What club would golfers use from 100 yards?

The majority of golfers are going to hit their gap wedge
gap wedge
In golf, a gap wedge, also known as an approach wedge, is a wedge used to hit a shot with higher and shorter trajectory than a pitching wedge and lower and longer trajectory than a sand wedge. The name derives from the club's design to fill the "gap" between sand and pitching wedges.
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about one hundred yards. Some people call the gap wedge the approach wedge or the utility wedge, but they are referring to the same thing.
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What club should I use from 100 yards?

Your 56' or sand wedge is one of the most valuable clubs in your bag when within 100 yards of the pin. With the proper swing, you should be able to get the distance you need, with enough loft and spin to drop your ball straight into its landing zone.
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What golf club should I use for 50 yards?

So what clubs can you use to cover the 40-50-yard distance? Basically any of your wedges, including your pitching wedge. Most golfers carry a pitching wedge with around 48* of loft, along with two more wedges somewhere in the range of 52* to 60*.
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Which irons to use for what distance?

Generally speaking, a 3-wood is used for a shot in the range of 210 yards, while a 3-iron is used for a shot in the range of 180 yards. A 5-wood is used for a shot of about 180 yards, while a 5-iron is used for a shot of about 160 yards.
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What club should I use for 115 yards?

Wedges. The pitching wedge should will hit the ball 60 to 80 yards for beginners, 100 to 125 yards for average players and 115 to 135 yards for professionals. The sand wedge distance should be 40 to 60, 80 to 100 and 90 to 115.
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100 Yards and in, which club should you use, with Mark Crossfield and GolfOnline



What clubs for what distances?

With modern clubs, I always recommend finding clubs that can meet the general distances outlined below:
  • Driver - 220-250 yards.
  • 3 Wood - 200-230 yards.
  • 4-iron - 190-210 yards.
  • 5-iron - 175-195 yards.
  • 6-iron - 165-175 yards.
  • 7-iron - 150-165 yards.
  • 8-iron - 140-155 yards.
  • 9-iron - 130-145 yards.
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How far should a 7 iron carry?

Average 7 Iron Distances are following:

Beginning golfers- 100 yards (men) or 60 yards (women) Intermediate golfers- 135 yards (men) and 75 yards (women) Advanced golfers- 165 yards (men) or 140 yards (women)
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How far will a 7 iron go?

The average distance golfers hit each club varies widely. A PGA Tour player hits a 7-iron between 172-215 yards. Meanwhile, a short-hitting amateur male golfer averages 120 yards with the same club. Men, women, seniors, juniors, professionals, amateurs and beginners all hit their clubs different distances.
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How far should a 9 iron go?

For men, the average 9 iron distance is between 130-140 yards. A more experienced golfer who makes better contact and is longer, will usually hit it 135 yards and further. A tour pro will hit it closer to 150-160 yards on average. For women, the average will be around 90-100 yards.
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How far should a 5 iron go?

The average distance a male golfer can hit a 5 Iron golf club is 160 yards. A female can hit a 5 Iron 140 yards. Professional golfers are known to hit 195 to 205 yards with a 5 iron.
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How far should a 4 iron go?

4 iron: 154 yards. 5 iron: 147 yards. 6 iron: 139 yards. 7 iron: 131 yards.
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How far should a 54 degree wedge go?

How Far Should You Hit A 54 Degree Wedge? On average, golfers hit their 54-degree wedge 92 yards, but the range can vary between 75 and 110 yards. The higher number is for golfers who take a full swing with their wedge, but most golfers only take a 1/2 or 3/4 swing with their wedges.
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How far does Tiger Woods hit a 7 iron?

Club Averages

His long irons (2- to 4-iron) range from 250 to 200 yards. His middle irons (5, 6, 7) range from 208 to 172 yards. His 8-iron travels 158 yards, and 9-iron flies 142.
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Are old golf balls still good?

Do Golf Balls Have a Shelf Life? AKA: Will an Unused Golf Ball Expire? You can usually get about 10 years out of an unused golf ball, again, provided that it is stored properly. The best temperature for golf ball storage is around 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Do graphite irons go further?

The graphite shafts are more forgiving and do not sting when you mishit, and beginner golfers should take advantage of that. Also, the lighter graphite shafts make the irons go farther when hit well, so it is a win-win for golfers in the game improvement section.
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How fast does a pro swing a 7 iron?

According to TrackMan statistics, the average 7-iron clubhead speed on the PGA Tour is 90 mph. The average male recreational golfer, on the other hand, swings the same club at closer to 75 mph, which is why he hits his 7-iron about 140 yards, compared with 170 to 180 yards for the Tour guys.
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Why can't I hit my 7 iron?

The main reason why a golfer can't hit their irons consistently is due to incorrect stance, poor contact with the ball, or using an iron that is too long or short for their height.
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Do range balls go shorter?

Expect that range balls will fly 10-15% shorter than normal and if you're using a limited flight range ball, then expect 25-30% shorter distances to result.
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What club should and average man choose for a shot that is 110 yards away?

Wedges. The pitching wedge will be hitting the ball for beginners it should be 60 to 90 yards, 100-125 yards for an average players and 115-135 yards for professionals. The sand wedge distance is 40 to 60, 90-100 and 100-110 yards as per the categories mentioned above.
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When should I use 3 wood or 3 hybrid?

The main difference between the 3 wood and 3 hybrid is that the 3 wood is used for longer distances, where as the 3 hybrid is better for more precise shots. Fairway woods are generally referred to as woods in common terminology, and they are used for shooting from the fairway.
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How far should a 52 degree wedge go?

How Far Should You Hit A 52 Degree Wedge? On average, golfers hit their 52-degree wedge 100 yards, but the range can vary between 85 and 110 yards. Golfers who take a normal swing with their wedge typically end up close to 110 while golfers who take half swings end up close to 85.
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How far should a 3 iron go?

The 3 iron can typically hit the ball between 125 and 250 yards. It should go further than most irons and slightly less distance than fairway woods or drivers. The actual distance depends on the skill of the golfer and their ability level.
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