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Ping released its new carry bag line of golf bags today under the new E2 label, which focuses on comfort through adjustability and unique design. The new E2 line of carry golf bags is Ping’s most durable lineup to date, in multiple colorways, and sizes.

Ping E2 Carry Bag Lineup Includes:

Four Series (Small Carry Bag)

• A brand new strap design provides optimum balance while giving the player a backpack-style fit.
• Total weight is slightly over 4 lbs.
• Integration of a new leg retention strap for quick leg deployment.
• Six pockets can be found throughout the bag including a water-bottle pouch.

Hoofer (Midsize Carry Bag)

• A brand new strap design provides optimum balance while giving the player a backpack-style fit.
• Total weight is slightly over 5 lbs.
• The Hoofer features a 5-way reinforced top with two full-length dividers.
• Integration of a new leg retention strap for quick leg deployment.
• Eight pockets can be found throughout the bag including a water-bottle pouch.

Latitude (Large Carry Bag)

• A brand new strap design provides optimum balance while giving the player a backpack-style fit.
• Total weight is 5.5 lbs.
• The Latitude features a 6-way reinforced top with two full-length dividers.
• Molded putter well for quick access between green and tee.
• Integration of a new leg retention strap for quick leg deployment.
• Ten pockets can be found throughout the bag including a water-bottle pouch.

Available November 1, 2011.

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Yesterday on Ping.com you got an inside look at the 2012 Sales meeting, where they will be tweeted the entire event.

Besides giving consumers inside access during the presentation, they also be took questions and comments. Throughout the presentation they shared photos, video and detailed information regarding the 2012 Ping product offerings.

In case you missed the presentation, you can relive the entire experience on Storify.

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Bubba Watson, won his second PGA Tour event in 2011 and third overall by defeating Webb Simpson in a sudden death playoff at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. Watson also jumped from No. 16 to No. 10 in the world rankings as well becoming the FedExCup leader.

Bubba Watson’s Setup for the 2011 Zurich Classic:

• Driver: Ping G15 driver, 7.5, Grafalloy Bi-Matrix X-Flex, 44.5″, D4 swgt
• Fairway Woods: Ping G15 4-wood, 17.0, True Temper PX X8A1, 42.5″ D3 swgt
• Irons: Ping S59 irons 3-9pw, True Temper Dynamic Gold X100, +1/2″, D3 swgt
• Wedges: Ping Tour-W wedges, 52, 56, True Temper DG X100, +1/2″, D4+, D5+; Ping Tour-S Rustique 64*, True Temper DG X100, +1/2″, D0
• Putter: Ping Redwood Anser putter 34″, 3 degrees loft
• Grips: PING 703 Gold (+12 wraps under left hand, +10 wraps under the right hand)
• Apparel: Travis Matthew and Kentwool Socks

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Get a behind the scenes look of Bubba Watson, Angel Cabrera, and Mark Wilson as they visit Ping Golf Headquarters earlier in the week, before the start of the 2011 Waste Management Phoenix Open.

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The Ping Anser Irons are the first forged design from Ping in over 40 years, which carry the same name of the earlier models Karsten Solheim developed.

In this video watch Ping’s Marty Jertson, Senior Design Engineer talk about the features of the new Anser Forged irons have and how they can benefit today’s golfer.

Special Thanks to Marty Jertson and Ping!

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Bubba Watson held off home town favorite Phil Mickelson to win his second PGA Tour event, since the Travelers Championship in 2010.

“I’ve got (another) win now, so I feel like I’m stepping up,” Bubba Watson, said. “Hopefully I never step backwards. But it’s always a learning process. You never perfect it.”

Bubba Watson’s Setup for the 2011 Farmers Insurance Open:

• Driver:G15 driver, 7.5, Grafalloy Bi-Matrix, 44.5″, D4 swingweight
• Irons: S59 irons 3-9pw, True Temper Dynamic Gold X100, +1/2″, D3 swingweight
• Fairway Woods: G15 4-wood, 17.0, True Temper PX X8A1, 42.5″ D3 swingweight
• Wedges: Tour-W wedges, 52, 56, 60, True Temper DG X100, +1/2″, D4+, D5+, D0 swingweight
• Putter: Redwood Anser putter 34″, 3 degrees loft
• Apparel: Travis Matthew and Kentwool Socks

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Did you ever want to know what life is like driving a PGA Tour Van? In this two part video, Ping’s Tour Master Technician Daniel Udd, let’s you inside his world.

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Part one you’ll find out how many days of the year Daniel is on the road, favorite stop on the Tour, crazy things that happen on the road, what Bubba Watson does when he visits the van, and much more.

In part two of the video, you’ll see how Daniel builds Ping’s new S56 irons, which have won seven times on Tour, and what sets Ping apart in how they build golf clubs.

Special thanks to Daniel Udd and Ping for setting this up!

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One of the most winning sets of irons on Tour this season were the Ping S56 irons, capturing seven victories. The follow up to popular S57, the S56 irons are one of the reason for Hunter Mahan’s success on Tour with his amazing shot control and consistency.

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Look and Feel
The S56 irons are svelte with their steel body blade design which is slightly longer than the S57 brethren and feature variable tungsten toe weighting and stabilizing bars. The brushed matte steel body is complimented by the machined face with conforming grooves for performance and control. These irons will appeal to even the most discerning golfer and setup perfectly at address with their thin profile. Round out the S56 irons with True Temper Dynamic Gold steel shafts and Ping ID8 grips, which feature a dog-bone texture for enhanced control. Overall, the Ping S56 irons are a great looking set of players irons.

Performance
One of the reasons for the S56 irons success on Tour, is the premium these irons put on precision and shot control. How this was achieved in the S56 irons is two-fold: variable tungsten toe weighting and variable width stabilizing bar technology.

The tungsten toe weighting which is shallower in the clubhead on the long irons produces a medium-high trajectory for your ball flight. In the shorter irons the weight is deeper in the face which result in more of a piercing ball flight. Sounds a little counter intuitive at first, but it makes a big difference when trying to control your shots.

Shot Control and Stabilizing Bar Technology
On the back of each of the S56 irons you’ll notice that the stabilizing bars vary in width depending on the type of iron. In long irons the stabilizing bars are narrower, than the bars in the short irons. The stabilizing bars play a role in optimizing the each irons center of gravity location. In the long irons I tested the narrower bar helps generate more distance from faster ball speed, but also higher trajectory. I gained at least 2-4 yards consistently with my long irons and found it very easy to fade and draw my shots.

The short irons feature a wider stabilizing bar which produced a more controlled trajectory than I’m used to with my shorter irons. I was blown away by the laser like precision with my short irons. The piercing ball flight made it easier to be precise with my approach shots and not worry about getting the ball caught in the wind or sailing past the green.

Turf Interaction and Forgiveness
A feature of the S56 irons that doesn’t get talked about a lot is how well these irons interact with the turf. I found that the S56 irons would glide effortlessly through the turf, without getting hung up. This is very helpful from the first cut of rough, which helped minimize loss of distance and control.

As a golfer with average capabilities and mid-hadicap, I found the S56 irons quite easy to hit. In terms of forgiveness the S56 irons are forgiving on off center hits, with minimal distance loss, but being a better players irons you’ll feel it when you mishit your shots.

Overall the Ping S56 irons are an excellent set of players irons for the golfer who values precision and shot control. You may not have the skills of Hunter Mahan, but you can at least play the same irons he has in his bag. Before running out an buying a set off the rack, I highly recommend you get fitted by an authorized Ping Club fitter to get the most out of these irons.

Ping S56 Irons $899

Hunter Mahan 2010 WGC Bridgestone Intvitational Champion-Photo/AP Tony Dejak

Hunter Mahan did the unpredictable this weekend at the WGC Bridgestone Invitational, he beat the former number one golfer in the world Tiger Woods, by 30 strokes to win his second tournament of 2010 (Waste Management Phoenix Open).

The victory also locked up a spot on U.S. Ryder Cup team for Mahan, who also took home $1.4 million by shooting 12-under par 268 and beating Ryan Palmer by two strokes.

“I was hitting it sharp all week,” Mahan said. “I knew if I could get some pressure on them and get some momentum on my side early, maybe I could make a push for the lead and make something happen the last few holes. I got hot on that front nine.  It feels great to win a tournament like this, the best players in the world are here.”

Hunter Mahan’s setup for the 2010 WGC Bridgestone Invitational:

• Driver: Ping V2 Driver 10.5, PING 824 X Shaft
• Fairway Wood: Ping i15 15.5 degree FW,UST Mamiya ATTAS X8
• Hybrid: Ping i15 17 degree Hybrid, ACCRA XH 85
• Irons: Ping S56 3-PW, Dynamic Gold X-100
• Wedges: Callaway 54-60
• Putter: Ping iWi D66

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Louis Oosthuizen lifting the Claret Jug after winning the 2010 British Open-Adrian Dennis/AFP/Getty Images

It was a fairy tale ending for the 27 year old South African  Louis Oosthuizen, who’s friends call  ”Shrek” because of the gap between his teeth, after winning the 2010 Open Championship at St. Andrews. Oosthuizen won the Open Championship by a 7 strokes (16-under par, 271) for the tournament, and joins other former British Open Champions: Gary Player, Bobby Locke, and Ernie Els.

“To win an Open championship is special,” Oosthuizen said. “But to win it at St. Andrews … it’s something you dream about.”

Special indeed, considering that Oosthuizen missed the cut at the 2010 Masters and U.S. Open, and was favored 200-1 to win the British Open. I’d like to know who placed bet on Oosthuizen this weekend, because just like Louis Oosthuizen, they are smiling all the way to the bank!

Louis Oosthuizen’s setup for the 2010 British Open at St. Andrews:

• Driver: Ping Rapture V2 9 degree driver
• Fairway Woods: Nike Golf SQ II (13° & 19°)
• Irons: Ping New S56 3-9 irons
• Wedges: Ping New Tour-S Rustique Wedges
• Putter: Ping Redwood Anser Putter
• Ball: Titleist Pro V1x

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