How far should you hit each of your wedges? There’s no straight answer because your wedges distances tend to be determined by your ability.

The distance a golf wedge can cover depends on several factors, including the type of wedge, the skill level of each golfer and the swing speed.

Professionals on the PGA Tour, for example, can hit their pitching wedges more than 160 yards if needed while an amateur simply cannot anywhere close.

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Average Wedges Distances of Handicap Golfers

Pitching Wedge (PW): Usually has a loft between 44 degrees and 48 degrees and an average golfer can expect a pitching wedge to cover 100-125 yards.

Gap Wedge (GW): Also known as an approach wedge, the gap wedge typically has a loft between 50 degrees and 54 degrees. This wedge is used to fill the “gap” between the pitching wedge and sand wedge and typically covers 90-110 yards.

Sand Wedge (SW): Usually has a loft between 54 degrees and 58 degrees. It’s primarily designed for bunker shots but also useful for short approach shots and chipping. Average distances range from 80-100 yards.

Lob Wedge (LW): With a loft between 58 degrees and 64 degrees, a lob wedge is used for high, short shots to overcome obstacles close to the green. It can be used from further out with average distances between 60-80 yards.

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Pitching Wedge Distances by Handicap

A pitching wedge can have a loft between 44 degrees and 48 degrees depending on preference and can there have a varying amount of distance.

Beginners: Might hit a pitching wedge around 60-80 yards. Beginners often have less consistent swings and might not yet have developed the technique to maximize distance.

Average Golfers: An average handicapper can expect to hit a pitching wedge between 80-110 yards.

Low Handicap Amateurs: Can typically hit a pitching wedge from 110-130 yards thanks to a refined technique that can generate more power and accuracy.

Professional Golfers: Professionals can often hit a pitching wedge 130-150 yards, and sometimes even beyond. Their swing mechanics and club control allow them to achieve greater distances.

50 and 52 Degree Wedge Distances by Handicap

Depending on bag set up, some golfers will opt for a 50-degree gap wedge while others will have a 52 degree option.

Beginners: They might hit a 50 or 52-degree wedge around 50-70 yards.

Average Golfers: Typically, handicap golfers can expect to hit a gap wedge between 70-90 yards with decent enough control

Low Handicap and Professionals: The better players can usually hit a gap wedge from 90-110 yards, sometimes even further.

56 Degree Wedge Distance by Handicap

Beginners: Often hit a 56-degree wedge around 40-60 yards. Beginners might not have a consistent swing, which affects the distance and accuracy.

Average Golfers: Typically, average golfers achieve distances between 60-80 yards with a 56-degree wedge using a sand wedge.

Low Handicap and Professionals: Can usually hit a sand wedge 80-100 yards, and in some cases even further.

60 Degree Wedges Distances By Handicap

Beginner Golfers: Often hit a 60-degree wedge around 30-50 yards. Beginners might struggle with consistency due to less refined swing techniques.

Average Golfers: Typically achieve distances between 50-70 yards with a 60-degree wedge. This level of golfer have a decent command of their swing but might not generate the same power or have the same level of control as more advanced players.

Low Handicap and Professionals: Can usually hit a lob wedge 70-90 yards, sometimes even further. These players have mastered swing mechanics and can generate more power and control.