Taylormade Truss Putters £269
Never afraid to think outside the box, Taylormade has created one of the more bizarre-looking putter families in the shape of its new Truss range – a line the company says offers added stability and improved feel. In fairness, the theory makes sense.
A triangle is one of the strongest known shapes because of its wide base structure and a truss, which forms a similar shape, has a whole host of applications in construction, most notably on bridges, to provide support. Closer to home in sporting products, two connection points from the handle to the hitting surface has been found to often be better than one (think of the evolution of tennis racket design). Therefore, Taylormade has incorporated this into its Truss putters.
With two points of the hosel entering each putter head, the Truss flat-sticks reduce the unsupported mass and cover 50 per cent more of the topline than a traditional heelshafted putter. This provides added torsional stability – so less tendency to twist – which helps putts start and stay on line. The added stability means there’s less vibration, so the putters should feel more solid and have a more pleasing sound, too.
On the face, a thicker cobalt blue Pure Roll insert combines 45° grooves with a softer polymer to improve forward roll across varying surfaces. Adjustable sole weights allow golfers to achieve a variety of swing weights and CG placements to match the characteristics of their putting stroke.
Taylormade has done a good job of masking the technology from the address view to not distract you. You’ll also notice the inclusion of the chrome stepless KBS CT Tour putter shaft, which adds even more stability.
The Truss putters come in a blade and mallet in heel and centre-shafted options, with an RRP of £269.