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Introducing The Bridgestone B Series 258CBP Iron is built for golfers looking for a little extra distance without sacrificing control. Designed to add +5 yards while maintaining precision, this forged iron delivers both power and playability, making it easier to hit confident, consistent shots.
This iron provides a soft yet responsive feel, striking the right balance between feedback and forgiveness. Its tour-inspired shape offers a clean and sharp look, but with enough playability to inspire confidence at address. The wider sole, featuring Tour Contact Sole technology, ensures smooth turf interaction and helps players make solid contact more consistently.
A key feature of the 258CBP is the Soft & Speed Face technology in the longer irons (#5-7), using SAE8655 chrome molybdenum steel. This enhances ball speed while preserving that classic forged feel. The variable thickness structure adds a bit of extra pop at impact while still feeling soft and controlled.
The 360° Pocket Cavity construction increases forgiveness, integrating a full-perimeter undercut to maintain distance and accuracy even on off-center hits. This design also promotes higher launch and greater shot stability. Paired with the Tour Contact Sole, which blends a wide, rounded shape with a cut design, the iron glides effortlessly through the turf, helping players launch the ball with ease.
Made with a forged S20C soft carbon steel body, the 258CBP retains the premium feel that better players demand. The face construction varies by club, with the longer irons (#5-7) featuring a pressed and CNC-milled face for precision, while the shorter irons (#8-PW) use a pressed face for a more traditional response.


The Diamana™ RB (Red Board) is back, and if you’re a fan of the classic Diamana RB profile, this is the one you’ve been waiting for. It’s got all the traditional elements that made Diamana™ a favorite—like the original 53/63/73/83 weight classes—but with the latest materials and engineering to take performance to the next level.
So, what makes the RB stand out? First off, it’s designed to give you a slightly higher launch than the BB model, making it easier to get the ball up without losing control. That means better carry, better distance, and more consistency. If you liked the previous Red Board, you’ll love that this version brings back that active tip section, helping generate a little more speed through the ball. But don’t worry—it still has the stability and low-torque control that Diamana™ is known for, so you won’t have to sacrifice accuracy just to get that extra pop.
A big reason for that balance between speed and control comes down to the materials. The butt section is built with 80-ton DIALEAD Pitch Fiber, which helps with stability and energy transfer, so you’re not losing any power through the swing. Then there’s the high modulus 46-ton fiber in the angle plies, which keeps torque low without adding extra weight—basically, it helps prevent twisting while still feeling smooth. And to top it all off, the Xlink Tech™ Resin System increases the shaft’s strength and durability, so it holds up even after countless rounds and practice sessions.
So, who should be playing the Diamana RB? If you’re looking for a shaft that gives you a little extra speed while still keeping things under control, this is a great option. Whether you’re trying to launch it a bit higher, add a touch more distance, or just want that smooth, responsive feel, the RB is designed to help you swing with confidence. It’s a perfect blend of modern innovation and classic Diamana™ performance.
SPEC
Shaft | Flex | Length | Weight/GMS | Tip OD | Tip Length | Butt OD | Torque | Kick Point |
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Diamana™ RB 43 | R2 | 46 | 44 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.596 | 5.1 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 43 | R | 46 | 45 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.598 | 5.1 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 43 | SR | 46 | 47 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.600 | 5.1 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 43 | S | 46 | 48 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.602 | 5.1 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 43 | X | 46 | 49 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.606 | 5.1 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 53 | R | 46 | 50 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.596 | 4.9 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 53 | SR | 46 | 52 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.596 | 4.9 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 53 | S | 46 | 54 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.598 | 4.9 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 53 | X | 46 | 55 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.600 | 4.9 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 53 | TX | 46 | 56 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.600 | 4.9 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 63 | R | 46 | 60 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.602 | 3.2 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 63 | SR | 46 | 61 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.602 | 3.2 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 63 | S | 46 | 61 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.602 | 3.2 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 63 | X | 46 | 62 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.602 | 3.2 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 63 | TX | 46 | 62 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.602 | 3.1 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 73 | S | 46 | 70 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.602 | 2.9 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 73 | X | 46 | 71 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.604 | 2.9 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 73 | TX | 46 | 72 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.604 | 2.9 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 83 | S | 46 | 80 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.604 | 2.8 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 83 | X | 46 | 81 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.604 | 2.8 | MID |
Diamana™ RB 83 | TX | 46 | 81 | 0.335 | 3 | 0.604 | 2.8 | MID |


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The PING G430 driver was a top performer in 2024. When PING released the G440, I was not the only one who questioned whether it was that much different. Read on to find out the answer!
Carbon for all models (Instead of one)
The PING G430 driver had a Carbonfly Wrap in the LST model and the MAX 10K while the MAX and SFT were titanium crowns. PING found that the Carbonfly Wrap had enough benefits to be used as the standard crown material for all models: the G440 MAX, LST and SFT. The switch saved about three grams.
“Free Hosel” design
The G430 driver uses a traditional internal hosel structure that is fully connected metal around an adjustable sleeve. One of the bigger changes to the G440 is a new “free hosel” design. The center section of the internal hosel support is removed. This change saved four grams of head weight and will increase ball speed in the heel area.
Updated model head weights
With the new line of PING G440 drivers, PING wanted to ensure a driver matched every swing speed. While the G430 had head weights in the 202- to 206-gram range depending on configuration, the G440 head weights are a little more specific.
The G440 weights are as follows:



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