The TaylorMade Spider putter was launched back in 2008 with a huge emphasis on stability.
The more stable the putter head, the easier it is to maintain ball speed on off-centre putts and the more likely it is to keep the face square.
Rory McIlroy switched to the TaylorMade Spider Tour X putter (BUY IT HERE) at the start of this year.
He tested various versions of the new-look putter at the Tour Championship and veered towards the Tour X due to the look and the slightly shallower face angle compared to his previous Hydro Blast.
With the Spider Tour X putter there are weights in the sole rather than in the wings like his previous model and McIlroy also preferred the darker gunmetal finish – it is also available in copper and black.
There have been periods where McIlroy has experimented with a blade putter but this particular mallet shape certainly appears to suit his stroke and, while he infamously missed those two short putts down the stretch to blow victory in this year’s US Open, he still gained over two-and-a-half shots on the field on the greens that week.
Come the end of the season McIlroy would rank 42nd overall for Putting Average and, more notably, in 15th spot from inside 15 feet.
How the Spider Tour X putter work for you
TaylorMade Spider Tour X putter
– We hear a lot about forgiveness and MOI in putters but the Spider Tour X excels in this department. The putter’s weight is concentrated around the perimeter which offers more of that forgiveness on mishits and keeping the speed up on the off-centre strikes. There is minimal twisting which is very noticeable from short range.
– The alignment has been refined through TaylorMade’s True Path system. This uses a bold, contrasting line or shape on the putter head which makes it easier to line up your putts. It’s very simple and very effective to help create a clear visual path.
– The Pure Roll insert is made from a mix of Surlyn and it features grooves angled at 45° for optimal forward roll and better overall roll. The white insert also ensures symmetry with the white True Path alignment. So you can expect a smoother roll with less skid.
– The head is more compact to other Spider models. In appearance or historically the Spider putter can feel bulky and oversized but this is sleeker than you might imagine but is still stable and forgiving.
– Many golfers are put off by the sound of the ball on the putter face. With the Tour X a damper is positioned behind the face to help remove unwanted vibrations and deliver the type of premium sound that you are looking for from a premium putter.
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