Ping Eye 2 Angles - Specs - Lofts- Lie - Bounce - Attack

The Ping Eye 2 irons, first introduced in 1982, have stood the test of time as a classic set of golf clubs. These irons gained popularity due to their innovative design, which included a unique blend of perimeter weighting and large sweet spots, making them more forgiving for a wide range of golfers. One of the key elements that made these irons so successful were the loft and lie angles, which are crucial in determining the performance of the club. In this article, we will explore the importance of these angles and how they contribute to the success of the Ping Eye 2 irons.

Loft Angle: The loft angle of a golf club is the angle between the clubface and a vertical plane. It determines the trajectory and distance of the shot when the ball is struck. A higher loft angle results in a higher trajectory, which means a shorter distance, while a lower loft angle creates a lower trajectory and longer distance. The loft angles of the Ping Eye 2 irons are designed to provide optimal distance and trajectory for each specific club within the set.

Here are the typical loft angles for the Ping Eye 2 irons:

2-iron: 18°
3-iron: 21°
4-iron: 24°
5-iron: 28°
6-iron: 32°
7-iron: 36°
8-iron: 40°
9-iron: 45°
Pitching Wedge (PW): 50.5°

Lie Angle: The lie angle is the angle between the center of the clubface and the ground when the club is in a proper address position. It plays a significant role in shot accuracy, as it directly affects the direction in which the ball will travel. If the lie angle is incorrect for a specific golfer, it can lead to either a push (ball going right of the target) or a pull (ball going left of the target).

The Ping Eye 2 irons come in various lie angles, indicated by a color-coded dot system developed by Ping. The colors range from red (flat lie) to maroon (upright lie), with standard lie being represented by a black dot. This system ensures that golfers can easily identify the correct lie angle for their swing, leading to improved accuracy and consistency on the golf course.

Ping Eye 2 Club Specifications

Club	Loft (°)	Lie Angle (°)	Bounce Angle (°)	Offset (mm)
1 Iron	16	56.5	8	4.6
2 Iron	18.5	57	8	4.3
3 Iron	21	57.5	8	4.0
4 Iron	24	58	9	3.7
5 Iron	27	58.5	9	3.4
6 Iron	30.5	59	10	3.1
7 Iron	34	59.5	10	2.8
8 Iron	38	60	11	2.5
9 Iron	42	60.5	11	2.2
Pitching Wedge	47	61	12	1.9

Angle Comparisons

Club	Angle of Attack (°)	Dynamic Loft (°)	Clubhead Path (°)
1 Iron	-5	11	2
2 Iron	-4	14	2
3 Iron	-3	17	2
4 Iron	-2	20	2
5 Iron	-1	23	2
6 Iron	0	26	2
7 Iron	1	29	2
8 Iron	2	33	2
9 Iron	3	37	2
Pitching Wedge	4	42	2

Launch Angles

Club	Average Launch Angle (°)	Optimal Launch Angle (°)	Max Launch Angle (°)	Min Launch Angle (°)
1 Iron	8	10	12	6
2 Iron	10	12	14	8
3 Iron	12	14	16	10
4 Iron	14	16	18	12
5 Iron	16	18	20	14
6 Iron	18	20	22	16
7 Iron	20	22	24	18
8 Iron	22	24	26	20
9 Iron	24	26	28	22
Pitching Wedge	26	28	30	24

Average Distance

Club	Carry Distance (yards)	Total Distance (yards)	Max Distance (yards)	Min Distance (yards)
1 Iron	210	230	250	190
2 Iron	200	220	240	180
3 Iron	190	210	230	170
4 Iron	180	200	220	160
5 Iron	170	190	210	150
6 Iron	160	180	200	140
7 Iron	150	170	190	130
8 Iron	140	160	180	120
9 Iron	130	150	170	110
Pitching Wedge	120	140	160	100

User Performance

Club	Swing Speed (mph)	Smash Factor	Spin Rate (rpm)	Shot Dispersion (yards)
1 Iron	90	1.45	2700	30
2 Iron	88	1.46	2800	28
3 Iron	86	1.47	2900	26
4 Iron	84	1.48	3000	24
5 Iron	82	1.49	3100	22

Conclusion:

The loft and lie angles of the Ping Eye 2 irons play a critical role in the overall performance of these clubs. The optimal loft angles provide the ideal balance of distance and trajectory for each iron in the set, while the innovative color-coded dot system allows golfers to easily find the proper lie angle for their swing. These design features, combined with the club’s perimeter weighting and large sweet spots, have contributed to the enduring success of the Ping Eye 2 irons.