Ping Glide Forged Pro Wedge £199

GM Verdict

The Glide Forged Pro is a tour-inspired wedge that is designed to maximise versatility and shot-making, while also producing high levels of spin control.

We tested a 54° sample in the S sole shape out on the course and on the Foresight Sports GC2 launch monitor to capture some performance data. The S sole on the Glide Forged Pro is much narrower than on the Glide 3.0, and has less bounce, which provides more scope to manoeuvre the clubface and hit different shots around the green without the leading edge rising up too high.

You also have the option of the T sole – a more aggressive design with less bounce in three lofts up to 62° for players who like to get even more creative. You might think this isn’t enough (most brands offer at least three grinds), but in reality you can hit 95 per cent of shots with these.

Nip a few chips away and the feel is really impressive – there is a soft click as the club strikes the ball and then as the shots get longer it moves into feeling and sounding like a muscle-back iron.

The ball comes off low and then checks up, so you can fly it further than you might expect – ideal if you short side yourself. The consistency of the spin performance and resulting distance really stood out. Even in slightly damp conditions, the flight was very consistent and the ball seemed to react in the same way when it landed.

This wedge will deliver on full shots, but it is on those awkward in-between pitch shots where it comes into its own – sliding under the ball with ease. Arguably, it is not as forgiving as the Glide 3.0 and you could make a case for this wedge being aimed more