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A pitching wedge should be used when on the fairway or rough for approach shots, or when doing some higher trajectory short pitch shots around the green. They are great for creating spin and distance, while also giving you the control you need to keep your short game tight and accurate.
How far out do you use a pitching wedge?
Distance. Men typically hit their pitching wedge from 100 to 140 yards, depending on their skill level, while women hit the same club from 70 to 120 yards. Beginners often find they do not achieve these distances, but their distances will increase as their swing improves.
What is a pitching wedge good for?
The pitching wedge is often the final and most lofted club in most modern iron sets. Pitching wedges are generally in the range of 44 to 48 degrees loft and used for hitting the longest wedge shots into a green. Pitching wedges are also quite handy for short pitch and run shots around the green.
Can you use a full swing with your pitching wedge?
For me, a full swing with a pitching wedge flies 140 yards, and a full lob wedge goes 90. But with wedges, never get loose at the top. Think short and wide. Your goal is to produce a consistent amount of power, not maximum power.
Do I need a sand wedge and a pitching wedge?
Most golfers agree that a sand wedge is essential in your bag. As your experience and skills grow you can look at other wedges but to start with one should have at least a pitching wedge and a sand wedge.
How far does Dechambeau hit each club?
GOLF’s Playing Editor, Bryson DeChambeau, seems to have gained more distance every time we see him. It wasn’t long ago that we were impressed when he touched driver ball speeds over 190 mph.More videos on YouTube. Club Yardage MPH (ball) 47 degree 161 129 PW 173 136 9 iron 193 144 8 iron 210 150.
How many wedges should a beginner carry?
Most players tend to carry three wedges — a pitching, sand and lob wedge. But if you add a gap wedge, you’re already at four. And if you don’t need that extra long iron, it’s possible you can carry a fifth wedge so you have the right wedge no matter where you play.
Can you use a 9 iron as a pitching wedge?
As you move through your bag from the short-irons to the pitching wedge, you won’t feel a great deal of difference. The 9-iron and the wedge are very similar as you would expect two adjacent clubs in the bag to be. The wedge should be slightly easier to hit, and of course go a little less distance.
Is a 52 degree wedge a pitching wedge?
Golfers who have a 52-degree wedge in their bag typically have a pitching wedge that’s between 47-48 degrees. Just like a 50-degree, a 52 wedge will be used for full shots from the fairway or for chip shots where you need both height and roll.
Why do my wedges go so high?
Most likely you are backing up as you hit them. Instinctively we often fall back feeling like we have to help or scoop wedge shots up into the air. Realize that they will go high because of the loft on the face. To hit good crisp wedge shots that spin you need to make sure that you are hitting down through the ball.
Why do I thin my wedges?
Generally speaking, a thin or fat shot is caused by having your swing center too far behind the ball at impact. This error causes your club to bottom out too far behind the ball and will cause you to hit the ground first (a fat shot) or hit the top of the ball (a thin shot).
Do pros use a sand wedge?
80% of the top 100 PGA Tour golfers use 4 wedges with the other 20% using 3. The most common wedge set up used by 51% is a pitching wedge that matches their irons, & 3 specialist wedges including a gap wedge ranging from 50° to 52°, a sand wedge from 54° to 58° degrees & a lob wedge from 58° to 63°.
What kind of wedges should I carry?
So generally think about putting in a gap wedge that’s 48 or 50 degrees, a sand wedge that’s between 54 and 56 degrees, and a lob wedge that’s between 58 and 60 degrees. These are general guidelines, make sure you’re working with your fitter to get the gapping that works best for you.
How far should you hit a 7 iron?
What Distance Does the Average Golfer Hit a 7 Iron? A standard amateur golfer can hit a 7 iron from 128 yards to 158 yards. The lower range will be for women and senior golfers. To hit the ball over 150 yards in total distance with a 7 iron club, an amateur golfer will have to have a good swing and be physically fit.
How far does DeChambeau hit his pitching wedge?
PW: 160 yards. 47-degree wedge: 145 yards. 53-degree wedge: 127 yards. 58-degree wedge: 110 yards.
How far does Bryson DeChambeau hit his 7 iron?
He reportedly can hit his 7 iron 205 yards which is further than most average golfers can hit their drivers! WOW!.
How far does Phil Mickelson hit his clubs?
PGA Tour professional Phil Mickelson claims that a hot day can change the distance of his 7-iron from 175-yards to 185-yards. It is not important that a nine-iron hits the ball a specific distance.
