Equipment
Ping i230, iCrossover irons: Everything you need to know
What you need to know: Ping is throwing a ton of technology into a an offering for a wide swath of players clubs market with the successor to the popular i210 line, new i230 irons and long-iron alternative iCrossover.
Key technology
Ping i230
- Multi-material construction: 431 stainless steel body; activated elastomer insert; 304 stainless steel/injection molded TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) cavity badge
- Tungsten toe/shaft tip weights

Ping iCrossover
- Multi-material construction: 17-4 stainless steel body; forged, maraging steel face
- Tungsten toe/shaft tip weights
- Trajectory Tuning 2.0 hosel

What Ping says
“The new i230 irons and iCrossovers are for avid players who want to get better,” said John K. Solheim, Ping CEO & President. “In the i230 iron, we’ve engineered a lot of performance into one design. It has the precise control and consistency of a players iron with an amazing feel while offering the forgiveness of a game improvement iron. It reminds me a lot of the iconic PING EYE2 iron in that it will appeal to so many player types, from the tour pros to everyday golfers. It’s really packed with performance.
“We’ve re-branded our Crossover category into the ‘i’ family to target golfers who most likely play one of our blade-style irons. The tour-inspired head size and sole design along with higher ball speeds help it to transition more seamlessly as a long-iron alternative. We’ve also added hosel adjustability, a highly beneficial innovation allowing golfers to dial in their trajectories for the first time in an iron-style design. We believe this re-design will greatly improve its appeal and find its way into a lot more bags on tour and other competitive settings.”

2022 Ping i230
The latest installment in Ping’s i-series continues the “players tech” theme. Ping touts the 21-gram weight savings from re-allocation of activated elastomer technology in the i230 and resulting ability to position the center of gravity low in the face. Increased face deflection, in turn, yields higher ball speeds and more consistent energy transfer.
In player testing, Ping saw an average of three yards of increased distance — presumably relative to the i210. With respect to the i230’s increased MOI, Ping cites the benefits of tungsten toe and tip weights, calling the clubs “the most forgiving “i” irons to date.”

Additional details
- Re-engineered cavity badge (304 stainless steel cap with injection-molded thermoplastic) dampens sound and creates a more pleasing feel
- Activated elastomer sits in a “toaster-style” pocket and supports the face behind the multi-material badge
- Long irons (3-5) are slightly more compact than the i210; the rest of the set is designed with similar blade lengths
- Similar sole design to i210 (a more rounded lead edge and ample bounce)
- Precision-milled MicroMax grooves


2022 Ping iCrossover
Ping designed the iCrossover for high-swing-speed players looking for long-iron alternatives, which blend seamlessly into the rest of the set.
- Thin, maraging steel face and lower CG position
- Robotically welded face (with targeted EVA polymer on the rear) joined to a a 17-4 stainless steel body with a lower-hinged bend point for higher launch
- Slightly shorter blade lengths with less offset than previous Crossovers
- Trajectory Tuning 2.0: Adjustable hosel with eight settings for loft and lie — ±1.5 degrees loft and lie. Standard setting is the stated loft of the club at 1.5 degrees upright.
Specs, availability
i230 Specifications
Available: 3-9, PW, UW in 10 color codes (lie angle). Black color code is standard. Available November.
Loft options: Standard, Power Spec and Retro Spec
Stock shafts: Dynamic Gold 105 (R300, S300) & PING Alta CB Black (SR, R, S)
Optional stock shafts: PING AWT 2.0 (R, S, X), Dynamic Gold (S300, X100), Dynamic Gold 120 (S300, X100), KBS Tour (R, S, X), Nippon NS Pro Modus Tour 105 (R, S, X), Elevate MPH 95 (R, S), UST Recoil 760 ES SMAC (A), 780 (R, S)
Stock grip: Lamkin Crossline Black
MSRP: $205 per club with stock steel shaft; $220 per club with stock graphite shaft

iCrossover Specifications
Available: 2XR (18° loft) 40 1/8” std. length, 3XR (20°) 39.50”, 4XR (22.5°), 39.00″. Available November.
Stock shaft: Ping Tour 2.0 Chrome 85 (R, S, X)
Optional stock graphite shafts: Ping Alta CB Black (SR, R, S), Mitsubishi Kai’Li White 80 (S, X), Project X HZRDUS Smoke Red RDX 70HY (5.5), 80HY (6.0, 6.5)
Stock grip: Golf Pride 360 Tour Velvet (six sizes)
MSRP: $275 per club with graphite or steel shafts

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Best ‘forgiving’ wedges – GolfWRXers discuss
In our forums, our members have been discussing the most forgiving wedges on the market. WRXer ‘aaronpoling’ lays out his current setup and what he’s currently considering, saying:
“I am looking at getting new wedges, but looking for a forgiving wedge.
I currently play Ping G25 50°, MD4 54° and 58°. I used to play the CBX2 in the 50°, 54° and 58° and liked them a lot; but like any good dad, my son took them.
I am currently looking Callaway’s CB12 and Cleveland’s CBZ. Anyone have thoughts on these? Or recommendations of other wedges that I should check out?”
And our members have been weighing in with their thoughts and recommendations in response, with one brand coming out emphatically on top.
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.
- boggyman: “CBZs are amazing wedges!”
- drewbens: “Agreed, the Cleveland CB wedges are great! Already had a CBX Full Face 2 54 and recently added a 50 and 58 (for well under $100 a piece). Was chipping so well last week that my brother-in-law asked if the wedges were legal. Definitely underrated wedges for those of us that are not scratch golfers.”
- BogeyTed: “Get Cleveland CBX/CBZ. Very underrated clubs.”
Entire Thread: “Best ‘forgiving’ wedges – GolfWRXers discuss”
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From the GolfWRX Classifieds: Ping PLD Ally Blue Onset putter
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, @negncic has a Ping PLD Ally Blue Onset putter up for grabs.

From the listing: “34” Ping PLD Ally Blue Onset. Ping composite shaft Ping PLD Pistol grip. No issues. $345 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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I built the worst fitting clubs ever – GolfWRXers discuss
In our forums, our members have been reacting to a WRXer who claims to have built the “worst fitting clubs ever.” ‘dlow206’ recounts his experience with plenty of insightful findings for where he can go better next time in a detailed post, saying:
“Here’s my story of building the worst fitting clubs ever (for me). And my findings of what a better fit is.
I am short in stature, as well as a very short wrist to floor of 30.5″. I went down a rabbit hole of wanting to try irons 1″ shorter of more than standard length. Given the shorter lengths, the swingweights would be super light unless I added back a ton of weight to the heads, but I don’t like adding an extreme amount of weight back to the heads, so I decided to compensate with heavier shafts (115 grams instead of 95). Played with this set for a while and was hitting all irons extremely poorly. Thin, fat, right, right, left. My swing didn’t deteriorate that much because I was hitting my driver well, woods well, etc.
Went back to my older set of irons, playing at standard length, and my iron play improved immediately. Since then, have been doing more testing, while paying more attention to different possible variables. What I have found is I actually prefer lighter total weight with relatively normal or slightly heavier swingweights. Did a recent fitting and found that 85 gram shafts were better for me than 95 grams with standard length and relatively standard swingweights.
Still trying to dial in a final iron shaft choice, so have a few contenders that I will be testing. Will be moving away from my current Steelfiber i95 S parallel to lighter and softer
- MMT 80 parallel R – worked pretty well in a limited number of swings at a fitting
- Fujikura Travil 85 R – the fitter liked the Axiom 95 R for me at Club Champion, but i didn’t love the effort required to swing them. If there was a 85 Axiom, that would probably have been a great fit. So i am going try a Travil 85 R which is japan only
- Steelfiber i80 CW R – i have been playing Steelfibers for a long time, so need to give one Steelfiber shaft a shot
Given I do club building work, I am going to build all of these shafts with the All-Fit universal iron adapters to pair with a Srixon 7 iron head for testing. With these adapters, there isn’t a swingweight issue because the amount of weight from drilling out is about equivalent to the universal adapter components.”
And our members have been sharing their reactions in our forum.
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.
- Mikey_HACKilroy: “That length cut costs you a fair amount in swing points. I’d posit the length mattered more than the weight because a 115g shaft isn’t going to actually add enough back after cutting an inch off. Does it mean 115 would ultimately work? Hard to say. Maybe try a 1/2″ cut and add 2g to the head to compensate assuming the 7i is 37″ long. Maybe that will feel better. It translates to the same ~D2 you’re swinging at with the 95g shafts (estimated based on common weight, but you can weigh your parts on your own obviously).”
- Stuart_G: “Your process is good – keep at it and trust it.”
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James Pacifico
Nov 8, 2022 at 10:31 am
Is the shaft for the icrossover .370 to fit into the adapter or will .355 work?
jgpl001
Oct 27, 2022 at 7:30 am
I’m not a Ping iron fan, but these look very good and I will certainly test them when they are released
Moses
Oct 26, 2022 at 9:15 pm
Ping on a roll. Magnificent looking irons
TL
Oct 26, 2022 at 9:07 pm
So these are more forgiving than the i525? If so that is surprising (but welcome news)
ericsokp
Oct 26, 2022 at 7:59 pm
Couldn’t help but notice that the cut-away of the new i230 with the badge removed looks pretty similar to the old i200 underneath. Additionally, I’m not sure if these are worth upgrading from my i210’s (especially at $200 per club in the middle of a recession).
chip75
Oct 27, 2022 at 10:37 am
There probably isn’t a huge need to upgrade from i210s, they seem pretty bulletproof. Perhaps wait for the i250s in 2-3 years. I think the i210s will go down as classics.
Stu
Oct 26, 2022 at 6:31 pm
Would these irons suit me? Only been playing 3 year currently using 2nd hand my irons and got my handicap down to 12 however I struggle with my 5 6 7 irons low ball flight not much control distance not a problem hit 9 iron 140 / 150 8 iron up to 165 going for a fitting and like the look and specs of the i230
Gooba
Oct 26, 2022 at 11:00 am
Shame they’ve rounded the leading edge. The 200/210 were a truly special players iron. Soft, forgiving, but aggresive. These seem to be going to wrong direction for me.
PeterO
Oct 27, 2022 at 2:06 am
It remains to be seen but I don’t get the impression that the leading edge is MORE rounded than the i210. I think the article is saying the iron is more rounded, presumably, than the Blueprint and i59.
I agree with you about the i210 and am hopeful these are similar, with a more compact head in the 4, 5, and 6. Let’s hope!
Cut and Paste
Oct 30, 2022 at 10:33 am
“Similar sole design to i210 (a more rounded lead edge and ample bounce)”
TDBach
Oct 26, 2022 at 10:53 am
Why did this write-up exclude the one product detail that is most important to the aesthetic of the club: the top line. If I’m looking down at the club at address, and it’s fat and clunky looking, the physics don’t much matter. IMHO of course.
stephen
Oct 28, 2022 at 1:42 am
Go to youtube and watch Michael Newton he is the best.