New Equipment
New Wedges
Add ZIP to Your Game
by Eddie Hall , Equipment Writer
Hopefully , you ’ ve played a few or a lot of rounds these past months . For many , July is when we start looking at our game for areas of improvement . One of the best areas to lower scores is improving the short game ; wedges can help . 2024 could very well prove to be the year to improve your golf game and add some “ zip ” with new wedges . Let ’ s look at a few of your options .
Cleveland RTX Full-Face Wedges line system to enhance the surface friction . This helps maximize the spin in dry conditions but is very helpful when the conditions are wet from anywhere around the green . Increased control of the spin-off of the wedge face is key to scoring when you need to get it close . Available in lofts from 50 to 64 degrees . MSRP : $ 199.99 each .
Titleist Vokey Design SM10 Wedges
HydraZip and UltiZip Groove Technology .
Titleist Vokey Design SM10 Wedges are available in three colors .
Full-Face Grooves .
Cleveland has long been a leader in the wedge market . It recently introduced its new RTX Full-Face 2 Tour Rack Wedges , which feature hosel-to-toe grooves and an extended high-toe design , making it easy to work in those exacting situations . HydraZip spin and UltiZip groove technology are two features that make these wedges stand out . With HydraZip face technology , there is a dynamic blast and laser-milled
Titleist continues its market domination by introducing its Vokey Design SM10 wedges . What makes the Vokey Design SM10 wedges stand out is the number of options available to enable you to get the “ right wedge ” for your game . These options include moving the Center of Gravity ( CG ) around to increase playability and shotmaking , micro-grooves cut in between the grooves to increase spin , and six different sole grinds .
Each groove on SM10 Wedges is individually cut based on the loft and finish , with narrower , deeper grooves in lower lofts ( 46 °– 54 °) and wider , shallower grooves in higher lofts ( 56 °– 62 °). Microgrooves are individually cut between each groove to maximize spin on partial shots .
The six Tour-proven sole grinds — F , S , M , K , D , T — allow golfers to be precisely fit for their swing type ( steep / neutral / shallow ),
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