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The problem with grooves

The problem with grooves

A lot is made each year of groove technology in Wedges. Sharper, more precise grooves offering even more spin and control. That does rather divert us from the real issue with grooves. They wear. Already after 18 months of average use, the ball is rolling out nearly twice as much as the new Wedge, because of the significant loss of spin. After 36 months the ball is going to roll a considerable distance making it difficult to get short-pitch shots close to flags on the fro

Sharpen your short game - lower your handicap

Sharpen your short game - lower your handicap

If you're a mid, or even higher handicap golfer and you're keen to lower your handicap, the quickest route to that result is to sharpen up your short game around the green. David is a reasonable golfer. He hits down the fairway nicely and gets most approach shots down around the green. Where he struggles is getting the ball close with his short-pitch or chip shot. The control over the ball is not as good as it could be. He almost never sees a "one hop and check" as his bal

Versatility with Vokey

Versatility with Vokey

Add more versatility to your short game with new Titleist Vokey SM6 Wedges. The all new Progressive Centre of Gravity (CG) technology in the Vokey SM6 Wedges aligns the CG of each loft with its specific impact position for improved distance control. "If you're looking to upgrade your short game then you're just in time to take advantage of the many benefits the Titleist Vokey Spin Milled 6 (SM6) Wedges have to offer." Watch the two short videos below for more information on

Three grinds, more options

Three grinds, more options

Callaway Mack Daddy 3 Milled Wedges As you will see in the above image, the Grind on the middle wedge (‘W’ Grind) is wider than the two alternatives (the ‘C’ and ‘S’ Grind). Along with the bounce angle the wider sole width offer ‘more bounce’ (or more sole) to prevent digging. If you've got a moderate angle or sweeping attack the 'S' grind will likely be a good fit. The ‘S’ grind works with a wide range of conditions (normal, soft or firm). It also offers you the ability t

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