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Nice Wedges !,
October 22, 2010 e2less - See all my reviews
This review is from: Spin Doctor RI Wedge 60 Degree Lob (right) (Misc.)
First there are several factors in order to spin a golf ball on the greens i.e.: "a good golf swing", a good (soft) golf ball and tight greens. These club ALONE will not suddenly make you SPIN a golf ball. However, with practice these clubs will give you an advantage. I've notice my shots "checking" and "stopping" a lil more but I have not experience that 40' backspin as advertised. Also, these wedge are very good in the bunker and the ruff because they are thin with a low bounce.
The inserts will put a beating on your golf balls. Speaking of insert... they advertise that changing the insert is EASY. Not true ! The wedges comes with the reverse groove insert which are GLUED in and are very difficult to remove. The other inserts have an adhesive backing (rubber cement) which must set a few hours before play. As far as the illegal issue ..... WHO CARES! I am (and chances are, you are) a "recreational" golfer with no interest or chance to become a pro golfer. My golf bag...Read more
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Illegal Gimmick,
July 13, 2010 Anders Blom - See all my reviews
This review is from: Spin Doctor RI Wedge 60 Degree Lob (right) (Misc.)
This wedge is just a gimmick, the face that has reversed grooves is illegal in tournament play. Not only that but no wedge can teach you how to spin, that's something only a PGA professional can show you with adapting your stance, swing, and release. Sure if you want this club to joke around then fine, but it is cheating and it will chew up any ball you try to hit with it.
Playing in local and state tournaments is fun and challenging but even if you don't play tournament golf, then you should at least be honest and play by the rules.
If you want a club with a replaceable face, then consider the TaylorMade xFT wedge. You can find awesome deals on xFT wedges being sold for $60 with one face. I got mine with two faces for $40 new from an authorized retailer.
There are many other options for wedges that use the new legal groove design, and most of those options are well under $60.