Engineered to bring golfers of all skill levels more spin and control into and around greens, PING has introduced the s259 wedge series – its next generation of custom fit and custom-built specialty wedges.
The tour-proven s259 wedges (MSRP £190) are offered in 25 loft and grind combinations in two finishes – Chrome and Midnight.
Wheel-cut grooves and machined faces combine with an advanced face-blast technology to enhance the surface texture and maximize friction at impact, generating higher spin and control for a lower, more penetrating launch. The 54-62° options feature more tightly spaced MicroMax grooves, while the 46-52° wedges are milled for greater control on full shots.
The Hydropearl 2.0 Chrome is hydrophobic, helping repel moisture for control and consistency, while the darker Midnight finish provides an anti-glare appearance.
The 8620 carbon steel head is cast and combines with a larger, re-shaped elastomer insert behind the face to produce a tour-preferred feel. The head shape captures the ball at address, and a refined hosel transition and full-length bottom groove help create a clean, square look. Progressive hosel shaping and refined heel height provide a smooth transition from wedges into short irons, and the centre of gravity locations vary by loft to match the performance intent of the wedge.
The new wedge series continues PING’s extensive offering of six grinds – S, H, B, T, W and E – with refinements to the E and T options, and the addition of 50°W and 52°W lofts which incorporate a wider, more forgiving sole. The E-grind was re-shaped in the s259 to give it a more familiar look at address while maintaining high performance from the sand and slightly open-faced shots. The s259 T-grind features a steeper trail edge, allowing the face to sit very low on open-faced shots.
Meanwhile, the new Dyla-Grip aims to advance wedge performance through hand placement indicators for more versatility around the green. The proprietary grip is ¾ins longer with a reduced taper and marked with indicators for gripping down, leaning the shaft and manipulating the face to play with more precision.
