What is the best lob wedge degree?

A 60-degree lob wedge is suited for better golfers and is perfect for launching the ball high in the air and having it land softly on the green. This wedge is ideal for hitting shorter chip shots but should not be the choice for full shots from the fairway.

What wedges should a beginner carry?

In our opinion, the best wedge for high handicappers and beginners is a sand wedge. The lob wedge at 60° to 64° loft is perfect for hitting it over bunkers around the green, short bunker shots and within 80 or 90 yards.

What degree wedges do pros use?

Looking at the average configurations and lofts, around 60\% of pro players use a pitching wedge with 46 degrees of loft, with 48 degrees being the second most common loft option. With gap wedges, the 52-degree loft is used by 42\% of players, with 33\% opting for the 50-degree model.

Should high handicappers use a lob wedge?

The Lob Wedge Lob, or high, shots can save high handicappers strokes. High handicappers who have difficulty playing from tight, or bare, lies and who have a propensity for taking large divots should consider carrying a lob wedge in their bags. The lob wedge should have no more than 60 degrees of loft.

Is lob wedge necessary?

Do I need to carry a lob wedge? The short answer to this is no. You don’t need a lob wedge in your bag if you learn how to properly use your sand wedge to achieve the desired loft. Yet, many players feel uncomfortable opening their sand wedge to hit soft, high shots as this decreases versatility.

Do high handicappers need a lob wedge?

High handicappers who have difficulty playing from tight, or bare, lies and who have a propensity for taking large divots should consider carrying a lob wedge in their bags. The lob wedge should have no more than 60 degrees of loft.

Do I need a gap or lob wedge?

2. Know your pitching wedge loft. If it’s 45 degrees or less, add three more wedges that are spaced apart by no more than 4-5 degrees each. 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.

Is a 60 degree lob wedge needed?

People often debate whether a 60 degree lob wedge is needed and my thoughts on the question is that it is a no brainer…make sure you have one in your bag. The 60 degree wedge can be quite versatile and give you the confidence needed to hit the shot that is required on the course.

Are 64-degree wedges difficult to hit?

As a sign of things to come, two of the winners carried 64-degree wedges! Weekend players complain that lob wedges are difficult to hit. Please! If you simply accelerate through impact, a 60-degree wedge is just as easy to hit as a 55. Play the ball in the middle of your stance and go short backswing to long follow.

What is a lob wedge used for in golf?

The trick when playing these types of courses is to use your lob wedge to add loft to your shots around the green. The higher you hit the golf ball, the more you will decrease the amount of roll on the green. Many professional golfers use the lob wedge to add spin to their shots to get shots closer to the hole.

What is the Best Bounce for a lob wedge?

Typically, a bounce of 5-8° is considered best for a lob wedge. This bounce angle is adequate to hit the ball out of hard or wet sand. If your golf course has soft sand, you may need a lob wedge with a higher bounce than the typical range. A bounce of 10-15° works best on soft sand.