Which wedgecombo?

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By IHovde

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  1. I have been playing golf for about a year now and slowly improving. Splashed the cash on 3 wedges this fall(50.08, 54.10s and recently 58.12k). Since I am planning to get a new set of irons in a few months, probably the AP1, I am wondering if my wedges are the optimal combination. If I buy the AP1 5-P+W1, would not a 52+58 be better? Both in terms of number of clubs in the bag and margins of error. The w1 will be used for full shots, but with my skills and repertoar, full shots with specialistwedges are not always successfull. So I am considering switching the 50 and 54 in for a 52.12. Sadly, because I really line the s-grind.

    Any suggestions?

    (Yes, I know a fitting would solve it, but I live in norway and it is not Titleist first priority)

  2. Ben A

    Ben A
    Los Gatos, CA

    Honestly, a fitting will not solve that for you. Time and trying different things over time, is really the only thing to work. Otherwise it's just someoen telling you what works for them or someone else.

    So, I'll tell you what I have done since I have always tweaked my wedges in search of perfection.

    I have had:

    PW(46 or 47), 52, 58 (long ago, but after that found a 60 and fell in love, realized I cannot live without a 60).
    PW(47), 52,56,60
    PW(46), 50, 55(54 bent to 55), 60
    PW(47), 51(50 bent to 51),55(54 bent to 55),60 [set I have now]

    The bottom line is that you need to figure out your own game, figure out the shots you both like to hit and are good at hitting and then go from there. I've also learned that wedges need to me replaced more often than any other club as over time the grooves will wear and the ball's reaction will change. So, if you like putting spin on the ball, you need newer wedges. I've found that my 60 wears out in around 7 or 8 months and then I deal with it for a few more.

    I'd recommend hitting your irons and then filling the gaps you need to fill to hit a variety of shots within 100-120 yards from the green.
  3. Samuel  C

    Samuel C
    Phoenix, AZ

    IHovde said:

    I have been playing golf for about a year now and slowly improving. Splashed the cash on 3 wedges this fall(50.08, 54.10s and recently 58.12k). Since I am planning to get a new set of irons in a few months, probably the AP1, I am wondering if my wedges are the optimal combination. If I buy the AP1 5-P+W1, would not a 52+58 be better? Both in terms of number of clubs in the bag and margins of error. The w1 will be used for full shots, but with my skills and repertoar, full shots with specialistwedges are not always successfull. So I am considering switching the 50 and 54 in for a 52.12. Sadly, because I really line the s-grind.

    Any suggestions?

    (Yes, I know a fitting would solve it, but I live in norway and it is not Titleist first priority)

    Hi IHovde,

    That's an interesting question. But as you mentioned, you were looking to get the AP1 5-P + W1 (which is 47*), you could simply have your 50* wedge that you currently have to 51* and your 58* bent to 57*. If you wanted to save some $$ that is, instead of buying a whole new wedge.

    If you were to take your 50* and bend it to 51*, you would have a 4* gap between W1 (47*) and your new 51* and then there would be a 6 gap between your 51* and 57* (58* bent to 57*), just as if you were to have added a 52* & 58* (6 * gap).

    But just remember that if you were to go that route, when you adjust the loft on wedges (or any club), the bounce will be (slightly) affected.

    That is just one option to keep using what you currently have since you just bought them, but spending just a little $$ to get the loft adjusted, instead of purchasing a new wedge or wedges.

    Let us know what you end up doing.
  4. Gary D

    Gary D
    Cranston, RI

    I have the AP1's with a 48 degree W1 wedge. The only other wedge I carry is a vokey 56 bent to 55. I own a vokey 50, 52 and 60 but don't use them. Have discovered that getting really good with the 48 and 56 is more important than carrying a bag of wedges. I haven't run into any shot I can't handle with these two wedges and simplify is my mantra when it comes to golf. Don't try to get too cute, you will pay the price with double and triple bogeys.
  5. My setup looks like 48' F Grind, 52' F Grind, 56' M Grind, 60' M Grind.
    Although I don't need as many wedges as I carry, I find myself inside 145 a lot so I like the options I get with the setup. As Gary mentioned, I struggled with trying to be too creative whenever I was between yardages. I would recommend you make a mental note or think about what yardages you have most frequently or yardages you struggle with and find a wedge with a versatile grind (S, M, F) that goes the right distance for you. Cheers
  6. MADGOLFER

    MADGOLFER
    HENDERSON, NV

    Of the 3 wedges you mentioned, which one is your must keep?? If you won't miss any of them , then get the 5 thru PW..then try sm6 wedges at 52°, 56°, 60° ..that being said you really won't know until play them. You might end up only carrying 2 wedges.. PW & SW,, I've seen it recently and the guy was a legit 3 handicap..its going totake time, patience and $$$$$ to find that combination..good luck..hit'em straight...madgolfer

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