The new Edel SMS wedges are here and we have a full review of what they call Swing Match Weighting and how it can impact performance. From inside the THP Tech Studio we have Chris Koske from Edel Golf with us and we show the swings and breakdown the data.
In this episode of TESTED! we take a detailed look at the Edel SMS wedges and specifically what happens when the Swing Match Weight is moved from heel to toe. As with all episodes, you see swings and then we breakdown the data, with a little bit of tech talk mixed in.
Before going any further, it is important to discuss what was mentioned in the video in regards to the four grinds available.
Below we have a quick look at the different grind options and then a little bit more detailed information of how they might impact your game.
Starting with the C-Grind, this is a cambered shape grind that features lower bounce and a wider sole. Think of this as a bit of a shot maker’s wedge. The wider sole offers some ability to play out of bunkers and deeper rough, while still being able to have success in all turf conditions.
Moving to the T-Grind, this is a Triple Sole Grind with three different surfaces and extremely high bounce leading edge. Following that edge will be a lower bounce crescent shaped surface, and then the T-Grind offers a large amount of heel relief. This grind offers the ability to manipulate the face open without increasing the effective bounce. A great asset for tight lies and also good for golfers with a steeper angle of attack.
The V-Grind is exactly what it sounds like, which is a sole that features medium to high bounce and when you look at it, it is shaped a bit like a V. A higher bounce angle closer to the leading edge will allow the sole to engage the turf quickly.
Finally the D-Grind, which is a Dual Surface Shaped grind with high bounce. A small channel in the midsole area creates two separate bounce surfaces with higher bounce in the leading edge to cut through the turf, while the extremely high bounce on the second surface prevents digging.
There is a lot going on with the technology and the fitting and we hope the video above helps give a better understanding of the Swing Match System from Edel.
Could a Wedge
Optimize your angle of attack?
Optimize your spin?
Optimize your path?
Optimize your dispersion?
Edel believes that the SMS line is the first wedge fit for your swing and it can be done with a simple adjustment.
After watching the video and seeing the grind info, where do you think you would fit? What grind and where would the weight be placed?
The Details
Available: Hitting Fitting Centers Today
Cost: $199 per wedge
Lofts: 48-60 in two degree increments
More Info: www.edelgolf.com
Unfortunately, still waiting for mine to arrive.
I have the 58 in my bag for the next round.
What do you want to know?
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Dirty! You should show the undercarriage and get @Canadan all hot and bothered.
how does the spin hold up in wet conditions? What are your got to weight settings and why?
How is spin and feel? Have you moved the weight to see affect on flight, forgiveness and spin?
For spin, I’ve not gotten on the monitor with them for full sessions yet but I can say that I saw almost 1,000 RPM when I got each one to the weight positioning that fit me best. That was mind bending for me even having watched the @Canadan video in the first post of this thread.
Im really happy I went this way to be totally honest, they’re different, but they’re just really effing good and wildly versatile. Edel has something very very very cool here, I just wish I could get down to TX to get fit by them!
I really want to, but also… other things.
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So clean.
Not enough stampy stampy.
now to find a Sparky and pitch fork stamp.
You’ll LOVE them.
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I went C and T for the concrete fairways in AZ
I want to pick C.
feeling that T is not right for Summer in AZ. @MSEASU
So will go D out of vanity.
Edit. I was talking about a 58. Eke.
I was fit into the C grind 58, T grind 54, and C grind 50.
Tough choice. Which did you try the most in the tech studio?
Went T in the 48/56, and C in the 60(62)
I think I landed on the V in the 58 degree.
For my other wedges, I normally play them more like irons (nothing greenside). I guess the closest to that would be T?
That is probably correct.
How long did they take?
That’s why I went T in the gap and sand after talking to Koske.
I’m not entirely sure how long it typically takes, because mine were built by Club Champion, then sent to Edel for stamping. Took about 4 weeks going that route. I imagine it’s much quicker if it’s through Edel directly.
Looks awesome. Love that Kinetixx shaft you have there too.
If only you had them for our best ball competition!!
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What’s going in?! Kinetixx?
Im toe weight. When chipping I have a tendency to close the face pretty fast and since that is what I would do with this club, putting it in the toe, allows for me to be aggressive and still have the face remain square to target.
No sir. Going with a Recoil Proto 95.
Should I hit the range with them? What should I look for in their shots?
How did the range go?
They really do feel a bit dense and full which offers some great feedback by sound.
I played a couple rounds this weekend – when I’ve got a bit of extra time later today, I’ll load up some thoughts.
I’m interested in a 50 deg wedge. this will be used for full swings and a lot of green side chip/pitches. So it’s a work horse club. Probably not a bunker tool.
I am "NOT steep" is a kind way to say it. The C grind description talks about being good for shallower players. But does the THP brain trust think that would be a good choice for a 50 degree and my shallow swing?
I think so.
I’m a shallow swinger and was fit for the C-grind in 50 and 58. I think you’re on the right track
I know it’s difficult to say without seeing my swing/game but does my choice sound right or am I off track somewhere? @Jman and @Canadan or anyone else really what are your thoughts?
I definitely fall into the "little to no divot" group and the C grind has been great for me. I play in really firm conditions and it feels like the grind helps it just glide right through the ball. I’ve had wedges in the past that would catch the leading edge and I’d get the chunky shots. Hasn’t been the case with the Edel. Even my typical thin miss comes out with extra spin and makes a bad shot into a manageable shot.
What questions does everyone have about the SMS wedges from Edel?