What club is similar to a pitching wedge?

Today, the other two wedges that are common are: Gap wedge: So-named because it falls in-between the pitching wedge and sand wedge in loft. The gap wedge has more loft than a PW, less loft than a SW. Lob wedge: Usually the highest-lofted club a golfer will carry.

What to use if you dont have a pitching wedge?

S – Sand Wedge As the name suggests, its main function is to get you out of the dreaded bunkers or sand traps. Apart from that, it is used for shorter approach shots. It is always easier to have consistency with a full swing than trying for a reduced swing with a pitching wedge when you are closer.

Is a 10 iron the same as a pitching wedge?

Technically speaking, a 10-iron is one club shorter than a 9-iron. The 10-iron has the same lof as a pitching wedge. But the pitching wedge is a bit heavier and has a more pronounced bounce angle which makes it more versatile than the 10-iron and is why the 10-iron has all but disappeared.

What club is below a pitching wedge?

Gap wedge. Like its name suggests, the gap wedge is used to fill in the gap between a pitching wedge and a sand wedge. A gap wedge usually has a loft of between 51 and 54 degrees. Gap wedges don’t typically come with a standard set of clubs, but can be purchased separately.

Is an approach wedge necessary?

If you need an approach wedge to fill the gap between your PW and SW—you feel you need more precision in your scoring clubs and approaches into the green—an approach wedge is a good buy. If you don’t carry a sand wedge, then add 4 to 6 degrees to your PW loft and look for approach wedges in that range.

What number iron is a pitching wedge?

9-iron = 120 yards. Pitching wedge = 110 yards. Sand wedge = 90 yards.

What does P mean on golf club?

A pitching wedge is a wedge used to hit a shot with higher and shorter trajectory than a 9-iron and a lower and longer trajectory than a gap wedge.

What club should I use for chipping?

For a basic chip, use a 52- to 56-degree wedge. Play the ball center, and get your weight forward so your left shoulder is over your left foot. Your trunk is the heaviest part of your body, so that’s what you should move forward, not the hips (above right).

What wedges does Tiger use?

Wedges: TaylorMade MG2 TW/MT Grind (56-12, 60-11) Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400.