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what's the best sand wedge?

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Sat, Feb 2 2013 11:33 AM (9 replies)
  • ebme
    4 Posts
    Fri, Feb 1 2013 5:54 PM

    any tips on the best wedge (around 60 yd range) for getting maximum backspin on the ball out of a green bunker?

    i.e., if you're hitting out of a bunker from around 15-20 yds away from the green, what's the best shot and best wedge recommended for maximum ball stopping/backspin?

    thx

  • mohuyu
    891 Posts
    Fri, Feb 1 2013 6:16 PM

    The Cleveland CG16 64° Wedge (L80+) is rated 60yds and has the highest spin and precision.

    The type of shot you would use out of a bunker depends heavily on the lie %, the level of the ball with respect to the green, the green speed, and the slope of the green. It is possible to hit a pitch shot from 15-20%, or even 30-40%, but this shot is not advisable if the ball lies below the green or if green slopes downward as the ball is unlikely to stop quickly. A flop shot often has the greatest stopping power from green-side bunkers. Using the Cleveland 64° or 60° wedges, I usually add 3-5yds from 15-20 and 10yds from 30-40 on full-spin flop shots. I would not recommend using any club rated longer than 60° to flop out of a bunker, and would instead advise to play a punch shot with full backspin, compensating similar distance for 15-20 and 30-40 lies as you would with a flop-shot. Full shots can also be played with any wedge or short iron from lies below and including 30-40%.

  • ebme
    4 Posts
    Fri, Feb 1 2013 7:06 PM

    awesome answer!

    thank you, my friend.

    I have puzzled over how to make these shots, but now I have cut and pasted your answer to my blog post so I can put your advice into practice.

    Thanks again!

     

  • JackTaylor
    225 Posts
    Fri, Feb 1 2013 7:38 PM

    You gave me some points to ponder. I will try some oft these suggestionsTY

    I have the ATV wedges and they are pretty awesome too.

  • TracyMax
    2,361 Posts
    Fri, Feb 1 2013 8:15 PM

    mohuyu:

    The Cleveland CG16 64° Wedge (L80+) is rated 60yds and has the highest spin and precision.

    The type of shot you would use out of a bunker depends heavily on the lie %, the level of the ball with respect to the green, the green speed, and the slope of the green. It is possible to hit a pitch shot from 15-20%, or even 30-40%, but this shot is not advisable if the ball lies below the green or if green slopes downward as the ball is unlikely to stop quickly. A flop shot often has the greatest stopping power from green-side bunkers. Using the Cleveland 64° or 60° wedges, I usually add 3-5yds from 15-20 and 10yds from 30-40 on full-spin flop shots. I would not recommend using any club rated longer than 60° to flop out of a bunker, and would instead advise to play a punch shot with full backspin, compensating similar distance for 15-20 and 30-40 lies as you would with a flop-shot. Full shots can also be played with any wedge or short iron from lies below and including 30-40%.

    Good advice though I've found that a 30%-40% lie can be "iffy" and come up short  with a flop shot. 40% or greater just about calls for a punch . Just my 2-cents worth. As far as what wedge, I still use my level 41 and 42 Pings with good results. Best advice I can give is find a wedge you are comfortable with,( and afford the Cleveland's are pricey), and learn how they react on different courses and shots.

  • courteneyfish
    15,796 Posts
    Fri, Feb 1 2013 9:37 PM

    Cheese and pickle.

  • mohuyu
    891 Posts
    Sat, Feb 2 2013 3:31 AM

    The ATV's are fine clubs, I happen to prefer 50 and 75yd rated clubs over 80/60. I suggested the Cleveland wedge because the OP has two Cleveland wedges in his bag. You're more likely to be consistent when playing clubs with similar charecteristics.

  • nickuk
    967 Posts
    Sat, Feb 2 2013 5:53 AM

    courteneyfish:

    Cheese and pickle.

    Heh....is that on rye?

    A club sand wedge....

  • 21as21111
    170 Posts
    Sat, Feb 2 2013 6:17 AM

    looks like new tee and awesome green ball ... :>)

  • nickuk
    967 Posts
    Sat, Feb 2 2013 11:33 AM

    Newest nike ball on WGT!

    I use a snake-eye....dunno why....just do...always have!

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