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PING Proving Grounds

The PING Proving Grounds podcast dives into PING"s celebrated history and immeasurable contributions to golf equipment, custom fitting and the game of golf in general. Broadcaster Shane Bacon and Marty Jertson, PING"s Vice President of Fitting and Performance and professional golfer, discuss what happens behind the scenes at the PING Proving Grounds where data-driven research helps a team of scientists and engineers develop products and fitting tools to help golfers play their best. From the gold

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28:42

Episode 92: G740 Irons

PING Proving Grounds ·

2026/04/15

Dr. Erik Henrikson, PING Director of Golf Science, joins Shane and Marty at the PING Proving Grounds to discuss the G740 irons, the newest PING iron in the super-game-improvement category. They cover thenew sole design, material innovations that have led to improvements in the sound, feel, and performance of the iron, and the new AWT 3.0 shaft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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19:13

Episode 91: Mason Howell at the Masters

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2026/04/08

Shane is joined on the PING Tour Truck just outside the gates of Augusta National by 18-year-old amateur, Mason Howell, as he prepares to make his Masters debut. Along with his swing instructor, Bill Connally, they discuss Mason's tournament prep, staying in the Crow's Nest, equipment changes for the week, and what it's like missing a week of school to play in the Masters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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26:01

Episode 90: Scottsdale TEC Putters

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2026/04/02

Shane and Marty are joined by Tony Serrano, PING Principal Design Engineer, to review the new Scottsdale TEC putter line. They discuss the research behind Eye-Q, a new Scottsdale TEC alignment technology, PING’s philosophy as it applies to the Onset models, and the other multi-material mallets in the lineup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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26:03

Episode 89: i540 Irons

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2026/03/19

Travis Milleman, PING Senior Design Engineering Manager, joins Shane and Marty at the PING Proving Grounds for a discussion on the new i540 irons. They dive into the technologies that were used in the design and construction of the player-distance model, what type of player it’s suited for, and how it delivers more on-course performance in speed, stopping power, sound, and feel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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32:27

Episode 88: Daniel Berger

PING Proving Grounds ·

2026/02/25

Shane and Marty are joined on the PING Tour Truck by Daniel Berger, a recent addition to the PING roster on the PGA Tour. They discuss his transition to PING equipment, his golf journey and the keys to his game, and what life looks like off the golf course. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:27

Episode 87: Viktor Hovland & Shay Knight

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2026/02/04

Viktor Hovland and his caddie, Shay Knight, join Shane Bacon inside the new PING Tour Truck at TPC Scottsdale to discuss the upcoming WM Phoenix Open, recent swing changes Viktor has been working on, his interest in philosophy, and Viktor and Shay's player-caddie relationship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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39:14

Episode 86: s259 Wedges

PING Proving Grounds ·

2026/01/30

Senior DesignEngineer, Jacob Clarke, joins Shane and Marty at the PING Proving Grounds to review the s259 wedge lineup. They cover the six grind options, the refinements that were made to the sole designs, and how Tour feedback plays a role in the research and development process. They also dive into the importance of wedge fitting and gapping. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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23:13

Episode 85: G440 K Driver

PING Proving Grounds ·

2026/01/21

Shane and Marty are joined at the PING Proving Grounds by Ryan Stokke, PING Director of Product Design, to go behind the design of the G440 K driver. They dive into the design and development process, the innovations that contribute to PING's straightest and most forgiving model to date, and why MOI matters for all swing speeds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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23:17

Episode 84: Shaft Development

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2025/12/19

Shane and Marty are joined at PING HQ by John Oldenburg, Director of Shaft Development, to dive into the world of graphite shafts. They discuss PING's approach to shaft design, the new PING Shaft Lab, and how the new space will be used to elevate PING's holistic approach to club design. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:54

Episode 83: Soft Goods Design & Development

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2025/12/03

Shane and Marty are joined by Alex Kump, PING Soft Goods Design & Development Director, for a gear-focused discussion on golf bags, headwear and accessories, all of which are designed by his team at PING HQ. They dive into the origins of the iconic L8 and Hoofer golf bags, the R&D behind the new PING Reserve carry bag, and headwear insights from his team's partnership with our PING pros. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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24:30

Episode 82: Top-End Fitting

PING Proving Grounds ·

2025/10/29

Shane and Marty discuss how to determine the best clubs between your driver and longest iron. They compare all of the equipment options, identify the fitting tools golfers can utilize to gap the top-end of their bag, and review PGA Tour trends at that end of the bag. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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30:55

Episode 81: Alternative Style Putters

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2025/10/15

Shane and Marty discuss alternative style putting and the fitting tools available to help golfers find a putter that’s best for their setup and stroke. They dive even deeper into long putters and one of the newest options available in the PLD family, the PLD Oslo L. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:13

Episode 80: Ryder Cup Preview (Feat. Harris English)

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2025/09/23

PING Pro Harris English joins Shane Bacon ahead of his second Ryder Cup to discuss Bethpage Black, what it’s like to play for Team USA, and how he’s continued to elevate his game and prepare for the biggest events in golf. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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28:00

Episode 79: The PING Virtual Fitting Experience

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2025/09/03

As Fall approaches, Shane and Marty take time to discuss the PING Virtual Fitting Experience, a complimentary fitting session with PING Fitting Specialists, available to everyone. They cover why and when a virtual fitting might be a good option, what to expect from the process, and fitting applications like PING Co-Pilot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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41:11

Episode 78: Mason Howell

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2025/08/27

Newly crowned U.S. Amateur Champion, Mason Howell, joins the pod off the back of his recent win at The Olympic Club. The 18-year-old high schoolerchats with Shane and Marty about his unforgettable week in the Bay Area, qualifying for the Walker Cup at Cypress Point, what’s in the bag, and some advice for junior golfers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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49:37

Episode 77: Putter Torque (Feat. Dr. Erik Henrikson)

PING Proving Grounds ·

2025/08/20

Dr. Erik Henrikson, PING Director of Golf Science, joins Marty Jertson in the PING Putting Lab for a discussion on putter torque and why it's a popular topic in golf. They cover the five senses and physics of putting, putter innovation, and the latest PLD Milled SE model, the Ally Blue Onset. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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36:38

Episode 76: i240 Irons

PING Proving Grounds ·

2025/07/23

Shane and Marty discuss the most recent addition to the PING iron lineup, the i240 irons. They dive into the technologies have helped advance performance in the new players-style design, how the i240 irons are engineered to blend well with other models and the early success of the model on professional tours worldwide. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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28:07

Episode 75: iDi Driving Iron

PING Proving Grounds ·

2025/07/11

As The Open Championship approaches, Shane and Marty discuss the new iDi driving iron, PING's latest long-game solution. They cover inR-Air technology, the three loft options that deliver varying performance benefits, and how the iDi can provide more versatility and control at the top end of players' bags. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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41:33

Episode 74: Prepping for Tournament Golf

PING Proving Grounds ·

2025/06/27

Summer is a busy time for tournament golf. In this episode of the PING Proving Grounds podcast, Shane and Marty discuss their tournament schedules and how they prepare while balancing the demands of work and life outside of golf. They offer tips on how to get your game tournament ready and strategies for qualifying for bigger events. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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31:58

Episode 73: Tour Development Program (Feat. Scott...

PING Proving Grounds ·

2025/05/23

Shane and Marty are joined on the PING Tour Truck by Scott Sullivan, PING Senior Manager of Amateur Player Development. They discuss the philosophies that guide PING’s Player Development Program, the support that PING provides at the collegiate level, and the impact of NIL endorsements on the program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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