What does C grind and S grind mean on golf?

The C Grind has less bounce so suited to firmer course conditions and there’s increased relief on the heel making it easier to play shots with the face open. The S Grind has a medium width sole with slight camber at the back and moderate heel relief to keep the leading edge low through impact.

What does C grind mean?

Increased relief
C-Grind: Increased relief, especially at the heel, making it easier to play shots with the face open. Ideal for medium to shallow attack angles and/or firm course conditions. ( 8° Bounce)

What does S grind stand for?

Bob Vokey developed the S Grind in very close collaboration with short game wizard Steve Stricker. It’s a full soled wedge with material ground from the trailing edge, which narrows and slightly reduces the bounce of the sole. S grind is designed for players who prefer playing shots with a square face position.

What is U grind on a wedge?

The U Grind, which is the same grind used by Phil Mickelson, has a concave sole that allows golfers the ultimate in versatility. It’s the most relieved wedge, with the roundest leading edge to help golfers like Mickelson get the club under the ball to hit high, soft shots from almost anywhere.

What is 12 W Grind wedge?

W Grind (12 degrees of bounce): With a wide middle and toe and a narrow heel, this club has a generous amount of camber to help it avoid digging. It should work especially well in bunkers, thick rough and on softer turf.

What does 12 W-grind mean?

W-GRIND. Wider center and toe area on the sole with moderate heel relief and generous front-to-back camber prevents digging without increasing bounce. 12° bounce. Condition Type: Soft. Swing/Divot Type: Steep/ Large Divot.

Can you grind your own wedge?

Grinding your own wedges can be dangerous for two main reasons: 1) Since the belt sander runs at high speeds, it’s physically dangerous for your fingers and hands, and 2) It’s easy to take too much metal off the wedge and completely ruin it.

How do I know what grind I need on my wedges?

Try a grind that has a bit of relief out of the trailing edge – not an aggressive grind – but just enough for a bit of forgiveness, and a medium bounce (7-10 degrees). These types of wedges are the most versatile; good for full approach shots, bunker shots and for chipping and pitching around the green.

Should I carry 3 or 4 wedges?

Know your pitching wedge loft. If it’s 45 degrees or less, add three more wedges that are spaced apart by no more than 4-5 degrees each. So generally think about putting in a gap wedge that’s 48 or 50 degrees, a sand wedge that’s between 54 and 56 degrees, and a lob wedge that’s between 58 and 60 degrees.

Which is better C grind or s grind?

The C Grind has less bounce so suited to firmer course conditions and there’s increased relief on the heel making it easier to play shots with the face open. The S Grind has a medium width sole with slight camber at the back and moderate heel relief to keep the leading edge low through impact.

Where does the s grind in golf come from?

“This came from working with Steve Stricker. He used to have a 54 and 60 with 10˚ of bounce. We used to grind the trailing edge off 12˚ models for years and then it became the S grind. With a lot of players you find if they have good technique they can use this in all types of conditions.

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