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I will be doing the frontpage review on the new i25 driver from PING alongside the irons, this one is a whole lot of interesting based on looks as well as the initial buzz we are hearing which is incredibly positive thus far.
Information on the i25 driver from PING:
For all ability levels, the multi-material i25 driver helps reduce spin while optimizing launch launch conditions for greater distance and accuracy. A high strength-to-weight ratio Ti 8-1-1 body is joined to a variable-thickness Ti 6-4 face, ensuring maximum energy transfer for generating faster ball speeds for greater distance. High-density tungsten sole weights lower the CG to reduce spin for a flatter ball flight and a landing angle that maximizes roll out. Strategic placement of the weights significantly increases MOI, which means you'll spend more time in the fairway.
The same width as a golf ball, patented racing stripes on the crown offer a visual cue (consciously or sub-consciously) that can lead to multiple benefits. They can help you aim the clubface accurately, align your body to the target, and assist in taking the club back on the proper path. All of which creates more-consistent clubface alignment at impact, a crucial ingredient to improved driving.
Using Trajectory Tuning technology, the standard 8.5º, 9.5º and 10.5º lofts are adjustable +-1/2º. The lightweight, adjustable hosel maintains the same outer diameter and mass of PING’s traditional fixed hosels and provides the benefits of adjustability without sacrificing the performance that’s often lost in clubs with bulkier designs.
To optimize performance with the i25 driver, PING engineered an industry-first shaft series that offers different weights and flex profiles without altering the club’s swingweight. Called PWR (Performance, Weighting, and Responsiveness), the shafts are matched by the weight and flex that fits the motion of your golf swing and your desired shot shape. The lighter versions promote higher ball flight and can reduce fade-type misses; the heavier versions promote lower flight and can reduce draw-type misses.
Specifications/Shaft-Options:
Initial Thoughts:
Much like the i25 irons, I was pretty critical of the look of this one initially, mainly because at first glance you see the stripes and they are just so un-traditional PING like. That said, there are WAY more subdued than the initial pic's indicated and when you read, look at, and think about it the concept makes a good bit of sense too, not much different than the different alignment aids we use on putters.
The two-tone matte crown finish is tremendous in hand and the polished sole screams modern-classic PING as well. The rear weight screw and tungsten weights on both sided of it along the real edge of the head definitely stand out but not in an abstract way, it fits well with the overall head design.
The face depth isn't as deep as I anticipated (not a bad thing at all) as it is really a tweener to what we are seeing a lot of today, not massive but not shallow either. At address the look is a good, its a solid package there and it will be nice to get it out on the course and behind a ball on the teebox.
As always, if you have ANY questions or if you have spent time with the driver and want to comment feel free to jump in here with me!
In hand Pictures:
Information on the i25 driver from PING:
For all ability levels, the multi-material i25 driver helps reduce spin while optimizing launch launch conditions for greater distance and accuracy. A high strength-to-weight ratio Ti 8-1-1 body is joined to a variable-thickness Ti 6-4 face, ensuring maximum energy transfer for generating faster ball speeds for greater distance. High-density tungsten sole weights lower the CG to reduce spin for a flatter ball flight and a landing angle that maximizes roll out. Strategic placement of the weights significantly increases MOI, which means you'll spend more time in the fairway.
The same width as a golf ball, patented racing stripes on the crown offer a visual cue (consciously or sub-consciously) that can lead to multiple benefits. They can help you aim the clubface accurately, align your body to the target, and assist in taking the club back on the proper path. All of which creates more-consistent clubface alignment at impact, a crucial ingredient to improved driving.
Using Trajectory Tuning technology, the standard 8.5º, 9.5º and 10.5º lofts are adjustable +-1/2º. The lightweight, adjustable hosel maintains the same outer diameter and mass of PING’s traditional fixed hosels and provides the benefits of adjustability without sacrificing the performance that’s often lost in clubs with bulkier designs.
To optimize performance with the i25 driver, PING engineered an industry-first shaft series that offers different weights and flex profiles without altering the club’s swingweight. Called PWR (Performance, Weighting, and Responsiveness), the shafts are matched by the weight and flex that fits the motion of your golf swing and your desired shot shape. The lighter versions promote higher ball flight and can reduce fade-type misses; the heavier versions promote lower flight and can reduce draw-type misses.
Specifications/Shaft-Options:
Initial Thoughts:
Much like the i25 irons, I was pretty critical of the look of this one initially, mainly because at first glance you see the stripes and they are just so un-traditional PING like. That said, there are WAY more subdued than the initial pic's indicated and when you read, look at, and think about it the concept makes a good bit of sense too, not much different than the different alignment aids we use on putters.
The two-tone matte crown finish is tremendous in hand and the polished sole screams modern-classic PING as well. The rear weight screw and tungsten weights on both sided of it along the real edge of the head definitely stand out but not in an abstract way, it fits well with the overall head design.
The face depth isn't as deep as I anticipated (not a bad thing at all) as it is really a tweener to what we are seeing a lot of today, not massive but not shallow either. At address the look is a good, its a solid package there and it will be nice to get it out on the course and behind a ball on the teebox.
As always, if you have ANY questions or if you have spent time with the driver and want to comment feel free to jump in here with me!
In hand Pictures:
