The new specialized tx3 grooves add extra spin from around the green and more distance control from bad lies. Dec 11, 20 while other companies have gone away from that message only to bring it back later, cleveland has continued shaving grams off their clubs to bring regular golfers the most distance possible. Like most here, weve all gone through dozens of vokey wedges over the years and theyve all been great. Dark heads look smaller you can buy most of the wedges on test in a range of finishes, with many offering a lighter and a darker look for example cleveland make both a tour and black satin option in the 588 rtx 2. Vokey leads the way with 21 different loft, bounce and grind combinations, three different finishes and personalization programs that allows golfers to create a wedge that suits their games and personalities. Its in the top 3 bestselling sand wedges and has a couple of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as taylormade psi gap or cleveland mens smart sole s. I went f grind in the 50 and 54 and then m grind in the 58. There are more than 5 newer sand wedges on the market. Hey folks, i use sm4 vokeys and love them, but i know people rave about cleveland wedges just as much. Changing from cleveland to vokey vokey design wedges team. Sm4 vokeys vs cleveland 588 rtx posted in golf equipment. Roger cleveland designed a great wedge before moving his shop over to the callaway folks.
Aug 02, 2016 clevelands new rtx3 wedges will be released september 16, 2016. I never thought there would be a driver that could replace it in my bag, but the new cleveland 588 custom driver might just get a spot in my golf bag when more. I have had the cleveland classic custom xl driver in my bag for over a year now and rave about it to everyone. Pitching wedge wedge flex golf clubs for sale ebay. Make offer titleist vokey sm4 tour chrome wedge golf club. Even the shots that strayed far from the center were quite playable. Review cleveland golf rtx3 wedges the home of organic. There will be 3 different models coming outthe 588 rtx, 588 rtx cb pictured below and the 588 rtg. For example, by raising the cg two millimeters on the higher lofts, titleist wedge designer bob vokey found shots produced about a fourfoottighter dispersion. Buy new and used titleist vokey spin milled sm4 chrome wedge from the best golf shop. Sm7 wedges feature a parallel face texture for tighter quality tolerances and maximum spin. I attribute this to a combination of practice and better fitting clubs. The 52 is fine, but the 56 is starting to show some wear on the grooves.
Cleveland rtx3 v titleist vokey sm6 wedges we pitted two of 2017s best wedges up against each other but which would prevail. Srixon u65 kbs proto 85 or cleveland 588 mt 4i steelfiber 80. Aug 17, 2017 the history behind the brand is rich started by patriarch and golf industry legend roger cleveland in 1979. Watch mark hit the sm4 wedges from titleist and see what they could do for your golf game. Titleist vokey sm4 tour chrome wedges in stock for next working day delivery. For the lifelong, or even longtime, cleveland wedge user, news that the huntington beach, cabased manufacturer will soon be introducing three new wedges, featuring three new technologies and available in three different finishes, is music to the ears. Didnt feel much swing weight difference between 588 rtx and sm4, but havent tried any on a course. Vokey says the lowlofted sm6 wedges create about 1. Almost every ball that i hit near the center of the face ended up within five yards of the center line. Just a quick post this morning showing off some of the new wedges from cleveland golf. Titleist vokey design golf wedges deliver more spin and more types of shots, providing golfers with more ways to hit it close and shoot lower scores.
With superstars from the pga tour like justin thomas and jordan spieth on staff, titleist always has a bright platform on which to showcase new equipment. Those that golf with me know that thats unheard of. Went for the sm4s because they felt slightly heavier which i liked. Titleist vokey spin milled sm4 chrome wedge 2nd swing golf. Golf pride ndmc on driver lob wedge, iomic standard size on putter. With the titleist vokey sm5 wedges in the bag, my scores have been going lower and lower. The vokey felt much lighter to swing than the cleveland which i found a little strange and not really sure if i liked it or not. Mar, 2014 in my testing, the most standout feature of the cleveland 588 custom driver was the accuracy. Mar 11, 2016 if youve ever wished your vokey 46, 48, 50 or 52degree wedge flew a little farther, sm6 models will. Vokey recommends 46 of loft separation between your wedges resulting in 1015 yard gaps. Jan 28, 2016 vokey wedges are know for their something for all styles of play variety, and mr. I use some old cleveland 588 wedges including my favorite of the three 60 degree dsg. Most players will benefit from carrying four wedges which.
Preowned titleist golf vokey sm4 tour chrome wedge. Vokey spin milled sm4 wedges, released in 2012, provide golfers with industry leading spin milled technology and tourinspired grind options. Get the best deals on cleveland driver golf clubs when you shop the largest online selection at. The vokey hit it harder didnt land as soft or stop as quick as the cleveland.
Ive not used any cleveland wedges before, but just wondering, for anyone out there whos used both 588 rtx wedges and sm4 vokeys, how do the two compare. I guess i could get a wedge from each company if one is better with one type of wedge. Changing from cleveland to vokey vokey design wedges. Upgraded form a used cleveland cg14 56 degree and a very used vokey 50. So now that hes doing that over there, which is fine, id go with bob vokey s wedges when i buy my next set. The sm5 wedges are come from titleists inhouse master craftsman, bob vokey and are manufactured to the tightest tolerances to ensure the highest quality and consistency. Preowned titleist golf vokey sm4 tour chrome wedge value. I just hit a vokey sm4 today, a 5614, needless to say its in my bag as my new sand wedge now. Titleist vokey sm5 tour chrome wedge 2nd swing golf. Sm2 ive been using the sm2 wedges for a couple years and there a solid wedge, good price to but i found i didnt like the way they sat and thats one thing i do really like about the sm4 wedges just seem to sit a lot better over the ball to me. Even though i had no experience with it the 588 is one of the bestselling wedges of all time and is in itself nearly a legend. Lets take a look at some of the technologies that provide better distance control, shot versatility, and the spin you need around the green, all while retaining the everimportant buttery feel. Tight tolerances, and precisely machined grooves, these wedges will put you closer to the pin with every shot you take.
Titleist vokey sm6 tour chrome the 100% inspected grooves feature a new parallel face texture that creates a more consistent groove edge and tighter quality tolerances for more spin. Currently bagging a mix of cleveland wedges, but am considering either cleveland 588, 588 rtx, or vokey sm4. I chose between the 588 and the sm4, for me personally there wasnt much in it. That being said, i think the faces on the vokeys are lasting a little longer than the cleveland faces. Cleveland rtx 4 chrome wedgertx4 5610 wedgemidd gold tour issuefree ship.
Vokey sm4 wedges provide unmatched shortgame performance, with amazing spin and shot control. I have had my just over a year and it is showing major sings of ware, it will last 2 years max. Vokey wedges are labeled loft first, followed by bounce and grind. They are partnered with certain lofts and bounce options to make them best suited for the shots you will need to hit with them. Cleveland 588 wedges most are not conforming to groove rules titelist volkey many are conforming to. The latest driver from cleveland golf is the 588 altitude. Jul 25, 2016 hey gang heres the first official look at what was in the box the 2017 cleveland rtx3 wedges. The titleist vokey sm5 wedge is designed using tour feedback to provide any golfer with increased spin and control. So youve spent a load of money on the longest driver of 2018, and the best putter of 2018, and the best golf ball of 2018. Ok, so its the most recognized wedge in all of golf. Vokey design spin milled wedges are unique new products that provide a truly discernible performance option increased spin.
Only one coupon code is valid per customer per order. One of the things i did like about the vokey was the choice of bounce and grind options for each loft. Titleist vokey sm4 tour chrome wedge titleist wedges. Titleist vokey or cleveland 588 rtx golf talk the sand. Jun 19, 2008 i play with a cleveland, titleist, and adams wedge. Its been a long time since cleveland have released a driver in to the equipment market, which had much to do. Sep 17, 2014 cleveland golfs rotex face technology literally changed the face of spin in golf last year. Sm7 wedges custom fit golf wedges titleist x vokey. Sm7 also features a distinct groove design between lofts. Combinations of loft and bounce you just cant get in the 588 range. Understand your loft, bounce, and grind options to find the right wedge for you. Due to manufacturer restrictions, all new not including closeouts items including logo overruns from adams, adidas, ben hogan, callaway, cleveland, club glove, cobra, footjoy, mizuno, never compromise, nike, odyssey, ping, sun mountain, taylormade.
Apr 25, 20 titleist vokey or cleveland 588 rtx sign in. Proper wedge fitting starts with precise loft, bounce, and grind. Mar 24, 2014 straight up black crown with a few subtle lines, no real alignment aid and a sign that says get off my lawn is all that you will find on the top of the cleveland 588 custom. Cleveland wedges since the 588s came out have totally lost al of what i used to like about them. Theres the traditional blade style wedge as well as the cavity back style. I imagine theyre both awesome, but is there noticeable.
A new scoreline measurement technology has allowed titleist to produce more precise face and groove cutting for its vokey spin milled sm4 wedges. Custom design wedges, vokey gear and apparel, and limited edition products in the vokey shop. Well, lets start with my fitting which is a pretty intense testing process in itself. Now, titleist introduces a completely new line of vokey design spin milled wedges to maximize performance within the limits of the 2010 groove rule. Cleveland 588 rtx satin is a very popular and one of the most expensive options. I recently purchased a 50 and 56 degree vokey wedge for 109 from a great local shop.
I think im going to go the save money route and get a set of sm6s at the discount. By working with tour players to create wedges that performed under the most challenging major championship conditions, bob has developed a precisely machined, tight tolerance groove that provides the player with. Titleist vokey sm7 vs callaway macdaddy 4 best wedges of 2018. I have never hit a more consistent club in my life edited for grammar 0. The new vokey design sm4 wedges feature 17 precise, individually cut and 100% inspected grooves that maximize groove geometry and push groove edge radius to the conforming limits. I get asked the question all the time, is the new model really better than the previous. The titleist vokey sm6 wedges have a refined cg along with multiple grind options on the sole. Vokeys spin milled process is unique to each finish and loft for the sharpest, most consistent groove edges. May 24, 2017 i tested a very old cleveland 588 rtx wedge against a brand new cleveland rtx3 wedge to see how they compared in terms of spin rate and launch angle. Which wedges are best overall, vokeys or cleveland wedges such as the cg 12s or the cg 14s. Cleveland wedges since the 588 s came out have totally lost al of what i used to like about them. The big development for cleveland in this years wedge is moving the center of gravity away from the heel, as is traditional in most wedges, and towards the center of. Designed with the input from tour players, vokey wedges are tried and tested against the most challenging of conditions. So, depending on your point of view, the cleveland 588 custom driver is then either a sight for sore eyes or the most boring driver since ms.
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