You can tell the flow and shape has been redefined as from pictures, and weight has been redistributed. Check out a preview below and hit the link for the full piece. It almost looks like a Rossie shape and thats my favorite. Golfers that are wanting to take up the game and feel like they need to buy this sh$thave more money than sensef*ck em! As a recap, the High-Toe 3 wedge features full-face scoring lines and raised micro-ribs. [b]WITB[/b] To be perfectly honest, choosing between the Spider Tour and the Spider X isnt that easy, because the underlying technology is so similar. The High-Toe 3 wedge in chrome is available to purchase now atTaylorMadeGolf.comand costs $179.99 per wedge. #vietnameeh, Agree. The insert feels really good compared to other inserts they've released recently. It is similar to the Spider S but it is a little more compact and the tungsten cross bar that connects the wings on the Spider S has been replaced with independent weights on the wings. The Taylormade Spider Putter range was expanded with the introduction of the Spider EX. The wedge is designed to generate maximum spin around the greens when the face is rotated open. NOW AVAILABLE: GolfWRX G/Fore Hats and Holderness & Bourne Polos! Their size. Driver: Cobra AeroJet LS (10.5 degrees @8.5) When Xander Schauffele took to Bay Hills practice putting green on Tuesday ahead of the Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard, it looked as though he was considering a switch back into the familiar Odyssey O-Works #7CH Red putter that he started using in 2020. All rights reserved. You can tell the flow and shape has been redefined as from pictures, and weight has been redistributed. Their face inserts. Quite pleased with the X so far. More photos from the event here. With the Spider X, my eyes rest more toward the center of the putter at address. Lajosi DD201 w/full face Damascus insert. This doesn't actually surprise me though as to ME, most mallets that are FB have the shaft inserted right into the head and that usually makes an awful lot of well struck putts feel almost like they're missed. Has anyone noticed distance issues with either for longer putts? Still find it crazy that Taylor made never released the Rory putter setup. You cannot paste images directly. For players who miss to the right, Position 3 (farthest forward) helps the face close faster. I was thinking the best of both worlds would be the spider x with the heel shaft. Nike Air Hybrid II Bag x 2 (camo and all white). The price tag is a bit higher than their other models, but its the best of both worlds. They are ugly. The Spider X putters contain a new, thicker 5mm Pure Roll white surlyn insert which is designed to offer improved sound, feel and roll, while their12-groove Pure Roll insert aims topromote forward spin for a smoother roll, greater accuracy and better distance control. Hi Adam, I have an old model Spider putter and I know that the guys on tour would not use them if they were not very good putters. Shape is really good an Im coming around to the feel. Details on Xander Schauffeles new prototype Odyssey putter, TaylorMade launches High-Toe 3 wedge in new chrome finish, Morning 9: Rahm on #1 battle | LIV ratings | Arnie stories | Bay Hill photos, Golf club employee suffers a real life nightmare at work, 2023 Puerto Rico Open: Betting Tips & Selections. First, they are all very good to great putters, I was waiting for the new Lab putter. The Hi-Toe 3 has a higher center of gravity than a traditionally shaped wedge and is designed to promote a lower launch and more spin for heightened control on full swings. We now see more of a T-shaped white area as well as three alignment dots and two long parallel lines. Your previous content has been restored. Anything long worries me with the spider x. I have a spider X on order through my pro shop but Im definitely still on the fence. It is very similar to the original Spider X in terms of overall technology, but it definitely looks a bit different. I didnt modify it. We want your input before testing begins. L Neck vs Flow Neck: The Spider Tour offers an L-Neck version with 21 of toe hang. Ive been rotating putters back and forth from PXG bat attack H and spider tour double bend. Ultimately, the Spider X is the victor of this product battle. The 2019 model came in a Copper and Navy colorway. Pasted as rich text. More on that shaft in just a bit. I have been gaming the Spider X and like it, especially on short putts but sometimes I find it will pop more off the face than my Spider Tour. Clear editor. Clear editor. Spider GTXis designed to encourage a stable putting motion while helping the putter face resist twisting at impact. In the end, choosing between the Spider Tour and the Spider X will come down to which putter head design you prefer. Employing a variety of shapes and. Ive never had any paint issues with the X or Tour, despite the numerous complaints Ive seen posted, both of mine still look great with no chipping or degradation of any kind. The 10 flange model is easier for me to go SBST. *We may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site. Building on that idea, the 2021 Spider S features a larger arrow-shaped True Path alignment scheme that is again on the top line and about a ball width in diameter. . Overall, there has been a shift in the alignment scheme toward the front of the putter. Looks great, performs, just hard to beat in general. The image above clearly shows that the Slant Neck is designed for players who have more arc in their stroke. Building putters is about creating options and incorporating technology. Putting is all about feeling, you shouldnt choose the putter because it is expensive but because that it suits you. If you want one, you wont need to wait very long. With that being said, the Spider X is clearly the more popular option, if judging by how many tour players use it. You cannot paste images directly. The Spider EX comes with a fluted shaft, which was engineered along with KBS, to provide more feel in the head. In this case, theface-balanced single bend version might help neutralize your stroke. NOW AVAILABLE: GolfWRX G/Fore Hats and Holderness & Bourne Polos! I am more consistent with ER2 from mid range and short range. This makes the Spider SR one of the most stable and forgiving Spiders. Your link has been automatically embedded. It also includes a deep center of gravity created by a heavy 154g stability bar at the rear of the putter which equates to 45% of the putters total weight. Although Schauffele had originally liked the red Odyssey putter that he used from 2020-2022, he ended up switching into the XS Proto putter in 2023 for a slightly firmer feel off the face and increased precision. It doesnt matter if the paint chip will impact the roll. Your link has been automatically embedded. Ive used some big putters over the years but those new Stroke Lab's are as point and shoot as it gets. Cobra F9 - Rogue White 130 6X TaylorMade Stealth+ Rocket 3Ventus Black 7X, 42.5", TaylorMade SIM2 5HZRDUS Smoke Blue RDX 6.5 70g, 42.5", TaylorMade P7TW PW DG X100 (SSx2) There is a reason this style of putter is replacing blades. Hi Joker. TaylorMade Golf has launched its High-Toe 3 wedge in a new chrome finish. The True Path alignment scheme moves from the top line to the cavity. But wait! The two most prominent tour players who use it are Jason Day and Dustin Johnson (although Jon Rahm had it in the bag before switching to the Spider X). The copper/white model will be available in a short slant or single bend hosel option, while the navy/white model will be available exclusively in a short slant offering. Not going back and had one of my better putting years in a long time. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[728,90],'holetheputt_com-box-3','ezslot_2',104,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-holetheputt_com-box-3-0'); The Taylormade Spider X is the official upgrade to the Spider Tour. The two putters share a lot of similarities, but the Spider X is definitely the more refined version. Also, I have a Spider X with a sight line and without a sight line and. These 2021 TaylorMade Spider models feature new shafts, new heads, new alignment schemes, new inserts and new spins on previous designs. You can follow GolfWRX on Twitter @GolfWRX, Facebook and Instagram. All of these have different neck options as well. I find the spider black face spongey feeling at times. I wanted to like the SL 10 and happened to pick up a spider tour black with t-line and ended up with the spider. Again the end result is pretty much same, but in this instance, the L Neck of of the Spider Tour is the better looking choice, if you prefer the L Neck style. The 2021 TaylorMade Spider EX is a completely new Spider model. GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, Yesterday at 04:47 PM, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, February 20, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, February 13, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, February 6, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, January 31, Please put and questions or comments here, Please put any questions or comments here, Please put any questions of comments here. Its like a big brother of my other red one.. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. TaylorMade and shaft maker KBS have developed a shaft for the Spider EX line called the Fluted Feel. Its definitely a good time to be a mallet player. Their price. If you add in the true path alignment system, its not hard to understand why so many players lean toward the Spider X. I completely understand your feel issue with the SL Ten. More photos from the event here. Like the weight and shape of the x better. The spider tour red and tour black are the same putter with two different inserts- red is very soft and white hot esque, and black is its own feel (surlyn), a much firmer insert that has a slight click to it (aluminum 80/20). The only thing that bugs me is the weightedwings look, just a little bit clunky for me eye. I prefer the feel of the Spider. True roll? It was originally a prototype based on the Taylormade Spider Monza, pioneered by Jason Day. You can get the slant in a stock build, but not the flow neck. The Spider S represents a fairly big departure from the Spider X. The slant neck isnt available (except in Canada apparently) in the hydroblast just fyi, so if you want a slant neck instead of the flow neck you gotta get a non-hydroblast spider x. 2023 Arnold Palmer Invitational - Discussion and Links to Photos, 2023 The Honda Classic - Discussion and Links to photos, 2023 Genesis Invitational - Discussion and Links to photos, 2023 Waste Management Phoenix Open - Discussion and Links to Photos, 2023 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am - Discussion and Links to all photos, Ping i230 w/ BB&F, Ping Glide 4.0 w BB&F, Titleist 2021 T100S, BNIP Titleist TSR2 Driver, Ping G400 Max Driver. The CG in the X is more rearward, which will promote less arc in the stroke. SIM hybrid 19* Have had the x in play all this season. I have also just got a Spider X Chalk Center shaft which I will try but not sure it can knock out my gamer. You have the two high MOI fang-type Spiders, a paint-free Spider and high-tech Spiders. However it takes the aluminum 80/20 insert from the black and takes the clicky-ness due to TM making the 80/20 insert itself thicker, deadening the firmness just slightly. TaylorMade P7MC5-PW Dynamic Gold X100 I have have played every Spider released and the aluminum insert in My Spider Tour is my favorite (cant believe I am selling). If your tendency is to miss putts on the left (choose the single bend) Your putter face is probably closed at impact. Guess I was ahead of my time. The lightweight, fully machined aluminum body is designed to give the putter a premium look from address with much better durability than painted putter heads. Not a TM guy and didnt want to like it, but it just performed. The new Spider X will be available in stock lengths of 33, 34, and 35 be completed with a KBS Chrome C-Taper Stepless shaft and Super Stroke Pistol GTR 1.0 grip. Want to overhaul your own bag for 2021? I HATE the Spider-X flange model. White True Path for a high-contrast look that is easy to align. Ping G425 Max 14.5*, AD-IZ 7S, Taylormade P790 5i - 9i, Steelfiber i95R +1", Taylormade MG 3 46*, 50*, 56*, & 60*,Steelfiber i95R +1" I examined the flow neck on a Spider X at a store and I think it is the same, just have to custom order to get it on the GT. Each is available in 33, 34 & 35 lengths and comes equipped with SuperStrokes Pistol GTR 1.0 grip. A closer look revealed its not exactly the same putter; its actually a hybrid design between his old red Odyssey putter and his most recent Odyssey Toulon XS Proto silver putter that hes used throughout 2023. I never have to manipulate the face, it just sits nice and square. Spider X vs Spider Tour By Griffin58, September 14, 2019 in Putters Share Followers 0 Reply to this topic Start new topic Griffin58 Members 55 Speaking of feedback and feel the Spider EX has a newly designed Fluted feel shaft with a more flexible portion starting 5 below the tip to add stability while also maintaining a softer feel through the stroke, and is slightly larger than the Spider X to increase MOI. The Spider X has a flow neck version with 22 of toe hang. Pasted as rich text. The additional back weighting helps boost forgiveness in the EX head. Srixon ZX7 4-PW- PX LZ 6.5, Titleist SM7 Black 50,54,58 If you take the putter inside on the way back and the way through, the Slant Neck version is definitely the one for you. Im taking the Tour for its inaugural test run today and tomorrow on the course. The face-balanced Armlock offering is available in 40 and 42, and all are offered in the six different top-plate colorways. Admittedly its only a 2 difference, but its worth pointing out. I like the new insert in the Spider EX providing a slightly firmer feel and a louder sound. Upload or insert images from URL. The red one is actually incognitoits like the new one, its milled. For more info, head to taylormadegolf.com. For some reason the flow neck makes the spider x sit weird on the ground and looks significantly more closed so Ive gone back to the spider tour. A putter-obsessed recreational golfer, constantly striving to improve his game while not getting too hung up about it. Also, when will we see the results? Clear editor. Thanks for the thorough review. The High-Toe 3 wedge in chrome is available to purchase now atTaylorMadeGolf.comand costs $179.99 per wedge. If you dont have a consistent miss and are looking for versatility, Position 2 offers a neutral option. Cleveland RTX 6 58 Steelfiber 110 CW Stiff If the new production mechanism opens up areas for design innovations or profits for TaylorMade and it rolls as good as the original, its a winner. Milled aluminum finish, more traditional Spider shape than the GT, and an adjustable weight track system to fit CG to your specific needs. The head seems to want to wave open and then close during the stroke. More photos from the event here. The new Odyssey insert is just money for me. Feels like this would be the answer to my dilemma. Editors note: Our Andrew Tursky filed this item on Xander Schauffeles putter switch ahead of the Arnold Palmer Invitational for PGATour.coms Equipment Report. Taylormade just released the GTX line. Actually, with the flow neck having a bit of a Toe Hang, I prefer that over the single bend. You can post now and register later. (P6 and onward), Titleist TSR3 13.5 wood head and cover and Cobra Rad XB Palm edition 10.5 head and cover. MyGolfSpy, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Which is now where the Spider X comes in. The four-way camber allows for a wide sole with a low leading edge, which aims to deliver optimal performance across all lies and playing conditions. GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, Yesterday at 04:47 PM, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, February 20, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, February 13, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, February 6, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, January 31, Please put and questions or comments here, Please put any questions or comments here, Please put any questions of comments here. The shape and feel were so much better to me. Display as a link instead, Extra help in alignment is also a big in making more putts for me. 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