Learn about Edel Golf Wedges
In this article, we will explore the story behind Edel Golf and their innovative approach to wedge design. Edel Golf, founded by David Edel, is a company that focuses on creating custom-fit golf clubs to cater to the individual golfer. Their fitting system is second to none, and they have worked with top teachers and professionals to understand how aim biases affect a golfer’s stroke and alignment. With this knowledge, they have developed wedges that not only improve aim biases but also provide a consistent strike and ball flight.
The Beginnings of Edel Golf
David Edel started his journey in club manufacturing with Henry Griffiths, where he worked with the putter team. It was during this time that one of the engineers on the putter team realized that people have aim biases based on head shapes, lines, and hosels. This realization sparked a quest to accommodate aim biases with different putter types. David Edel’s fitting system was instrumental in this endeavor, as it allowed him to work with top teachers and professionals to demonstrate how aim biases affect a golfer’s stroke and alignment. By fitting golfers with putters that matched their aim biases and strokes, they were able to improve their performance on the green.
Innovations in Wedge Design
While working on a wedge concept with Mike Adams, David Edel noticed that traditional wedges had their sweet spot towards the heel. To address this issue, they extended the grooves out to the toe and changed the center of gravity, resulting in a more consistent strike of the ball. They aimed to create a wedge with high spin and low launch, and through experimentation with weight distribution from the heel to the toe, they discovered the significant impact it had on ball flight, path, and club delivery.
The Importance of Bounce and Weighting
Every golfer has a unique swing and approach to the game, which is why the bounce on a wedge is crucial for an efficient wedge strike. Insufficient bounce can lead to fat shots where the club digs into the turf before making contact with the ball, or thin shots where the golfer lifts the club too early. By having the proper bounce and weighting in a wedge, golfers can improve their wedge game significantly. Edel Golf understands this and offers custom-fit wedges with the right bounce and weighting to help golfers dial in their performance.
Expansion to Denver and Customization Options
In December of 2022, Edel Golf expanded to Denver, Colorado, where they established a larger build facility. With two locations now, they can provide golfers with the full experience of fitting, building, and customizing their clubs. At Edel Golf, they offer a range of customization options, including stamping and different colors, allowing golfers to personalize their clubs to their liking.
The Impact of Weighting on Performance
One of the unique aspects of Edel Golf’s wed ges is the ability to adjust the weighting of the club. By using different weights in the heel, toe, and center of the club, golfers can fine-tune their gapping, iron performance, ball flight, and spin rates. This level of customization allows golfers to optimize their clubs to suit their individual needs and preferences.