Cleveland 588 RTX 2.0 Tour Satin Wedge Review
The evolution of the 588 RTX 2.0 wedges began when Cleveland listened to feedback from their tour players including Graeme McDowell and Shane Lowry. Their engineers were able to pinpoint the challenges players face from 125 yards and in and seek out solutions to help them score better. Throughout the entire development process, the wedges were tested by the tour players in order to provide feedback so that the 588 RTX 2.0 was the best wedge on tour.
Cleveland's three distinct grind options has made it easier than ever for any golfer to build a wedge set that maximizes performance based on turf conditions, playing preference, and skill level. The grind options are explainded in further detail below.
Full Sole (3 Dot) •••
The Full Sole Grind provides a slightly higher effective bounce, allowing players to smoothly glide through any surface with ease. Consistent sole width gives players confidence when striking their ball on full shots while maintaining versatility around the green.
Full Sole Grind is ideal for softer conditions and/or players with a steep attack angle.
Key Features (3 Dots)
- Constant Sole Width
- Higher effective bounce
- Allows the golfer to use the sole to their advantage around the greens. Full shape gives stability on full shots, however the curvature in the sole still allows player to open the face.
Standard Bounce Grind (2 Dot) ••
The Standard Bounce Grind provides a mid effective bounce, offering players a wedge that performs well in most conditions. The combination of a trailing edge grind and moderate relief from the heel and toe gives the player the perfect combination of versatility and forgiveness.
Standard Bounce Grind is ideal for a wide variety of conditions and/or players with a neutral attack angle.
Key Features (2 Dots)
- Trailing Edge Grind + moderate trailing relief
- Mid effective bounce
- All-around playability and versatility, allowing golfer to execute a variety of shots from most playing conditions.
Low Bounce Grind (1 Dot) •
The Low Bounce Grind provides the lowest effective bounce, allowing players to be aggressive from anywhere around the green. The combination of a trailing edge grind and maximum relief from the heel and toe lets the player be creative from even the tightest of lies.
Low Bounce Grind is ideal for firm conditions and/or players with a more shallow attack angle.
Key Features (1 Dot)
- Trailing Edge Grind + maximum heel and toe grind
- Lowest effective bounce
- Keeps leading edge close to ground for aggressive lob shots, yet provides stability on square-faced full shots.