Ping
Ping i525
7.7Very Good
$1313 / set
The Ping i525 is a players-distance iron featuring a hollow-body metal-wood-like construction with a maraging steel face for explosive ball speed. Its compact blade length and thin topline disguise significant game-improvement technology, making it ideal for better players who want extra distance.
Performance Scores
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Explosive ball speed from maraging steel face
- Compact appearance hides hollow-body technology
- Excellent distance for a players-looking iron
- Hydropearl 2.0 finish for wet-weather consistency
- Consistent performance across the face
Cons
- Feel is slightly metallic compared to forged irons
- Less workability than the i230
- Sound may not appeal to traditional iron purists
- Limited shaft options compared to custom builds
Specifications
| Iron Category | players-distance |
| Construction | multi-material |
| Material | Maraging Steel Face / 17-4 Stainless Steel Body |
| Offset | low |
| Topline Thickness | thin |
| Sole Width | medium |
| Cavity Design | hollow-body |
| Stock Shafts Steel | Nippon NS Pro Modus3 Tour 105, True Temper Dynamic Gold 105 |
| Stock Shafts Graphite | Ping Alta CB Black |
| Lofts By Iron | 4i: 20.5, 5i: 23.5, 6i: 26.5, 7i: 30, 8i: 34.5, 9i: 39, PW: 44, UW: 49 |
| Set Composition | 4-PW, UW |
| Key Technologies | Maraging Steel Face, Hollow-Body Construction, Hydropearl 2.0 Chrome Finish, Activated Elastomer Insert, MicroMax Grooves |