Brian Campbell missed just 10 fairways with his Ping G440 LST driver.
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While Brian Campbell’s most memorable tee shot this week was one he would have likely wanted to forget under normal circumstances, the rest of his tee shots were on point all week.
Campbell, who ranked near the bottom in the field in driving distance, still managed to rank T32nd in Strokes Gained: off-the-tee thanks to his pinpoint accuracy and he took down the long-bombing Aldrich Potgieter in a playoff.
Take a closer look at Campbell’s complete bag specs below.
The G440 driver family (MAX, LST, SFT) is optimized to deliver more ball speed through multiple advancements, including PING’s deepest CG in a driver to date and a shallower, thinner face, while continuing to ensure the game-changing forgiveness expected from a PING driver. The G440 LST (Low Spin) design appeals to players with faster swing speeds, providing lower spin and more control in 9° and 10.5° lofts with the three-position back weight.
HIGHLY FORGIVING
Lighter head weight allows for heavier back weight.
FASTER FACE
Shallow, thinner, face increases ball speed for more distance, higher launch.
SOUND DESIGN
New shaping, carbon crown and internal ribs produce muted impact experience.
FREE-HOSEL DESIGN
Saves weight to lower CG, increase forgiveness. Allows for more heel-side face flexing for consistent ball speed across face.
Some of White, some of Blue. If you’ve ever felt like you might need something in between our White and Blue, the mid-launching, low-spinning Diamana GT is for you. GT uses the stiffest handle section of any Diamana profile and is slightly softer in the mid and tip section. Built with a bevy of premium materials including high-modulus MR70 and high-strength boron, Diamana GT can stand up to any golfer and still provide the smooth, pleasing feeling golfers expect from Diamana. Like its siblings Diamana TB and PD, GT also uses Consistent Feel Design for maximum ease of fitting and our breakthrough Xlink Tech Resin System for the best possible feel with no sacrifice in strength.Key Features Include:- Mid-launching, low-spinning 5th Generation Diamana offering- Super firm in handle and slightly softer everywhere else- Consistent Feel Design for simplicity during fitting process- Xlink Tech Resin System drives carbon fiber volume way up for better feel without sacrificing strength or durability- MR70 for strength- Boron to fortify tip section
The Fujikura Ventus Blue utilizes a Tour-inspired profile and the first to include Fujikura’s all new VeloCore Technology in an accelerated taper, ultra stiff tip profile. Designed to tighten the shot dispersion and ball speed especially when the shot is off-centered. Maximum energy transfer from the tip section boosts the clubhead’s performance and a straight taper design enhances loading and feel.
Available in the following models:
6, 7, and 8. You can buy the Fujikura Ventus Blue with the adaptor sleeve of choice built to your required specifications.
Product Features:
The Fujikura Ventus Blue is ideal for the player looking for a mid launch, low spin shaft that was designed to significantly tighten shot dispersion and maximize ball speed especially on off-center shots. Read the Ventus Blue full review and specs for more information.
Engineered to significantly tighten the shot dispersion and maximize ball speed, especially on off center hits.
Increases velocity and smash factory with it’s VeloCore Technology (multi-material based construction that delivers through transition and impact)
Ventus Blue delivers a Mid launch with Low spin
7-Wood: Ping G430 Max (21˚@19.5˚), Fujikura Ventus Blue 8-X (41″ EOG, D1, Tipped 1.5″)
Fujikura Ventus Blue Wood Shaft
The Fujikura Ventus Blue utilizes a Tour-inspired profile and the first to include Fujikura’s all new VeloCore Technology in an accelerated taper, ultra stiff tip profile. Designed to tighten the shot dispersion and ball speed especially when the shot is off-centered. Maximum energy transfer from the tip section boosts the clubhead’s performance and a straight taper design enhances loading and feel.
Available in the following models:
6, 7, and 8. You can buy the Fujikura Ventus Blue with the adaptor sleeve of choice built to your required specifications.
Product Features:
The Fujikura Ventus Blue is ideal for the player looking for a mid launch, low spin shaft that was designed to significantly tighten shot dispersion and maximize ball speed especially on off-center shots. Read the Ventus Blue full review and specs for more information.
Engineered to significantly tighten the shot dispersion and maximize ball speed, especially on off center hits.
Increases velocity and smash factory with it’s VeloCore Technology (multi-material based construction that delivers through transition and impact)
Ventus Blue delivers a Mid launch with Low spin
Irons: Ping Blueprint S 4-PW (2˚ flat), KBS Tour 120 S (-.5″), D2
PING Blueprint S Custom Irons
Developed following extensive testing with PING’s top tour pros to meet their “must haves” — control and precision — Blueprint S delivers the score-lowering performance demanded by the best players in the world.
COMPACT SHAPE
The compact shape fits the discerning eye with a thin top line and minimal offset. The 8620 carbon steel head boasts a clean cavity design, distinguished by an eye-catching forged textured pattern and hydropearl 2.0 chrome finish.
PRECISION POCKET FORGING
This patented forging technique allows PING to forge a pocket into the cavity of the 3, 4 and 5 irons. The pocket saves 10 grams of weight, which is re-allocated to increase the MOI and optimize the center of gravity position for more distance and trajectory control.
Wedges: Titleist Vokey SM10 (52.12F, 56.10S, WedgeWorks 60.04L), KBS Tour 130 X (52), Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400 (56, 60)
Titleist Vokey SM10 Tour Chrome Custom Wedge
Adding Vokey Design® SM10 Wedges to your bag opens a world of scoring opportunities. Between the crisp contact, optimal flighting, incredible spin – and those magical Bob Vokey grinds – they give you everything you need to grow your short game skill. From the simple to the sensational, SM10 are made to make great shots happen.
Improved Flighting & Feel
Get lower, more attacking flight in a wedge that feels amazingly solid at impact with SM10. A precise shift in the center of gravity gives you even more control and stability for greater confidence over every shot.
Ultimate Shot Versatility
Your swing is unique and requires the right tools. Finding your ideal mix of grinds will provide you with flawless contact and maximum versatility so you can be prepared for everything the course demands.
Jack Hirsh is the Associate Equipment Editor at GOLF. A Pennsylvania native, Jack is a 2020 graduate of Penn State University, earning degrees in broadcast journalism and political science. He was captain of his high school golf team and recently returned to the program to serve as head coach. Jack also still *tries* to remain competitive in local amateurs. Before joining GOLF, Jack spent two years working at a TV station in Bend, Oregon, primarily as a Multimedia Journalist/reporter, but also producing, anchoring and even presenting the weather. He can be reached at jack.hirsh@golf.com.