First look: Ping Rapture V2 range

Ping are to follow up the hugely successful G10 series with the new Rapture V2 driver, fairway woods, hybrids and irons.

Ping Rapture V2 iron
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Ping are to follow up the hugely successful G10 series with new Rapture V2 driver, fairway woods, hybrids and irons.

The new Rapture V2 driver consists of a 460cc titanium head with tungsten weights situated near the heel and toe. The tungsten weighting is designed to produce low spin with high launch. The driver will be available in 9°, 10.5°, 12° and 13.5° lofts and with a distinctive bright green PING TFC939D and Mitsubishi Diamana Blue shafts as standard.

The Rapture V2 fairway woods have a steel body with a tungsten sole plate, again for higher launch and lower spin. The head will be larger and shallower than previous models for improved forgiveness. Models include 16°, 17.5°, 19° and 22° options. The standard shaft options will be the PING TFC939F and Mitsubishi JavlnFX.

The Rapture V2 hybrids will also have a steel body with a tungsten sole plate. A slightly longer face profile expands the hitting area compared to the original Rapture hybrid. The utility will be available in 17°, 20°, 23° and 27° lofts.

"Our newest products are the result of our focus on multi-metal technology. Each of the new designs combines key properties of its various materials to optimize performance," said Ping Chairman & CEO John Solheim. "The common material throughout all of the new products is tungsten. From the driver to the putters, we've utilized the density of tungsten in strategic locations to optimize weight distribution and maximize performance. Once again, our engineers have out-done themselves."

Paul O'Hagan
Paul joined Golf Monthly in 2006 in a junior role and has since worked as senior staff writer and now as technical editor. He writes equipment and instruction content and tests the vast majority of golf clubs that are introduced every year.