Introducing the Scottsdale Putter Family: A Blend of Innovation and Tradition
PING has always been a pioneering force in golf equipment, and the new Scottsdale putter family is no exception. Announced by John K. Solheim, PING’s CEO and President, this collection of nine highly forgiving models is designed to enhance your putting performance. Each putter in the Scottsdale line features a unique face insert influenced by athletic-shoe technology, ensuring a soft, responsive feel. The models available for pre-order at authorized retailers include the Scottsdale Craz-E, Prime Tyne 4, Prime Tyne C, Oslo 3, Anser, Anser 2D, Anser 4, B63, and DS72. The standard MSRP is £250, with the Craz-E CB model priced at £275. All models come with a standard SuperStroke grip, adding to the overall performance and feel of the putters.
A Legacy of Innovation: The Scottsdale Name Resurfaces
The Scottsdale name holds a special place in PING’s history, evoking memories of the company’s early days in Karsten Solheim’s garage. It was here that revolutionary ideas transformed the golf equipment industry. The new Scottsdale putters continue this legacy of innovation, with models like the Anser, a standard-setter in putting technology, and the Craz-E, which was ahead of its time with its unique shaping and alignment features. These features, combined with the new insert technology, ensure that each putter delivers a soft, responsive feel and the forgiveness needed to sink more putts. The aesthetic appeal of these putters is undeniable, and with the introduction of the WebFit Putter app, finding the perfect Scottsdale model to fit your game has never been easier.
Cutting-Edge Technology for Superior Performance
The heart of the Scottsdale putters lies in their face insert, made from PEBAX elastomer. This material, commonly used in athletic shoes for its elastic properties, provides a lightweight, high-energy-return compound that delivers a soft yet responsive feel. The one-piece insert enhances distance control and consistency, crucial elements for any golfer. Additionally, the large face-insert cavities allow for weight redistribution to the perimeter, increasing the moment of inertia (MOI). This advanced impact stability reduces skid and promotes forward roll, leading to more accurate and consistent putting. Solheim emphasizes that the combination of the softer insert and higher MOI in every model offers the preferred feel and ball-speed control that many golfers need to improve their consistency on the greens.
Custom Fit and Alignment for Every Golfer
Every Scottsdale putter is designed with subtle color blocking between the top rail and back portion, drawing focus to the front of the putter for better alignment. The family includes various head sizes and shapes, from blades to mid-mallets and mallets, allowing golfers to match a putter to their visual preferences. The mid-length Craz-E CB build, with a 37.75” shaft and 17” SuperStroke grip, adds even more stability. The series also represents all three PING stroke types—Straight, Slight Arc, and Strong Arc—ensuring a choice to fit every golfer. Solheim encourages golfers to take advantage of custom fitting sessions to find the best stroke type and putter look for their game, as a well-fitted putter can make a significant difference on the scorecard.
Detailed Specifications of the Scottsdale Models
- Scottsdale Craz-E: A Tour-proven classic with alignment features and extreme MOI from perimeter weighting and a low/back CG. This mallet has a 1/2 shaft offset, weighs 370g, and is ideal for a straight stroke.
- Scottsdale Craz-E CB: A mid-length build with a longer shaft and grip, allowing golfers to grip down for more stability. It shares the same features as the standard Craz-E but with a 37.75” shaft and 17” grip.
- Scottsdale Prime Tyne 4: A highly forgiving mallet with a twin-fork design for exceptional balance, ideal for a strong-arc stroke.
- Scottsdale Prime Tyne C: A center-shafted model with no offset, perfect for players with a straight stroke.
- Scottsdale Oslo 3: A high-MOI mallet with a ball-width back cavity for easier aiming, suitable for a slight-arc stroke.
- Scottsdale Anser: The winningest putter of all time, with heel-toe weighting for forgiveness and a single alignment line for easy aiming, best for a slight-arc stroke.
- Scottsdale Anser 4: Similar to the Anser but designed with a hosel that assists a strong-arc stroke.
- Scottsdale Anser 2D: A slightly deeper, perimeter-weighted blade with the forgiveness of a mid-mallet, ideal for a slight-arc stroke.
- Scottsdale B63: A Tour-inspired, perimeter-weighted blade with a soft-slanting hosel for visual balance, suitable for a slight-arc stroke.
- Scottsdale DS72: A Tour-inspired mid-mallet with a ball-width PEBAX face insert and cavity, making aiming easier, perfect for a straight stroke.
The Future of Putting: Enhanced Performance and Accessibility
The Scottsdale putter family represents the pinnacle of PING’s commitment to innovation and golfer performance. With the WebFit Putter app, golfers can easily find the putter that best fits their game, making the fitting process more accessible and convenient. The collaboration with SuperStroke ensures that each putter comes with a grip that enhances feel and stability, leading to more confidence over every putt. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a casual golfer, the Scottsdale putters are designed to help you sink more putts and improve your overall game. The legacy of Scottsdale continues with this new line, blending tradition with cutting-edge technology to create some of the highest-performing putters in PING’s history.
