Ping G430 Hybrid Review
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At a glance
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Pros
- There's lots of loft options so you can replace everything down to a 7-iron with Ping G430 hybrids.
- Our test data has the G430 down as a fast and powerful hybrid option.
- An adjustable hosel allows individuals to set the G430 hybrid up to accurately fill distance gaps.
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Cons
- There's only one Ping G430 hybrid. Other brands offer two or three models to suit different types of players.
- RRP £325.00
What we say...
Distance, forgiveness, adjustability – the Ping G430 offers everything you could want from a hybrid golf club.
Ping have long been known for creating some of the best hybrid golf clubs available, with their G range being easy to hit and very forgiving.
“The popularity of our hybrids continues to grow,” says John K. Solheim, PING CEO & President. “They’ve quietly become one of our most successful categories. They’ve earned a reputation as easy-to-hit, reliable gapping solutions to mid and long irons known mainly for their forgiveness. With the added distance golfers will now enjoy from the G430 hybrids, it’s one more reason to get fit for a PING hybrid.”
The G430 hybrid, launched alongside Ping’s G430 drivers, fairway woods, and a G430 iron, promises significant gains over its predecessor.
“The combined distance gains throughout the entire G430 family are like nothing we’ve seen from one generation of clubs to the next,” says Solheim. “Our approach with G430 has been to find more speed and deliver it in a way that contributes to lower scores and more enjoyment on the course.”
But there’s more to the G430 hybrid than just distance.
Carbonfly wrap
The new G430 hybrids are loaded with innovations like Carbonfly Wrap, Ping’s newest technology.
The Carbonfly Wrap saves eight grams of weight (compared to a steel crown) which is allocated to lower the CG for increasing ball speed while providing a pleasing sound.
Using Facewrap technology, the thin, high-strength maraging-steel face wraps into the sole and crown of the stainless-steel body to increase flexing, contributing to higher ball speeds.
Spinsistency’s variable roll radius creates less loft low on the face to improve performance on thin shots by reducing spin and increasing ball speed for added distance.
A tungsten backweight extends the perimeter weighting to ensure forgiveness.
A whole loft of options
With six different lofts available (2H/17°, 3H/19°, 4H/22°, 5H/26°, 6H/30°, 7/34°), the Ping G430 hybrids are an option for golfers who just want one hybrid in the bag, right through to those wanting to replace their long and mid-irons with an array of hybrids.
The hosels are adjustable for loft (up to 1.5° up or down) and lie (up to 3° flatter than standard) which means you really can dial them in to fill the distance gaps you want covered. The best way to do this is with a professional custom fitting.
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At a glance: Ping G430 hybrid
RRP: $325 / £295 | VIEW OFFER
Released: January 2023
Lofts: 2H (17°) / 3H (19°) / 4H (22°) / 5H (26°) / 6H (30°) 7H (34°)
Stock shafts: PING ALTA CB Black 70 (SR, R, S), PING ALTA Quick 35/45 (HL build only)
Optional stock shafts: PING Tour 2.0 Chrome 85 (R, S, X), Mitsubishi Kai’Li White 80 (S, X), PRJX HZRDUS Smoke Red RDX 70 (5.5), PRJX HZRDUS Smoke Red RDX 80 (6.0, 6.5)
Stock grip: Golf Pride 360 Tour Velvet in six sizes (Blue -1/16”, Red -1/32”, Aqua -1/64”, White-Std, Gold +1/32”, Orange +1/16”)
Verdict: Ping G430 Hybrid
Ping are just about the only brand who’ve stuck to their guns and always insisted on putting adjustable hosels in their hybrids, it’s a decision that offers additional flexibility and versatility. Ping refer to their hybrids as ‘Gap Fillers’ and their adjustable hosel with +/- 1.5 deg of loft flexibility helps golfers get the exact set-up to cover off good distance gaps in their own game, which isn’t an option with fixed hosel models.
Apart from the really attractive and friendly mid-width head shape we also like how golfers get six different shaft options, which means this model can suit a very wide audience of different player types.
Apart from posting our 2nd fastest ball speed (145.1 MPH) the G430 at 226 yards was also our 4th longest hybrid this year. At nearly £300 a pop they’re not cheap, but irrespective of speed if you’re intent on sorting the top end of your bag this year, the G430 can absolutely help.
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Product Information
Ping G430 hybrid
RRP: $325 / £295 Released: January 2023
Lofts: 2H (17°) / 3H (19°) / 4H (22°) / 5H (26°) / 6H (30°) 7H (34°)
Stock shafts: PING ALTA CB Black 70 (SR, R, S), PING ALTA Quick 35/45 (HL build only)
Optional stock shafts: PING Tour 2.0 Chrome 85 (R, S, X), Mitsubishi Kai’Li White 80 (S, X), PRJX HZRDUS Smoke Red RDX 70 (5.5), PRJX HZRDUS Smoke Red RDX 80 (6.0, 6.5)
Stock grip: Golf Pride 360 Tour Velvet in six sizes (Blue -1/16”, Red -1/32”, Aqua -1/64”, White-Std, Gold +1/32”, Orange +1/16”)
