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Ping iBlade

Players cited with it
16
1 in play now, by the latest report on each.
Released
2016
First cited here by Bubba Watson, May 2016. Last reported .
Reviewers
Praised for feel and looks at address
From 2 reviews. What they said

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  • “Moving to the irons, where the five-time DP World Tour winner uses Ping iBlades from 4-iron to pitching wedge.”
    Adrian MeronkRead the report
  • “Power uses a set of Ping irons where the company’s venerable iBlade model serves as his 4-iron while the more blade-like Blueprint irons fill out the rest of the set through the pitching wedge.”
    Seamus PowerRead the report

14 more players cited with it, listed below.

What reviewers say

Based on 2 reviews, newest August 2016

What press reviews of the Ping iBlade judged, by what buyers compare. Open any line for the quotes behind it.

Where it shines

  • Feel
  • Looks at address
  • Distance
  • DistanceMostly positive: Leans positive.Slight ball speed trade-off, but better gapping and extra yards reported.2 reviews›

    Praise (2)

    • “distance control and consistent gapping comes from the changes Ping has made to the irons' lofts”

      PressGolf Monthly, Joel · August 2016Read the review

    • “an extra six yards on average over S55”

      PressGolf Monthly, Joel · August 2016Read the review

    Complaints (1)

    • “it feels to me like there is a slight trade-off in terms of ball speed”

      PressNational Club Golfer, James Savage · August 2016Read the review

  • ForgivenessNot covered by enough reviews
  • FeelRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Reviewers praise soft, crisp feel, less harsh than predecessor.2 reviews›

    Praise (3)

    • “The iBlades are undoubtedly softer off the face and offer great feel.”

      PressNational Club Golfer, James Savage · August 2016Read the review

    • “The iBlades feel less harsh than the S55s.”

      PressNational Club Golfer, James Savage · August 2016Read the review

    • “giving golfers a soft, crisp sensation at impact”

      PressGolf Monthly, Joel · August 2016Read the review

  • WorkabilityNot covered by enough reviews
  • Turf interactionNot covered by enough reviews
  • Looks at addressRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Classic blade shape with clean, classy satin finish admired widely.2 reviews›

    Praise (5)

    • “You can only admire the blade profile at address – it’s difficult to fault”

      PressNational Club Golfer, James Savage · August 2016Read the review

    • “A satin finish gives a really classy look”

      PressNational Club Golfer, James Savage · August 2016Read the review

    • “Slightly more aesthetically pleasing, especially in the longer irons”

      PressNational Club Golfer, James Savage · August 2016Read the review

    • “The iBlade is a much cleaner looking iron than S55.”

      PressGolf Monthly, Joel · August 2016Read the review

    • “Much of the technology is hidden away creating a more blade-like appearance with a brushed satin finish.”

      PressGolf Monthly, Joel · August 2016Read the review

  • ValueNot covered by enough reviews

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