PING's Wedge Study Explained w/ Paul Wood

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Dec 16, 2024

In this insightful discussion, Paul Wood, VP of Engineering at Ping Golf and an expert in golf club design, shares his extensive knowledge on wedge play. They explore PING's innovative research involving over 4,000 shots, revealing how swing dynamics and angle of attack influence performance. Paul explains the significance of ground contact patterns and the impact of tailored wedge fitting for improved accuracy. Listener's will discover how technology shapes successful golf techniques and the importance of understanding one's own swing mechanics.

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Ground Contact in Wedge Shots

86% of measured wedge shots had ground contact before the ball.
This doesn't mean 86% of shots were chunks, just that the ground is involved in the collision.

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Consistency of Ground Contact

Better players showed more consistency in ground contact location than less skilled players.
Their angle of attack at the ball was closer to their angle of attack at first ground contact.

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Angle of Attack

Angle of attack at first ground contact reflects a player's technique (steep or shallow).
Angle of attack at the ball is influenced by the ground's bounce-up effect.

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In this episode, Jon and Adam discuss the intricacies of wedge play with Paul Wood from PING. They delve into PING's ground-breaking research surrounding wedge impact, ground contact, and the role of angle of attack.

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