Is it better to chip with a sand wedge or pitching wedge?

For the average golfer, chipping with a sand wedge should only be used when you need to get the ball over an obstacle. A sand wedge is much more prone to chunking or topping the ball, and is why most golfers should use a gap or pitching wedge in most cases.


Should I chip with pitching wedge or sand wedge?

You should chip with your pitching wedge in most instances, as they are better for shorter-distance shots.

Which wedge is best for chipping?

Sand wedges come in loft degrees that range from 54 to 58, and they can be suitable for a variety of golfing situations that require chipping. However, you can also use a pitching wedge for chip shots if your ball is just off the green, some ten or so yards away, and if the ground to the green is relatively flat.


Can you use a pitching wedge to chip?

The Chip Shot

A pitching wedge can also be very useful for chipping around the green. It's best to experiment with different lofts and clubface orientations to get the trajectory you want, whether it be a low roller or a higher shot with less rollout.

What club should you chip with?

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).


How to choose between a pitching wedge and a sand wedge



Can you use a sand wedge for chipping?

For the average golfer, chipping with a sand wedge should only be used when you need to get the ball over an obstacle. A sand wedge is much more prone to chunking or topping the ball, and is why most golfers should use a gap or pitching wedge in most cases.

What is the easiest wedge to chip with?

PXG Sugar Daddy II Wedge

It's incredible and makes hitting chip shots feel that much easier. In addition, there is a new bounce and grind option for 2022, meaning golfers have another option when it comes to getting a wedge that's right for their technique.

What is the best chipping technique?

Swing the club back with your chest and shoulders by turning slightly to the inside. Trying to hit the ball will cause you to get too handsy and flip at the ball. A chip shot has very little wrist action. If you do hinge your right wrist slightly on the way back, keep that slight hinge as you swing through impact.


Is it better to chip or pitch?

If you are close to the green without the need to carry the ball over any trouble you should almost always choose a chip shot. If however you do need to carry the ball, or to get it to stop more quickly near a difficult pin placement, a pitch shot is better.

What is the rule of 12 in chipping?

The rule of 12 is a golf chipping technique that explains the exact relationship between the loft on a golf club and the amount of roll you will get on a chip shot. We use 12 yards as the total distance we want the ball to carry on the chip.

What is the most forgiving grind on a wedge?

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.


Should you chip with a 60 degree wedge?

When To Use A 60 Degree Wedge. A 60-degree lob wedge is suited for better golfers and is perfect for launching the ball high in the air and having it land softly on the green. This wedge is ideal for hitting shorter chip shots but should not be the choice for full shots from the fairway.

Can you hit a flop shot with a sand wedge?

I recommend taking your most-lofted club (a sand wedge or a lob wedge) for the shot. Depending on the trajectory you envision for the shot, you can open or close your clubface and stance accordingly. Remember to re-grip your club after opening the face.

Can you hit a flop shot with a pitching wedge?

“You always play a flop shot with your most lofted club in the bag. For most golfers that is either a 56-, 58-, 60-degree wedge.” Even the most experienced golfers will not be able to get the desired shot with a pitching wedge. So don't try it.


Can you flop with a sand wedge?

In order to hit a great flop shot, you need to select the correct stick from your bag. Pretty simple choice. You want as much loft as possible. For most golfers, this will be a sand wedge or a lob wedge.

How can I make my chipping more accurate?

10 basic tips that can help golfers chip better than ever
  1. Be in proper posture. ...
  2. Tweak your stance and setup. ...
  3. Understand ball-turf interaction. ...
  4. Understand your chipping stroke. ...
  5. Develop your feel. ...
  6. Adjust your ball position. ...
  7. Calibrate your distance control. ...
  8. Practice with an alignment rod.


Should you use wrists when chipping?

One of the worst things you can do when chipping is use your wrists to “lift” the ball into the air. Good chippers know that the loft of the club — not your hands or wrists — is what gets the ball airborne. As a result, they tend to keep their wrists passive and, more importantly, their left wrist flat.


Do you move your legs when chipping?

Let your body rotate forward on chip shots. This helps you make a descending strike and hit the ball before you hit the ground. It gets your weight to your front foot and keeps the shaft leaning toward the target at impact—all things you see in great chippers.

How far should a beginner hit a sand wedge?

How Far Does The Average Person Hit A Sand Wedge? On average, recreational golfers hit their sand wedge 88 yards (full shot), but the range can be between 70 and 110 yards. Most golfers don't take a full swing with their sand wedge, and since that's the case, your distance could be less.

What wedges should a 20 handicapper carry?

Best Wedges for Beginners and High Handicappers for 2022
  • Cleveland CBX Zip Core.
  • Callaway Mack Daddy CB.
  • Callaway Sure Out 2.
  • Cleveland CBX Full Face.
  • Cleveland Smart Sole 4.
  • Titleist Vokey SM9.
  • TaylorMade Milled Grind 3.
  • King Cobra with Snakebite Grooves.


What 3 wedges should I carry?

Most players tend to carry three wedges — a pitching, sand and lob wedge. But if you add a gap wedge, you're already at four. And if you don't need that extra long iron, it's possible you can carry a fifth wedge so you have the right wedge no matter where you play.