Ping Owners Thread - Forgiving and Lasting

Champion, do you know why any recent model Ping 52 degree wedge has such a big bounce? 12 degree, even more than my sand wedge.

I was at Marina Bay hitting some balls when the PING demo team setup their stuff besides me. Tried the G20 irons and I really love it! The I20 irons didn't work well for me. Did the custom fitting and got a good discount for 5-PW irons. can't wait for it to arrive 5 weeks later!

The G20 irons are more forgiving and hit further too!

I agree! I can hit a good shot almost every time with the G20 effortlessly. For the I20, it didn't work that well. I'm not good enough to use I20 for now.

Pushslice - A higher bounce angle will keep the club from digging too deeply into turf or sand.
The amount of bounce needed depends on conditions. If you play courses with soft, fluffy sand, you'll need more bounce. If the courses you play typically have harder sand, you'll need less bounce. Playing from fairway - less bounce. PING wedges can be fitted to players needs including special grind. If needed.



Snowdude Not that you are not good enough. Different heads are made for different players. You will be surprise. Last year KJ once was playing with G series after dropping Nike. Not PING Tour staff, so can't showcase his set.

is anyone using the i20 already? thinking of getting it but not sure how the CFS shafts will play ... is it closer to the NS pro with regards to launch and dispersion?

would welcome any comments thanks!

zixter,

I am playing with i20 #4-9 PW. On Control Feel Stability (CFS) shaft with S flex.

If you are asking NS Pro Reg, there are different. If you are thinking of NS Pro Stiff. It can be quite close.

CFS Soft regular - 94gm with 2.2 torque
CFS Regular - 99gm with 2.1 torque
CFS Stiff - 109gm with 1.8 torque
CFS X-stiff - 114gm with 1.6 torque
NS Pro 950 GH Reg - 95gm with 3.5 torque
NS Pro 950 GH stiff - 98gm with 1.9 torque

Launch - i20 gives a easy launch with (It because the vertical Custom Tuning Port (CTP) optimizes CG, and tungsten toe weighting elevates forgiveness.

i20 is a progressive iron set

Dispersion - comes with the correct length for each player. If a player pick a slightly wrong length club. Chances are he is struggling with accuracy.

Come MBGC Thursday to try the out PING guys will be at the driving range from 11am - 7pm.

zixter wrote:

is anyone using the i20 already? thinking of getting it but not sure how the CFS shafts will play ... is it closer to the NS pro with regards to launch and dispersion?

would welcome any comments thanks!

If u play white dot, I have 3 mths old i20 (5,7,p +1/2 in) that I may want to sell. CFS reg. I've stop playing with them and u can possibly save some $, just buy new 6,8,9 and u have a set.

Champion wrote:

zixter,

I am playing with i20 #4-9 PW. On Control Feel Stability (CFS) shaft with S flex.

If you are asking NS Pro Reg, there are different. If you are thinking of NS Pro Stiff. It can be quite close.

CFS Soft regular - 94gm with 2.2 torque
CFS Regular - 99gm with 2.1 torque
CFS Stiff - 109gm with 1.8 torque
CFS X-stiff - 114gm with 1.6 torque
NS Pro 950 GH Reg - 95gm with 3.5 torque
NS Pro 950 GH stiff - 98gm with 1.9 torque

Launch - i20 gives a easy launch with (It because the vertical Custom Tuning Port (CTP) optimizes CG, and tungsten toe weighting elevates forgiveness.

i20 is a progressive iron set

Dispersion - comes with the correct length for each player. If a player pick a slightly wrong length club. Chances are he is struggling with accuracy.

Come MBGC Thursday to try the out PING guys will be at the driving range from 11am - 7pm.

Thanks bro .. I tried and bought already .. hehe

on board bro.

I finally collected my G20 irons and they are really great! I have a question though about the irons. Before I bought the irons, the PING demo guy said that the irons will be from PING Japan (Japan spec). However, I saw the sticker on the irons and it says head made in China, shaft made in US, and assembly in US. Am I shortchanged for what I paid?

Snowdude,

No mistake. Due to production cost heads are made in China. The assembly will be in US if you are using CFS shaft and sometimes PING Japan cant catch up with order some will be pass to US.

China only do part of the head. All CTP port are kept in PING US / Japan. No one else is allow to keep stock 48 different CTP weight.

In conclusion, if its from US the label will state as you just state. If assemble in Japan it will state Japan.

You are not short change

Thanks for the clarification Champion. How do you know so much about PING products btw?

Hi Snowdude,

I am Fully trained and certified PING fitter. And been working in the industry with 13 years experience. fitting and product R&D for 2 other major brand.

We all share and learn from each other.

GO ON LEARNING FOREVER (GOLF)

No wonder you are knowledgeable on PING products.

Thanks for your tips. I'm very happy with the customised irons and I'll get my G20 driver and putter from the US next month to add to my collection.

Bro Champion

How does the i20 irons compare with the Ansers?

Yo simoner,

Anser Forged - combines a soft 8620 carbon steel with a dense tungsten sole weight.

i20 17-4 stainless steel with features like Stabilizing bars and thicker face ensure distance control and solid shot for golfers

Both designs are progress set design.

Because of the improvement in i20 bounce. The i20 does not dig in as much as Anser.

Anser has hollow-sole cavity. It pushes the CG low and back vs i20. Results in higher ball flight and softer feel shot.

i20 with Vertical Custom Tuning Port like the S56 optimizes the CG, and with tungsten toe weighting. This elevates forgiveness on the iron playability.

Anser comes from #3 - #9 PW
i20 from #3-#9 PW UW SW LW


Of course lastly the important elements $$$ Anser is price higher vs i20

wow lao hope not too much to digest.

Thanks.

I have been using the Anser for 2 years already. Hands a bit itchy since seeing the i20.

pushslice wrote:

I20 came out second to Razr Fit in trackman stats. Still waiting/looking or a used Razr fit at the right price. I20 brand new is pretty expensive.

Hi PS, how much are the retailers asking for now for the I20 driver?

Champion wrote:

Hi Snowdude,

I am Fully trained and certified PING fitter. And been working in the industry with 13 years experience. fitting and product R&D for 2 other major brand.

We all share and learn from each other.

GO ON LEARNING FOREVER (GOLF)

Where do you do your fitting?

Hi Gary,

Tech Rep like myself move around. You can catch us every Thursday Marina Bay range level 2.

There are 2 fitting location you can visit at own time own target.

1) Punggol Driving Range - check out this month Golf Tabloid

2) Bukit Batok Driving Range - ground level

Thurs evenings?

Hi guys, any ideal how much is the G20 irons cost?

Tried my Coach's Ping I15 and G15 Iron. it was so impressive, still can't forget the feel now. Well balance and sweet. Prefer I15 more than G15. But the new set is quite Ex... considering to buy a 2nd hand set...

Hi iron ball,

G20
Graphite - $251.45
Steel CFS - $197.95
Steel NS Pro - $208.65

Prices above before 15% standard discount. Fitting NO EXTRA CHARGE

Cheers