What Does Spin Rate Mean in Golf?
By The Fairway Labs TeamReviewed
Shots & shot shapes
Golf term
Spin rate
Spin rate in practice
A wedge shot might spin at 8,000-plus rpm to stop quickly on the green, while a well-struck driver aims for lower spin, often under 2,500 rpm, to maximize carry and rollout. Launch monitors report spin rate instantly, which is why fittings now lean heavily on the number.
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