SocketRocket
Ryder Cup Winner
I guess that when you are sliding the UW down the tray the shaft is more forward and you have taken loft of the clubface. This will launch it lower as it is making an oblique contact with the ball.Gary / James - yes i think you are not far off there.
The vid clip of james is interesting
I will look to see if i can find on t'interweb a clip of a 6 iron (say) or a club with a downward path at impact - the lob wedge clip is horizontal (possibly even rising) at impact.
Today, back in experiemental mode in teh hall again but using stripey sponge balls off the hardwood floor. i slid my U wedge along the floor (to ensure a horizontal attack) and observed quite noticeable backspin and launch. I then slid the club down a tray at about circa 5-10 degrees, placed to try and ensure that the club hit under the equator.
I definitely observed a much lower laucnh angle, and for what it's worth, felt more resistance on impact.
havent worked that all out yet - when i've had enough wine i'll have a think about it
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