The Ping G430 LST is a custom-built, pre-owned driver assembled to your specifications by The Tour Truck in Oceanside, California. We fit a pre-owned G430 LST head — a compact 440cc low-spin head built for players who generate real clubhead speed — to the shaft, loft and length you choose, then build it in-house to tour standards. Custom G430 LST builds start at $299.99.
Full specification
| Club model |
Ping G430 LST |
| Club type |
Driver |
| Shaft condition |
Pre-owned |
| Available lofts |
9°, 10.5° |
| Shaft brands |
Fujikura, Graphite Design, Project X, Mitsubishi |
| Flex options |
Stiff, Extra Stiff |
| Length |
Standard, or custom on request |
| Build location |
Southern California, in-house |
| Lead time |
1–2 weeks |
| Shipping |
Free, UPS Ground |
What is the Ping G430 LST driver, and who is it for?
The G430 LST is the low-spin head in Ping's G430 line, and it is the most compact driver head in that family at 440cc — noticeably smaller than the 460cc Max. Ping aimed it squarely at players who generate a lot of clubhead speed and rely on a penetrating trajectory.
Two technologies do the work:
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Carbonfly Wrap crown. Carbon in the crown saves weight that gets redistributed to raise ball speed while keeping spin down.
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Spinsistency face. Ping's optimised face design is built to hold spin steadier across the face, so strikes low on the face do not spike in spin the way they otherwise would. That consistency is what keeps a low-spin head playable rather than punishing.
The head is also the heaviest in the G430 driver family at 208g, on the flattest lie at 56.5° — both consistent with a club built for a faster, shallower delivery.
It suits you if you generate your own speed and want the ball to hold its line through wind rather than climbing and falling short.
Available here in 9° and 10.5° — Ping's full loft range in this head — in a 440cc head weighing 208g, at 45¾" standard length with ±1.5° of loft adjustment after the build.
How much does a custom-built G430 LST cost compared to new?
Custom G430 LST builds start at $299.99. Premium aftermarket shafts are available at additional cost, so your final price depends on the shaft you select on this page.
Both the head and the shaft are pre-owned, and that is where the saving comes from. A premium aftermarket shaft is the most expensive component in a new custom build; buying that shaft pre-owned rather than new is what brings the whole club within reach.
Put together, a custom-built G430 LST from us commonly lands at around 50% of what the equivalent new build costs at retail — new head, new aftermarket shaft, fitted and assembled. The exact gap depends on the specification you choose.
What condition are your pre-owned G430 LST heads in?
Every custom club build is offered in three head grades:
Good — clear signs of play. Sole wear, face marks and scratching are visible, and the finish may show wear at the edges. All blemishes are cosmetic and do not affect playability at all.
Very Good — normal signs of play, above average for the model. Light signs of use such as sole scratches and light crown or face marks consistent with a head of its age.
Excellent — minimal signs of play. A clean crown with light contact marks on the sole.
Whichever grade you choose, every head is inspected and authenticated by our team before it goes into a build. The photographs on this listing may not be of the exact head you receive, but please refer to our condition guide and the example condition photos provided.
How long does a custom G430 LST build take, and how do I specify it?
Allow 1–2 weeks for all custom club orders.
You select the loft, shaft brand, shaft model and flex on this page — choose a shaft brand and the model and flex options for that brand appear. Everything you need to specify a standard-length build is on the page.
For any length alterations, email customerservice@thetourtruck.com after placing your order. If we do not hear from you, we build the club to standard length with the shaft you selected.
Shipping is free via UPS Ground from our Southern California warehouse.
Frequently asked questions
Is this an authentic Ping G430 LST head?
Yes. We sell only 100% authentic clubs and club components, and every G430 LST head is inspected and authenticated by our team before it enters a build.
Are the shafts new or pre-owned?
Pre-owned. Both the head and the shaft are pre-owned, which is why a custom G430 LST build commonly costs around half of the equivalent new build at retail.
How much does a custom G430 LST build cost?
Builds start at $299.99. Premium aftermarket shafts are available at additional cost, so the final price depends on the shaft you choose.
Can I choose a shaft brand that isn't listed?
Email customerservice@thetourtruck.com with the shaft you want and we will source it and quote you a price.
Will the club I receive look exactly like the photos?
Not necessarily. The photos show a representative G430 LST head. The head you receive will match the stated condition grade.
