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A wedge that will benefit any handicap golfer – meet the Ping S159 and wedge fit app

published: May 7, 2025

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updated: Mar 24, 2026

A wedge that will benefit any handicap golfer – meet the Ping S159 and wedge fit app

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A wedge that can benefit any handicap golfer and with the Ping wedge fit app you can get the perfect wedge match for your game.

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  • Ping s159 wedge review: first impressions
  • Ncg verdict
  • Final verdict
  • Ping s159 wedge review: the details

Wedges are a fairly unique club, where minor adjustments in grind, bounce, or material can mean the difference between scrambling for par and walking off with a double. With the Ping S159 wedges, Ping has developed a golf club that can be tailored to a wide variety of players and playing conditions. So, how does it perform. Read our full Ping S159 wedge review to find out…

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5 star review
NCG SUMMARY

Ping’s S159 wedge line is one of the most complete and versatile offerings on the market today. Whether you’re a golfer with a precise short game or someone simply looking for consistency and forgiveness, the blend of grind options allows Ping to deliver in every scenario.

With superb feel, excellent turf interaction, and standout bunker performance, I think this is definitely a tour-worthy performer that’s accessible for club golfers, especially when paired with Ping’s clever Wedge Fit App.

PROS

  • Looks great
  • Soft yet solid feel
  • Brilliant spin control

CONS

  • None
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Ping S159 Wedge Review: First Impressions

The Ping look

For golfers who have fond memories of Ping’s earlier wedge lines like me, the S159 will feel like a homecoming of sorts. To me, there’s an unmistakable Ping DNA in these wedges, but they’ve been brought into the modern era with sharper aesthetics and thoughtful performance upgrades.

Chrome or black

The straight leading edge is one of the standout visual features, lending confidence at address and simplifying alignment. I like how the club’s profile is clean, understated, and premium, especially appealing in the bag or behind the ball. It is available in two finishes, Hydropearl 2.0 Chrome and Midnight black, they certainly cater to both traditionalists and players who like a stealthy look.

NCG Verdict

Wheel-cut grooves

One of the headline technologies in the S159 is the introduction of “wheel-cut” grooves, tailored by loft. The grooves vary in shape and size depending on the wedge’s intended use. Lower-lofted wedges, like the 50° or 52°, are designed for full shots, while higher-lofted models, such as the 58° and 60° options, prioritise maximum spin on delicate greenside work.

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Soft feel

The body is crafted from 8620 carbon steel, which helps to deliver what I thought was an exceptionally soft feel without sacrificing feedback. Around the greens, the wedge feels incredibly responsive. There’s a palpable sensation of the grooves gripping the ball, offering confidence when executing high-spin chips or pitches.

Passing the sand test

Out of bunkers, I used a 56°. It was excellent. I could feel the wedge glided through sand effortlessly, showing how grind and sole width work together to enhance forgiveness and playability.

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Ping wedge fit app

Ping has also pushed boundaries off the course with their Wedge Fit App. By answering a few targeted questions about your game, from course conditions to swing tendencies, the app recommends an ideal wedge setup, including lofts, bounces, and grind options.

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It’s an innovative, accessible tool that helps golfers get dialed in even without visiting a fitting center. At the moment, few competitors offer such a comprehensive online wedge fitting tool, and it demonstrates Ping’s commitment to tailored performance.

Final Verdict

A wedge for any handicap golfer

Overall, the Ping S159 wedge isn’t just a step forward, I think it’s a statement in the wedge market. It posses a refined feel, exceptional versatility, and is an all-round fitting tool that will empower golfers.

Whether you’re a scratch player looking to fine-tune your short game or a club golfer seeking consistency and control, the S159 should be at the top of your testing list.

Ping S159 Wedge Review: The Details

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RRP: £159.00 / $179.99

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Jack Backhouse

A member of the PGA for 13 years, Jack has lived golf for more than half his life. Inspired by Tiger Wood’s winning putt at the 2008 US Open, an obsession began with watching slow motion golf swings on the internet and reading What’s In The Bag articles in magazines.

Not destined for a life behind the desk in a pro shop, Jack has focussed more on coaching, working closely with regional teams in North Yorkshire and helping golfers of all levels on their journey to enjoying playing the game more. Jack has coached many junior golfers into the county teams, and once worked with a player at the 2018 Open Championship at Carnoustie.

After letting his game fall apart prior to COVID, Jack rediscovered his love for playing golf after joining Silloth Golf Club in 2020 and whipping round the windy, firm links course. Playing regularly with a half set of clubs he has a passion for shot making and developing skill, and claims to have the sharpest 30-100 yard game in the North of England (only because he doesn’t know anyone in the South), and now maintains a +1 handicap at a club much closer to home, Sand Moor GC.

Jack has always tinkered with his equipment, once building his own Frankenstein one length set of clubs after watching Bryson DeChambeau burst onto the scene after winning the US Amateur. He firmly believes in getting custom fit and is happy to debate anyone about blade irons being superior to any other iron category.

Jack loves: playing quickly, 2 ball golf, match play, heathland courses, pencil bags, foursomes, Tiger Wood’s swing 2005-2009.

Jack hates: buggies, unnecessary trees, giving shots, the 7 iron loft debate, graphite shaft lovers weird superiority complex.

What’s In Jack’s Bag:

Titleist TSR2 Driver

Titleist TSR2 Fairway wood

TaylorMade P7MB 3-P

Titleist SM10 wedges

TaylorMade TP Reserve Blade putter

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