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When to Use 52 56 60 Degree Wedges?
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- 1Practice an 80% effort swing with each wedge to establish consistent full shot distances.
- 2Perform a 9:00 swing, with your lead arm at 9 o'clock and shaft at 90 degrees, using all three wedges to learn partial shot distances.
- 3For bunker shots, open the clubface, place 80% weight on your front foot, and hit one inch behind the ball.
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Editorial Notes
This video teaches how to effectively use 52, 56, and 60-degree wedges for full shots, chipping, partial shots, and bunker escapes.
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