PING Glide wedges are well recognized for their versatility. The just-released Glide 4.0 wedges offer lower launch, and higher spin to ensure you have the ability to score when you need it most. Now with four different grinds.
PING’s Glide wedges keep being refined. With most wedge development, it is subtle changes that make a big difference, and that’s exactly the case with Glide 4.0. After all, Glide wedges have long been a favorite of pros and amateurs alike for their versatility and consistency. But with the latest version of Glide, PING is emphasizing more spin and flight control, allowing you to attack pins when you most need to.
Key technologies
8620 Carbon Steel for softer feel: Everyone wants a wedge that feels soft on chips and approach shots. PING’s use of 8620 Carbon steel and an activated elastomer insert allows for 36% more face contact, making the wedges feel softer.
Shaping
PING made subtle changes to its design, offering a slightly rounded compact design in the clubhead. You’ll find the S and T grind versions with smaller head sizes than the W and E options. The look of a wedge is very significant to most golfers, and this offers two distinct appearances. The larger W and E grind are slightly more forgiving, while the S and T grinds are aimed at better golfers.
More spin
PING has introduced a new Emery face blast that adds texture to the hitting surface, creating higher friction and more spin, as well as lower launch. This is specifically found on the 54 to 60 degree options, which are milled with a 28º sidewall and tighter radius for more spin and precision on finesse shots around the green and from the sand. PING finishes the wedges with hydropearl 2.0 chrome that adds to the spin and makes the clubs more consistent in wet conditions.
Four Grinds
S Grind (available in 46 to 60 degrees)
-Trail edge/heel relief
– Ample bounce
Who is it for?
Fits most golfers. Learn to use your bounce properly and you’ll love the S Grind.
W Grind (available 54 to 60 degrees)
– Full sole design that’s forgiving through the turf with a rounded leading edge.
-Optimized for square-face and bunker shots
Who is it for?
Larger clubhead will make this appeal to mid-handicappers.
T GRIND (58 to 60 degrees)
-High lead-edge bounce with half-moon sole shaping and increased center bounce width.
Who is it for?
For better golfers looking for specific performance on chips and close approaches.
E GRIND (54 to 60 degrees)
-High toe offering with changes in leading-edge shaping.
-Dished sole and tapered hosel for bunker performance
– Inspired by the PING Eye2 wedge, which was developed in the 1980s.
Who is it for?
High toe wedges have gained popularity in recent years. If you don’t find the look off-putting, check this out and find the benefits of having grooves higher up the toe.