Maximum stability and zero torque in an elegant package. The TaylorMade Spider ZT Counter Balance is a premium mallet putter that combines the iconic stability of the Spider line with the new Zero-Torque (ZT) technology and counterbalance weighting. The ZT shaft construction significantly reduces head twist during the stroke, so the face stays squarer 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, rhythmic tempo, giving you the feeling that the putter is guiding the stroke rather than the other way around.
The Spider ZT head is built on a proven multi-material design: a front section of 303 stainless steel paired with a lightweight 6061 aerospace aluminum rear section create a high MOI and ideal heel-to-toe weight distribution. As a result, the head twists less at impact, loses less energy, and putts remain consistent in both distance and direction even on off-center strikes. The contrasting black and silver finish with clean alignment lines makes it effortless to set the putter square behind the ball at address.
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The KBS Custom Graphite shaft (155 g, black finish) is bored directly toe-ward, aligned near the centre of gravity, with a 1° forward shaft lean and 25 mm onset behind the leading edge. This configuration creates the signature Toe-Up orientation that is central to the ZT platform. By keeping the shaft axis closer to the face, the design dramatically reduces unwanted twisting forces during the stroke — the face stays squarer to the target line from takeaway through impact. For golfers who struggle with inadvertent face opening or closing, this is the most direct mechanical solution TaylorMade has engineered to date. The SuperStroke grip is also positioned to encourage forward shaft lean, minimising dynamic loft addition at impact.
The counterbalance configuration pairs a heavier 395 g head with an extended shaft (36" or 38") and a longer SuperStroke grip to shift the system's effective balance point higher into the hands. This raises the overall MOI of the putter-player system, quieting the hands and promoting a more pendulum-like, tension-free stroke. The result is improved tempo control, better distance regulation, and reduced tendency for the hands to "flick" through impact — particularly valuable on longer putts where tempo consistency is hardest to maintain. The 36" version pairs with the SuperStroke 2.0 XL 13.75" grip, while the 38" pairs with the SuperStroke 3.0 17" grip, each tuned to deliver the optimal counterbalance effect for its respective length.
The Spider ZT head is engineered around a proven multi-material architecture: a high-density 303 stainless steel front section provides a firm, responsive striking surface, while the low-density 6061 aerospace aluminum rear section saves weight that is then repositioned to the extreme perimeter. Three strategically placed TSS (Tungsten Speed Sole) weights allow engineers to precisely triangulate the centre-of-gravity position to maintain the toe-up balance point. Precise CG placement combined with extreme perimeter weighting results in a very high moment of inertia — the head resists twisting, preserves ball speed, and keeps putts online even when contact is slightly off-centre. This is the same stability pedigree that has made the Spider franchise one of the most trusted platforms on the PGA Tour for over a decade.
True Path™ alignment has been a cornerstone of the Spider design language since its inception, and in the Spider ZT it has been fundamentally reimagined. Rather than painted lines that can chip or fade over time, the Spider ZT features thinly milled lines machined directly into the top of the 303 stainless steel face — lines that are precisely the width of a golf ball. This gives players an immediate and intuitive reference to center the face behind the ball at address, every single time. The milled finish also catches light differently at address, making the alignment lines highly visible without being distracting — a feature refined based on direct tour player feedback who demanded a more premium, performance-grade alignment system.
The Pure Roll™ insert is constructed from a combination of Surlyn and aluminum — two materials chosen specifically because their contrasting stiffness properties create the ideal impact characteristics when bonded together. The insert features grooves angled at 45° to the face, which work to immediately engage the ball into a true forward roll rather than allowing it to skid off the face. This promotes more predictable distance control and a truer ball path from the very start of the roll. The material pairing also carefully shapes the acoustic signature of the putter, producing a softer, more satisfying sound at impact that many golfers find helps with tempo and rhythm during the stroke.
TaylorMade engineers developed a new and improved cambered sole specifically designed to complement the ZT's unique toe-ward hosel configuration. The curvature of the sole works in tandem with the hosel geometry to encourage flush, consistent ground contact as the putter is soled behind the ball — regardless of the player's setup preferences or ball position. This means that when you sole the putter naturally, the face is automatically presented at the correct angle, making accurate alignment and setup repeatable from round to round. The improved sole geometry accommodates a wide range of player types and putting styles, making the Spider ZT Counter Balance accessible whether you putt with a more upright or flatter lie preference.
KBS Custom Graphite (Counterbalance) — Black, 155 g
SuperStroke Counterbalance grip, White/Black
36" length: SuperStroke 2.0 XL, 13.75" Round
38" length: SuperStroke 3.0, 17" Round
| Type | Counter Balance |
| Loft | 2.5° |
| Lie | 70° |
| Face Balance* | Toe Up |
| Length | 36", 38" |
| Head Weight | 395 g |
| Hand | RH / LH |
* Face Balanced (Toe Up) — the putter is balanced so the face naturally points upward/toward the target, minimising any tendency to open or close during the stroke.
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| Spider ZT | Spider ZT Counter Balance | Spider ZT Long | |
| Putter Length | Traditional (33"–35") | Counterbalance (36"/38") | Long (46") |
| Grip | 1° off Axis | Counterbalance | Split Grip |
| Toe Hang | Toe Up | Toe Up | Toe Up |
| Lie Angle | 70° | 70° | 79° |
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