Club Times - June 2021

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the club makes contact with the ball. It has a dramatic effect on the player’s ability to make solid contact with the ball on a variety of shots, and as Titleist master wedge maker Bob Vokey puts it “bounce is your friend”. WEDGE BOUNCE EXPLAINED Wedge bounce is the angle that is created between the leading edge and the lowest part of the

trailing edge or sole of the club. Essentially, the higher the bounce number, the higher the leading edge is off the ground. General recommendations for choosing the right wedge bounce for your game:

LOW BOUNCE A wedge is considered low bounce when it has between 4-6 degrees of bounce. These wedges are ideal for firm playing conditions and/or players that have a shallow angle of attack or a “sweeper” swing style. Players with a shallow attack angle typically pick the ball cleanly off the turf and leave very small (if any) divot. Having low bounce wedges allows these players to be precise with a variety of shots around the greens. MID BOUNCE

Mid Bounce wedges typically have between 7-10 degrees of bounce. These wedges are the most versatile of all bounce options and are a reasonably good fit for a majority of players on firm to normal course conditions. These wedges are best suited for players with a moderate angle of attack and a neutral swing style. HIGH BOUNCE High bounce wedges have more than 10 degrees of bounce. These wedges are designed to prevent the leading edge from digging into the turf or sand, so if you have a tendency to chunk pitches and chips, you might consider testing a wedge with a little more bounce. High bounce wedges are ideal for soft or wet turf conditions and soft, fluffy sand. Players who have a digger swing style and a steep angle of attack would often benefit from high bounce wedges.

In summary, saving shots around the green is the secret to lowering your golf score. This is true for players of all playing abilities. In fact, higher handicap players could potentially benefit even more than scratch golfers because they hit fewer greens in regulation in a given round. Therefore, choosing wedges that properly match your swing is critical for golfing success and should not be overlooked or undervalued. Getting fit for wedges can make the game more fun and improves your chances of playing your best!