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crompy Newbie

crompy

Hi all

Im a 20 handicaper and have just bought a set of Ping G20 SW-5.  I have been lovin them since i have had them and they have def helped my game and scores!

The only issue is with my wedges for the shorter shots just out from the green im finding the PW (45 degree) is going to far.  I changed down to the SW (54 degree) and this was ok for a bit but think i need something inbetween the 2 that im confident with.

Had a go on my mates 52 degree ping wedge and it felt nice, so im now wondering whether to get a 50 or 52 degree wedge to help inbetween? Have my eye on a cleveland cg14 52 second hand to try, but now sure if a 50 degree would be better.

SO.......any advice would be more than welcome!!!

What should i get loft wise and any tips on whats good?

MANY THANKS in advance.


Blacksheep Established Member

Blacksheep

It really does matter how much green you have to work with and slope between you and the hole. I think a 54* is a really good loft for alot of shots around the green. I have a 50*,54*, and 60* in my bag.

WUTiger Incredible Member

WUTiger

  Timothy Voyles said:
Originally Posted by Timothy Voyles

Ping offers a "U" wedge. It is a 50* and is what you're looking for.

Also, be aware that the space between shaft lengths is different for Ping wedges and numbered irons (this is case with most clubmakers).

Shaft length difference between numbered irons is 1/2". But, for G20: 9i to PW is only 1/4", and then the PW and UW have same shaft length of 35.5", and UW to SW and SW to LW is 1/4" difference. So, you will have a lesser distance gaps between wedges than between numbered irons.

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