Another Iron Recommendation Request

[jackaaronsdad]

Here is another request for a mid handicapper iron. My "unofficial" HC is about 18 (based on my summer golf league). I would estimate that my "iron handicap" is a bit lower, as my main trouble is driving accuracy and my secondary trouble is putting. I currently play Ping G2's, and have had them since 2005 I believe.

Several questions:

Are these considered "game improvement" or "super game improvement"?

What would be the benefit of a newer set? And I must add that I am a budget golfer, typically buying the model after a newer version is released to get a discount.

One set I have my eyes on is the Cleveland CG Red. I also have always wanted to try Mizuno. The other option I am considering is Hireko Golf, based on the positive reviews on the site (and the great price).

I like the Pings, my issues are with the offset, and I think I hit them too high.

[jpalermo]

There are several model Pings with little offset. S59, S59 tour, S58 & S57. Hitting them too high is probably a combination of the head and shaft. Could also be your swing with the ball height. What shafts do you have now?

[CrazyXGolfer]

The new Nike VR range is awesome! Titleist also make some very good Irons, just go to a demo day and find out what you like....

[jackaaronsdad]

Regular flex CS Lite. Some other things about my game that may shed some light. I got a new driver at GG last spring. I believe my SS was just below 100, and that is stiff flex (Cobra F Speed). Per my new GPS, a well struck drive was 225, and 250 was the best this past weekend on a cold day. Last summer, my 8 iron distance was around 145, and 7 iron around 155. However, I could not maintain that yardage gap with the long irons. Based on 10 yard gaps, I should be able to hit my 3 iron 190-195, but I would use that for around 180 maybe (I don't bag it usually).

As far as swing, I generally take little to know divot, which may change as I am trying out the Stack and Tilt.