TaylorMade Spider Tour putters – FIRST LOOK!

Say hello to the new TaylorMade Spider Tour putters.

The latest Spider range includes five unique models, each with higher MOI than ever as well as the brand’s renowned technologies such as True Path Alignment, Pure Roll, and TSS weighting.

Each Spider Tour Series putter uses a multi-material construction to optimise weight distribution. The new designs feature superstructures that retain that classic Spider Tour shape while a thin wall undercuts to eliminate unnecessary weight. A steel wireframe construction further enhances weight control and CG, offering a wide array of options to cater to various putting styles. 

TaylorMade has also put the “HYBRAR Echo Damper” from its Stealth irons range into the Spider Tour Series putters. This is positioned directly behind the face to dampen unwanted vibrations when striking the ball so every putt sounds and feels good. 

The Spider Tour Series continues with the Pure Roll insert, first celebrated with the original Spider X putter. Moulded from Surlyn material, this insert ensures a soft yet responsive feel, with grooves angled 45 degrees downward to enhance topspin and deliver a consistent end-over-end roll. 

As for aesthetics, the gunmetal finish not only looks the part but enhances durability thanks to what the brand calls “PVD” – or “Physical Vapour Deposition”. In layman’s terms, this is a coating that creates a robust barrier against the rigors of regular use and exposure to environmental elements. 

“Spider putters have long been synonymous with stability, translating to high-MOI performance,” Brian Bazzel, TaylorMade’s vice-president of product creation, said. “The unconventional shape creates a stable platform, preserving ball speed on mishits and delivering a consistent roll across the face.

“Our new Spider Tour Series maintains our iconic technological features, while also delivering a range of shapes and CG locations to match a variety of putting styles.” 

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TaylorMade Spider Tour putters

Here are the five models from the latest Spider putters range. Which one will you be trying?

Spider Tour

The classic Spider Tour shape boasts enhanced materials, a fresh colour scheme, and refined weight distribution. With a CG location of 35mm from the face, 5,700 MOI, and 29 degrees of toe hang, it outperforms its predecessor by more than 700 MOI. 

Spider Tour S

This larger version of the Spider Tour has a head that’s 3mm longer and 8mm wider. Offered in heavier head weights and 35-inch and 38-inch lengths, it features counterbalance grips for maximum stability. The Spider Tour S has a CG location of 38mm from the face, 6,063 MOI, and is face balanced. It will be available in Spring 2024. 

Spider Tour V

Sporting a modern streamlined look, Spider Tour V is the smallest putter in the line-up, providing the most rotation. It features a CG location of 27mm from the face, MOI of 4,900, and 32 degrees of toe hang. 

Spider Tour X

Popularised by Rory McIlroy, the Spider Tour X offers a compact shape and modern look. The TSS weights are placed further forward, generating more face rotation and a CG placement of 33mm from the face. This model has an MOI of 5,000 and 30 degrees of toe hang. 

Spider Tour Z

Paying homage to the Spider Tour, this model features a wing-shaped back. With a CG location of 29mm from the face, 5,050 MOI, and 29 degrees of toe hang, it encourages face rotation and a blade-like feel. 

 What you need to know

On sale: From October 27, 2023 

RRP: £299 

Shaft: KBS in gloss black

Grip: SuperStroke GT 1.0 Pistol in white and yellow

Customisation: The Spider Tour and Spider Tour X models will be available for TaylorMade’s personalisation process

James Tait is bunkered’s Gear Editor. Want to know how the latest Callaway driver, Vokey wedge or Scotty Cameron putter performs? He’s the guy to ask. Better yet, just watch his videos on the bunkered YouTube channel. One of the biggest hitters in the UK, James also competes on the World Long Drive circuit and is a descendent of former Amateur champion Freddie Tait.

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