SOFT GOODS / CARRY / PERFORMANCE
01PING · 2017 HOOFER
Performance carry, resolved as a system
A Hoofer stand bag balancing lightweight structure, intuitive pocket access and confident PING brand expression.
Brand portfolio / PINGBuilt to carry.
Built to carry.
Designed to perform.
The 2017 golf bag collection combines lightweight soft-goods construction, purposeful organization and a clear visual language for the course.
A coordinated bag system
built around the golfer.
SOFT GOODS / CARRY / PERFORMANCE01
DETAIL / CONSTRUCTION / ACCESS02PRODUCT DETAIL
Structure where it matters
Layered textiles, reinforced seams and a high-visibility pocket create a durable focal point with immediate access.
ON-COURSE / BALANCE / MOBILITY03IN USE
Designed for the walk
The carrying system keeps the bag balanced and the equipment accessible throughout a full round.
Award legacyA category benchmark,
A category benchmark,
generation after generation.
The Hoofer family’s recognition spans more than a decade. The honors below celebrate the evolving product lineage—not only the 2017 configuration shown here.
Natural fit and feel,
engineered into every layer.
FIT / GRIP / BREATHABILITY04PING · SPORT TECH GLOVE
Performance through natural movement
Pre-curved fingers, breathable stretch zones and carefully placed materials create a glove designed around fit, feel and all-weather play.
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GRIP / CONTROL05IN USE
Shaped for the swing
Pre-curved finger geometry supports a natural hold, while the textured closure helps maintain ventilation and control.
MATERIAL / FEEL06PALM CONSTRUCTION
All-weather feel
A synthetic-leather palm delivers dependable feel and fit, paired with moisture-managing materials at the wrist and back of hand.
Leadership context
Director, Industrial Design & Soft Goods Development
From 2010–2017, John led portfolio strategy and global product development at PING. His work helped raise product margins from 10% to 50% while strengthening the design language across the portfolio.