Okay, so I’ve been seeing a lot of buzz around Viktor Hovland lately, especially after his recent wins. Naturally, I got curious about what clubs this guy’s using to pull off those shots. So, I decided to dive in and see what’s in his bag.
First things first, I started by hitting up the usual spots – the official golf websites, some forums, you know, the regular places where gearheads like me hang out. I wanted to get a general idea of his setup before going too deep.
Driver: This is where things get interesting. From what I gathered, he’s been using a Ping G425 LST, around 9 degrees of loft. It makes sense, you need some good control to pull off what he does.
- Fairway Woods: Looks like he’s got a TaylorMade Stealth Plus 3-wood. And sometimes he adds a 5-wood, a Ping G425 Max. That’s a smart move, giving him options depending on the course and the conditions.
- Irons: These are key. He’s gaming the Titleist U505 for the 3-iron and then goes into Ping i210 for the 4-iron through pitching wedge. I personally use the i210s, and let me tell you, they’re sweet. Forgiving but still give you that feedback you need.
- Wedges: He’s got a couple of Ping Glide 4.0 wedges, usually a 50-degree and a 56-degree. And then he goes to a Titleist Vokey Design WedgeWorks for his 60-degree. I can see why. Vokeys are popular for a reason.
- Putter: This is the money maker, right? He’s been sticking with a Ping PLD DS 72, a prototype. It looks pretty slick, and hey, if it works for him, who am I to argue?
- Ball: No surprise here, he’s playing the Titleist Pro V1x. It’s a classic for a reason, consistent performance, especially for high swing speeds like his.
The Journey
Now, after collecting all this info, I wanted to see if I could piece together his bag in my own way. I managed to get my hands on a couple of his clubs, obviously not his own, but the same models.
It took a bit of wheeling and dealing, but I finally felt like I got the spirit of Hovland’s bag. I went out to the range a few times, trying out different combos, seeing how each club felt and performed. It wasn’t about copying him exactly, but more like understanding his choices. What was he going for with this mix of brands and models?
It was a fun little project, a good excuse to hit the course more often, to be honest. And it really gave me a new appreciation for the thought that goes into building a pro’s bag. It’s not just about the latest and greatest; it’s about finding what works for your specific game and the demands of different courses.
After many tries, I’m glad to say that I achieved a deeper understanding of him. The clubs Hovland has chosen are a good match for his style and technique. If you are also curious about him, you can try to get a feel of what he is like from his clubs.
All in all, I enjoyed this process and I learned a lot. Maybe it’s your turn now to try it out!
