Iron set · 2022

Ping i230, 5 to PW

Compact and precise, with a touch of Ping forgiveness.

Best forHandicaps under about 12
SwingMost swing speeds

Golf photo: Lance Cpl. Sullivan Laramie, Public domain · credits

Launch price$1,260Used ones usually sell for well under this. Live used prices are coming soon.

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The lowdown

Compact and precise, with a touch of Ping forgiveness. The Ping i230, 5 to PW is a 2022 iron set built for players who strike it consistently.

Pros and cons

What's good

Precise and workable for consistent ball strikers

Watch out for

Mishits are punished more than on game-improvement clubs

How it stacks up

Next to each rival, the i230, 5 to PW is:

vs Srixon ZX7 Mk II, 5 to PWCast, not forgedCompare →vs Titleist 620 MB blades, 5 to PWLaunches higherCast, not forgedNewer designCompare →vs TaylorMade P790, 5 to PWCast, not forgedOlder designCompare →

Tips for buying one used

Wider soles and bigger cavities forgive thin and heavy strikes.
Check which irons are included. A 5-to-PW set is the most common used set.
Light bag chatter is cosmetic. Avoid deep grooves wear on the 7, 8 and 9 irons.

Common questions

Is the Ping i230, 5 to PW good for beginners?

Usually not. It's designed for better players with consistent contact. Most beginners will score better with a more forgiving model.

What handicap is the i230, 5 to PW for?

Handicaps under about 12. Best with most swing speeds.

Is a used i230, 5 to PW worth it?

For most golfers, yes. Club technology moves slowly, so a 2022 model at a big discount plays close to this year's clubs. Check the face and grooves, and make sure the shaft flex suits your swing.

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