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Was just thinking the same thing. Though if performance was equal, I’d take the ES21 due to looks. I need a new 58*, now I have a couple options to consider.
Cleveland CBX ZipCore Wedges
Was just thinking the same thing. Though if performance was equal, I’d take the ES21 due to looks. I need a new 58*, now I have a couple options to consider.
I’d have to see them in person to judge looks. I do like a black finish.
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Well, I didn't start the week planning on spending $450.00 on wedges but, here we are. I've already got them loaded in the cart. Once I finish Christmas shopping, a 50, 54, and 58 are in the bag.
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Very different animals.
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Ooooooooh! Nice!
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How so? Going to hit both when I have the chance.
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ES21 is not really a perimeter weighted forgiving wedge.
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ES21 is about getting the CG as centralized as possible for the most consistent spin as possible, it’s not a perimeter weighted design. The CBX offers legit perimeter weighting, it’s a forgiving wedge design.
Thanks for the write up! I’m excited to check this one out, a new wedge set is top of my list this year and I want to go to the CBX in my gap wedge. It really sounds like Cleveland is going the extra mile to make these look and perform like a traditional wedge. I hope they have a wide range of options for stock shafts.
How would these compare to the Edel SMS wedges in forgiveness? Are the Edels perimeter weighted?
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The Edel have moveable weights, but are not a perimeter weighted wedge. They’re different beasts, the CBX is a forgiving wedge which at setup looks quite traditional. More golfers should look at these to be honest.
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This sucks. I looked at Cleveland's website because I'm not liking my RTX4 in 58* and, while they show a 58* CBX Zipcore, it's got a steel shaft. In lefty.
I don't want steel shaft. I want graphite. But it's not shown for the 58. It's there for the 56*.
Would a 56* CBX zipcore be close enough to my 58* RTX4 that I won't notice it too much?
I don't want steel shaft. I want graphite. But it's not shown for the 58. It's there for the 56*.
Would a 56* CBX zipcore be close enough to my 58* RTX4 that I won't notice it too much?
"ultizip" has quickly jumped into top 5 buzz words of all time.
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Yup, this one is awesome, it’s why I made sure to have it in the article!
Just an FYI. If anyone is ready to pull the trigger on these or any other Cleveland products, I’m giving away a 40% off code that I won’t be using.
I took a long look at them at the PGA Tour SS last night. They are nice, but I actually prefer the look of the CBX2's I already have. Since they are still in great shape, no reason to switch at this time. I did snag the last 60* CBX2 that they had on the clearance rack for $109. That completely converts all my wedges to the CBX2 family....
Ugh. I am always very careful about making sure I don't leave a club behind. But today I did it and left my CBX2 56* on the course. Nobody turned it in this afternoon. If it doesn't pop up Sunday, I may be treating myself to a Zipcore to replace it....
So I might have been wrong about this take. I had one in hand today and the back looked sharp in person.
Also, at address, no way I could tell you the difference between ZipCore and the CBX Zipcore....
Sadly my CBX2 56* was never turned in. I replaced it with a CBX Zipcore. I've had a couple of practice sessions and 2 rounds with it. Other than feeling slightly softer than the CBX2, I really don't see a difference.
If someone doesn't have a CBX/CBX2 wedge, I think it's definitely worth looking at. I don't think it's a clear upgrade from the CBX2. If you had some older CBXs and just wanted a refresh, they may be worth considering.