As their name suggests, lob wedges shoot the golf ball very high up in the air. They’re among the best options for anyone trying to escape difficult situations, such as with a ball lying in a bunker. A lob wedge comes with a loft between 60 and 65 degrees. These wedges are also less popular than pitchers. Not included in a standard golfing set, the wedges are only sold separately. Together with the gap wedge, they offer real improvements to the game, limiting the number of shots needed to reach the hole. The Wilson Golf Wedge above is an example of an affordable design for those on a budget.