Unlock 100% Wedge Control | How to play shots from 60 to 135 yards

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  • Опубликовано: 12 дек 2024

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  • @dudefood825
    @dudefood825 3 года назад +42

    This part of the game is grossly overlooked. I've been working my ass off on this the last few years and really noticed a huge difference.

  • @callummcelhinney871
    @callummcelhinney871 3 года назад +55

    Favourite time of the day has come. Peter finch upload

  • @joshualord986
    @joshualord986 3 года назад +34

    Pete this is fantastic to watch. Really shows how hard you're working. Love seeing your WAD

  • @Tom_Swift
    @Tom_Swift 5 месяцев назад

    For those that don't have a launch monitor, I personally just went to a par 3 course, took some scrap pieces of wood and marked them out every 5 yards and confirmed with a rangefinder. I built my matrix by hitting 20 balls for each swing type.
    I went waist to waist, chest to chest, shoulder to shoulder, and full swing. With PW, GW, SW, LW, it's given 16 different distances. (a few are the same distance, but with a different trajectory) I've printed the chart and stuck it on my push cart so I can see the numbers quickly (essential until I memorize them)
    After my matrix was done, I went back to the par 3 course and shot a bunch of balls from each distance to the flag to confirm the numbers. Everything was landing pin high from 30 yards up to 130 yards. Wedge matrix's are basically a cheat code, every single digit should be doing this.

  • @chrisk5244
    @chrisk5244 3 года назад +35

    Have to say, the filming and editing is seriously good these days 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @phillipstewart2031
    @phillipstewart2031 3 года назад +26

    Can't wait to see you in a tournament brosef, looks like you're putting in the work

  • @cormacmcmahon2727
    @cormacmcmahon2727 3 года назад +1

    I think that's one of if not my favourite videos you've ever done. Keep up the good work.

  • @drewlance5406
    @drewlance5406 3 года назад

    I'm coming back to this video to say that after watching it I went and used my Mevo + unit and started building the same type of chart you have for 4 wedges, 3 swings, 3 ball positions to help me make decisions on the course. I have played 2 rounds since starting this process and must admit that this is the absolute BEST i have ever hit my wedges. In my last round I didn't hit a wedge outside of 15ft. Thanks for making this video!

  • @ianrobertson1647
    @ianrobertson1647 2 года назад

    Obviously just going over your old videos and thought I'd share something on this. Although I've been aware of this for sometime I never got round to doing it. Recently I decided to take my SW, GW, PW and 9 iron and just measure my arm back to the 9pm position and came up with 4 distances. I haven't taken this any further but I'm stunned at how much it has improved my short game. Knowing that a 95 yard shot is my 9 iron 9pm shot just allows me to step up and my only thought is that arm position. Even if I'm pitching over a hazard I don't feel the pressure that I would have felt in the past and it really has transformed my short game. If the shot is 110 yards I just swing longer with the 9 iron and that seems to work as well.

  • @simonpower3488
    @simonpower3488 3 года назад +1

    This was the best video I have seen so far in relation to wedge play, amazing to see all the different shots available and the work required. Definitely the area where the most work is needed for me. Excellent video

  • @nightsau
    @nightsau 3 года назад

    This is almost exactly what I started doing a month or two ago but just the low-tech version at the driving range. Good to see I was on the right track!

  • @timackland5411
    @timackland5411 3 года назад +2

    Best video you have done for ages. A real area we can all work on.

  • @adammimran
    @adammimran 3 года назад

    This is incredibly validating!! I’ve been working on this system all off-season on trackman at 5iron golf. I’m getting yardages dialed in for 3 partial wedges, full swing and a sort of knockdown swing. For the partial wedges I’ve focused on 3 areas of control: club speed (considering optimal speed to dial in strike point), dynamic loft, face angle (relating to target line). It’s amazing to see the improvement in the consistency of the carry distances. I see so many teachers talking about feeling these shots, that only works for the best players in the world who can practice theses shots 4 hours a day. This system is tops!

  • @garydavis8213
    @garydavis8213 3 года назад +1

    Good lesson. I like this idea of three swings per wedge as a manner of determining the distance.

  • @jackhilditch8241
    @jackhilditch8241 3 года назад +1

    What an absolutely unreal video from start to finish! Possibly the best explained video of a what can be made to be a very confusing subject! Unreal Pete unreal sir

  • @jakebrown9619
    @jakebrown9619 3 года назад +1

    For someone who plays DRIVER then WEDGE on a majority of the holes at my local, this is exactly what I needed to watch! Getting fitted for a new 50degree in a couple weeks! So thank you Finchy for this video! Keep up the good work and good luck for the future in your PGA NR Comps!

  • @frandy1774
    @frandy1774 3 года назад +54

    I swing my driver just like Rory McIlroy!!! I could easy find someone's swimming pool instead of the fairway 😂😂

  • @GolfingMalky
    @GolfingMalky 3 года назад +1

    I made up an abbreviated WAD some time ago after watching one of your vlogs; fewer clubs, shorter distances and 2 types of swing. It's not perfect but it certainly does help.
    Seriously envious of your Golf-Cave set-up
    Cheers

  • @kevintwomey2350
    @kevintwomey2350 2 года назад +1

    I absolutely love the wedge yardage chart. When you did this before, I made my own using the swing caddie. Not as accurate but plenny effective. Improved my game by taking pressure off the rest of my game. Feeling like it’s ok if I don’t hit the green.

  • @darrenhoward6983
    @darrenhoward6983 2 года назад

    i was booking in to get my iron gapping sorted, now i will definitely be doing it for my wedges too, never considered the importance of this rather than going off feel. The devil is in the detail, great video.

  • @carollindberg4264
    @carollindberg4264 Год назад +1

    Great video. Makes your practice time very productive. Love videos that translate into better scores too!

  • @markoj4971
    @markoj4971 3 года назад

    As a 4 hcp, the basic grid is all that is needed. When I try to alter the swing or clubface, more variables come in that really don't payoff. Wind , dew, green contour or pin position, ect. play a factor too. Just what I am working on now, thanks for a great video!

  • @dickieharkness5661
    @dickieharkness5661 3 года назад +1

    I've just got myself a little book to set up a wadc and our range has fitted Trackman so happy days! I'm saving this vlog, nice work again Pete!

    • @kmdalbey
      @kmdalbey 3 года назад

      This. The Trackman ranges are a great place to develop a WADC then also practice it in the approach or points games.

  • @melabshier5812
    @melabshier5812 3 года назад

    This isn't new unless you're new to golf. Tom Kite did this back in the 80's and he wasn't the only one. But good on you for bringing this up for people to improve their short game. And yes i'm old..😛 🏌️

  • @vicstart
    @vicstart 3 года назад

    Excellent video and instruction. My Rapsodo arrived at the pro shop today so you’ve given me some work to be getting on with. Many thanks.

  • @davidroberts6549
    @davidroberts6549 3 года назад +2

    This. Enjoyed watching you and Rick playing my boyhood courses from afar, but this is a step up now in your content. Junior at West Lancs ( 30 ) years ago, and still hcp 1. This was worthwhile. A real step up . 👍

  • @jvelez1998
    @jvelez1998 3 года назад

    This is Peter at his very best!! I have missed this type of content on this channel. Though I love the 340 yd bombs, the wedge game is where shots are gained and lost. This was gold. Keep it coming. 💪

  • @ethanbuchanan4238
    @ethanbuchanan4238 3 года назад

    This video is going to help so many people who struggle with distance control and feel including myself. More videos like this one please 👍

  • @teaspoons5942
    @teaspoons5942 3 года назад

    Part of this is obviously from Pelz. He recommends 7:30, 9, 10:30 swings with what he calls dead hands which is zero tension and a smooth swing which the 10:30 swing is about 75% of full distance power swing. he also recommends having a full follow through to rule out a variable. When I first worked this out old school in 2008 with 10 meter hats with a ball every meter my numbers worked out at in meters for 4 wedges starting at 50= 57,73,87 with a full swing being 105. 54 was 47, 62, 78 with a full shot 90....60= 35, 48, 63 with full power shot 75. 64= 23, 38, 53 with a full power shot at 60. I have gone to a new configuration of 48,53,58,64 and need to redo. I'm now 42 and off plus1 and worked out more than ever I can compete wit young guns by being precise with wedges. As Pelz says, "It's not how good you putt, it's where you putt from that matters" Get inside the golden 8 rule to have a better scores. Good video Pete.

  • @BarrieFitzgerald-ch2rw
    @BarrieFitzgerald-ch2rw Год назад

    I’m watching this two years later and nothings changed for you pete

  • @goatwaterman4740
    @goatwaterman4740 3 года назад

    1 of your best informative videos yet for any and all players! Qualify all ready for the damn open!

  • @neiltaylor62
    @neiltaylor62 3 года назад

    Mr Finch your smashing driver irons are good now you sorting the wedges out I can see a trip to the Open coming soon just in time for all your supporters to get out & cheer you on after lockdown. Keep up the great work 🏌️‍♂️⛳👍

  • @sas949
    @sas949 2 года назад

    This is the best video you have ever done ! Bravo 👏 I love the scientific approach, it exactly what I want to do to improve my short game. I don’t think my swing is consistent enough to give good data ( I’m 25 HC, pensioner and only been playing 3 years) but I know that if I can improve my short game then I can lower my handicap. Thank you very much. Steve, Yorkshire

  • @seancook2264
    @seancook2264 3 года назад

    Part of the first half of my range session is to hit my 58-54-50-PW-9i-8i to the 30-40-50-60-70-80 & 90 yard markers to help create a feel for hitting different clubs a variety of distances. Looking forward to the ranges opening up in the U.K. next week with 3 rounds planned for the easter weekend!

  • @davidcarnicom5635
    @davidcarnicom5635 3 года назад +2

    I recommend building a spreadsheet with a temperature cell by which to multiply your distances. That way you can input the average temp for you round.

  • @rossc2180
    @rossc2180 3 года назад

    Best Pro on RUclips Pete 👏🏼 your videos are brilliant and provide great info. Always look forward to watching a new one of your videos. Cheers and keep up the amazing work mate.

  • @brettsiegle9163
    @brettsiegle9163 3 года назад

    Great stuff, Pete. I personally try to minimize the changes to the swing itself for the “in-between” distances. For ex, if a 54* goes 60 yds at 1/2 swing and 75 yds at 3/4 and I have a 68 yd pin, I’m looking for something between my 1/2 and 3/4 swings. A lot of times I also will rely on hand position to impact distance, so a regular grip 3/4 swing could be 75 yds, but choking up the grip a ways could take off 5 yards easy and it’s still the same swing and swing thought.
    This is where the art of the game comes in, it really is one of the most rewarding and greatest feelings!

  • @grahamb8360
    @grahamb8360 2 года назад

    Great video Pete. Really informative and as you say it's within everyone's capabilities unlike bombing a driver.

  • @kevintwomey2350
    @kevintwomey2350 2 года назад

    This video & concept is huge in dropping scores. Did it before and coming back to it now. Not only for bombers too, for any of us that Mia hit a second shot these yardages can save par 💪

  • @dfids87
    @dfids87 3 года назад +1

    Having been trying to work on this lately love the timing of this video! Quality content as always

  • @tommarkham2371
    @tommarkham2371 3 года назад +5

    I DM’d you about something like this today and what do I find a full video on it. Peter Finch taking supply and demand to a new level 👌🏻

  • @Jober12345
    @Jober12345 3 года назад +1

    Brilliant video Pete ! Love to watch your videos at the moment ! Keep up the good spirit ! Cheers Lukas

  • @zaner5000
    @zaner5000 3 года назад +4

    This is exactly what I needed. Great content pete!

  • @jagfan28
    @jagfan28 3 года назад

    These are the types of additions to your game that make all the difference! Great Content Pete!

  • @stevecassidy9019
    @stevecassidy9019 3 года назад

    Really enjoying your content and you're humor is spot on. Love it!

  • @johnstaten4864
    @johnstaten4864 3 года назад

    Absolutely loving the golf studio. So awesome you playing Vice Balls!

  • @auz139
    @auz139 3 года назад

    I LOVE LOVE LOVE this video!! SO helpful! Thank you Pete!

  • @johnmckeown1527
    @johnmckeown1527 3 года назад

    Love watching you do this kind of thing !!! Fingers crossed for you to Qualify.

  • @drewlance5406
    @drewlance5406 3 года назад

    I have a Mevo + unit in my backyard and as much as smashing drivers is fun I think I enjoy doing wedge games and par 3 courses more!

  • @scotlint9246
    @scotlint9246 3 года назад

    Great video. I tell the folks I work with the same know how far the ball carries to help lower your scores thanks Peter

  • @chrisbarton8992
    @chrisbarton8992 3 года назад +1

    Just what I was thinking I needed to work on, thanks Peter Finch

  • @Not_To_Golf_Is_Not_An_Option
    @Not_To_Golf_Is_Not_An_Option 3 года назад

    Great Video, with great content. To me it seems your Videos improved vastly over time. Compared to most other creators your quality is the reference.

  • @the2nd990
    @the2nd990 3 года назад

    I know that short game videos get as much attention as the short game practice area at my course... but, please continue with more “short game” please!!! Cheers. Sorry, did I mention, thanks for the template chart and a great video!

  • @davidakehurst8197
    @davidakehurst8197 3 года назад

    Love love love! Will be visiting a top tracer range with just my wedges to get this chart DONE! Golf returns to England in FORE days! ⛳👍

  • @danraz1420
    @danraz1420 3 года назад

    Wow great video I have a feeling this is going to totally change my game it has definitely changed the way I look at shots from 120 yds in. I’m now gonna get my own WAD and take it on the course with me! Thanks Pete

  • @The_lefthandedgolfer
    @The_lefthandedgolfer 3 года назад

    This is such a good video - really struggle with anything less than a full swing with wedges!!

  • @Shinafey
    @Shinafey 3 года назад

    I practice my wedges a lot. And totally agree with you that everyone can be good with wedges.
    I do wonder what the dynamic is with wedges off mats and turf. In my experience mishits are not as severely punished on the mats, sometimes you even get a bit more distance.

  • @markt.788
    @markt.788 3 года назад

    This video is excellent - as per usual. Love the Finch drop

  • @guyhall6592
    @guyhall6592 2 года назад

    Good stuff Pete, as usual.
    I want to play!!!
    Just picked up a new set of Kirkland Signature wedges; WAD chart coming together...hahaha
    Thanks again

  • @joemccauley1309
    @joemccauley1309 3 года назад +1

    nice video Pete, so true that's where we save the shots if you know your distances.

  • @Sreeve94
    @Sreeve94 2 года назад

    Great vid Pete, been watching a few wedge videos and this one is top. What would be great to know about know is things like spin and different flights. If you hit a lower flighted shot, does it go the same distance still? If not, how much does it add/take away? How much does wind then affect these shots? How about spin - how do you control it, add more, take it away, and how much spin are you expecting in different types of conditions etc.? I understand these are more advanced questions, but I haven't seen them addressed in many videos on RUclips at all, so would be great to hear your take on it.

  • @alexwade3631
    @alexwade3631 3 года назад

    Great timing just bought the Kirkland set - loving the videos, really getting me through lockdown ready for next week!!

  • @robjelley1138
    @robjelley1138 3 года назад

    Great video, I did exactly this a couple of years back and it made a huge difference to my wedge game and ultimately my handicap. I go went up to 8 iron with the 3 swings amazing what options that gives you out on the course.

  • @gazcarter1836
    @gazcarter1836 3 года назад

    Great content as always.......You must be a mind reader as Im struggling to find somewhere to hire to get my distances and thinking of best ways using the driving range. Wishing you all the best for upcoming comps and keep up the great work

  • @joshuawebb6586
    @joshuawebb6586 3 года назад

    Fantastic video and something I needed to see. I have just recently got a new set of wedges and don’t have the quite dialed in like I would want. Didn’t buy a quad, but I did get the sc300 to essentially do what you just described without really thinking about actually making a chart. Plan on adapting my wedge sessions moving forward and incorporating a lot of what you just went over. Thanks for the great tips and can’t wait to see some of those comp videos

  • @deviusfeilds
    @deviusfeilds 3 года назад

    Watched it ... WACD it. Great knowledge Mr Finch. It's going into the bag (of techniques. My local shop rents their fitting area out.. which has a launch monitor. I'll get the data from there.

  • @kjc9293
    @kjc9293 3 года назад

    Great explanation of a wedge scoring system!!!

  • @joshualammi5306
    @joshualammi5306 3 года назад

    Exactly what i needed. Thanks Pete.

  • @shauncarter924
    @shauncarter924 3 года назад

    Top work, amigo. I’m looking forward to following you on your journey.

  • @DanielFolsom
    @DanielFolsom 3 года назад

    A while back you did a great "Mickelson's Wedge Technique" video that was super fun. Would love to see you do other videos showing other famous various wedge techniques-Jason Day or Tiger or whoever.

  • @timchamberlain5858
    @timchamberlain5858 3 года назад

    This is my dad. He's a former PGA pro like you and has always had a phenomenal short game. I'm trying to beat him out on the course in hopes of spurning him to practice more as I think he can make the Senior PGA.

  • @willmcmurray6084
    @willmcmurray6084 3 года назад

    Very interesting , I like that set up for wedges , I must try it out

  • @semicollin4517
    @semicollin4517 3 года назад

    I’m dying for a tournament video. Thanks for the tip!

  • @maamold
    @maamold 3 года назад +1

    I'm on my way from the West Coast USA to do some wedge testing on your GC4. I'll call you when I'm almost there ...

  • @garypurchase4738
    @garypurchase4738 3 года назад

    Garmon approach Is awesome for this. Use it to learn yardage on range and then use it to give me yards on course. Mint

  • @maniacunbound
    @maniacunbound 3 года назад

    Lots of golf ranges have things like Top Tracer as well. it might not be quite as accurate for distance, but for a few quid for an hour, it can help without spending the £20 - £40 quid some pros charge.

  • @neillhobson4584
    @neillhobson4584 3 года назад

    Awesome video, same here, driving OK, wedge play atrocious! Work needed!

  • @elliottdouglass409
    @elliottdouglass409 3 года назад

    The awkwardness of Pete is the reason why I love his channel!

  • @danielclark2077
    @danielclark2077 3 года назад

    Really enjoyed that, some great insights.

  • @kevsal7346
    @kevsal7346 3 года назад

    Brilliant vid, I’ll deffo be working on this.

  • @stevewynn6937
    @stevewynn6937 3 года назад +1

    Wasn’t sure my attention span was up to listening but your skills challenge really engaged me.

  • @kyleaubu
    @kyleaubu 3 года назад +1

    I'd love to see a video on adjusting based on temperature. Say you get all these yardages down based on a certain temperature, is there a somewhat accurate formula to then adjust based on temperature?

  • @SydneyRayGolf
    @SydneyRayGolf 3 года назад

    Cant wait till you get back out on course and shoot some vids! Thanks Peter!

  • @patrickscribner
    @patrickscribner 3 года назад +1

    Great tutorial Pete, something we should all do

  • @kerrytom08
    @kerrytom08 3 года назад +1

    Great content this, didn't think you had it in you 😂. Going to take this on the home range and try to nail this down before golf opens up here because my approach stats have been "trash" 😉

  • @jksaarinen
    @jksaarinen 3 года назад

    Peter, just saying... have you heard about James Ridyard? 1 smash, 30 launch angle, 50 spin loft. It will be so much easier to control your wedges!

  • @nestitoloko
    @nestitoloko 3 года назад

    It's great to see your new videos. Love it. During this time you have learnt to act in front of camera. More relax, more natural. Huge difference. Now you connect with the public.
    I'm not taking about editing, in referring to you. Huge improvement. Keep pushing.

  • @grantcharles9471
    @grantcharles9471 3 года назад +1

    Great vlog as always an great advice. But I would love to see Rick try you 20 wedge shot skills challenge to see how he would get on with his massive hitting wedges

  • @georgehorrocksbrennan6255
    @georgehorrocksbrennan6255 3 года назад

    Best video youve done this mate !

  • @markkalinowski2180
    @markkalinowski2180 3 года назад +1

    Great video - wedge distance control is so important if you want to score decently.

  • @steveg7504
    @steveg7504 3 года назад

    Great as usual, definitely food for thought, need to find a pro who can let me loose on their kit 😂

  • @craigsharp6581
    @craigsharp6581 3 года назад

    Really interesting video Pete, like the idea of a chart too. I use the clock face method which your friend Mr Fryer showed a few months ago in a video. It helps me minimise swing thoughts at address but I haven’t practiced anywhere near enough of late. Great video Pete thank you.

  • @stealth_viper2953
    @stealth_viper2953 3 года назад

    great video Peter!!! very helpful

  • @scottrenwick1443
    @scottrenwick1443 3 года назад

    Top, top, top video!! Loved this - really looking forward to giving this a bash! Cheers Pete

  • @DomenicoIorfino6470
    @DomenicoIorfino6470 3 года назад +5

    80 Degrees C? Is Manchester sub-Saharan? 😉
    Love this video. Our range has the individual shot tracer so will be doing this very soon. Great tips. 👍

    • @auty2001
      @auty2001 7 месяцев назад

      Glad someone commented on this haha. That's 176 degrees Fahrenheit! Love the video, thanks for the help!

  • @prelude4u2nv1992
    @prelude4u2nv1992 3 года назад

    Love this...thanks for the direction...

  • @scottbutterly8997
    @scottbutterly8997 3 года назад

    Top video, To have the time for this would be Bliss. Going to try out the Rapsodo MLM.

  • @TheRenster500
    @TheRenster500 3 года назад

    My favourite part of the game is half wedges! I find it really easy to grip down on clubs to take distance off. I either hit a draw with wedges or relatively straight. Those along with 3/4s or half swings is about all i figure that i need.

  • @CrushOfSiel
    @CrushOfSiel 3 года назад

    Haven't watched the video yet but a few years ago I made my game much stronger at almost these exact same distances mentioned in the title. I went to the range a few times a week and practiced both a 'half' swing and a '3/4' swing with everything from pitching wedge to my lob wedge, I also experimented with choking up with each club. Basically measured the distance of each club and swing combo (wrote it down) and practiced all of them for months. I saw about 8 strokes come off my scores during a summer. It became very easy to hit greens, pretty much always hitting at least 10. It is such a huge confidence boost when you just know you can hit a wedge 132 yards give or take 2.

  • @kyleklein9622
    @kyleklein9622 3 года назад

    Great video. I'm gonna start on my chart now