TaylorMade Hi-Toe 3 Wedge Review
The wedge market is packed full of brilliant options, meaning when a new product is released, it is under pressure to deliver if it wants to be regarded as one of the best wedges currently available. I can confidently say the new TaylorMade Hi-Toe 3 wedge makes the grade and is up there near the top of the pile.
Joining the brand’s extensive line-up, which includes the blade style Milled Grind 3, it’s the third generation of the Hi-Toe design following the TaylorMade Hi-Toe Big Foot and the TaylorMade Hi-Toe Raw, and it really moves the user experience to another level. I tested the new Hi-Toe 3 thoroughly at Marco Simone Golf Club in Rome – the venue for next year’s Ryder Cup – and also Royal Troon Golf Club to get a sense of the performance on offer.
The first thing to say is that this wedge looks incredible. Previously, I would never have considered an aged copper finish but this has definitely changed my mind. Whether over the ball or just sitting in the bag, it’s a feast for the eyes and will blend in with the Raw face as it rusts over time.
How the standard and full face Hi-Toe 3 wedges look at address
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When it comes to wedge performance, spin is one of the most desirable traits. While some of 2022’s offerings have been a little underwhelming in this regard, the Hi-Toe 3 excelled. Having tested a few TaylorMade wedges over the years, I’m convinced this is due to the raised micro-ribs that were first introduced in the TaylorMade Milled Grind 3.
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They are positioned between the grooves to add texture to the face for increased friction and therefore spin around the green. I really felt this at work and was able to hit those low, spinny chips, even with a lob wedge.
Furthermore, on wedges of 54° and higher, full-face grooves allow for more forgiveness and spin on off-centre strikes. The taller toe design, coupled with this extra relief, is particularly useful when faced with a short shot that requires you to open the face in the bunker or the rough.
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