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Co-designed by Rickie Fowler, 2020 TaylorMade TP5 and TP5X Pix golf balls feature new ClearPath Alignment System
TaylorMade Golf has unveiled the all-new TP5 and TP5x Pix golf balls, which are co-developed by Rickie Fowler and feature the brand’s new ClearPath Alignment System.
Inspired by Fowler’s insights, the second generation of the Pix golf ball contains the all-new ClearPath Alignment System, which features a uniquely positioned single TaylorMade logo aligned with the TP5/TP5x stamp, which is designed to form a natural pathway through the center of the ball.
Twelve multi-color graphics frame the single TaylorMade logo and TP5/TP5x stamp to form the company’s new ClearPath Alignment System, which not only aims to help with a player’s alignment but also seeks to provide feedback on the quality of the roll by allowing golfers to see the ball roll end-over-end.
Speaking on the creation of the new TaylorMade TP5 and TP5X Pix balls, which he will put into play at this week’s Waste Management Phoenix Open, Fowler said
“The Pix graphics give you a precise focal point to work with. When we started developing the new design, one of my first comments was if we didn’t have the full TaylorMade logo in two places, we would have space to create a path that works for alignment and feedback.”
For the first time, Pix is available in both TP5 and TP5x models. Both feature TaylorMade’s five-layer construction designed to achieve enhanced speed while still offering complete tee-to-green performance.
Like it’s predecessor, the TP5 and TP5X contain the brand’s Speed-Layer System which is comprised of four increasingly stiff layers that feature HFM. According to the company, HFM is a tightly wound spring that, when compressed, generates more rebound energy for more ball speed.
The ball’s Tri-Fast Core consists of an extra-large, low-compression inner core (16 compression in TP5, 25 compression in TP5x) and a progressively stiffer outer core and mantle. The three layers are designed to work in conjunction to provide golfers with a ball that creates lower drag and increased carry.
Completing the new additions from TaylorMade is the Dual-Spin Cover containing an ultra-soft cast urethane cover and a 30 percent more rigid inner cover. The rigid inner cover is designed to force the soft urethane cover into wedge grooves for maximum spin generation, creating the perfect condition for maximum greenside control.
Speaking on the new balls, Michael Fox, TaylorMade Category Director – Golf Ball & Accessories stated
“We learned a lot in the development of the first generation of pix, but through our partnership with Rickie Fowler we’ve learned even more. His vital feedback led directly to the development of the ClearPath Alignment System. It’s not just about unique cool designs that are easier to see, it’s now validated at the top of the pyramid with a performance benefit like nothing else out there. It’s the ideal combination of style and function.”
The TP5 and TP5x Pix will be available at retail on 2/28 at an MSRP of $44.99 per dozen.
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Driver: TaylorMade Qi10 (9 degrees @8.25) Buy here.
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Black 6 X
3-wood: TaylorMade Qi10 (15 degrees) Buy here.
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Black 8 X
5-wood: TaylorMade Qi10 (18 degrees) Buy here.
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Black 9 X
Irons: TaylorMade Proto (4), TaylorMade Rors Proto (5-9) Buy here.
Shaft: Project X 7.0 (4-9)
Wedges: TaylorMade MG4 (46-09SB, 50-09SB, 54-11SB) Buy here, Titleist Vokey Design WedgeWorks (58-K @59) Buy here.
Shafts: Project X 6.5 (46-54), Project X 6.5 Wedge (60)
Putter: TaylorMade Spider Tour X3 Buy here.
Grip: SuperStroke Zenergy Pistol Tour
Ball: 2024 TaylorMade TP5x Buy here.
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- Kevin Tway what’s in the bag accurate as of the Wells Fargo Championship. More photos from the event here.
Driver: Ping G430 LST (10.5 degrees)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Black 6 X
3-wood: TaylorMade Stealth 2 (15 degrees)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Diamana D+ 80 TX
5-wood: TaylorMade Stealth 2 (18 degrees)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Diamana D+ 90 TX
Irons: Wilson Staff Utility (2), Titleist T100 (4-9)
Shafts: Mitsubishi MMT 100 TX (2), True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100 (4-9)
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10 (48-10F @47, 52-12F @51, 56-14F), SM7 (60-10S)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100 (48-56), True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400 (60)
Putter: Scotty Cameron T-5 Proto
Grip: Scotty Cameron Black Baby T
Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet Plus4
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Editor’s note: This is an excerpt from a piece our Andrew Tursky originally wrote for PGATour.com’s Equipment Report. Head over there for the full article.
The timing of Lowry’s putter changeup was curious: Was he just using a Spider putter because he was paired with McIlroy, who’s been using a Spider Tour X head throughout 2024? Was Lowry just being festive because it’s the Zurich Classic, and he wanted to match his teammate? Did McIlroy let Lowry try his putter, and he liked it so much he actually switched into it?
Well, as it turns out, McIlroy’s only influence was inspiring Lowry to make more putts.
When asked if McIlroy had an influence on the putter switch, Lowry had this to say: “No, it’s actually a different putter than what he uses. Maybe there was more pressure there because I needed to hole some more putts if we wanted to win,” he said with a laugh.
To Lowry’s point, McIlroy plays the Tour X model, whereas Lowry switched into the Tour Z model, which has a sleeker shape in comparison, and the two sole weights of the club are more towards the face.
Lowry’s Spider Tour Z has a white True Path Alignment channel on the crown of his putter, which is reminiscent of Lowry’s former 2-ball designs, thus helping to provide a comfort factor despite the departure from his norm. Instead of a double-bend hosel, which Lowry used in his 2-ball putters, his new Spider Tour Z is designed with a short slant neck.
“I’ve been struggling on the greens, and I just needed something with a fresh look,” Lowry told GolfWRX.com on Wednesday at the 2024 Wells Fargo Championship. “It has a different neck on it, as well, so it moves a bit differently, but it’s similar. It has a white line on the back of it [like my 2-ball], and it’s a mallet style. So it’s not too drastic of a change.
“I just picked it up on the putting green and I liked the look of it, so I was like, ‘Let’s give it a go.’”
Read the rest of the piece over at PGATour.com.
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Jerry
Jan 29, 2020 at 7:40 pm
At first glance, based on the color scheme I thought this was an old article from Halloween. As several others commented, how about something truly useful, optic yellow.
hl
Jan 29, 2020 at 6:20 pm
nothing better than a bunch of high handicappers bagging on a professional with multiple wins, solely cause he’s never won a major. Clowns
BD
Jan 29, 2020 at 6:10 pm
My eyes rolled so much that I think they did a 360.
Patrick
Jan 29, 2020 at 4:03 pm
Nothing like waiting for some hack to take 2 minutes to line it up just right…. and come up three feet short.
dat
Jan 29, 2020 at 3:23 pm
load of marketing bs
steve
Jan 29, 2020 at 2:19 pm
“Inspired by Fowler’s insights, the second generation of the Pix golf ball contains the all-new ClearPath Alignment System, which features a uniquely positioned single TaylorMade logo aligned with the TP5/TP5x stamp, which is designed to form a natural pathway through the center of the ball.”
So were just making up names and thinking its innovative, huh?
Chris
Jan 29, 2020 at 1:27 pm
Fowler designed it? Sweet so I’ll miss the cut and never win a major as well.
ScottBinSLC
Jan 29, 2020 at 12:53 pm
TP5 in Optic Yellow needed. Nuff said
MF
Jan 29, 2020 at 1:58 pm
Coming in April
SJT
Jan 29, 2020 at 12:21 pm
I am still hoping to see the TP5x in Optic Yellow. Not a fan of the Pix look. I think it is actually distracting.
John
Jan 29, 2020 at 12:02 pm
No i will never use a taylor made ball.. enough of fowler
steve
Jan 29, 2020 at 10:36 am
Its not really working for Fowler
D
Jan 29, 2020 at 10:32 am
Did anyone even see someone play the old TP5 Pix golf ball? I never saw one on golf course last year.
David
Jan 29, 2020 at 9:51 am
TP5 is my preferred ball. Only thing I would change is to add a simple black line for putting alignment. Just a black line that won’t wear off like a sharpie does. I wish they would at least offer a black line as a customization option. I can take or leave the other “pix” graphics, doesn’t bother me but also doesn’t add value for me personally.
Jim Thomson
Jan 29, 2020 at 9:38 am
Interesting that Canadian bilingual packaging is pictured.
JP
Jan 29, 2020 at 9:32 am
This is getting stupid. Roll out a new graphic every few months and claim it’s revolutionary. Callaway beat you to it with Truvis and you just keep trying to keep up. TP5 & TP5X are great balls indeed, but really?!?
JP
Jan 29, 2020 at 9:38 am
Oh yeah, Callaway also beat you to Triple Track too. Haha
Will TM now make a matching clearpath alignment putter? LOL
Patrick Reed
Jan 29, 2020 at 9:36 pm
Nice input JP. Might want to look in retail stores at the new Callaway putter that’s identical to TM’s spider putter. The ignorant posts I see on this website is unbelievable.
JP
Jan 30, 2020 at 12:30 pm
CHEATER!!!
JD
Jan 29, 2020 at 9:18 am
The quality of my eye roll while reading this article was much improved over last years model.
joe
Jan 29, 2020 at 9:28 am
HAHAHA, perfect.