{"id":7454,"date":"2021-12-19T12:40:51","date_gmt":"2021-12-19T18:10:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/outofboundsgolf.co\/?p=1459"},"modified":"2023-10-11T08:39:28","modified_gmt":"2023-10-11T08:39:28","slug":"50-degree-distance-chart","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/outofboundsgolf.co\/clubs\/wedge\/50-degree-distance-chart\/","title":{"rendered":"50 Degree Wedge Distance, Chart, Use: How Far Should You Hit?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The 50-degree wedge is known as the “gap wedge.” It is a good fit for the average golfer. Most golfers carry a pitching wedge and a 56-degree sand wedge. Thus, a 50-degree wedge can fill the gap between both of these options. This is where its name comes from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How do you know when it’s the right time to use your 50-degree wedge? What can you expect from it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ll be exploring different scenarios where a 50-degree wedge can come in handy. You\u2019ll also learn more about this wedge, its specifications, and its advantages over similar clubs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

50 Degree Wedge Distance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

50 degree wedges usually cover around 95 yards, on average. However, it can go up to 125 yards when using certain wedges, such as the Cleveland ones. A 50 degree wedge can cover as low as 90 yards.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 50 degree wedge distance varies based on the golfer and the club they\u2019re using. Still, you can be sure that it will cover between 90 to 95 yards on average.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is a 50 Degree Wedge Used For?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

50-degree wedges were introduced to the market quite recently. Before them, we already had pitching wedges and sand wedges. There was no other wedge capable of covering the gap between both of these options at the time. Hence, the 50-degree was created for this purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also Read: Wedge Distances Chart: 48, 52, 54 Degrees (Bounce | Loft)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are the main differences between a 50-degree wedge, a pitching wedge, and the sand wedge:<\/p>\n\n\n\n