Ping G425 Max fairway £299
The G425 Max is the best allrounder in the G425 fairway family, which also includes LST and SFT models. With solid forgiveness across the face and high ball speeds easily achieved, it makes daunting shots seem a lot simpler to execute.
The G425 Max is made with a one-piece face, rather than the steel-face insert used in the older G410 models, and this has increased ball speeds across the face while maintaining forgiveness. We especially noticed this on low-face strikes, a common occurrence when hitting off the deck, leading to consistently long carries and what felt like effortless launch.
Impressive versatility
The simple, clean three-dot system is great for lining up the ball in the centre of the face and definitely helps with consistency of ball-striking. Eight settings on the adjustable hosel that allow you to change the loft and lie angle make this an extremely versatile option, suitable for a plethora of situations where you need a solid club to rely on. On the most difficult of shots, this fairway wood excels and it could well become your go-to club.