Which sand wedge?

Question

I have a titleist vokey 56*\ 10* of bounce ,spin milled sand wedge. I also have a 56*\ 14* bounce Taylormade Rac SW. Both are fairly used but with no face wear, about two hours at the range with both. My range has very bad lies and c**p mats, so i can't get a feel for either. I can control the ball but i would like to know what advantages 14* of bounce has over 10*. When should I use each??

Answer 1

As a general rule, any golfer should play the highest amount of bounce that will suit the purpose.  A higher bounce angle will prevent the wedge from digging in to the turf.  For the average golfer this will help prevent fat shots out of a soft lie (ie, soft fairways, long rough, or the sand).

A golfer with an extremely steep descent, who takes and extremely shallow (or no) divot, or who is highly skilled with a wedge may benefit from a lower bounce angle.

Generally speaking, a lower bounce angle will offer a nominally larger degree of versatility in terms of shot selection (having to do with the ability to the lay the face open).  Again, this is a rule of thumb, not written in stone.

If you'd prefer a wedge that is more likely to be "forgiving" on most of your shots, then I'd go with the 14* bounce.  If you are looking for something with a bit more versatility, but which requires a higher level of skill go with the 10*.

Answer 2

HIgher bounce should be mainly used on soft lies. (sand or even wet/muddy) the bounce will help you keep the blade from digging in and losing force.

Low bounce clubs are better for hardpack, dry fairways etc. Where a high bounce club has a tendency to cause a thin ball hit.

If you are having problems with this (ball takes off at high speed just above the ground) use a low bounce club.

If your problem is to dig in and hit fat (lots of dirt and a much shorter shot than anticipated) use the high bounce club.

Answer 3

The higher the bounce the more the club is likely to not dig into the ground. So if you have a problem chunking the ball, use the rac. If you want to take a divot or create a little more spin, go with the vokey. The tour pros like the vokey better, and its ranked higher in the golf digest rankings, if you trust those.

Answer 4

Which wedge is used where is a matter of preference, feel and most of all, confidence.  I cannot hit my Vokey 56 on a full shot to save my life. Yet, over hazards, at 30 yards and under, I will bet anyone  money, that they will be losers. It would be even better if I loved to practice, which I don't.

Answer 5

They will both have built-in advantages and disadvantages.  Without seeing your game, I couldn't answer the question.  Don't expect to see a huge difference on full or long shots.  Go experiment around the chipping green out of as many different lies as you can find including sand.  You'll have your answer.

Answer 6

the more bounce , the more forgiving . useful heavy roucg , fluffy sand , good fairways . the vokey more of a advanced players wege . hardpan . tiht sand baked fairways . in  the spring higher bounce . if your course is baked with hard fairwys in the summer vokey . you may swap wedges according to conditions . this tip may help , if you will be alternating wedges . matching grips on both makes the switch easier .