What Is Wedge Bounce—and Are You Using the Right One?

If your wedge game feels inconsistent—fat shots, thin chips, or unpredictable contact—it might not be a technique problem. It could be your bounce.

Wedge bounce is the angle between the sole of your wedge and the ground. It controls how the club interacts with the turf or sand. Get it right, and your wedge glides through cleanly. Get it wrong, and you’re fighting the turf (or digging trenches).

Here’s what you need to know:

1. Low bounce isn’t always better
   Many players think low bounce gives more “feel,” but it can be punishing if your technique or turf conditions don’t match. If you take steep divots or play on soft ground, a low bounce wedge can cause chunked shots.

2. High bounce helps forgiveness
   Higher bounce is better for players with steep swings, softer turf, or sand play. It helps the club glide through the ground instead of digging in.

3. Your turf and technique should guide the fit
   Do you play mostly firm or soft conditions? Take big divots or shallow ones? Your bounce should match how you interact with the ground—not just what’s on the shelf.

4. Set makeup matters
   Even if you’ve got a solid gap between lofts, your bounce angles might be inconsistent. That can make one wedge feel great and another feel unpredictable.

5. You don’t need to guess
   Wedge fitting doesn’t have to be complicated. We can help match your wedges to your swing, playing conditions, and feel preferences—without overthinking it.

Key takeaway:
Wedge bounce plays a bigger role than most golfers realize. It affects contact, spin, and confidence around the green. If your short game feels off, your wedges—not your swing—might be the issue.

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