Reviews 4.9
For the golfer who loves the look, feel and forgiveness of a TaylorMade Spider putter, but also wants to try a zero-torque putter, TaylorMade has a new offering that will satisfy both wants.
The all-new Spider ZT brings the great features and benefits of TaylorMade’s Spider putter, combined with zero torque principles.
TaylorMade knew that it would have to adjust center of gravity if it were to make the Spider a zero-torque putter. The center of gravity in the traditional Spider putters had been towards the rear of the putter, and in order to make it zero torque, the shaft has to be aligned with the center of gravity.
That would have made for an awkward setup with the shaft and grip so far back, so TaylorMade shifted the center of gravity to the front by utilizing a multi-material construction. A heavier steel is in the front, while a lightweight aluminum is in the back, which then allowed TaylorMade to place the shaft near the front of the putter.
The shaft placement, matching center of gravity, along with a new sole geometry with no negative draft and a one-degree shaft lean, brings a comfortable position while reducing unwanted rotation in the putter stroke.
The company also used three weights on the sole to triangulate the position of center of gravity and balance it every time.
Those properties combined with the familiar functions of the Spider putter, including the pure roll insert that helps produce forward roll with 45-degree grooves cut into the face.
The new Spider ZT putter is a great option for those golfers looking for familiarity with new technology and zero torque principles.
