TaylorMade Spider ZT Black Counter Balance putter

Maximum stability and zero torque in a sleek all-black finish. The TaylorMade Spider ZT Black Counter Balance is a premium mallet putter that unites the iconic stability of the Spider franchise with the new Zero-Torque (ZT) shaft technology and a counterbalance weighting system. The ZT shaft construction significantly reduces head twist during the stroke, keeping the face perpendicular to the target line for longer — putts start more accurately on the intended line and hold direction even on less-than-perfect contact. The longer grip and heavier head in the counterbalance configuration help maintain a smooth, even tempo and create a sensation that the putter is guiding you, rather than the other way around.

The Spider ZT Black head is built on a proven multi-material platform: a 303 stainless steel front section combined with a lightweight 6061 aerospace aluminum rear section creates high MOI and ideal heel-to-toe weight distribution. As a result, the head resists twisting at impact, retains more energy at the face, and delivers consistent distance and direction even on off-center strikes. The all-black contrast finish with clean, precise alignment lines makes it effortless to square the putter behind the ball at address.

This putter is ideal for:

• Golfers who want maximum stability and a straighter, more consistent putt start.
• Players with a straight-through or mildly arcing stroke who are seeking a smooth, repeatable motion.
• Anyone who prefers a longer grip, a heavier head feel, and a modern mallet in an elegant all-black design.

Key Features

• Zero-Torque (ZT) Shaft Technology: KBS shaft bored directly at the center of gravity with 1° built-in shaft lean and 25 mm onset behind the face, minimizing twist and keeping the face square throughout the stroke.
• Counter Balance System: Heavier 395 g head combined with a longer, weighted SuperStroke grip raises the balance point, reduces hand movement, and promotes a smoother pendulum tempo.
• High-MOI Multi-Material Construction: 303 stainless steel front and 6061 aerospace aluminum back combine for exceptional forgiveness and stability on off-center hits.
• Toe-Up / Face-Balanced Characteristic: Head balanced to minimize opening or closing during the stroke — ideal for a straight or mildly arcing putting path.
• Premium Milled True Path™ Alignment: Thinly milled lines on the 303 stainless steel face, precisely the width of a golf ball, make it easy to center the putter behind the ball at address every time.
• Pure Roll™ Insert: Surlyn and aluminum composite insert with 45°-angled grooves promotes forward roll immediately at impact while enhancing sound and feel.
• Improved Sole Camber: New cambered sole works in conjunction with the toe-ward hosel to encourage proper alignment and flush soling for every player type.
• Black PVD Finish: Durable all-black coating eliminates glare and reflections for a clean, distraction-free look at address.
• Premium KBS Custom Graphite Shaft: Black counterbalance graphite shaft (155 g) delivers a stable, firm feel and supports the counterbalance weighting system.
• Available in RH and LH, 36" and 38": Four variants to accommodate a wide range of golfers and preferred putter lengths.

Technology in Detail

Low-Torque Design — Zero-Torque KBS Shaft

The KBS Custom Graphite shaft is bored directly in line with the center of gravity, featuring a slight built-in shaft lean of 1° and a 25 mm onset positioned behind the leading edge. This engineered setup creates a consistent toe-up orientation that enhances stability throughout the entire putting stroke. The SuperStroke grip is also positioned to promote forward shaft lean, which minimizes loft addition at impact for a cleaner, truer ball strike. This means the face remains squarer to the target line for longer — reducing unwanted face rotation and giving golfers more directional control without changing their stroke mechanics.

Improved Sole Camber

TaylorMade engineers designed the Spider ZT with a new and improved cambered sole that accommodates a wide array of player types and setup preferences. The curvature of the sole works in conjunction with the toe-ward hosel configuration to encourage proper alignment and flush soling against the ground. This means that at address, regardless of your natural setup position or ball position, the putter face aims squarely at your intended target — making every stroke more consistent and repeatable from the very start of your routine.

Premium Milled True Path™ Alignment

True Path™ Alignment has been a Spider staple from the very beginning — but with the Spider ZT it has been completely reimagined. Thinly milled lines, precisely the width of a golf ball, are cut directly into the top of the 303 stainless steel face. This precision milling allows golfers to effortlessly center the putter face perfectly behind the ball at address, every single time. Developed based on direct Tour player feedback, the system simplifies aiming, reinforces a consistent pre-shot routine, and provides an intuitive sweet-spot reference point that builds confidence before every putt.

Pure Roll™ Insert

The Pure Roll™ insert, crafted from a combination of Surlyn and aluminum, features precisely engineered grooves angled at 45°. These grooves immediately promote forward topspin at the moment of impact, reducing skid and getting the ball rolling on its true line sooner. In addition to improving roll characteristics, the insert enhances both sound and feel — producing a soft yet responsive sensation at contact that communicates exactly how the putt was struck. The result is superior distance control and more reliable roll across a wide range of green speeds and conditions.

Shaft

KBS Custom Graphite (Counterbalance) shaft — Black (155 g)

Grip

SuperStroke Counterbalance grip, White/Black — SuperStroke 2.0 XL 13.75" (36" putter length) / SuperStroke 3.0 17" (38" putter length)

Specifications

Model Comparison

	Spider ZT	Spider ZT Counter Balance	Spider ZT Long
Putter Length	Traditional	Counterbalance	Long
Grip	1° off Axis	Counterbalance	Split Grip
Toe Hang	Toe Up	Toe Up	Toe Up
Lie Angle	70°	70°	79°

* Face Balance — the putter head is balanced so that the face naturally points upward / toward the target at rest, with minimal tendency to open or close during the stroke.