Ping unveil impressive i20 range
Ping have released a new line of better player clubs.
The i20 line, which replaces the popular i15 range with immediate effect, comprises a driver, fairway wood, hybrid and iron. Ping say every design attribute – right down to the colour of the clubs – helps optimise performance.
John Solheim – Ping’s CEO – said: “In the i20 series, we’ve combined workability, distance and forgiveness with the goal to make any golfer a more versatile and complete player.
“We’ve engineered the i20s with a solid feel and generous forgiveness but also a degree of workability for the player who wants full command of the clubface for controlling trajectory and shot shape. Anyone who is passionate about their game is going to be very confident and capable with this game-improvement technology.”
The woods have a striking matt black finish. But Solheim says it is not there without reason: “The non-glare finish absorbs light, allowing the player to focus without distraction,” he said.
Below is a brief overview of the new products – check back to see in-depth information and detailed reviews.
“The non-glare finish absorbs light, allowing the player to focus without distraction.” – Ping CEO John Solheim
i20 Driver
– Aerodynamic crown for minumum drag and maximum clubhead speed for more ball velocity and distance
– 460cc head has sole weights that increase forgiveness and reduce spin for a penetrating flight
– Matt finish on head eliminates glare and distractions, helping users improve focus
– Two high-quality stock shafts – the new Project X Black and Ping’s own TFC range, which is stiffer and heavier
SRP: £299
LOFTS: 8.5, 9.5 & 10.5º
i20 Fairway woods
– Stainless steel construction and very versatile, allowing easy launch from all turf conditions and off the tee
– Compact shape ensures head glides through heavy grasses for a good launch even when the ball is sitting down
– Traditional head design with neutral weighting and a non-glare matt finish to improve focus
– Two high-quality stock shafts – the new Project X Black and Ping’s own TFC range, which is stiffer and heavier
SRP: £200
LOFTS: 14, 15 & 18º
i20 Hybrids
– Compact head and deep centre of gravity combine to offer a high launch with enough spin to land softly on greens
– Forgiveness across the clubface for more margin for error in tough lies
– More surface area low on the clubface ensures optimal launch conditions
– Straight leading edge makes aiming easy while matt finish on crown eliminates glare and distractions
– Two high-quality stock shafts – the new Project X Black and Ping’s own TFC range, which is stiffer and heavier
SRP: £160
LOFTS: 17, 20 & 23º
i20 Irons
– Progressive set design with larger, high launching long irons, and smaller short irons with less offset
– Stabilising bars and thick faces offer consistent distances and a solid feel – even though they are cast
– Tungsten toe weights improve forgiveness further while ferrules (not usually found on i irons) improve look at address
– Low-glare satin-chrome finish offers a clean look, while Ping’s CFS (control, feel, stability) shaft optimises performance
SRP: from £90 per club
AVAILABLE: 3-LW incl. UW
For more on Ping’s innovative new line, which is expected to hit shops in March, visit www.pinggolf.com
