Every week when you watch PGA Tour coverage, you’ll hear the announcers say things like:

“Jordan is pulling out the Sand wedge here…” or “JT needs to hit a perfect Lob wedge for this shot.  Scottie hit the perfect Gap Wedge”

And if you’re like many golfers I’ve talked to, you’ve probably wondered:

“What lofts are those, and how do they compare to the wedges I carry — especially my Edison 2.0s?”

It’s a great question because wedge names like Gap, Sand, and Lob describe their intended purpose, not necessarily their exact loft. And as modern iron lofts have gotten stronger, the wedge lofts behind them have shifted too.

Let’s clear it up — and show you how the Edison 2.0 lineup (including our new Edison A-S-L Scoring Set) fits perfectly into today’s game.

🏌️ The Traditional Wedge Lineup

Before “gap wedges” existed, a standard iron set ended at a 48° pitching wedge, and the next club was a 56° sand wedge. That left a large distance gap — often 10–15 yards — between clubs.

To fill that space, manufacturers introduced the Gap Wedge (sometimes called an Approach Wedge), typically in the 50°–52° range. The naming makes sense: it literally “gaps” the distance between the pitching and sand wedges.

Here’s the traditional breakdown most announcers are referencing:

⚙️ How the Edison 2.0 Wedges Compare

The Edison 2.0 lineup follows the same loft structure, but with a major advantage — every wedge is built around performance, not just a stamped number.

Instead of designing wedges around tradition or tour pros, Edison’s 2.0 models are built to give everyday golfers the same kind of spin control and trajectory consistency that Tour players rely on — without requiring Tour-level precision.

🧰 Introducing the Edison Golf A-S-L Scoring Set

To make things even simpler for golfers who prefer traditional wedge names over number lofts, Edison has introduced a 3-Wedge Set designed to give you every short-game tool you need — without overcomplicating your bag.

So, if you’d rather think in terms of shots instead of numbers, the Edison A-S-L Scoring Set is a great way to simplify your setup and make shot selection more intuitive.

Each wedge in the set still features the Edison 2.0 performance DNA — improved weighting, optimized face design, and progressive sole geometry — so you get all the spin, forgiveness, and control that makes Edison wedges stand apart.

💬 Why Tour Players Carry Multiple Wedges

On the PGA Tour, players often carry three or four wedges, but they use them for much more than just full swings. Each club serves a unique purpose:

• Gap/Approach Wedge: Flighted, controlled shots with predictable rollout.
• Sand Wedge: Everyday greenside and bunker play.
• Lob Wedge: Precise, high-spin control from tricky lies.

Tour players practice to control every yard and spin variation — but the rest of us need wedges that help our swings produce predictable results. That’s where Edison’s engineering delivers a clear advantage.

🎯 Finding Your Perfect Wedge Setup

To get the most out of your short game, check your distances and ensure your wedges are evenly spaced. Most golfers do best with a 3-wedge system, giving roughly 10–12 yards between full shots.

A simple, powerful setup could look like this:

• 49° (A Wedge): Full shots from 100–115 yards and bump-and-runs.
• 55° (S Wedge): Standard greenside and sand play.
• 59° (L Wedge): High, soft, and precise scoring shots.

With the Edison A-S-L Scoring Set, you can focus on shot creativity and confidence, not guessing which loft number fits the moment.

🔑 Key Takeaway

When you hear the announcer mention a “gap,” “sand,” or “lob” wedge, think of it as a type of shot, not a specific loft.

The Edison 2.0 lineup — and especially the Edison A-S-L Scoring Set — gives you all the precision, forgiveness, and spin control you need to make those same shots with confidence.

Simplify your bag, sharpen your touch, and start scoring with the clarity the pros play with.

➡️ Next week in Inside the Scoring Zone, we’ll break away from wedges and discuss a Fall Practice Schedule designed to keep that short game sharp.