What Is a Pitching Wedge?

A pitching wedge is one of four wedges used to hit the ball in the game of golf. The other wedges are the sand, gap and lop wedges. A pitching wedge is considered an iron and used for approach shots to the green. Pitching wedges are the most common wedge used by beginners, and come standard when buying a set of irons.

Distance

Pitching wedges allow for the longest distances of the wedges. Distances of shots hit with pitching wedges range from 100 yards to 140 yards.

Trajectory

The pitching wedge is the least lofted (angled) of the wedges. The loft of the head of a pitching wedge ranges from 44 degrees to 50 degrees. The loft of the pitching wedge head allows for a high trajectory when hitting the golf ball.

Shaft

The length of a pitching wedge usually measures from 35 to 36 inches. A pitching wedge shaft is also stiffer to allow the front of the head to slide underneath the golf ball on contact.

Pitching Wedge Use

Pitching wedges are used for approach shots to the green with some roll when the ball lands. Pitching wedges can also be used for low pitch or chip shots as well as sand bunker shots.

Beginner's Club

The pitching wedge is considered a good beginner's club. The pitching wedge is a standard when buying a set of clubs. The pitching wedge offers good control of shots with good distance for beginners.

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