What loft is a dual wedge?
All Those Wedges Wedges and their names and purposes by Mark Blakemore, PGA Professional
| Name | Abbreviation | Common loft and/or description |
|---|---|---|
| Dual Wedge | D, DW | 52-54, as in dual-purpose, like gap wedge |
| Equalizer | E | 46-50, same as pitching wedge |
| Fairway Wedge | F, FW | Probably same as gap wedge |
| Gap Wedge | G, GW | 52 |
What 2 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.
Is an A wedge the same as a gap wedge?
With pitching wedges typically lofted from 42 to 46 degrees, the gap wedge is so-called because it closes the “gap” in loft between the pitching wedge and sand wedge. A typical gap wedge might might be lofted from 48 to 54 degrees. The gap wedge also goes by the names A-wedge, attack wedge and approach wedge.
What Wedge do pros chip with?
Learn To Pitch With Your Sand Wedge. If you want to be a better player, copy what better players do. When tour pros need to hit a greenside shot that stops quickly, they almost always grab a club with a lot of loft. They make the ball stop by hitting it high more than trying to spin it.
How much does a sand wedge cost?
Wedges- $100 Per Wedge As you become more skilled with your golf wedges, most golfers elect to choose one of the following wedge combinations: Option 1: 52 degree (gap wedge) 56 degree (sand wedge)
Can you use a 60 degree wedge as a sand wedge?
Can you use a 60 degree wedge in the sand? Absolutely! If you have a longer bunker or sand shot, then utilizing a 50, 52, 54, or 56 is perfectly fine, but on those short, difficult sand shots, get your 60 degree wedge out and splash it out of the sand.
Do pros use 60-degree wedges?
For professional golfers, a 60-degree lob wedge around the green could be classified as a surgical scalpel. Many pros—most notably Phil Mickelson—have built their reputations on the ability to hit miraculous recovery shots with these higher-lofted clubs.