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USA Today
4 days ago
- Automotive
- USA Today
New Ping irons, Cobra x Chipotle, and more
New Ping irons, Cobra x Chipotle, and more This week's Get Equipped newsletter highlights new Ping i240 irons making their PGA Tour debut, Cobra collaborating with Chipotle, and more. Titleist brought its next generation of T-Series irons – the updated T100, T150, T250 and T350 irons, along with the T250•U and U•505 utility irons – to the Charles Schwab Challenge last week. Twenty players in the field added at least one of the new clubs to their bag, including Bud Cauley, who finished third (T250 3- and 4-irons), and Aldrich Potgieter, who finished T-6 (T250 2-iron; T100 4- and 5-irons). This week at the Memorial Tournament, Ping is bringing the new i240 iron and the iDi driving irons to the PGA Tour for the first time. We're still about two months away from the British Open at Royal Portrush, so if you thought the surge in demand for high-lofted fairway woods was going to kill off driving irons, think again. Brands are still making clubs for fast-swinging players who want a low-launching option off the tee that still allows them to shape the ball right or left. The best way to find the ideal clubs to bridge your fairway woods to your iron set is to work with a good custom fitter, but here are a few general concepts to keep in mind: Fairway woods : Even with the same loft, fairway woods, which typically have the widest sole and a center of gravity that is lower and farther back, are more forgiving, create the most distance and send the ball higher than hybrids or driving irons. : Even with the same loft, fairway woods, which typically have the widest sole and a center of gravity that is lower and farther back, are more forgiving, create the most distance and send the ball higher than hybrids or driving irons. Hybrids : The Swiss Army knife of golf equipment, hybrids are easier to hit than long irons, can be used off the tee and from the fairway, even around the green to hit awkward chip shots. They produce more height than irons but tend to fly lower than fairway woods. : The Swiss Army knife of golf equipment, hybrids are easier to hit than long irons, can be used off the tee and from the fairway, even around the green to hit awkward chip shots. They produce more height than irons but tend to fly lower than fairway woods. Driving irons: These clubs produce the lowest flight and are ideal for use in windy, firm conditions. The flat face of driving irons also makes it easier to hit a draw, fade or knock-down shot, and when fitted with a graphite shaft, modern driving irons produce surprisingly high ball speeds. Click here to see a great list of 2025 irons for every level of golfer, playing style and budget.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Ping brings i240, iDi driving irons to PGA Tour
Ping released its new G440 line of drivers, fairway woods, hybrids and irons in January, along with the new version of its Scottsdale putter family. Now the Phoenix-based equipment maker has brought two new offerings – the i240 irons and the iDi driving irons – to Muirfield Village in Dublin, Ohio, ahead of the PGA Tour's 2025 Memorial Tournament. While the company has not made any information about either the i240 or the iDi driving irons available for preview, based on images and previously released Ping products, there are some things we can infer. Ping's irons clubs are typically divided into one of two families, "G" or "i" clubs. The G clubs, such as the G440 and G730, tend to be game-improvement offerings that focus on forgiveness, shot height and adding distance. The i clubs, such as the i230 and i530, are usually more feel- and control-oriented. Also, as the numbers in the names increase, Ping irons tend to grow. Fo example, the G440 has a shorter blade length than the G730, and the i230 is slightly smaller than the i530. Seeing the name i240 tells us this latest offering is likely a club to take the place of the i230 and was designed with more-accomplished golfers in mind. Ping has not shared the materials used in the i240 irons, but the i230 irons were cast using 431 stainless steel and featured tungsten tip and toe weights. We can see a weight screw in the toe of the i240, so it's likely this feature will remain the same. Adding weight in the heel and toe areas enhances stability without make irons larger. We can also see a rectangular slot in the back of the new i240 that appears to have been filled in with something, and the i230 has an internal elastomer insert in that area to soak up excessive vibrations and enhance feel. That leaves the checked area behind the topline. In recent Ping irons, designers used different blends of materials and uniquely shaped back badges to enhance feel, and it appears Ping has designed a back plate that covers the upper half on the back of the i240, so this could be a new back badge made with a blend of metal and other materials. When Ping released its first Crossover club, the G Crossover in 2016, the brand did not promote it as a driving iron. By giving it a G in the name, it signaled to fitters and Ping loyalists that the club was about forgiveness, ball-speed protection and versatility. It was designed for golfers who sought an alternative to a long iron that was similar to a hybrid but not quite as large. That club was followed by the G400 Crossover, G410 Crossover and the G425 Crossover. The most recent version, released in 2022, is the iCrossover. Offered in three lofts – 2-iron (18 degrees), 3-iron (21 degrees) and 4-iron (24 degrees) – it features a more traditional iron-style design than earlier models. Ping often works in two-year product cycles, but the iCrossover is now three years old. The new iDi (which features a new naming convention) could be a replacement for the Crossover and signal that with the growing popularity of high-lofted fairway woods, Ping has designed a club specifically for faster-swinging players who still prefer irons. Ping is showing three different iDi driving irons – a 2-iron, 3-iron and 4-iron – and the clubs appear to have a hollow-body design or a large back cap that covers the entire back portion of the head. We can clearly see a toe screw, so it is safe to assume there is also an internal tungsten weight in the heel. There are large notches in the heel of each iDi iron. By removing some material in that area, club fitters can bend the hosel more easily and change the lie angle to help golfers make consistent, solid contact more easily. This article originally appeared on Golfweek: Ping i240 irons iDi driving irons PGA Tour Memorial Tournament
USA Today
4 days ago
- Automotive
- USA Today
Ping brings i240, iDi driving irons to PGA Tour
Ping brings i240, iDi driving irons to PGA Tour Ping brought its yet-to-be-released i240 and iDi irons to The Memorial this week. Here's what we know. Ping released its new G440 line of drivers, fairway woods, hybrids and irons in January, along with the new version of its Scottsdale putter family. Now the Phoenix-based equipment maker has brought two new offerings – the i240 irons and the iDi driving irons – to Muirfield Village in Dublin, Ohio, ahead of the PGA Tour's 2025 Memorial Tournament. While the company has not made any information about either the i240 or the iDi driving irons available for preview, based on images and previously released Ping products, there are some things we can infer. Ping i240 irons Ping's irons clubs are typically divided into one of two families, "G" or "i" clubs. The G clubs, such as the G440 and G730, tend to be game-improvement offerings that focus on forgiveness, shot height and adding distance. The i clubs, such as the i230 and i530, are usually more feel- and control-oriented. Also, as the numbers in the names increase, Ping irons tend to grow. Fo example, the G440 has a shorter blade length than the G730, and the i230 is slightly smaller than the i530. Seeing the name i240 tells us this latest offering is likely a club to take the place of the i230 and was designed with more-accomplished golfers in mind. Ping has not shared the materials used in the i240 irons, but the i230 irons were cast using 431 stainless steel and featured tungsten tip and toe weights. We can see a weight screw in the toe of the i240, so it's likely this feature will remain the same. Adding weight in the heel and toe areas enhances stability without make irons larger. We can also see a rectangular slot in the back of the new i240 that appears to have been filled in with something, and the i230 has an internal elastomer insert in that area to soak up excessive vibrations and enhance feel. That leaves the checked area behind the topline. In recent Ping irons, designers used different blends of materials and uniquely shaped back badges to enhance feel, and it appears Ping has designed a back plate that covers the upper half on the back of the i240, so this could be a new back badge made with a blend of metal and other materials. Ping iDi driving irons When Ping released its first Crossover club, the G Crossover in 2016, the brand did not promote it as a driving iron. By giving it a G in the name, it signaled to fitters and Ping loyalists that the club was about forgiveness, ball-speed protection and versatility. It was designed for golfers who sought an alternative to a long iron that was similar to a hybrid but not quite as large. That club was followed by the G400 Crossover, G410 Crossover and the G425 Crossover. The most recent version, released in 2022, is the iCrossover. Offered in three lofts – 2-iron (18 degrees), 3-iron (21 degrees) and 4-iron (24 degrees) – it features a more traditional iron-style design than earlier models. Ping often works in two-year product cycles, but the iCrossover is now three years old. The new iDi (which features a new naming convention) could be a replacement for the Crossover and signal that with the growing popularity of high-lofted fairway woods, Ping has designed a club specifically for faster-swinging players who still prefer irons. Ping is showing three different iDi driving irons – a 2-iron, 3-iron and 4-iron – and the clubs appear to have a hollow-body design or a large back cap that covers the entire back portion of the head. We can clearly see a toe screw, so it is safe to assume there is also an internal tungsten weight in the heel. There are large notches in the heel of each iDi iron. By removing some material in that area, club fitters can bend the hosel more easily and change the lie angle to help golfers make consistent, solid contact more easily.
The South African
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The South African
VIDEO: Puff adder under a pillow in Constantia
In a video that will certainly make your skin crawl – particularly for those who might be scared of snakes – renowned herpetologist Tyrone Ping has shared a clip of his latest encounter with a puff adder that had become an unwanted visitor in a Constantia home. The video, narrated by Ping, shows him approaching the hiding place of the snake, which appears to be behind a pillow on some outdoor furniture. 'I just got to the house now, and, apparently, there is a large snake behind this pillow… That is a very upset puff adder,' Ping adds as the snake can be heard hissing in warning as he moves the pillow back. The puff adder is well known as one of the most feared and venomous snakes in Africa. The name comes from their habit of puffing themselves up and hissing loudly when threatened, to appear larger and deter predators. They are generally found in a wide variety of habitats, including savannahs, grasslands, open forests, scrubland, and even semi-desert areas. Puff adders are ambush predators, relying on their excellent camouflage to remain hidden, and while typically sluggish, they can strike with surprising speed, sometimes launching their entire body forward. Puff adder venom is potently cytotoxic, meaning it primarily causes damage to cells and tissues, and while the venom is deadly, deaths from bites are relatively rare if proper medical attention is sought quickly. Important Note: Puff adders often rely on their camouflage and may not move away from approaching footsteps. If accidentally stepped on, they will strike defensively. They are responsible for a significant number of snakebite incidents in Africa due to their wide distribution and tendency to remain still. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Winner's Bag: Ben Griffin's golf equipment at 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge
A complete list of the golf equipment Ben Griffin used to win the PGA Tour's 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, Texas: DRIVER: Ping G430 Max 10K (9 degrees), with UST Mamiya LINQ White PC TX shaft FAIRWAY WOOD: TaylorMade Qi35 (15 degrees), with UST Mamiya Lin-Q Proto V1 8 TX shaft IRONS: Mizuno JPX 923 Tour (3)Mizuno Pro S3 (4-PW), with True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100 shafts WEDGES: Mizuno Pro T1 (50, 56 degrees), TaylorMade MG4 (60 degrees), with True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400 shaft PUTTER: Scotty Cameron Concept 2 Tour Rat Prototype BALL: Maxfli Tour X GRIPS: Golf Pride MCC (full swing)/ SuperStroke Zenergy 1.0PT (putter) This article originally appeared on Golfweek: Ben Griffin golf equipment 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge WITB
