Jon Diamond Posted March 1, 2022 Share Posted March 1, 2022 hey all! I am looking to potentially upgrade my wedges. I play the Callaway Mack Daddy CB's and I am wanting to know how often you switch out your wedges? Everyone is different so I thought i'd open up the chat! Shankopotomous and Albatrass 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NC Golfer Posted March 1, 2022 Share Posted March 1, 2022 I play them for years. Also, I have a MD CB 56 degree and think I made a mistake not getting the CBX2. The MD CB's are ok for chipping. But, lack feel for any kind of full swing. Albatrass 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Siamese Moose Posted March 1, 2022 Share Posted March 1, 2022 I don't change them out, I love what I have. I did buy a regrooving tool, on the recommendation of my instructor. Yes, it might make your club marginally non-conforming, but if you're not playing tournaments, who cares? My teacher, a good local senior, has two of his favorite wedges (Callaway Mack Daddy PM grind). He keeps one in pristine shape for tournaments only, and uses the other the rest of the time, regrooving a couple times a year. Albatrass, paulpattaya, dnett and 1 other 3 1 Quote Moose, my cat, is Siamese Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NM01 Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 Switch every two years. Studies show after 75 rounds they start degrading in performance Albatrass, 6 Million Dollar Man, paulpattaya and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revkev Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 Rarely - I'm not a high spin player - I have wedges that are very old but that it also contrary to prevailing thought. If I'm hitting them inside of 25 feet consistently though it trumps the shanks, chunks and blades that I get while trying to change to something else that would spin more whenever I get around to feeling confident with it. I think you should look at changing them every two or three years not because of technology upgrades but wear and tear wise. Fool4vokey and Albatrass 1 1 Quote Driver: Taylor Made Stealth 2 10.5 Diamana S plus 60 R flex - 44.25 Fairways: Ping G410 5, 7, 9 wood Alta CB red 65 R flex Hybrid: Ping G410 26 degree Alta CB Red 70 R flex Irons: Ping G430 7-PW, 45, 50 Alta CB black 65 soft R flex Wedges: Ping 195 S54, E58 Wedges and irons are - 1/2” and one degree flat Putter: Sacks Parente Duke 32.5” Ball: Titleist Pro VI or Callaway Chrome Soft X ls While not at the same time I was fit for every club in my bag as well as the Pro VI ball. I use the chrome soft x ls on my league course. It has much softer softer greens than the club that I belong to. I’m on a mission to shoot my age - lifetime lowest round is 66 and I’m currently 67. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny B Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 I'm playing the Callaway '19 PM Grind 54 and 60. My 60 is getting worn from a lot of bunker shots over the past couple of years, but I doubt I will change. The grooves are obviously not as sharp as there were new, but I don't make full swings with them and I am not a spin player. I did buy a new 60 as a backup, but I would have to swap out the shafts. Maybe one of these days, but I look at the missing chrome on the sole as a badge of honor. Albatrass and Bassbeamer 2 Quote “We don’t stop playing the game because we get old; we get old because we stop playing the game.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russtopherb Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 I still have the Cleveland CBX wedges in my bag BUT I also only play 25-30 rounds max per year, and some of those are 9 holes only. So I don't put as much wear on them as some other golfers do. As a result I tend to change them out less. Quote In my Big Max hybrid bag: ST-X 10.5* Kai'li Blue R Flex ST-Z 15* Kai'li Blue R Flex ST-Z 4h Linq Blue R Flex Halo XL 5i-DW CBX 54* & 58* ER5 Tour S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeftyMatt89 Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 My 56 and 60 probably ever 1.5 years. I play about 75-100 rounds a year so they get some use. My 50 maybe every 2ndd or 3rd year. Quote Driver: TSR3 8 Ventus Red TR 8X Fairway: TSi2 16.5 Ventus Red TR 8X Hybrid: Sim 2 - 19 Hybrid Tensei Orange 90TX or Srixon ZX 2 Iron - ADDI 105X Irons: T200/T100S Black 4-AW - MMT 125TX Wedges: SM8 54.10S & 58.04T MMT 125TX (Soon to Test Toura Wedges with MMT 125TX) Putter: Lajosi DD201 Pro V1X Left Dash Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Play18 Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 I play 75+ rounds/year and play with Vokey SM8 52° and 58°. I ordered the SM9 wedges and will integrate them into play by summer. Albatrass 1 Quote Linksmaster bag TSR3 11° Fujikura Ventus TR Red 6 stiff TSi2 16.5° and 21° Graphite Design Tour AD DI-7 stiff T200 Utility Build 22° Graphite Design Tour AD 85 HY stiff 2021 T200 5-P Nippon Pro Modus³ Tour 105 stiff SM9 48.10F Nippon Pro Modus³ Tour 105 stiff, 52.12F Nippon Pro Modus³ Tour 120 stiff and 58.10S Jet Black Premium True Temper AMT Black-Black Onyx S300 2022 Special Select Jet Set Newport 34" 350g P3 sensor, Caddy Smart grips, and Apple Watch ProV1x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
labillyboy Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 When I used to play 3x a week and put in a few hours of practice, I'd wear out my Sand wedge and Lob wedge. I used to just buy the same model/spec about annually to replace the worn out wedge... Now it seems wedge models change more often, so I begin looking once my current SW starts to lose the bottom groves. Now that I only play once a week and rarely practice, it's not an annual replacement, just the normal re-grip on the whole bag. I don't buy the technology stories for wedges, it's all about weight, CoG, length, bounce, loft and grind. Shaft can also affect performance depending on your strike; are you a picker or a digger? Over many years, I know what I like, but it wouldn't necessarily apply to anyone else. The ONLY way to choose wedges is to demo as many as you can paying attention to the specs, not what the back of the head looks like... hit full shots off grass, sand, dirt... chips, pitches... see what spec. does what you want. Not much differentiation in a chunk of steel, just the specs. MHO Quote EPIC Driver, EPIC 3 Wood, EPIC hybrid, Adams irons, Callaway wedges, Scotty putter and Titleist ball. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChuckZ Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 I normally get the wedges that come with my set and pick up a couple of Vokey's. Normally every other cycle based on wear. Currently playing SM7, will be ordering SM9s soon, probably 52.08F and 58.10S or 56.10F/56.10S. Will talk to my fitter when we decided on shafts. Albatrass 1 Quote Driver - TSi3 10.75* - Fujikura Speeder 661 TR Fairway - TSi2 14.25* - Fujikura Motore Speeder VC 6.1 Fairway - TSR1 17.0* - Fujikura Vista Pro 65S Hybrid - TSR1 19.0* - Fujikura Atmos Red Tour 75 Hybrid - TSR1 23.0* - Fujikura Atmos Red Tour 75 Irons - T350 (2023) - 5-48W - True Temper AMT Red 95g-107g Wedges - Vokey SM9 - 52.08F, 56.10S, 58.08M ** GolfPride MCC +4 Midsize Grips (all woods/irons/wedges) Putter - 2023 Scotty Cameron Super Select Squareback 2 35" ** Superstroke 1.0 Pistol Grip Golf Ball - TITLEIST - Prov1 (2023) Golf Bags - TITLEIST - Cart 14 (black), Mid Size Tour (black/white) Golf Glove - FootJoy (StaSof), Shoes, Apparel and Outerwear Rangefinder - Bushnell Pro XE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badbilly429 Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 I replace my 56 degree every season and my 52 degree every 2-3 Albatrass 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mharr Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 I augment my wedges every other year or so, trying Cleveland CB's, Ping, Mack Daddy, in different lofts/bounce combinations. (I have wedges in every 2º loft increment from 46º-60º, and the 54º or 56º in bounces of 8º,10º,12º, and 60º in 4º,6º,10º.). But I eventually keep going back to my 30-year-old Cleveland 588's (56º/12º, 60º/4º), sometimes refreshing the grooves every 3-4 years. Just switched back to them from Ping Glide 3.0's 2 weeks ago, and holed a short-sided bunker shot with its first use! Albatrass 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Middler Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 When I change out my iron set, I replace my (specialty) wedges too. My current irons/wedges are about 4 years old, and I’ll probably replace them next year. I use my GW more than my PW, and my SW and LW much less. OTOH presumably a wedge wears faster when used in bunkers. I can still stop, short or full swing, my wedges after 4 years, though maybe they’re not as crisp as when new. I’ve read (Titleist) says groove wear is significant after 75 rounds (500 swings?), but I don’t know anyone including some near scratch players who would replace wedges that often - no chance. That’s every 6 months if you play only 3 rounds/week! It might make sense for pros who can stop the ball like few amateurs can, but not most amateurs… https://www.golfwrx.com/441170/groove-test-how-often-should-you-change-wedges/ Albatrass 1 Quote Titleist TSR2 11° HZRDUS Red CB 50 6.0 w Lamkin UTx Midsize Titleist TSR2 16.5º HZRDUS Red 60 CB 6.0 & TSR2 21º HZRDUS Black 4G 70 6.0 w Lamkin UTx Midsize Mizuno JPX923 HMP 4-GW, T22 54.12WS, T22 58.04DC w Lamkin ST+2 Hybrid Midsize LAB DF3 w Accra Maxfli Tour & ProV1 Ping Pioneer - MGI Zip Navigator AT Payntr X 001 F (mesh), Payntr X 005 F, Ecco Biom C4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JWK1969 Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 I'm sure there are all sorts of variables when it comes to wedge replacements. Number of rounds played, types of shots (sand, full, around the green, etc.). I don't have a fixed number of rounds, just when I think the overall performance is what I'm used to. I play CBX2s now, but am in the process of changing them out after only about 2 years because I find I just prefer more of a blade-style wedge. Moving over to the Edison forged wedges, I think. I will say that my 54 has a lot more wear than my 58, but that's because I use it far more frequently. I don't think wedge tech really changes too much, year over year, but I think new ideas start to come out maybe every 2-3 years? Good luck! Albatrass 1 Quote Mizuno ST200G driver, Diamana White stiff Mizuno ST200 Tour Spoon 3 wood, Diamana White stiff Titleist TSR 7 wood, stiff Mizuno MP223 irons, 4-GW, Nippon Modus X-stiff Edison Forged wedges, 55 and 59 degree, KBS Tour stiff Titleist Scotty Cameron Phantom 5s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobsarobot Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 Just pick up a groove sharpener. I do not believe having brand new wedges with maximum spin is that great. A little hop and stop is nice but when new grooves can rip the ball back ten feet I think you lose some control on the landing and release of the ball. Albatrass 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenmore5 Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 Look...I'm sure they do....don't think that wedge changes are on the golfer's radar...rather, media hype is about length...drivers/woods etc. I keep mine pretty clean and do that each week. They would be about 5+ yrs old ( Bridgestone/Miura)...so, unless something grabs my attention...they'll stay in the bag. Albatrass 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Everardo Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 Every couple years, I'd say seasons, but we can play year round here. Used to always buy 2 sets of wedges, one for tournaments and one for everyday. I may go back to that once I start playing more competitive rounds. Albatrass 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinyone8 Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 Wedges are made for Pro's these days. The best wedge designer in the business is a guy named Terry Koehler. He has owned Ben Hogan, Edison, Ray Cook, Eidelon, and one other. Amazing wedge designer. www.edisongolf.com. They make every degree, so you count 4 degrees from the club that you want to start your wedges at and go from there. The v sole that everyone is using now was his patent. Albatrass 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rojohn6262 Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 When the groves show wear GnomeOfZurich and Albatrass 2 Quote I’m in the process of picking out new clubs, due to recent illness and age 69 I have lost 25 yds on distance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slypanther Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 SM4 and SM6 if there is a CC rule. Otherwise i use my pre 2010 wedges as they have the best sole/bounce combos, grooves don't bother me (yet) as the urethane of the ball keeps getting softer so I still can stop a wedge when I choose to. Impact and spin back to one hop and check or stop Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdieputt13 Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 I've played Cleveland RTX-4 wedges for several years now and would not change unless the groves became excessively worn. The 54 degree wedge has 10 degrees of bounce and the 58 degree wedge has 9 degrees. Absolutely love them both. Both still have enough spin for my game. Quote Driver - Taylormade M6; 10.5 Degrees - Diamana BF50R shaft. Fairway Woods - Tour Exotics (3 Wood) CBX119 EvenFlow Project X 5.5R Tour Exotics (4 Wood) XCG7; Fujikura 50R shaft. Hybrids - PING G (19,22 and 26 Degree lofts.) Irons - Mizuno MX300 (7-GW) Wedges - Cleveland RTX4 (54 and 58 degree) Putter - Pyramid Altec Series AZ-11 Ball - Bridgestone 330-RTX or Calloway Tour iz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDTVMAN Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 I've had my Ping Glide 3.0 Eye2 grind 3 years and they're still in great shape, look almost new. Probably go another 2 seasons. Quote Certified Club Fitter. Ping G425 Max Driver 10.5° w/Fujikura Ventus TR Ping G425 Max 5-7-9 Fairway Woods w/Ping Alta CB Ping G425 Irons 5-U w/Ping Alta CB (Power-Spec Lofts) Ping 4.0 Eye2 Glide Wedges 54°-58° w/Recoil SmacWrap Ping Redwood ZB Putter w/PP58 PING Pioneer Cart Bag Lamkin Sonar+ Wrap Mid-Size Grips Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve-O-hio Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 Thanks for asking this. I'm looking at a new set of wedges, getting fit in April. I have nice SM5 Vokeys that look new, but I'm a higher handicap and I think I can benefit from a cavity back wedge. Golf's hard, why make it even harder?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Bachman Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 Kind of depends. Normally every year or two. Last year I got new wedges at the beginning of the year but got new ones again towards the end. Went from a 50,55 and 60 to a 52-58. Keeping both sets in case I change my make up again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muckinfiddle Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 10 hours ago, RickyBobby_PR said: Switch every two years. Studies show after 75 rounds they start degrading in performance I'll have to buy wedges mid year... I just picked up new ones and the spin is very noticeable. After playing with them, I decided to replace them more often now. Plan will be the 60° every year and the 55° & 50° every 1.5 to 2 years. I do try to use a old 60 when I practice but it is a hassle bringing to the range and putting it back in my truck before the round. Quote Hate yourself, not the game... In my Vessel bag: King SpeedZone MG 3 Satin RAW black 60° ZX 3 wood SW & GW Black 3-PW EV2 Mid-Lock Prov1x- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inferno2ss Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 (edited) Wedges are probably the clubs I replace the most often, nothing better than the spin of a new wedge around the greens. Probably change them out my 60 and 56 about every 18 months on average. Edited March 2, 2022 by Inferno2ss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterT Posted March 3, 2022 Share Posted March 3, 2022 I play 100+ rounds a year plus also practice with my specialty wedges so the most I go is 18 months. By then the stopping power has been reduced to where the short shots are no longer a viable option. The ball just rolls out too far. Quote TaylorMade Qi10 10.5° LS - Fujikura Ventus Black VeloCore 5-S TaylorMade M5 15° - Fujikura Ventus Black VeloCore 6-S Callaway CF-18 18° - KBS Tour Prototype 85 S Srixon 4-AW Nippon Modus 3 105 R TaylorMade MG Hi-Toe 54/10 & 58/10 KBS - Hi-Rev 2.0 115 Scotty Cameron Super Select Newport 2 35" Titleist Pro V1 Arccos Gen 3 sensors Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldGuyGolf Posted March 3, 2022 Share Posted March 3, 2022 I have Mack Daddy and Jaws. I play 4-5 rounds per week so I have groove tools and resharpen every 3-4 months and don’t play major tournaments so I don’t worry about the conformance only performance. Due to the amount I play I replace every couple of years. Quote OldGuyGolf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golflre Posted March 3, 2022 Share Posted March 3, 2022 I change after about 100 rounds, about 2 years. I think I should change every year, as I practice a lot with them too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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