PXG Sugar Daddy ||| Wedges: Everything you need to know!
By Max Mcvittie
What’s new? How much do they cost? And, how do they perform? Max McVittie brings you the details of PXG’s latest wedge release.
The previous generation of PXG Sugar Daddy wedges were known for their versatility, and this doesn’t seem to have changed with the latest iteration. PXG say they have been engineered to be able to be used across all playing conditions to add to their versatility.
What other benefits do PXG’s new wedges offer? Let’s find out…
PXG Sugar Daddy ||| Wedges: The Technology
The new PXG Sugar Daddy ||| wedges have tighter groove spacing then the previous gen, which is designed to give them better ball control in all conditions. PXG say that this doesn’t affect their wide groove technology, which helps the grooves of the wedge to engage deeper with the cover of the ball. In turn, this helps the player to initiate more control and consistency with the trajectory of the ball, as well as the spin rate. Tighter spacing grooves should provide a more consistent spin rate and launch angle in wet or high grass conditions.
An improvement from the Sugar Daddy ||| wedges’ predecessor is the level of MOI improving in both the y and x axis’ of the club. This is as a result of PXG’s weight-saving ventures, eight grams have been removed from the middle of the club head and redistributed to the top and bottom of the club head. Higher MOI in both axis aids in more consistent distances being achieved.
The wedges have optimised their available spin rate through a progressive CG location based on loft. PXG say the CG will move higher after the removal and redistribution of weight and this will see greater performance benefit potential. A lower ball launch with more spin can be the result of a higher CG.
PXG Sugar Daddy ||| Wedges: Bounce/Grind Options
The PXG Sugar Daddy ||| wedges feature multiple different bounce/grind options: a BP-Grind, S-Grind, and C-Grind. Each model offers different performance incentives and condition capabilities and will suit different course conditions and swing types.
PXG Sugar Daddy ||| BP-Grind
Looks: Designed with a Hi-Toe profile head shape with full-face grooves.
Main attributes: Have the highest amount of playable bounce and are the most forgiving wedges from the latest range.
Who is it for?: Most suited for people with a steeper attack angle or golfers who play in more “lush” turf conditions.
PXG Sugar Daddy ||| S-Grind
Looks: Features a classic head profile. Has 10 degrees of bounce, fair amount of sole width, and a beveled lead-edge.
Main Attributes: Designed for versatility that can be effective from different turf and sand conditions.
Who is it for?: Has a flexible audience range, and can be used by a wide range of swing styles and in different course conditions.
PXG Sugar Daddy ||| C-Grind
Looks: Has a classic head look to the club face and has standard-length grooves.
Main attributes: Designed to use from firmer turf and sand conditions, as well as tightly mown areas.
Who is it for?: More suitable for golfers with a more-shallow angle of attack. Helps those golfers hit more creative shots around the green.
PXG 0311 GEN7 Irons: The details
Available: 7th August.
SRP
PXG Sugar Daddy ||| Wedge Chrome: £279
PXG Sugar Daddy ||| Wedge Xtreme Dark: £329
More information: PXG Website
Max Mcvittie
A bit of a late bloomer to the game of golf, Max fell in love with the sport when he attended Saturday coaching sessions down at his local golf club after being inspired by friends and family members.
Max has remained a member of Eden Golf Club in Carlisle for a number of years now as he looks to get his handicap down into single figures. Most of his golfing career has been spent battling a permanent slice off the tee, which has led to some ugly rounds.
Having studied at the University of Sunderland, Max is starting out his dream career in sports journalism. During his time at university, he picked up valuable work experience at Reach PLC, BBC Radio Cumbria and GiveMeSport, whilst also getting work published in the Teesside Live. He also spent time working at a local weekly newspaper, Eskdale and Liddesdale Advertiser, as a general news reporter partially covering some local sport just north of the border in Langholm.
Max has just started his journey with the NCG working as the assistant equipment editor. He looks forwarded to reviewing the latest golf equipment, taking up an interest in reviews when buying his first golf club, a Cleveland RTX wedge.
With his bag not going under too many changes throughout the last few years, Max carries an M3 driver, M2 hybrid, a set of M2 irons, Callaway Jaws wedges and a TaylorMade Spider putter. And yes, Max is a bit of a self-proclaimed TaylorMade fan boy.
