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Posted: November 5, 2010
Do you ever wonder what inspires Master Craftsman Bob Vokey while behind the wheel working on the perfect grind for his next wedge? After sticking a shot close with your trusty Vokey wedge, do you ponder how all of the elements of club design worked in perfect harmony with your swing? Do you want to know how “The Voke” comes up with his masterpieces? Well, we’ve got some great news for you… The one and only Bob Vokey will be answering questions during a live webcast on Tuesday, Nov. 16, at 6 p.m. EST (3 p.m. PST), with our friends over at GolfWRX. (Click here to go to GolfWRX for more details.) And before “The Voke” goes live, we are giving members of Vokey Nation and Team Titleist the chance to have their questions answered first. Next week, we’ll be stopping by WedgeWorks, our high performance custom shop in Carlsbad, Calif., for a little fireside chat (minus the fire) with Bob, made up entirely of your questions and his answers. He won’t be able to answer them all, so make sure your question is a good one – Bob is going to handpick the ones he answers. And by the way, if your question is picked, you’ll also receive a special gift from Bob and the Vokey Wedges Team. (Hint: You can wear it on your head.) Simply post your question in the comments section below we’ll take care of the rest.*
*Please note: The Voke has finished reading all of your questions and has chosen the ones he is going to answer. He thanks everyone for the overwhelming response and looks forward to answering more of your questions in the near future. Stay tuned for Bob's answers later this week right here on Team Titleist!
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The best wedges I've played was a set of Vokey 200 Series. 254.10 & 260.06 in the Raw Finish from a few years ago.
My question is why that Raw Finish was removed from the Vokey lineup, and whether it will ever come back to the marketplace (specifically for Left Handers!), since it appears from the photos on GolfWRX that a lot (if not most) of the PGA Tour players still play the Raw Finish. Thank you.
Todd Sturgis.
Todd S wrote on November 5, 2010 at 9:11PM
Bob,
I've gamed your wedges in Tour Chrome, Black Nickle & Oil can. I really like the Black Nickle!
Will we see that finish in the wedge works? & Do you have any plans on doing a Copper plated series? I'd love to watch the shiny copper develop to a rich patina on my Voke's
Hope to hear from you!
Larry
Larry M wrote on November 5, 2010 at 9:13PM
Do all tour pro's carry a Lob Wedge and should I have one in my bag? I'm a 3 handicap.
Scott P wrote on November 5, 2010 at 9:16PM
In your opinion when it comes to choosing/playing wedges, which is more important, the bounce or the grind of the wedge? Also, does this change if wedges are added subtracted from your bag? (i.e. 2,3, or 4 wedges)
A.J. B wrote on November 5, 2010 at 9:20PM
We know club fitting is important. But when it comes to wedges that can be utilized in many different ways are there any different or additional aspects that should be consider than just loft, lie, length and bounce?
Greg C wrote on November 5, 2010 at 9:21PM
I have a question of a very technical nature.
Mr Vokey, you have always been one of the good guys out there, and a wonderful gentleman. You have always had time for the little guy like me, and I really appreciate it. My question: How are you? How are you feeling? You look great!
Kevin
Kevin C wrote on November 5, 2010 at 9:25PM
Will adding additional legal groves on the face of the wedge increase the spin of the ball?
Bob H wrote on November 5, 2010 at 9:36PM
Dear Mr Vokey, When designing a wedge what do you feel is more important in the design phase; the face and grove layout or the bottom edge/back cavity.
andrew w wrote on November 5, 2010 at 9:44PM
Mr Vokey.
With the way clubs are changing these days to match the ever increasing talents of the younger players. How do you keep up with picking the right technologies to match the players? (New metals, grinds, etc.)
T.Tiger wrote on November 5, 2010 at 9:49PM
Bob
Some teachers promote hitting bunker shots with the sandwedge face open. More recently, I have seen many teachers recommend that the wedge be played square. Both theories argue that it is the way the bounce on the wedge was meant to be used. Any thoughts you have might help me at least stick to one method.
Thanks
Kevin N wrote on November 5, 2010 at 9:49PM
Bob, First off Thanks for your creative engineering that led to most trusted wedges in golf. I was wondering what kinds of design challenges are presented when creating a wedge that meets the exacting demands of a touring pro, but has the forgiveness and playability for the weekend golfer? Are there special considerations that you have to take for the professional that you need to adapt to the amateur? I understand there are certain compromises that one must make for workability versus forgiveness, can you describe that process for me. Thank you very much!
Thomas V wrote on November 5, 2010 at 9:53PM
Bob,which is better for bunker shots around the green-56 or 60 degree wedge with the grooves that you have now on your Vokey wedges?
earl t wrote on November 5, 2010 at 9:55PM
Mr. Vokey, I love your wedges and the personalization you put into every single one. I have a one of a kind TVD and have had numerous hole outs, it is my favorite club in the bag. Im not a tour player and don't have the access they do, I was wondering if you ever thought about doing a refinish center/ customization shop kind of like scotty is doing. All I want is a clean TVD with plenty of grooves, so I can continue to get those crisp hole out shots. Thanks
JAK wrote on November 5, 2010 at 9:55PM
I like the feel of the AP2 irons with the low center of gravity. I play Vokey wedges (52/56/60 degree) and I was wondering if you plan on placing weight low in the heads to simulate the feel of the irons?
Tim wrote on November 5, 2010 at 9:55PM
In one word (if possible) what could summize your design philosophy?
Kris L wrote on November 5, 2010 at 9:59PM
My question to Mr. Vokey would be this. It's a multiple question but here goes: When choosing a finish for your wedges, do you consider the Sun it's blinding glare? If so why or what is the reason for even having a wedge with a shinny chrome finish? To me it just makes common sense to have a Satin,Raw, or Black colored wedge. I'd love to hear your opinion on this as we know there are lots of players playing Chrome plated wedges on tour. Aslo what is your personal favorite finish on the wedges you make for your own bag?
Thanks, Tim
PS: I also submitted this at golfwrx.com as well.
TWshoot67 wrote on November 5, 2010 at 9:59PM
Mr. Vokey,
I'd like to start off by saying that I'm a big fan and your wedges are a big part of my being able to break through to the other side of zero (+2.5) in handicap. My question is: What is your farvorite part of fitting a wedge or set of wedges to a player? Is it the loft combinations? Tinkering with the bounce? I'd be interested to know!
Play well,
David
JAK wrote on November 5, 2010 at 10:02PM
Mr. Vokey, I have two of your wedges in my bag and really like them. I learned to play golf before lob wedges became popular and still find it easier to use a mid loft (53 or 54 degree) wedge for many shots around the green. With a mid-loft wedge I can open the face different amounts for different shots. If I try to use a lob wedge instead, I tend to leave the ball short of the hole. Can you give any advice on how I can use a lob wedge more effectively for many of these same shots?
William P wrote on November 5, 2010 at 10:04PM
With all of the different wedges on the market what is your goal for making your Titleist wedges better than all the competitors?
Stuart M wrote on November 5, 2010 at 10:10PM
First of all the Vokey wedges are fantanbulous! My only complaint is that I notice dents & nockes on the grooves. I also notice a little rusting on the grooves. I only get to play once ( rarely twice) per week. I'm sure that this should not happen being that I bought the 50/56/60 degree wedges just 6 months ago. What can I do to protect the clubs from this continuing to happen?
DANNY wrote on November 5, 2010 at 10:13PM