Why it Works- 10 Reasons
Reason #1- When you take a chipping lesson, the first thing the coach will say to you is, “Grip down.” That will flatten the lie angle and make the toe of the club point downward. This is problematic in several ways. This will bring the contact point with the golf ball more towards to toe. Secondly, the launch angle will be affected towards the right. Thirdly, the chances of the toe grabbing the turf will increase as the club approaches contact with the ball. Lastly, an off center strike will occur and produce a shorter shot affecting your consistency and distance. Basically, it is near impossible to create contact on the center of the face and launch the ball in the intended direction. The Upright Wedge is set to a lie angle of 72 degrees and its standard length is 34”. The club will sit squarely on the ground and produce straighter shots and more centered contact. There is less need for gripping down.
Reason #1- When you take a chipping lesson, the first thing the coach will say to you is, “Grip down.” That will flatten the lie angle and make the toe of the club point downward. This is problematic in several ways. This will bring the contact point with the golf ball more towards to toe. Secondly, the launch angle will be affected towards the right. Thirdly, the chances of the toe grabbing the turf will increase as the club approaches contact with the ball. Lastly, an off center strike will occur and produce a shorter shot affecting your consistency and distance. Basically, it is near impossible to create contact on the center of the face and launch the ball in the intended direction. The Upright Wedge is set to a lie angle of 72 degrees and its standard length is 34”. The club will sit squarely on the ground and produce straighter shots and more centered contact. There is less need for gripping down.
Reason #2- The Upright Wedge is shorter and more upright. Getting Closer to the ball increases your consistency. It is easier to swing the club on a more upright plane than a flatter one. Plainly said, it is easier to swing the club straight back and through. It is more difficult to swing the club around your body. The upright swing path will promote more consistent shots.
Reason #3- The Upright Wedge is versatile, unlike a traditional chipper. The large hitting area allows you to hit it out of the rough without the fear of popping the ball high into the air. The large hitting area allows you to use the club from longer distances.
Reason #4- The Upright Wedge was designed with an optimum swing weight. The swing weight
is D-5 which is similar to a standard sand wedge. This will give you the momentum you need to
hit shots from different conditions. It’s a great club out of the rough. Since you are closer to the
ball, it will not feel too heavy.
Reason #5- Great chippers keep their wrists firm through the chipping stroke. The Upright
Wedge comes with a midsize grip. The larger grip will limit wrist action.
Reason #6- The Upright Wedge is set to a loft of 48 degrees. This is a versatile loft that will
allow you to use the club in many situations around the green. This loft will produce a slightly
higher launch angle than todays’ standard pitching wedge.
Reason #7- The Upright Wedge has minimal bounce, (3 degrees). Too much bounce angle
actually lifts the face of the club off the ground. The club will sit flat on the turf and not be
prone to thin, bladed shots.
Reason #8- The upright Wedge has a wide sole. This lessens the effects of fatted shots and
promotes a higher ball flight on shots that are hit low on the face. It’s forgiving!
Reason #9- One Club, Many Shots. We all want to practice more. It is hard to find the time. We
know we are supposed to practice with different clubs around the green. We should be
practicing chipping with everything from a hybrid to a lob wedge. Should we really be playing
shots that we don’t practice? You need a “go to club” around the green that you can be
confident with and that will produce a consistent strike and launch angle. Next time you arrive
15 minutes before your tee time, hit some irons, your driver, some putts, and your Upright
Wedge. If you have limited practice time then limit the options of clubs you use for chipping.
Reason #10- The stigma of the chipper! The Upright Wedge is a wedge. It says so on the club! It
is primarily used for chipping. The standard black head with blue, red or black accent makes it a great looking club!
Reason #3- The Upright Wedge is versatile, unlike a traditional chipper. The large hitting area allows you to hit it out of the rough without the fear of popping the ball high into the air. The large hitting area allows you to use the club from longer distances.
Reason #4- The Upright Wedge was designed with an optimum swing weight. The swing weight
is D-5 which is similar to a standard sand wedge. This will give you the momentum you need to
hit shots from different conditions. It’s a great club out of the rough. Since you are closer to the
ball, it will not feel too heavy.
Reason #5- Great chippers keep their wrists firm through the chipping stroke. The Upright
Wedge comes with a midsize grip. The larger grip will limit wrist action.
Reason #6- The Upright Wedge is set to a loft of 48 degrees. This is a versatile loft that will
allow you to use the club in many situations around the green. This loft will produce a slightly
higher launch angle than todays’ standard pitching wedge.
Reason #7- The Upright Wedge has minimal bounce, (3 degrees). Too much bounce angle
actually lifts the face of the club off the ground. The club will sit flat on the turf and not be
prone to thin, bladed shots.
Reason #8- The upright Wedge has a wide sole. This lessens the effects of fatted shots and
promotes a higher ball flight on shots that are hit low on the face. It’s forgiving!
Reason #9- One Club, Many Shots. We all want to practice more. It is hard to find the time. We
know we are supposed to practice with different clubs around the green. We should be
practicing chipping with everything from a hybrid to a lob wedge. Should we really be playing
shots that we don’t practice? You need a “go to club” around the green that you can be
confident with and that will produce a consistent strike and launch angle. Next time you arrive
15 minutes before your tee time, hit some irons, your driver, some putts, and your Upright
Wedge. If you have limited practice time then limit the options of clubs you use for chipping.
Reason #10- The stigma of the chipper! The Upright Wedge is a wedge. It says so on the club! It
is primarily used for chipping. The standard black head with blue, red or black accent makes it a great looking club!