Cleveland CBX 4 ZipCore Wedges are the latest generation and the most advanced cavity backs yet. What’s new and improved?

The Cleveland design team have managed to improve their most forgiving wedges by adding the premium technologies that had previously been saved for the RTX 6 wedges.

HydraZip, ZipCore and UltiZip have all been included in the CBX model for the first time to add impressive spin, feel and control to add to the existing forgiveness that these wedges are all about.

What are the design changes? What improvements have been made vs the original CBX ZipCore wedges and how much better is the newest version?

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Cleveland CBX 4 ZipCore Wedges Specs & Features

The latest version of the cavity back wedges have a combination of HydraZip, ZipCore, and UltiZip technologies for an improved level of spin consistency, feel, control and forgiveness.

The CBX 4 wedges feature innovative ZipCore technology, which replaces traditional heavier steel in the hosel and heel with an ultra-lightweight yet robust, vibration-dampening material.

This strategic redistribution of mass across the toe and high on the face not only optimizes the center of gravity (CG) for enhanced strike precision but also significantly boosts the MOI.

The result is a wedge that offers both exceptional forgiveness and a sweet spot that aligns with the typical impact zone.

The proprietary HydraZip face technology introduces a dynamic blast and laser-milled line system designed to enhance surface friction.

The UltiZip face technology provides a unique sequence of sharper, deeper and more tightly spaced grooves for improved short-game spin and control.

Lofts of 44 degrees, 46 degrees, 48 degrees, 50 degrees and 52 degrees are available in a V-Shaped sole, 54 degrees and 56 degrees have an S-Shaped sole and 58 degrees and 60 degrees have C-Shaped sole.

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Cleveland CBX 4 ZipCore Wedges Review: Are they any good?

Cleveland have upgraded their cavity back wedges to be not only more forgiving, but also produce maximum spin, control and feel.

A great alternative to the premium RTX6 ZipCore wedges, the CBX 4 is a great option for mid and high-handicappers who struggle for consistency around the greens.

Improved spin and feel from this model compared to the previous version will give you much more confidence over those short pitches or approach play. All-in-all, this is a good newcomer for 2024.

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FAQs

What is the Cleveland CBX 4 Zipcore wedges release date?

The CBX4 wedges were launched in January 2024 as the latest generation of the model.

How much do the Cleveland CBX 4 ZipCore wedges cost?

The wedges cost around $199 / £160 per club.

What are the Cleveland CBX 4 wedges specs?

Lofts of 44 degrees, 46 degrees, 48 degrees, 50 degrees and 52 degrees are available in a V-Shaped sole, 54 degrees and 56 degrees have an S-Shaped sole and 58 degrees and 60 degrees have C-Shaped sole.

What Cleveland says about the new CBX 4 wedges:

“New CBX 4 ZipCore Wedges bring premium versatility and elite forgiveness together in a highly refined, sharp-looking design that blends perfectly in the bag with modern cavity back or hollow Iron sets.

“And now, these CBX series Wedges get all of Cleveland Golf’s latest tour caliber technologies (HydraZip, ZipCore, and UltiZip) to create our finest cavity back Wedge yet.

“New CBX 4 ZipCore Wedges’ cavity back construction puts lots of forgiveness in your short game. They’re plenty versatile for all the greenside plays and the occasional finesse shot. Plus, they have all the same tech as our flagship tour Wedges.

“Our proprietary HydraZip face technology features a dynamic blast and laser-milled line system to enhance surface friction, maximizing spin consistency in wet or dry conditions, and from anywhere around the green.

“ZipCore technology works in concert with CBX 4’s cavity back design—reducing vibrations while also boosting MOI—for increased feel, control, consistency, and forgiveness.

“ZipCore replaces heavier steel in the hosel and heel with an ultralightweight yet strong, vibration dampening material. Mass is repositioned across the toe and high on the face for an abundance of MOI and a CG right where you strike the ball.

“UltiZip face technology produces a specialized sequence of sharper, deeper, and tighter grooves to provide ultimate short-game spin, control, consistency, and bite.

“Sharper grooves let you slice through grass and debris. Deeper grooves create space for grass, sand, dirt, or water to evacuate the impact zone. Tighter grooves offer more serious bite and better edge contact. Plus, since they’re tighter, we added even more heel-to-toe grooves than the norm.”