Like its predecessor, the Rapture V2 redirects 20 grams (approx.) of discretionary weight from a light crown to other areas of the clubhead. In Rapture V2, this mass is divided equally between rear external pads (made of tungsten) and internal sole weighting. This pulls the club's center of gravity (CG) lower and more rearward than in the original Rapture. Company robot tests reveal that V2 shots, on average, launch 1° higher with 500 to 600 rpm less backspin. The payoff can be as much as 10 yards more distance. Rapture V2 also has a 6% higher MOI (both heel-to-toe and crown-to-sole), for more help on mis-hits. Ping recommends that you be custom-fit to determine ideal loft, shaft and flex.
A tall face and sloped crown lower the club's CG. The by-product is a stable head that delivers high-launching, low-spinning shots. Comes in 9°, 10.5°, 12° and 13.5° lofts.
$449, graphite
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