Ping continues its success in the game-improvement iron category with their new G20 irons. The engineering department at Ping had a huge task in front of them when they were asked to design something to outperform the popular G15 irons. With improvements in some key areas like feel, distance, and overall performance, the resulting G20 iron is shaping up to be one of the most forgiving and easiest to hit irons for the coming 2012 season.
While the look of the iron might not seem radically different than the G15, the benefits of the G20 lie deeper than just it’s looks. Materially, the G20 irons are still made of a very high quality 17-4 stainless steel that promotes solid shots and tremendous performance. The feel of the new G20 irons are much different from previous models because of the refinement of the Custom Tuning Port (CTP). Ping has used the CTP technology dating all the way back to their I3 irons. This version is described as “floating” in the back cavity, which allows for a thinner clubface, leading to more ball speed and distance. The primary CTP device is now partnered with two other multi-material “badges” that provide the softer feel and enhanced the overall sound of the club at impact.
While the G series has always been geared toward game-improvement and helping golfers hit more consistent, better performing shots, the G20 provides enhanced accuracy and better control than previous models. The change is due in large part to the increased moment of inertia (MOI). With the thinner face and a deeper cut in the back cavity, the engineers were able to lower the center of gravity and pull weight further back for added stability upon impact.
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