Groove sharpeners, the USGA & what it means for you.

How the USGAs decision to ban U grooves will affect the Pros and the Joes.

For those of you who have been following the story, the USGA has decided that wedges with U grooves are too effective in producing spin out of the rough resulting in easier shot making for the professionals. Their decided course of action was to eliminate traditional U grooves from competition and force the manufactures to produce clubs with a V groove or a modified less effective U groove starting January 1, 2010. What about the every day golfer? The good news is if you love your wedges you can keep them in your bag until 2024. “Clubs manufactured prior to Jan. 1, 2010 that conform to current regulations will continue to be considered conforming to the USGA Rules of Golf until at least 2024. This includes clubs purchased after that date from manufacturers' existing model ranges. So long as these clubs continue to be conforming they may be used for establishment and maintenance of a USGA Handicap Index. “Source: USGA August 5th 2008 The Bad new is if you want to replace your wedge after January 1st 2010 you will most likely not find one with the old U groove, as manufacturers will be producing new clubs to be in line with the new USGA guidelines. So what can a golfer do? Sharpen your wedges and make your favorite club last as long as possible. Wedge Doctor (www.WedgeDoctor.com) has developed the best groove sharpener for the job that we have seen to date. Their latest groove sharpener design will sharpen both V and U grooves and is very simple and comfortable to use thanks to the lengthened tool and the new comfort grips. The Wedge Doctor groove sharpener is manufactured from heat treated tool steel and is cut using the latest in EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining) technology. In fact, the company that does their metal work uses this technology to manufacture high precision parts for both the medical and aerospace industry. The Wedge Doctor groove sharpener is made to conform to USGA regulations with regards to depth and width of the grooves of the clubface and is constructed from super hardened steel with a Rockwell Hardness that exceeds most other tools on the market, allowing it to stay sharper, longer. Made in Canada, the Wedge Doctor groove sharpener will increase your chances of getting more spin from your wedge shots by returning the grooves effectiveness to the same level as the day the club was made. WedgeDoctor.com offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee and ships worldwide. www.WedgeDoctor.com

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