Tomborg:
i guess i just need to learn to use the new clubs.
also got a new set of irons recently and got the same issues.
on the fairway, 20 yds from hole...used the PW with 22 yds reach. Aimed my shot (almost no wind) and projected for a 80% full shot...the ball travelled and rested about 12 yds from the hole...really dont get the distance estimates on me new clubs.
if i return to my beginner clubs, things travel as expected...
OK - now we start to get to the problem. You seem to be saying that you are "believing" the suggested distances WGT give you on the club and shot type you select. This is a very bad move especially on short shots.
You have used completely the wrong shot for the situation you describe.
If I am 20 yds from the hole --- I will be removing the pin and hitting my Cleveland 64 degree Wedge, Punch Shot with full backspin at 54% power (assuming reasonably flat green). I will be hoping it goes in - and expecting it to be a tap in if not. You have exactly this wedge equipped in your bag!
Under 40 yds from the hole - you should have range of shots that will knock it stone dead every time. The good clubs give you this reliability - the same shot gives the same result time after time. At this short distance, the difference from shot to shot is only perhaps 1 ft. The starter clubs are nowhere near this reliable.
You need to learn the distances on the Pitch and Punch shots. I STRONGLY suggest that you hit a few approach shots with full backspin and check out the distances. Make a chart of % power vs distances. With the Cleveland 64 Wedge these are VERY reliable.
Your idea of improving your game by going back to Starter Clubs is rubbish. The starter club results are only better if you simply have no idea what you are doing with the new club. Get the new club shots dialed in and you will never look back.
Good Luck
Happy Hacking
Neil (The Hakman)