around the green

[MS339]

I got a new 60 degree wedge and i try using it around the green but it doesnt work to well. The ball doesnt go to far and im inconsistent with it. Do u think a 56 would be better? or any other degree?

[RandomHero1090]

Re: around the green

I got a new 60 degree wedge and i try using it around the green but it doesnt work to well. The ball doesnt go to far and im inconsistent with it. Do u think a 56 would be better? or any other degree?

You are most likely decelerating into impact. Many people take too much of a backswing and then "guide" the club into impact, slowing the clubhead down. You should take LESS of a backswing and accelerate the club through impact.

You will have the same issues chipping with a 56 as you are having with a 60, because the problem isnt the club, its your swing But don't worry, I got you covered! Getting up and down is my speciality!

Here is a great article on chipping. If I was to give you tips, this article covers them all.

http://www.golf.com/golf/instruction...603819,00.html

Also, and this is me talking, I don't chip with my 60 much. You said "around the green," so I assume you mean chip shots. The 60 will go much shorter distance than a 56 or a PW with the same clubhead speed. The 60 will also roll a lot less.

You have to practice chipping with ALL of your clubs to see how they work for you. I like using my PW, 9 iron and my hybrid for chipping around the greens. My 60 degree is used 90% of the time as a "lob wedge." Get the ball high up in the air with a lot of spin over a short distance to land soft and stop.

60 degree wedge is a great tool, but it might not be the tool for you when it comes to chipping.

[MS339]

Re: around the green

thanks for your help

[AussieGolfBoy]

Re: around the green

like what random hero said.... shorter backswing and more of a follow through.

lob wedge isn't the best club for chipping, but it also depends on the conditions.

you need to practise with this club before you take it out and use it. even if that means spending 20mins before a game one day at the practise range hitting different shots. from full to small chips. this club on it's day can be your best friend or your worse enemy.

i tend to use this club when hitting over bunkers infront of the green 20yards out, or a full shot at about 50m if i wnt it to stop quick. also on lightning quick greens i would use it too.

but if you have a moderate chip or u want some roll. use a SW or PW. hit a sand wedge firm and keep teh ball low in flight, it will still stop as quick as your lob wedge and is easier to hit.

[msklar92]

Re: around the green

agree with above, 60 degree wedges are made for tight pin placements on fast greens - good for touring pros.

[RandomHero1090]

Re: around the green

agree with above, 60 degree wedges are made for tight pin placements on fast greens - good for touring pros.

I use a 60* quite well, and I think someone who understands how to hit short game shots will enjoy having a 58* or more wedge in the bag. I have shot under 80 for the last year very consistently due to my ability to get up and down. The lob wedge has given me the ability to get within 4 feet from some tuff spots.

But, I cannot think of the last time I hit a full shot with my lob wedge. I love my 54* wedge, and use it SO much. You just have to learn how to hit a variety of shots with the same club.

I will agree that TOO many people try cranking on a LW from 90+ yards when they could take a SW or PW and hit a 1/2 shot with much better control.