PXG introduces its latest full-face wedge, the Stick’em, designed to deliver a tour-inspired aesthetic combined with cutting-edge PXG performance technology. These wedges aim to provide enhanced spin, consistent ball launch, and an exceptional feel across various playing conditions. This review delves into their features and on-course performance, as evaluated by Nicola Slater.
Overview and Design Impressions
The name “Stick’em” immediately conjures images of precision shots landing close to the flag, a fitting moniker for PXG’s innovative approach. Upon unboxing, the wedges present a remarkably sleek and stylish appearance. The design maintains a minimalist profile on the back of the clubhead, allowing the distinctive full-face design to be the focal point. This full-face construction creates a larger, more inviting look at address, inspiring confidence.
The Stick’em wedges received a commendable 4.5-star rating in the NCG summary. Key advantages noted include their stunning aesthetic, confidence-inspiring look behind the ball, and excellent feel during short-game play around the greens. A minor drawback identified was the chrome finish, which could be quite reflective in direct sunlight. While tested in chrome, PXG also offers these wedges in a black finish.
On-Course Performance and Technology
PXG offers the Stick’em wedges with two distinct grind options to suit different player preferences and course conditions: the BP Grind and the S-Grind.
- BP Grind: Features a fuller, wider sole with higher bounce, making it ideal for players with steeper attack angles and for play in softer ground conditions.
- S-Grind: Offers a more tapered sole design with moderate bounce, best suited for golfers with shallower, more neutral angles of attack. This grind also facilitates opening the clubface more easily for greenside shots.
Crafted from 8620 soft carbon steel, the Stick’em Forged Wedges undergo a triple forging process. This advanced manufacturing technique creates a denser, more uniform structure within the metal, contributing to outstanding sound, feel, and long-term durability.
Testing involved extensive play on the course over several weeks, complemented by indoor studio analysis using a GC3 launch monitor and standard Titleist ProV1x golf balls. During 50-yard pitch shots, the wedges offered a very satisfying feel. Spin rates were consistently respectable, averaging around 6500 RPM, though the reviewer’s tendency to launch such shots slightly high might influence this figure.
Full swing data collected with a 56-degree wedge revealed consistent launch and carry distances. However, a wider variation in spin rates was observed during full swings compared to shorter pitch shots.
Final Verdict
PXG excels in providing comprehensive customization options for the Stick’em wedges, allowing golfers to fine-tune their short game tools. Around the greens, these wedges deliver a good amount of spin, contributing to controlled shots. While the full-swing spin rates may not be the absolute highest observed, they are sufficient for many players who prioritize consistency over maximum spin. In bunker play, the wedges demonstrated smooth glide through the sand, and the full-face design instilled significant confidence at address, particularly for challenging lies.
Pricing Details
The PXG Stick’em Wedges are available at a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (RRP) of £179.00 / $199.
