Stupid Golf Question
What is club gapping?
Two clubs go nearly the same distance and one yardage has no comfortable choice
Plain answer first
The plain answer
Club gapping means checking the real carry distance between clubs. A gap wedge is one possible club used between a pitching wedge and sand wedge, but its stamped name or loft does not guarantee a particular distance.
The NPG answer
It is making sure your bag does not contain twins plus one mysterious twenty-yard hole.
When it matters
It matters when you repeatedly face a yardage that requires an uncomfortable half-swing or when two clubs produce the same result.
What to do next
Record normal carry for each club, flag overlaps and large gaps, then test loft or club changes before buying anything.
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What is club loft?
Club loft is the angle of the face that helps set launch, spin, and distance.
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