Are Vokey wedges the best?

The Vokey SM8 are certainly some of the most forgiving wedges in the entire Vokey lineup. While not quite game-improvement irons, they will still serve the needs of mid to high handicappers. The Vokey SM8 wedges have tungsten weighting that has been pushed closer to the face of each club.

Are Vokey wedges worth it?

Developed by the gifted hands of Bob Vokey and with input from Titleist tour staff, the variety of grinds and lofts allows golfers to dial in the SM8 wedges that will best benefit their game. And for those who enjoy a little personalized flair, or desire customization, Wedgeworks is worth the experience.

Are Vokey wedges hard to hit?

Titleist Vokey SM9 Wedge

In testing, we found it very easy to square-up on full shots and deliver excellent consistency of spin and flight from closer to the green.

How long do Vokey wedges last?

The first question I asked Woody was how long a golfer could expect a wedge to last. Titleist has done tests with their Vokey wedges that suggest 75 rounds is when you will see a significant decline in performance.

Which Vokey wedge is most forgiving?

K-Grind. The highest bounce wedge in the lineup, the K Grind is the ultimate bunker club and the most forgiving wedge in the lineup for all shots.

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Can high handicappers use Vokey wedges?

The Vokey SM8 wedges feature spin-milled grooves that create acute spin control and progressive CG placement for optimal launch. The CG's of the wedges in this set are also set slightly forward to increase MOI. This is the main feature that makes these wedges so congenial for high handicappers and beginners.

What Vokey wedges do pros use?

Of the 380 different wedges used by the top 100 PGA Tour golfers 44% are made by Titleist. The next most popular brand is PING whose clubs account for 17% of the wedges used with Callaway wedges making up 15%. The most popular individual pitching, gap, sand & lob wedge is Titleist's Vokey Design SM8.

Do Vokey wedges rust?

The Titleist Vokey Design SM8 wedges are available in four finishes: Tour Chrome, Brushed Steel, Jet Black and Raw finish. The Jet Black will rust as the dark finish wears, while the Raw wedges will rust more quickly with exposure to air and moisture.

Do Rusty wedges spin more?

Rusty wedges do not offer an increased amount of spin compared to wedges with a plated, finished coating. Many golfers prefer the look and appearance of a rusted wedge because it minimizes the suns glare at address and allows a better feel for the grind of the club. This question of spin has always intrigued golfers.

What wedges does Justin Thomas use?

Thomas carries four wedges in 47, 52, 57 and 60.5. The first three are Titleist Vokey SM9' (opens in new tab)s but the lob wedge is a WedgeWorks design. According to Titleist's Aaron Dill, that speaks to how quickly JT wears out the grooves in different clubs.

What wedge do pros chip with?

The sand wedge is the wedge that is the best for chipping. With a sand wedge, you can fly the ball reasonably close to the pin, and expect it only to roll a few feet.

Are Vokey wedges considered blades?

What is a Blade Wedge? Ever salivated over a smokin' hot Titleist Vokey wedge? That's what you would call a traditional blade wedge. While blade irons are generally considered difficult to hit, blade wedges, because of their shorter lengths and higher lofts, are still used by most golfers.

What bounce do pros use?

A club that has a bounce of 10° or above is called a high bounce wedge. PGA professionals commonly use low-bounce wedges as it gives them better versatility in their shots, but these have a smaller margin for error.

Why are Vokey wedges cast?

It allows for a lower centre of gravity and improved feel. Cast Irons are made by pouring the hot metal into a cast and is a relatively new way of doing things. Casted Wedges are great for improvers with enhanced forgiveness and larger sweet spots.

Do Vokey wedges spin?

"It's not spin, it's CG." @VokeyWedges explores new frontiers with the SM8 wedge. It's January and it's been two years since the last one. The timing is right for Vokey SM8 wedges.

Do Tour pros use raw wedges?

So you won't be temporarily blinded by the sun's reflection, as can happen with chrome-finished wedges. Many Tour pros and better players prefer raw wedges that, over time, experience some corrosion which keeps the face roughness fairly high.

Will Coke remove rust from golf clubs?

Pour the Coke into the bottom of the bucket on the club heads. When the Coke settles down, you will want it to soak for several hours. Letting the golf clubs soak for at least four hours or so will give the Coke time to work cleaning the rust off the clubs without you having to scrub them.

Why do TaylorMade wedges rust?

Rusting generally happens within the natural cadence of playing golf. You hit a shot, clean your wedge and happen to store it while it's still wet – that will create rust over time. Or you play in wet conditions and don't completely dry your wedge after the round.

Who is Bob Vokey?

Born in Montreal and raised in Verdun, Que., Vokey has become one of the world's foremost wedge designers and trusted short game advisor to many of the modern game's greatest golfers. His innovative designs have made Titleist Vokey wedges a trusted brand among golfers of every age and skill level.

Do all SM8 wedges rust?

The SM8 Jet Black all black setup is available online or in golf shops. *Jet Black wedges are raw and will show rust over time.

Who plays Titleist Vokey wedges?

The Titleist Vokey Design WedgeWorks Wedge is played by multiple players among the top PGA Tour Players right now with 4 tour pros currently carrying it in their bag, including Justin Thomas, Tom Hoge, and Ian Poulter.

What wedges does Brooks koepka use?

Koepka has the new Cleveland RTX ZipCore Tour Rack Raw wedges in play. Having played Cleveland wedges when he was a kid, the biggest part about getting comfortable with his new wedges was figuring out the right sole grind for his turf interaction.

What wedges do Tiger Woods use?

He's still using his TaylorMade MG2 TW grind wedges (56 and 60 degrees) and the Scotty Cameron GSS Newport 2 prototype putter that he's used to win 14 of his 15 majors, as well. He'll also continue using the Bridgestone Tour B XS 2022 prototype golf ball that he debuted at the 2021 PNC Championship.