Cleveland has long been one of the shining lights when it comes to golf wedges. The release of the RTX Full-Face 2 wedge suggests that those days are far from numbered. This iteration is more than a facelift; it’s a genuine performance upgrade aimed at players who like to get creative around the greens. So, we took it out on the golf course to see how it would perform and it didn’t disappoint…
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NCG SUMMARY
The full-face grooving delivers players plenty of forgiveness across the face of the wedge. This is also ideal for players who like to open the face and play lofted wedge shots. There is also plenty of spin when opening the face and from the toe, giving more control when hitting out of unpredictable lies.
It’s good news for Cleveland enthusiasts as it still remselbles that classic look. I love the feel of these wedges and how much spin they generate. So you can be creative around the greens with this in hand.
PROS
- Full-face grooves offer exceptional spin across the face
- Forgiving and versatile
- Excellent feel and feedback, even on mis-hits
- Works well in wet conditions
CONS
- Limited grind options
Cleveland RTX Full-Face 2 Wedge Review: First Impressions
Straight out of the box, the Cleveland RTX Full-Face 2 certainly looks the part. It maintains the traditional premium aesthetic we’ve come to expect from Cleveland, with subtle detailing and a tour-level finish. But the key visual standout, for me, is the full-face groove design which isn’t just a cosmetic feature.
NCG Verdict
Performance-wise, I found the RTX Full-Face 2 really comes to life in short-game scenarios. Open-faced bunker shots, lob shots, and touchy flops all benefit from the combination of high-toe design and full-face grooves.
The full-face groove design offers a 34% larger hitting area. That means when you opt to play open face shots, as many skilled short-game players do, and strike nearer the toe, players can still get maximum spin. This is ideal for finesse shots, especially from tricky lies or in bunkers.
Supporting this is a high-toe profile, which not only provides more visual confidence at address but also redistributes mass to ensure stability on off-center strikes. That helps maintain ball speed and spin rates when contact drifts higher up the face.
Therefore, I was comfortable and confident hitting high, spin-heavy shots which are typically somewhat out of my comfort zone. The club inspires creativity and feels solid through impact, particularly from the sand and rough.
However, I do think this Cleveland wedge has one shortcoming which is the limited grind selection. Currently, Cleveland offers just two sole grind options, the S- and C-shaped, which may not cater to every player type or course condition. By contrast, competitors like Vokey, Cobra, and TaylorMade now offer three to five grind choices.
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While Cleveland believes the existing options cover the majority of golfers, I do think a broader selection would help fine-tune fit for advanced players.
Final Verdict
Overall, Cleveland has clearly thrown its engineering muscle behind the RTX Full-Face 2 wedge. From my testing the result is a club that’s confident, versatile, and spin-obsessed. I think it is a compelling option for those wanting something different from the Vokey dominance.
Cleveland RTX Full-Face 2 Wedge Review: The Details
Available: Now
RRP: £159.00 / $179.99
More information: Cleveland website / Amazon website
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