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Simplify Your Stroke: Tour Edge Introduces the Zero T Putter Series

admin — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:18:58 +0000

New series minimizes torque and maintains a squarer face to the target line for better directional control

BATAVIA, IL – Tour Edge Golf introduces the all-new Zero T Putter Series, a four-model lineup engineered with Zero Torque technology to promote a square face at impact and improve start-line consistency.

Each model aligns the shaft axis through the putter’s center of gravity to reduce torque and resist face rotation throughout the stroke. High-MOI head designs further enhance stability, limiting twisting at impact and improving forgiveness and consistency.

“Returning the putter face square to the target line at impact is critical for putting performance,” explained CEO David Glod. “The Zero T design stabilizes the face through the stroke to support that outcome for golfers of all skill levels.”

The series incorporates precision-milled faces with horizontal milling to produce consistent contact and predictable roll. ZT-1, ZT-2, and ZT-3 are constructed from one-piece cast 304 stainless-steel, while ZT-4 features an aluminum body with a TPU insert for a softer feel in a larger mallet profile. Alignment systems vary by model to accommodate different visual preferences while supporting consistent aim and setup.

All models are offered in 34”, 35” and 38” lengths. The 34” and 35” options include a 10.4” oversized-pistol grip, while the 38” model features a 16” extended oversized grip for added stability.

The Zero T Putter Series will be available at authorized Tour Edge golf shops globally beginning today, with each model retailing for $199.99.

Model Overview

ZT-1: compact mallet with a 3D sloped alignment bridge for target-line guidance. RH only.
ZT-2: Mallet with contrast topline alignment linking strike point to shaft axis. RH and LH available.
ZT-3: Squared frame design to frame the ball and extend the target line visually. RH only.
ZT-4: Highest MOI-mallet with alignment stripe and rear visual aide for maximum forgiveness. RH and LH available.

About Tour Edge

Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Batavia, Illinois, Tour Edge has built a 40-year legacy of delivering performance-driven golf equipment for players of all levels. With a commitment to hand-building every premium club in the U.S.A. and backing products with a Lifetime Warranty, Tour Edge continues to innovate across every category, from its award-winning Exotics line to the brand’s new chapter in golf balls launching for 2026.

Exotics is Tour Edge’s ultra-premium performance line, renowned for cutting-edge innovation and the use of premium materials.

Exotics clubs have been put into tournament play by over 200 PGA TOUR professionals, contributing to 41 worldwide victories, including 11 on the PGA TOUR and 29 on PGA TOUR Champions. The renowned #TeamTourEdge includes PGA TOUR professionals Alex Cejka, Bernhard Langer, Scott McCarron and Tim Petrovic.

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Tour Edge joins the zero-torque putter movement with Zero T series

admin — Sun, 31 May 2026 01:47:35 +0000

Tour Edge’s new Zero T putters use zero-torque design and high-MOI shapes to help golfers keep the face square through impact.

Gear: Tour Edge Zero T putters

Price: $199.99 each

Specs: Cast 304 stainless-steel construction with precision-milled faces (ZT-1, ZT-2, ZT-3). Aluminum body with TPU insert (ZT-4). Available in 34-inch, 35-inch and 38-inch lengths.

Available: May 22

Who it’s for: Golfers who want more stability and prefer a putter designed to help the face stay square to the target line through impact.

What you should know: Tour Edge is entering the increasingly crowded zero-torque category with four head shapes that each offer different alignment visuals and MOI characteristics.

The Deep Dive: Zero-torque putters have quickly gone from a niche curiosity to one of the hottest categories in golf equipment. Dare we say, they’ve gone mainstream. Tour Edge clearly believes the trend has enough staying power to justify an entire family of models rather than a single experiment.

The new Zero T lineup includes four models that are all built around the same central concept: positioning the shaft axis so it intersects the putter’s center of gravity (CG) location to reduce face rotation during the stroke and help enhance consistency.

That idea has become increasingly popular because many golfers struggle to consistently return the putter face square at impact. Traditional blade and mallet putters naturally rotate open and closed during the stroke, but zero-torque designs attempt to minimize that movement and create a more stable, repeatable motion.

While the technology story is similar across the lineup, Tour Edge differentiated the four models primarily through shape, alignment systems and moment of inertia (MOI) values.

The ZT-1 is a compact mallet with a short middle line on the topline and a pair of longer alignment lines that extend to the back of the head to guide your eyes toward the target line. The ZT-2 uses a more rounded mallet shape with a contrasting topline that makes the hitting area stand out. The ZT-3 has a squared-off frame intended to help golfers visually frame the ball easily and the ZT-4 is the largest, most stable model in the lineup. It has a rounded back section, golf-ball-size cutout and contrasting colors along with the highest MOI in the family.

The faces of the ZT putters vary slightly, with the ZT-1, ZT-2 and ZT-3 built from cast 304 stainless steel and featuring horizontally milled faces intended to promote consistent contact and roll. The ZT-4 moves in a softer-feeling direction with an aluminum body and a TPU insert.

Tour Edge is also making the series accessible from a pricing standpoint. At $199.99, the Zero T putters are significantly below many competing zero-torque models that now regularly sell in the $400 – $600 range.

All four models will be offered in 34-inch, 35-inch and 38-inch configurations. The standard-length versions come with oversized pistol grips, while the longer model uses a 16-inch extended grip designed to add stability and accommodate arm-lock-style setups.

With the ZT family, Tour Edge’s approach appears to focus less on reinventing the category and more on making the technology more approachable and far more affordable than many current alternatives.

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McLaren Golf releases the Series 1 and Series 3 irons

admin — Wed, 20 May 2026 13:19:08 +0000

Influenced by the design, attention to detail and materials used one of the most successful auto racing organizations, McLaren debuts its first clubs.

Gear: McLaren Golf Series 1, Series 3 irons

Price: $375 per club

Specs: Metal injection molded iron heads with proprietary steel blend and internal tungsten weights. Carbon fiber bonnet (Series 3)

Available: April 30 (via custom fitters and direct online in North America)

Who it’s for: Single-digit handicap players seeking a compact, blade-style iron with added stability (Series 1), and golfers with a handicap from 8 to 20 who are looking for a players-distance iron that blends speed, forgiveness, and control (Series 3).

What you should know: McLaren Golf is entering the equipment space with two irons built using metal injection molding, a process that allows precise control over shaping and weight placement. The Series 1 is a modern muscleback blade, while the Series 3 is a more forgiving players-distance design.

The Deep Dive: McLaren’s move into golf has been in the works for several years, and while the company teased its launch on social media in March 3, it had already assembled a roster of playing ambassadors and investors that includes Justin Rose, Michelle Wie-West and Ian Poulter.

The brand’s goal is to tap the expertise of McLaren’s racing divisions in fields like material science, manufacturing, quality control and design and blend it with experienced club makers and the input of its elite staffers. It’s approach becomes clearer once you look at how these irons were built.

Rather than start with traditional forging or casting and iterate from there, McLaren is leaning into a different manufacturing process, metal injection molding, to give engineers more control over how the clubs are shaped and how mass is distributed inside the head.

That decision shows up most clearly in the Series 1. At address, it looks like what you’d expect from a Tour blade. It’s compact, clean, has a short blade length and minimal offset, but internally, but there is more to it than looks.

A structural mesh pattern on the back of the heads, inspired by McLaren’s automotive designs, removes weight from non-critical areas so it can be repositioned without sacrificing strength or changing the overall shape.

The Series 1 irons also feature a tungsten weighting system, with each weight being unique to that club. It allows the center of gravity (CG) to be tuned not just vertically, but also from heel-to-toe as well. In the long irons, designers added a slight bias to help the club rotate and square more easily, while also making it easier to get shots up in the air. In the short irons, the weighting becomes more neutral to support precision.

There is also an internal piece of vibration-dampening silicone inside each head that enhances sound and feel.

The McLaren Series 3 takes a different path. This is a more forgiving option, built for golfers who do not want an oversized game-improvement club but who need help with speed, forgiveness and consistency.

The cavity-back design let engineers to push mass to the perimeter to increase the moment of inertia (MOI) and boost stability. The addition of a tungsten weight, which has been added to the back of each head, lowers the CG location and encourages a higher launch angle. The amount of tungsten varies by club, ranging from 10 to 17 grams, and each weight is covered by a carcinogen fiber bonnet.

The structural mesh remains, but here it works alongside a thinner face and a channel that runs through the sole to enhance ball speed.

Each of the two irons also has been made with different sole designs. The Series 1 keeps a more traditional, flatter sole that better players tend to prefer, while the Series 3 adds more camber (curvature) and heel relief to improve turf interaction, especially for golfers who tend to get steep, and maintain speed through impact, particularly on slight mishits.

Both models share the same underlying philosophy that comes straight from McLaren’s Formula 1 legacy: Every element serves a purpose. The proprietary metal blend, the internal geometry, and the weighting systems are all designed to control launch, feel and consistency rather than chase a single performance metric like distance. It’s a different way of approaching iron design, and one that leans heavily on McLaren’s engineering background.

The pricing and distribution reflect that positioning. These are premium products—a set of seven clubs will cost over $2,600—and they will primarily be sold on the company’s website and through select custom fitters. And while McLaren is starting with irons, the plan is to build out a full lineup over time, so expect another iron to come in the months ahead (Series 2), followed by woods, wedges and putters.

For now, however, the Series 1 and Series 3 serve as an introduction—not just to new clubs, but to how McLaren intends to approach the golf equipment space.

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Mizuno Expands Signature Series with the Pro S-1 Muscle Back Irons

admin — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 03:29:19 +0000

Mizuno, renowned for its relentless pursuit of forging perfection, have unveiled the Mizuno Pro S-1 irons—an exciting new addition to its celebrated Signature Series.

Crafted for the discerning player, the S-1 is a bold step forward in Mizuno’s mission to deliver precision engineering, peerless feel, and continuously refined performance.

TRADITION

The Mizuno Signature Series reflects the company’s long-standing commitment to producing meticulously designed clubs that balance tradition with the needs of the modern golfer.

The Mizuno Pro S-1 follows the introduction of the hugely popular Mizuno Pro S-3 irons in January, offering players another standout option within the family.

The Mizuno Pro S-1 irons are pure muscle backs, designed for players who demand ultimate precision and workability.

At the core of the Mizuno Pro S-1 is Mizuno’s Grain Flow Forged HD process, carefully executed in Hiroshima, Japan.

Forged from a single billet of 1025E Pure Select Mild Carbon Steel, the S-1 delivers the unmistakably soft and responsive feel through impact that Mizuno is globally known for.

The inclusion of a copper underlay further optimises this experience, subtly refining vibration patterns to produce the purest, most satisfying feedback.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Developed and tested with input from tour professionals, the S-1 incorporates a Channel Back Design that redistributes mass for greater vertical stability and a more consistent centre of gravity.

This design works seamlessly with Mizuno’s Harmonic Impact Technology, which fine-tunes the feel by adjusting the club’s vibration frequencies to deliver even more responsive feedback.

Building on Mizuno’s continuous drive for improvement, the S-1 introduces a re-engineered sole that has been precisely shaped to optimise turf interaction.

WHAT’S NEW

Compared to its predecessor, the Mizuno Pro 241, the S-1 sole features a flatter camber, a sharper leading edge, and an additional degree of bounce.

The result is a club that offers greater forgiveness for shallower attack angles while reducing the chance of digging—giving players the confidence to commit to every shot.

Visually, the S-1 has been crafted to appeal to the modern, competitive golfer. It features a compact, tour-preferred profile with a square toe design, a thin topline, and straight edges that convey discipline and purpose.

The Soft White Satin finish not only complements its sophisticated appearance but also serves to reduce glare at address.

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PING Unveils New s259 Wedge Series

admin — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:01:23 +0000

PING has introduced the new s259 wedge series, its latest generation of tour-proven specialty wedges designed to deliver increased spin, control and versatility for golfers of all abilities.

Available for custom fitting and pre-sale now at authorised PING retailers worldwide, the s259 range features 25 loft and grind combinations across two finishes – Hydropearl 2.0 Chrome and Midnight – offering one of the most comprehensive wedge fitting line-ups on the market.

“The s259 wedges are already winning on Tour and continuing to find their way into players’ bags around the world,” said John K. Solheim, PING CEO & President.

“Players love the clean look, versatility and the ability to launch and spin shots with precise control.

We’ve refined our grinds and expanded loft options to help more golfers achieve proper gapping and improved short-game performance.”

Spin and Control Where It Matters Most

The s259 wedges feature wheel-cut grooves and a precision-machined face, combined with advanced face-blast technology to increase surface friction and maximise spin.

Higher-lofted models (54°–62°) use tightly spaced MicroMax grooves for enhanced greenside control, while 46°–52° wedges are optimised for consistency and distance control on full shots.

Extensive player testing has shown the wedges perform exceptionally well in both wet and dry conditions.

“Our wedge-face technology is designed to retain spin and control in real-world playing conditions,” added Solheim. “That consistency can provide a genuine short-game advantage.”

The Hydropearl 2.0 Chrome finish is hydrophobic, helping repel moisture at impact, while the Midnight finish offers a darker, anti-glare appearance (available exclusively in the SS grind).

s259 Midnight finish

Tour-Inspired Feel and Shape

Each s259 wedge is cast from 8620 carbon steel and features a larger, re-shaped elastomer insert behind the face to deliver a soft, tour-preferred feel.

Refinements to the head shape, hosel transition and full-length bottom groove create a clean, square look at address, while progressive hosel shaping helps the wedges blend seamlessly into PING’s iron line-up.

Centre of gravity placement varies by loft, ensuring lower-lofted wedges are optimised for speed and gapping, while higher-lofted models offer more visual offset to inspire confidence when opening the face around the greens.

Custom fit comes with different sole grinds

Six Grinds to Suit Every Swing

PING continues its commitment to custom fitting with six distinct sole grinds (S, H, B, T, W and E), including refinements to the popular E and T grinds and the addition of new 50°W and 52°W options.

S Grind – Versatile mid-bounce option suited to a wide range of players and conditions
H Grind – Inspired by PING WRX, ideal for softer turf and steeper swings
B Grind – Low-bounce design for shallow attack angles and firmer conditions
T Grind – Lowest effective bounce for maximum versatility on tight lies
W Grind – Wide sole offering maximum forgiveness for steeper players
E Grind – Eye2-style sole for consistent performance from bunkers and tight lies

“Finding the correct sole grind is key to unlocking wedge performance,” said Solheim. “That’s why custom fitting is so important, whether you’re a tour professional or a club golfer.”

Updated WebFit Wedge App

PING has also updated its WebFit Wedge app, allowing golfers to quickly identify the best s259 wedge setup for their game.

The browser-based tool requires no download or registration and is accessible via QR code in pro shops and at ping.com.

New Dyla-Grip for Greater Shot Control

The s259 wedges are fitted with PING’s new Dyla-Grip, featuring subtle hand-placement indicators to assist with gripping down, shaft lean and face manipulation.

The grip is ¾-inch longer with a reduced taper, designed to enhance feel and control on finesse shots around the green.

Tour Pro Joaquin Niemann has put the new wedges in his bag

Specifications and Pricing

Construction: 8620 carbon steel head, elastomer insert, precision-milled face and grooves
Finishes: Hydropearl 2.0 Chrome; Midnight
Stock Shafts: PING Z-Z115; PING Alta CB Blue (SR, R, S)
Stock Grip: PING Dyla-Grip (Aqua -1/64″, White Standard, Gold +1/32″)
RRP: £190 per club (steel shaft) / £200 per club (graphite shaft)

The PING s259 wedge series is available now for custom fitting at authorised PING retailers across the UK.

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