Tour equipment testing for the 2027 season is underway, with manufacturers' tour trucks active despite the typical autumn slowdown. Ping's latest rising star has drawn attention with a distinctive club set-up, according to observations from the tour trucks and equipment specialist Kihei Akina.
The testing period, which usually sees reduced activity in the fall, remains busy as players and technicians fine-tune gear ahead of the new campaign. Johnny Wunder reported on the developments from the tour scene on October 31, 2026.



