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What Is Golf Club Gapping?
Golf club gapping refers to the distance differences between each club in your set. Ideally, every club should produce a consistent and predictable distance gap usually 10–15 yards from the next one. This ensures you can cover every yardage on the course without large overlaps or big distance voids.
We precisely adjust your clubs in our workshop to create perfect distance spacing between each club. By checking and fine-tuning lofts, lies, and overall set makeup, we eliminate overlaps, fill distance gaps, and ensure every club performs exactly as it should. The result is a fully optimized set that delivers predictable yardages and better on-course control.
Why Proper Gapping Matters
● Better Distance Control
Even spacing between clubs means you always have the right tool for the shot, reducing guesswork.
● More Consistent Scoring
Balanced gaps help you avoid “in-between” clubs and allow more confident approach shots.
● Optimized Set Makeup
Gapping helps you decide the best mix of woods, hybrids, irons, and wedges based on your swing.
How Gapping Is Measured
A typical gapping session uses a launch monitor to track the carry distance of each club. A fitter or coach will then identify:
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Clubs that go too close to each other
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Clubs with big yardage jumps
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Loft gaps that may need adjusting
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Opportunities to add/remove clubs
This process may include bending lofts, switching shafts, or adjusting the number of wedges or hybrids you carry.
Ideal Gapping by Club Category
Woods & Hybrids
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Should create smooth progression from driver → fairway woods → hybrids
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Prevents overlap between similar-loft clubs
Irons
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Typically 3–5° loft separation
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Yields consistent 10–15-yard distance steps
Wedges
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Often the most important area to gap
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Common setup: Pitching Wedge → Gap Wedge → Sand Wedge → ob Wedge
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Each wedge should serve a specific distance and trajectory.
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Signs You Need a Gapping Check
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Two clubs fly the same distance
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A large jump between long irons or hybrids
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Your wedge distances feel unpredictable
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You’ve changed your swing, strength, or equipment
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You’re playing wiht older clubs with inconsistent lofts
