Episode 96: Erika Larkin

In this podcast episode, Marty and Shane put common golf beliefs to the test. Using research and insights from the PING Proving Grounds, they discuss Strokes Gained: Driving vs. Putting, spin characteristics out of the rough, and how wind affects ball flight.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Six-time PGA TOUR winner, past Ryder Cup competitor, and longtime PING Pro Hunter Mahan joins Shane and Marty for a conversation about life on and off the golf course. Hunter reflects on his long relationship with PING, discusses his latest role coaching high school golf, and shares stories from his years competing at the highest level.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shane and Marty return to the pod for a deep dive into the fitting process for the scoring clubs. They cover PING’s iron lineup, WebFit, and how it can be used to jumpstart the fitting process, and what to consider when getting fit inside vs. outside.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special 100th episode, Shane and Marty welcome friend of the PING brand, and two-time Hall of Famer, Charles Barkley to the Proving Grounds podcast. From rebuilding his infamous golf swing under the tutelage of Stan Utley, to stories from his time on the ‘92 U.S. Olympic "Dream Team" with Michael Jordan, the Chuckster holds court in this milestone episode.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the most important club in the bag, which makes the fitting process even more critical. In this episode, Shane and Marty take an in-depth look at the driver fitting process, exploring the G440 lineup and the technologies and data available to fitters and golfers to help find the right combination of distance and forgiveness off the tee.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shane and Marty are joined by Sal Syed, CEO & Co-founder of Arccos, on the pod for an episode on PING’s partnership with Arccos, golf’s #1 game tracking platform. They discuss how the company has evolved from early prototypes to millions of shots tracked and insights that are helping golfers play better.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shane and Marty are joined on the pod by last week's U.S. Open champion, Wyndham Clark. They discuss all things Shinnecock, including sleeping on the lead, insights on crucial shots, and all the details of his winning Scottsdale TEC Ally Blue Onset putter.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shane and Marty are joined at the Proving Grounds by Golf Digest Top 50 golf teacher and PING Brand Ambassador, Erika Larkin. They discuss how she got into the game, her teaching philosophies and how her partnership with PING came to be.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the PING Proving Grounds podcast, Shane and Marty catch up on their tournament golf and take time to answer questions submitted by listeners. They touch on elements of equipment design and offer insights that golfers can take to their next fitting to help them build out their bag.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shane and Marty are joined at the PING Proving Grounds by Stacey Pauwels, PING Vice President and granddaughter of PING Founder Karsten Solheim. They dive into the impact of Karsten’s wife, Louise Solheim, PING’s longstanding commitment to women’s golf, and the new G Le4 family.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.