Ping G430 Max

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Ping G430 Max

8.8Excellent

$329

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The Ping G430 Max fairway wood is a high-MOI design that delivers exceptional forgiveness and consistency across the face. Its maraging steel face generates fast ball speeds while the thin, flexible crown allows weight to be repositioned low and deep. A workhorse fairway wood trusted by amateurs and tour players alike.

Performance Scores

Forgiveness9.4
Distance8.8
Versatility8.5
Feel & Sound8.2
Value8.5

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Best-in-class forgiveness retains distance on mis-hits
  • Maraging steel face produces hot ball speeds
  • Versatile sole design performs from any lie
  • Consistently high launch with moderate spin
  • Slightly lower price than competitors

Cons

  • Appearance at address is larger than some prefer
  • Not the lowest spin option for advanced players
  • Sound can be slightly metallic

Specifications

Lofts14.5, 17.5, 20.5, 23.5, 26.5
Head Size185
AdjustableYes
Adjustability FeaturesAdjustable hosel (+/- 1.5 degrees)
Face MaterialMaraging steel
Stock ShaftsPing Alta CB Black 65, Ping Tour 2.0 Chrome 65
Key TechnologiesCarbonfly Wrap, Facewrap Technology, Spinsistency Face, Tungsten Back Weight
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