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SPOTTED: Ping’s new Blueprint S irons at the 2023 Wyndham Championship

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Just days prior to the 2023 Genesis Scottish Open, word began spreading in the GolfWRX Forums that Viktor Hovland and Tyrrell Hatton were using new Ping “Blueprint S” prototype irons. Ping hasn’t yet commented on the new designs, however, and GolfWRX wasn’t overseas to capture in-hand photography.

This week at the 2023 Wyndham Championship, we finally got a proper look at the new Blueprint S irons.

Ping staffer Austin Eckroat had a full set of the irons (3-PW) in his bag on Tuesday at Sedgefield Country Club ahead of the event.

Without any information yet from Ping about the new designs, we caught up with Eckroat to get his take on the mysterious Blueprint S irons. Here’s what he had to say:

“I played the S55 before, and then before that I was playing the Blueprint blades. [The Blueprint S irons] are a nice mix between those – the look of the blueprint, and then the feel and the flight and all of the spin numbers are exactly like my S55, or at least pretty close. It seemed like they were a little longer, but nothing inconsistent. Very consistent numbers. Overall, I like the look a little better than the S55, but the numbers and spin rates were very consistent. Slightly smaller than the S55’s. I don’t know what the plan is, but they could definitely do combo sets with the Blueprint blades. They’re a forged head, whereas the S55 is cast, so they’re a little softer off the face than the S55’s, but I actually prefer that. They’re the best looking irons I’ve seen.”

While we wait for more from Ping, check out the photos below of the Blueprint S irons, and read what GolfWRX Forum members are saying here.

Ping Blueprint S (3-iron)

Ping Blueprint S (7-iron)

Ping Blueprint S (Pitching Wedge)

Click here for more photos in the GolfWRX Forums

He played on the Hawaii Pacific University Men's Golf team and earned a Masters degree in Communications. He also played college golf at Rutgers University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism.

6 Comments

6 Comments

  1. Erik

    Dec 22, 2023 at 2:22 pm

    Any word on release date?

  2. Pingback: Trey Mullinax Wilson Staff model Forged wedge - Fly Pin High

  3. Jake

    Aug 2, 2023 at 7:28 am

    So much offset.. eww

    • Stephen

      Aug 2, 2023 at 9:54 pm

      yea right what are you a tour player. LOL

  4. Mr. C

    Aug 1, 2023 at 5:47 pm

    For the love of god enough with he visible toe screw. Just cant get past that.

    • Prime21

      Aug 3, 2023 at 12:42 am

      Ummmm, you literally will never see it. ? Get over yourself.

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What are the best golf socks? – GolfWRXers discuss

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In our forums, not everything is about club selection and shaft options. A heated debate has bubbled up surrounding the best sock options players can wear on the course.

@CletePurcel asked:

“Just bought 2 new pairs of FootJoy shoes and trying to find out the most favorable socks to wear. I try to walk 9 holes two to three times a week and good socks are a must. Thanks in advance.

Members in the forum chimed in with their favorite footwear accessories. Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.

  • Maroon_19: “I’ve only worn Kentwool socks for golf for the last 8 years – regardless of weather. I walk 90% of my rounds and play anywhere from 50-75 rounds a year (going to go up as I just retired). They only get worn for golf. As long as you care for them, they’ll care for you. Have had zero blisters with them. I just started using my second set of 8 pair for our Bandon trip earlier this month. The old ones will now go into the daily wear rotation. Still good after all these years.”
  • smoova: “I’ve had good luck with Swiftwick. Walk every round 12 months a year in Colorado.”
  • Hawkeye77: “FJ Pro ProDry is what I’m usually wearing just because I have more of them, but I’ve got some Smartwool socks I love for the wool aspect – they sell them as running socks. The thicker socks are better for certain shoes. I’ve gone merino/other wool in almost all my socks – athletic, “dress” and so forth – no more “Orlon”, lol, some golf socks are the exception.”
  • th6252: “Another vote for Kentwool, honorable mentions to Balega and Falke(thanks to someone on this forum for turning me onto the RU3).”

Entire Thread: “Best golf socks???”

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Blades/MB advice – GolfWRXers discuss

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In our forums, one user is returning to the game after an extended hiatus and is looking for a new set of irons. They’re looking at a number of different options for their iron set and asked the forum to advise.

User @Vuj wrote:

“Hey everyone, I’ve taken 20 some years off from the game other than 2 times a year for obligations. I finally realized golf is my first true love and I’m jumping back in with both feet. It feels like coming out of a coma with how much equipment has changed. My current clubs are Tommy Armour 845 Silver Scots I bought in 1995. Lol. I have been hitting clubs for a few weeks at random stores and finally did a full fitting today. I’m torn between several clubs and would love any opinions y’all can share. Of the ones I’ve hit I like:

Titleist 620MB
Ping Blueprint -T
Mizuno S-1
Taylor Made P-7MB/TW

“I haven’t been able to hit the TaylorMades anywhere yet. I’m having a hard enough time deciding between the other three. Hopefully tomorrow I think I found a place. Any other I NEED to check out? I don’t like Callaway or Srixon. They don’t feel very thin to me. Thanks everyone! excited to learn from this community.”

Members in the forum chimed in with recommendations, questions, and comments. Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.

  • Poor Mans Ty Webb: “Any other blades from the last 20 years you should know about? Brother, how much time and money have you got?”
  • SBH9458: “You won’t go wrong with any of those offerings. If you love a blade, then you’re tracking in the right direction. I think important to consider a few more things since you’ve narrowed it down… what shafts are you looking at and what results are they giving you? And what swingweights generate the feel you’re after to get those results? Good luck and man enjoy the journey. What a great time to jump back in!”
  • grochol17: “Definitely need to include the Wilson MBs. They are usually pretty forgiving for a blade because of the way they drill out the head at the shaft (like they are making a bore through design) which allows them to move that mass out towards the toe, bringing up the MOI.”

Entire Thread: “Blades / MB advice”

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From the GolfWRX Classifieds: TaylorMade KITH Spider GT

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At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals who all experience and express our enjoyment of the game in many ways.

It’s that sense of community that drives day-to-day interactions in the forums on topics that range from best driver to what marker you use to mark your ball. It even allows us to share another thing we all love – buying and selling equipment.

Currently, in our GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, @Jaws2525 is selling a TaylorMade Spider GT putter that was made in collaboration with the streetwear brand KITH.

From the listing:

“Taylormade KITH Spider GT. 35 inches. Stock black KBS shaft, KITH grip and headcover. Brand new never used, was sitting in storage since the release. $725 shipped.”

To check out the full listing in our BST forum, head through the link. If you are curious about the rules to participate in the BST Forum, you can learn more here: GolfWRX BST Rules.

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