Ping’s s259 series is a comprehensive range of specialty wedges created to fit your individual shortgame techniques. There is a wedge for you, the six different grinds were engineered for all ability levels. Each grind caters to a specific angle of attack, not only on chip, and pitch shots, but also on full swings..
Ping updated their WebFit Wedge app to help golfers find the wedges that best fit their games. The reliable and easy-to-use fitting tool has been used by hundreds of thousands of golfers since it was introduced in 2024. The app is accessible via a QR code and on ping.com.
The 8620 carbon steel head is cast and combines with a larger, re-shaped elastomer insert behind the face to produce a Tour-preferred feel. The eye-pleasing head shape captures the ball at address and a refined hosel transition and full-length bottom groove help create a clean, square look. Progressive hosel shaping and refined heel height provide a smooth transition from wedges into short irons. The CG locations vary by loft to match the performance intent of the wedge.
“Fitting for the ideal sole grind remains a key to unlocking improved wedge performance in the new s259 series,” said Solheim. “We work closely with our Tour staff to ensure their needs are met and at the same time, we’re focusing on a selection of grinds and lofts that will help all golfers improve their short games. That includes grinds that are more forgiving and grinds that are more versatile. It’s one of the reasons getting custom fit for wedges is so important.”
“The pros love the clean look, versatility and, most importantly, the ability to launch and spin their shots with precise control,” said John Solheim. The s259 wedges represent our on-going commitment to advancing wedge performance and expanding fitting options for golfers of all skill levels. We’ve refined two of the grinds and added some loft/grind combinations to better fit more golfers with an emphasis on proper gapping. With six grinds designed to perform in a variety of playing conditions and techniques, we’re confident we have a wedge to fit every golfer.
Sole Grind Descriptions/Loft Options:
“S” Grind: Fits a wide range of players and conditions. A mid-bounce design supports square-faced and full shots, while heel and trail-edge relief offer added greenside creativity. Available in 46°, 48°, 50°, 52°, 54°, 56°, 58°, 60°.
“H” Grind: Inspired by the PING Wrx half-moon grind, the H ensures versatility in softer conditions. It accommodates various face and handle positions and supports steeper swings with excellent control and turf interaction. Available in 54°, 56°, 58°, 60°.
“B” Grind: Tailored for shallow attack angles and a square setup, the B grind features a low bounce profile that sits tight to the turf. Its wider sole provides forgiveness in firmer conditions, for full and finesse shots. Available in 58°, 60°.
“T” Grind: Has the lowest effective bounce at 6°. It’s the most versatile option and features steeper trail-edge relief to make open-face shots easier and more controlled. Performs exceptionally well on tight lies across medium to firm conditions. Available in 58°, 60°, 62°.
“W” Grind: Maximum forgiveness through the turf. Best fits a player with a steep angle of attack who might have a lot of shaft lean and prefers the look of a specialty wedge with more forgiveness in their scoring clubs. Available in 50°, 52°, 54°, 56°, 58°, 60°.
“E” Grind: Eye2-style dishing in the mid-sole delivers softer, more controlled shots from tightly mown areas around the green. Wider back-edge bounce preserves reliable, confidence-building performance for bunker shots. Available in 58°, 60°.
Tech/Specs
Material/Manufacturing Process: 8620 carbon steel head; elastomer insert; precision-milled face and grooves; Hydropearl 2.0 Chrome or Midnight finish.
Stock Shafts: PING Z-Z115 steel wedge flex; PING Alta CB Blue graphite (SR, R, S)
Optional Stock Shafts: PING AWT 3.0 (R, S, X), Dynamic Gold Mid 100 (R300, S300), Dynamic Gold (S300, X100), Dynamic Gold 120 (S300, X100), KBS Tour (R, S, X), Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 105 (R, S, X), Elevate MPH 95 (R, S), UST Recoil Dart 65 (A), 75 (R, S), ALTA Quick (35, 45)
Stock Grip: PING Dyla-Grip in three sizes (Aqua -1/64″, White-Std, Gold +1/32″)
SRP: $200 per club
Dyla-Grip
The new Dyla-Grip advances wedge performance through hand-placement indicators for more versatility around the green. The proprietary grip is ¾” longer with a reduced taper and marked with indicators for gripping down, leaning the shaft and manipulating the face to play with more precision.
“We look at every club as an entire system,” said Solheim. “This is especially important in wedges due to the variety of shots you’re hitting. With the PING Dyla-Grip, we’re providing subtle markings on the grip to give you the versatility and confidence to grip down, open the face or lean the shaft in either direction. All three of those techniques can lead to a better short game.”
Impressions/Testing
At address, (square face position), the s259 gives a clean look with a classic aesthetic. The 54-degree wedge on the left is more linear in its form, while the 58 has a wider hosel flange and a more rounded toe curvature.
Ping sent our s259 test subjects as requested, in 50/54/58 degree increments in two different grinds – the 50 & 54 degree in “S” grind, and the 58 degree in the super ambitious “T” grind. The “T” grind is the least forgiving of the grinds, and is used by most of their touring professionals in the most lofted club in the bag (for me, that’s 58 degrees), the “T” is also the most versatile. This particular grind was created specifically for highly skilled wedge players who prefer to play most of their greenside shots with an open face, and many of those shots are played with the face in the wide-open position, a scary scenario for most golfers. These players understand how to employ the bottom of the club (bounce), even on tight lies. I use the 58 degree for 85% of my shortgame shots and most approach shots 90 yards and in (depending on hole location, firmness of the greens, wind, etc).
The 50 & 54 degree “S” grind are plug n play, mostly used on full shots… occasionally for a links bump n run chip, I will use a 50 degree, for long bunker shots, or on off-speed lower spinning approaches under 80 yards I will put the 54 in play. The “T” grind 58 with 6 degrees of bounce took a bit for me to get used to, it forces you to be precise with your path, tempo, and especially your delivery point. I had to clean up a few fundamentals that had become a bit untidy – specifically posture and tempo. Once I put the time in, I was worthy of the grind and was able to hit any shot my creativity and boldness were willing to take on. If you’re not one to spend hours working on your wedge game regularly, and you don’t play many shortgame shots with the face wide open, choose a grind that better suits your game and technique. As a baseline, the “S” and “H” grinds are a good place to start the fitting process.
The HydroPearl 3.0 finish looks classy and reduces glare, and MicroMax grooves offer the best-in-class stopping power, especially in wet/humid conditions.s259 wedge provides that pleasant, soft feel at impact that you’d come to expect from a premium tour-inspired scoring club. The sound is definitely on the more muted end of the spectrum, but you can clearly feel where the strike on the face has occurred.
Summary
Ping’s s259 is a viable contender for being considered the industry’s finest line of wedges, especially considering they offer the most varied portfolio to choose from. All three Ping s259 wedges have displaced my longtime gamers, and that’s the highest compliment an equipment review can achieve. Be sure to get fit for the proper wedge set up for YOUR game. For more info on PING, visit: https://ping.com/en-us
