CARLSBAD, Calif. (August 13, 2026) — TaylorMade Golf announces the launch of Hi-Toe 5, the next generation of the brand’s signature Hi-Toe wedge line and the #1 Forged Wedge in Golf™*. Joining MG5, Hi-Toe 5 wedges are built on a fully forged platform, paired with full-face saw-milled grooves and a family of five sole grinds engineered to cover the full spectrum of swing types, turf conditions, and short game demands.

Each wedge in the Hi-Toe 5 family is forged from soft carbon steel, giving golfers the world-class feel they demand on short game shots. Additionally, the forging process enables engineers to exact every aesthetic detail during production. The construction marks the completion of TaylorMade’s Forged Family, joining the brand’s MG5 wedge line to offer a fully forged short game system from gap wedge through lob, built on the same construction philosophy across both franchises.

FULL-FACE SAW-MILLED GROOVES

A second major design element is the full-face groove pattern. The same new saw-milled grooves in MG5 are now employed in Hi-Toe 5, and extend from heel to toe across the clubface, engaging the upper portions of the extended toe characteristic of the line. The saw-milling process allows engineers to manufacture grooves with steeper sidewalls and sharper internal radii than conventional milled grooves. The result is increased friction at impact and more spin and control.

RAW FACE AND SPIN TREAD TECHNOLOGY

To deliver spin consistently, Hi-Toe 5 features a RAW face finish in combination with proprietary Spin Tread Technology. The RAW face is engineered to increase spin in both dry and wet conditions.

Even the smallest amount of moisture, like dew on the grass in the morning, can decrease spin on wedge shots. To help retain spin in wet conditions, Spin Tread Technology, a system of laser-etched micro-channels integrated into the face, redirects moisture away from the contact point at impact, operating on the same principle as an automotive tire tread displacing water on a wet road. The combined effect is consistent ball-to-face friction across all types of playing conditions and increased spin and control.

FIVE SOLE GRIND CONFIGURATIONS

Hi-Toe 5 is offered in five sole grind configurations, each engineered for a distinct combination of swing type, turf condition, and playing style. Four configurations are available in the standard line: ATS, ATV, ATX, and ATW. The ATC grind is offered for right-handed players in both custom options and in the MyHi-Toe 5 wedge personalization program.

ATS is TaylorMade’s most popular grind and is engineered to fit a wide variety of swing types and playing styles. The four-way cambered sole is designed to deliver versatility on shots played from both open and closed face positions.

ATV is an iconic grind that combines a concave sole shape with asymmetric bounce (mid-to-high in the square position and lower in the open position) and a beveled leading edge that minimizes turf interaction prior to ball contact.

ATX is a mid-high bounce design built on three independent sole ledges working in sequence. The leading edge provides forgiveness for steeper attack angles, the center ledge stabilizes through impact, and a narrowed trailing edge facilitates a quick exit from the turf.

ATW is the widest, highest-effective-bounce sole in the family. It is engineered for maximum forgiveness, especially in soft conditions and out of bunkers, particularly for players that like to play with a square face and are looking for the most error-tolerant configuration in the lineup.

ATC is a low-bounce configuration featuring a reverse-C trailing edge and a narrower overall sole width. The design improves stability and contact quality on tight lies, particularly for players with shallow angles of attack. A narrow leading edge supports clean ball contact on firm turf.