PING G710 VERDICT

◆ Availability 4-PW, GW, SW ◆ STOCK SHAFTS Ping AWT 2.0 (s), Ping Alta CB (g) ◆ 7-IRON LOFT 29.5° ◆ FORGIVENESS RATING 4

High-handicap irons never used to look this good, and the G710s are testament to how far the category has come. We love the hollow body and fast face construction, a design method that isn’t widely available within this category. It’s not too surprising it was the second best iron for protecting carry distance drop-off. We also like how the head covertly inspires confidence behind the ball, as the dark finish very cleverly hides the size. From a weaker loft than many, it’s unfair to expect the G710 to produce the very longest carry distances for our pro. However, from experience we know at more average speeds, any distance edge is likely to be tiny. It’s also worth mentioning the Arccos shot trackers that come as standard in the G710’s grip. As well as valuable data about your own game, Ping will use the stats to influence future club designs. Very clever stuff.