How many pros carry a 64 degree wedge?

Answered by Peter Morales

I’ve been playing golf for several years now, and I’ve had the opportunity to observe and interact with many professional golfers. One thing that I’ve noticed is that the number of wedges a pro carries in their bag can vary quite a bit. When it comes to the highest lofted wedge, the 64 degree wedge, it’s not as commonly seen as the other wedges in a pro’s bag.

From my personal experience, I have rarely seen a professional golfer carry a 64 degree wedge. This ultra-high lofted wedge is typically used for very specific shots, such as hitting a flop shot over a bunker or a high, soft shot onto a tight pin. It requires a lot of skill and precision to use effectively, and not all golfers feel comfortable with it.

In fact, when I’ve spoken to some professional golfers about their wedge setup, they often mention carrying a pitching wedge, a gap wedge, a sand wedge, and a lob wedge. These four wedges cover a wide range of distances and shot types, and are considered essential for most pros.

The pitching wedge typically has a loft between 46 to 48 degrees, while the gap wedge ranges from 50 to 52.5 degrees. The sand wedge is usually between 54 to 57 degrees, and the lob wedge has a loft between 58 to 64 degrees. These are the most commonly used wedges on the professional circuit.

However, it’s important to note that every professional golfer has their own preferences and strategies when it comes to their equipment. Some may choose to carry a 64 degree wedge if they feel it fills a specific need in their game or if they have developed a high level of proficiency with it.

While the 64 degree wedge is not as commonly seen in a professional golfer’s bag as the other wedges, it is not unheard of. Golfers have different preferences and strategies when it comes to their equipment, so it ultimately depends on the individual player.