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This month we look at what putters TaylorMade have available, both in South African stores and online, to help you shave shots off your game
The oldest cliche in golf has survived every advancement the sport has made. In an age where professional men are routinely driving the ball 300 yards off the tee, and where equipment has helped players of all ages, sizes and handicap levels, there's one area which has stood the test of time: Putting.
It is one of the prime reasons why we don't see more sub-60 rounds on the professional tour. But it's also true that the easiest way to lower your handicap is by becoming a better putter. Even the pros are still hitting about 28 putts per round, and the only way we will see more 59s is by reducing that number on the greens.
Spider Tour X
What TaylorMade say: 'Rory McIlroy's performance in 2025 with his Spider Tour X is legendary. He used it to complete the career Grand Slam. His 2025 also included capturing the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and The Players Championship.'
You'll like it if you want: A mallet with more head stability than a blade, clear visual alignment without an oversized shape, some toe hang rather than a very face-balanced feel, a softer insert response with solid pace control.
Random review: 'The TaylorMade Spider X putter is an excellent high MOI, mid-sized mallet that combines forgiveness with a distinctive Tru Path alignment line to help you hole more putts.' – golfmonthly.com
Spider Tour F
What TaylorMade say: 'Two hosel options, two stroke types. The Tour F covers arc and straight-back-straight-through players alike, with 33° of toe hang in the L-Neck and face-balanced performance in the Double Bend. This new head shape employs a square topline look and a Single Line alignment aid for players that prefer enhanced definition at address.'
Feel the difference: The Tour F gives TaylorMade a fang-style option within the Spider lineup. Like the Tour V, it uses a much more forward CG location at 22mm behind the leading edge, creating a more responsive and blade-like feel compared to the deeper-CG Spider Tour models.
Random review: 'The Spider Tour F sits great behind the ball. It has a simple single line that in white helps to contrast against the torched finish.' – nationalclubgolfer.com
Spider Tour V
What TaylorMade say: 'Spider Tour V features a modern streamlined construction with a compact shape that makes it ideal for golfers seeking enhanced control.'
Random review: 'Of all the Spider Tour putters my favourite model was the new Spider Tour V, with its more compact and streamline head that suited my eye best. The feel off the face was similar across the TaylorMade Spider Tour putters, but there were definitely subtle flow differences.' – Plugged In Golf
Spider Tour
What TaylorMade say: 'As one of the most recognised and distinguished putter shapes, Spider Tour is an icon in the world of putting. It is the epitome of high-MOI performance and delivers stability, consistency and forgiveness. Spider Tour's stable design is especially impactful on off-centre strikes, as it helps maintain the direction and control of the putt.'
Random review: 'After taking everything into account, the Spider Tour is an awesome putter. I think it's a great option for low handicaps looking to take their game to the next level. You could also consider it if you don't care about the price.' – outofboundsgolf.com
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