Equipment

Spotted: Callaway Big Bertha V Series Driver

Published

12 years ago

Jul 28, 2014

Just last week, the Callaway Big Bertha V Series driver was added to the USGA conforming list. Today, we spotted the driver on tour at the 2014 WGC-Bridgestone Invitational.

As expected from the initial photos that surfaced, the V Series drivers don’t have a moveable weight system, but they do appear to have adjustable hosels. Callaway hasn’t released any information regarding technology, but from the photos, it can be assumed the drivers have what’s called “Speed Optimized Technology” in the club head.

For now, we’ll just have to enjoy the photos and speculate about the technology.

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27 Comments

Matt

Aug 5, 2014 at 3:52 am

Its just a re-skin of the Callaway Legacy platinum driver (oceanic) for the mainstream.

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alan

Aug 1, 2014 at 11:18 pm

This is getting just silly stupid already.
Cor is at its limit, same for cc’s and dimensions.
So, this one is deeper, this one has aero fins,etc., etc.
Now even Cali is getting into the act of a new, “better driver” every quarter !!!

If you don’t like your current driver, then reshaft it by a good fitter. You will be amazed at the change in performance/results.

Do not get suckered in by the marketing hype. I am quite sure your golf ball will not know the differece of which driver hit it !!!!!

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CJ

Jul 31, 2014 at 3:04 am

That face looks really deep and if it is I’m hoping they make a more shallow one because deep faces just don’t look right to me but other the depth of the face I really like the simple look

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Dan

Jul 30, 2014 at 7:58 pm

Just a quick response. Bought the Cleveland Custom Classic XL last year. Decided to compare it to every new driver out in 2014 and I mean every one. They were all as close to my current setup as I could get. Not one was better than my current one including the SLDR. Some of the numbers were close or the same on the monitor at the PGA Superstore I buy from but, none were better. I’ll keep my money and stay away from the hype.

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Nick

Jul 30, 2014 at 3:46 pm

3 & 5 wood heads for sale on e-bay uk!

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Robert

Jul 29, 2014 at 11:23 pm

V Series? What’s that; the value series or something? Like the sldr s. Haha. Hey, what’s one more driver in the line-up. Guess they didn’t feel like they quite had all demographics covered with only 6 drivers so they needed to cater to the 12 golfers that were demanding a big bertha without the mizuno fast track technology or the $500 gravity core that Mickelson makes look so good.

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jgpl001

Jul 29, 2014 at 4:31 pm

I like Callaway but they are now bringing out new woods faster than TM

How many models in the past 3 years? I’ve lost count

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FTWPHIL

Jul 29, 2014 at 1:05 pm

So Japanish…

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west

Jul 29, 2014 at 12:08 pm

Love the black crown…can’t wait to try!

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Grant

Jul 29, 2014 at 9:03 am

Also looks like Callaway is switching out their hosel adjustment platform.

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sebastien

Jul 29, 2014 at 7:55 am

Biggest Big Bertha

some of you may know

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W

Jul 29, 2014 at 3:25 am

Warbird sole. It’s back! Awesome.

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tlmck

Jul 29, 2014 at 3:08 am

Looks like my RAZR Fit Xtreme with maybe a bit deeper face. I’ll be hanging on to mine though.

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JK

Jul 29, 2014 at 2:45 am

http://cdn0.globalgolf.com/images/product/large/1001000/1001026.jpg

it’s this, with adjustable loft. right?

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TW

Jul 29, 2014 at 2:05 am

I would love to see Callaway keep this 460cc version, then produce a 400 or 350cc pro version, I love my 3deep and would just love to see modern tech put into a classic package. Swing Speeds would pick up with the smaller head.

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Brad B

Jul 29, 2014 at 12:14 am

Is that a “Speed Slot” on the toe?

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Mad-Mex

Jul 28, 2014 at 11:34 pm

Reminds me of my Cleveland Classic 290

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Dan

Jul 28, 2014 at 9:47 pm

Looks like the classic Big Bertha from the early 1990s hit the modern state in a crash course or something

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Joe

Jul 28, 2014 at 9:00 pm

Looks like it’s gonna hit bombs

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Dave

Jul 28, 2014 at 8:16 pm

I’m not a typically a fan of Cally but I like the looks of this. Looks like a biggest big bertha face and sole crossed with a modern crown and paint job.

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Patrick

Jul 28, 2014 at 7:47 pm

Looks just like the Optiforce

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- Joe
  
  Jul 28, 2014 at 9:00 pm
  
  Or it looks like the original Big Bertha which the optiforce looks nothing like?
  
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  - Juan Carlos
    
    Jul 29, 2014 at 6:00 pm
    
    Joe, you receive applause for the above response. So true.
    
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  - Jack F
    
    Jul 30, 2014 at 3:23 pm
    
    Joe… The Big Berthas were gray, not black.
    
    — Callaway R&D Team
    
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    - golfing badger
      
      Jul 31, 2014 at 3:21 pm
      
      Joe was referring to the face markings and sole shape…very similar.
      Spot on Joe!
      
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Jim

Jul 28, 2014 at 6:55 pm

Its got a real deep face kind of like the looks too

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TaylorMade goes bigger with Spider ZT Max putter

Published

9 hours ago

Jun 4, 2026

Brian Knudson

In the zero-torque putter world the TaylorMade Spider ZT has carved out a great following of golfers who love it. So TaylorMade wanted to go bigger and it did, literally. This new Spider ZT Max features a larger body that is made from aluminum to allow for heavier steel and tungsten weights to move to the perimeter. Combining the weight distribution with the larger size increases stability and the putter will reduce twisting on toe or heel impacts.

TaylorMade kept the zero-torque design the same with a shaft that inserts right near the CG location and 34mm behind the face. Placing the shaft here keeps the putter balancing with the toe up, helping keep the face pointed towards the target throughout the stroke. Each shaft is bored into the head with a 2 degree forward shaft lean to help keep that toe-up design consistent.

A unique sole design is incorporated into the putter to work with the center shaft so the putter doesn’t rock when it is soled on the green. Engineers looked at many different angles and putting strokes to make sure that the putter sits square behind the ball so alignment is easier. While you don’t see the bright white True Path alignment feature on the top of the putter, it is there in milled form. Milled lines on the top of the putter are the exact same width of a golf ball in order to help create better center face contact. The Pure Roll insert on the face is made from a combination of Surlyn and aluminum for a soft but solid feel. Forty-five degree grooves provide immediate forward roll and consistent speed on shots that don’t find the center of the putter.

Golfers can get the new Spider ZT Max in standard length, counter balanced, and in a long model. Offering the putter in these options lets players who find an alternative putting stroke better an option to get a high MOI mallet. The standard length models with get the same KBS CT 120 steel shaft as the new Spider Tour Torched putters while the CB and Long putters will get a KBS Graphite shaft that is heavier (155g & 210g). A Super Stroke Off-Axis Tour 2.0 and a Super Stroke 3.0 17″ grip are stock on these Spider ZT Max putters.

Spider ZT Max Pricing

Standard: $449.99
Counter Balanced: $499.99
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TaylorMade launches Spider Tour Torched putters

Published

12 hours ago

Jun 4, 2026

Brian Knudson

TaylorMade has dominated the mallet putter market with their expansive Spider putter line over the last few years. From players on professional tours to us everyday players, you will see a lot of Spider putters in bags. For 2026 TaylorMade is updating the Spider line with the new Spider Torched series that features a new torched PVD finish and some new head shapes.

The first thing you will notice about the Spider Torched putters is the bronze color finish. This finish takes inspiration from Rory’s custom Spider that is heated with a torch to get a multi-color bronze finish. When you heat stainless steel to around 600°F to 900°F it will change to this bronze color in a process called temper color. This happens because very high temperatures cause the metal’s surface to react with oxygen in the air, creating a thin transparent layer that gradually becomes thicker over time. Instead of using the time-consuming torching process, TaylorMade went with a more durable PVD finish to get a similar look.

Rory’s TaylorMade Spider Tour X

With the new launch we get the familiar Spider Tour head shapes that we know and love with the Spider Tour and Spider Tour X. Both are offered with different hosels as well to give looks that golfers will love and influence the toe hang of the putters for fitting different putting strokes. It doesn’t stop there as TaylorMade is also giving us the new Spider Tour V and Spider Tour F shapes that offer a different look and alignment at address. All of the heads stay true to being a Spider by their high MOI design for stability and forgiveness. A sole plate with updated graphics moves weight away from the center of the club head and out to the perimeter.

“The Spider Tour putter family represents the very best of what we do at TaylorMade. Nearlytwo decades of engineering, refinement and Tour feedback have gone into building thisfamily—and this new finish brings a level of visual sophistication that matches theperformance underneath it. These are putters that belong in the hands of the best players inthe world, and they’re proving it every week.”–Andrew Oldknow, Senior DirectorProductCategory and Design

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For lining up the putter we see the tried and true True Path alignment that TaylorMade has been using on Spiders for what feels like forever. This high contrast line makes it faster and easier to get the putter pointed towards your target for more accuracy. You can also see the legendary Pure Roll insert that is made from white TPU for a softer feel. Each insert contains horizontal 45 degree grooves that put more forward roll on the ball and reduce hopping and skidding. Behind the insert is a Hybrar Echo Dampener that will reduce unwanted vibrations for a softer feel and sound at impact. On the sole TaylorMade kept the TSS weights so that you can dial in the head weight in order to get the perfect feel out of your Spider Tour Torched.

Spider Tour

Spider Tour F

Spider Tour V

Spider Tour X

Spider Tour Counter Balanced

More Photos of the TaylorMade Spider Tour Torched Putters

All of the new Spider Torched putters are offered with a premium KBS CT 120 putter shaft that features a gloss black finish. This upgraded shaft features a stiffer feel and low toque for added stability and consistency. The stock grip is a Super Stroke Pistol 1.0 while the counter balanced models get a Super Stroke 2.0 XL grip that is longer, 13.75″, in order to grip it further down easily. A new brown head cover has a leather texture and looks really good with the brown and light blue accents on it.