrees apart, but they're from different companies and combine to give you a good yardstick progression in close. Let us know what you decide. This was a very interesting post!

[mc0388]

Any chance

Practice time is very limited for me (my 6 month old son Jaxon is my picture) and I dont think I have time to hone in 1/2 and 3/4 swings that will be effective, I prefer 100% swings, so figuring my distances with a choke down could be a possibility.

Since posting this thread, I have considered many different options, odd enough that I have lost sleep over the matter. Coming to a realization that wedges should have an even separation of lofts meaning (as Dub eluded): my S59 PW has a loft of 47* and I also have 56*, 58*, and 60* which leaves a large gap of 9* between the 47* and 56*. My figuring is that I should carry a 52* 56* and 60* that compliments my 47* S59 PW. So now I need to buy another club (52*)! Argh, my wife is going to kill me?#$@ My theory for buying golf clubs to date has been to ignore the name of the manufacture and buy simply what I hit the best. I think that is evident by looking at my bag. SO, is it worth having all my wedges from the same OEM?

[Happy Dragon]

Since posting this thread, I have considered many different options, odd enough that I have lost sleep over the matter. Coming to a realization that wedges should have an even separation of lofts meaning (as Dub eluded):

Yes, but most importantly, continuity with your grips and shafts. Predictability with your scoring clubs is very important. It's tough to resist what's on sale and looks good in the store.

[JimmyAyo]

yes 52 degree gap wedge. Sell your 58 though, no need to have 5 wedges

Exactly my thought...If you have a 60, why a 58? Or vice versa depending on your ability. A Gap Wedge (52) is definitely a stick you want to consider in this situation since you have such a yardage difference between your Pitching Wedge and Sand Wedge.

You either have the softest hands in the world or the touch of an angel on your approach. My bag includes a PW (47), GW (52), SW (56) and LW (60) with minimal bounce on all of them. I am a very long hitter and it is crucial I have a complete set of wedges that are appropriate for all situations.

[mikelz]

I use 56* 58* and 60* wedges. I noticed I have a large gap in distances between my PW 135 yds and my 56* 90-100yds. Is this yardage gap necessary to fill? I rarely find myself at that distance, but I am <100yds a lot

Yep, I have a thought.

As others have said, the 58 and 60 are so close that you are essentially carrying the same club twice. You could ditch one of those unless you have some shots you developed for those specific clubs. Your PW is around 48 degrees or so. That's the big gap. My PW distance maxes out around 125 but I can make it a 100 yard max by gripping down to the end of the grip and/or opening the face. I settled on these: PW =< 120 51* =< 100 54* =< 85 56* =< 75

[leezer99]

Just go in 4 degree increments... say your PW is 47*, I'd go with a 50*, 54* 58* and 62*. (yes, I know that's only 3* between your PW and 50* but it's pretty close)

[sean_miller]

Practice time is very limited for me (my 6 month old son Jaxon is my picture) and I dont think I have time to hone in 1/2 and 3/4 swings that will be effective, I prefer 100% swings, so figuring my distances with a choke down could be a possibility.

Alternatively you could add one wedge and remove two. Net change = 1 less wedge.

If you practice with the 58* wedge you can hit any lob/pitch/knockdown that the 56* or 60* can do. Add a 52* wedge and put in similar practice as with the 58*. There will be no gaps.

[WUTiger]

Look at the bright side. Twelve years from now when Jaxon asks you, "Daddy, what wedge mix should I have," you can pull up this blog!

[mc0388]

Yes, but most importantly, continuity with your grips and shafts. Predictability with your scoring clubs is very important. It's tough to resist what's on sale and looks good in the store.

I regrip all my clubs to match, and usually dont care whats on sale, I hit everything, if I hit a used club better than a new one, ill buy it.

I do agree that I should have continuity with my wedges however. So Im thinking of buying a 52* Ping M/B and storing the eye2 SW that I love so much. That way all my wedges are the M/B's (Ill just have to practice a lot out of the sand with them)

[cfuller03]

I have PW (I think 48*, part of the iron set) then 52, 56 and 60 (Upswing). I mostly use the 52* 60-100 yds and then the 56 inside 60. The only time I break out the 60 is if I need to get the ball up in the air and fast... or I'm chipping onto an downhill green. I got really comfortable with 1/2-3/4 swings when I only used a PW, so I tend to club up and shorten my swing on the approach. I only do a full swing when I'm 175+ yds out.

Before a few months ago, I only used a PW, and it worked well. Everyone's game is different, just stay within your comfort-zone and you'll be good.