Equipment
A White Hot Mesh: Odyssey Works Putters
Odyssey’s Works putters merge two of the company’s most successful technologies to create something new.
The putters use a new insert — called Fusion RX — that combines Odyssey’s White Hot insert with a stainless steel mesh that’s similar to the company’s Metal-X insert. The idea was to combine the soft, consistent feel of the White Hot insert with the roll benefits of the Metal-X insert pattern.
[quote_box_center]”We took a thin mesh of stainless steel about 0.4 mm thick and adhere it to the surface,” says Austie Rollinson, Principal Designer at Odyssey Golf. “And what that does — the stainless steel with the oval pattern — is give you that friction that you’re looking for to put that better roll on it. But it also is thin enough that it flexes with the impact so that you get the feel and sound and resiliency of the White Hot [insert] behind it… so it’s the best of both worlds.”[/quote_box_center]
The last step? Adding the company’s Versa paint, which uses contrasting silver and black lines to aid golfers with their alignment.
The new technologies are used on each of the 11 putters in the Odyssey Works line: #1, #1 Wide, #7, #9, V-Line, 2-Ball Fang, 2-Ball Fang Tank, Arm Lock #1 Wide, Tank #1 Wide, Tank #7 and Rossie #1 Tank. All models (except the Arm Lock #1 Wide) are also available with a SuperStroke grip for a $20 upcharge.
The putters will be in stores on Jan. 30, 2015.
Odyssey Works 2-Ball Fang ($199)
With the Odyssey Works 2-Ball Fang, the company replaced the metal flange on top of the putter with a lighter ABS polymer insert. That reduced the weight on the top by 78 percent, lowering its center of gravity and creating more discretionary weight for designers to place around the perimeter of the club.
The result? A “fanged” look that’s 32 percent more accurate than any 2-Ball the company has ever made, Rollinson said.
- Lengths: 33, 34, 35 inches
- Head Weight: 360 grams
A 2-Ball Fang “Tank” ($219) is also available. It has a head weight of 380 grams and is available in lengths of 35 and 38 inches.
Odyssey Works #1 ($179)
- Lengths: 33, 34, 35 inches
- Head Weight: 350 grams
Odyssey Works #1 Wide ($179)
- Lengths: 33, 34, 35 inches
- Head Weight: 350 grams
Odyssey Works #7 ($179)
- Lengths: 33, 34, 35 inches
- Head Weight: 350 grams
Odyssey Works #9 ($179)
- Lengths: 33, 34, 35 inches
- Head Weight: 350 grams
Odyssey Works Arm Lock #1 Wide ($199)
- Lengths: 43 inches
- Head Weight: 400 grams
- Offset: 1.5 shafts
Odyssey Works Tank #1 Wide ($199)
- Lengths: 35, 38 inches
- Head Weight: 380 grams
Odyssey Works Tank #7 ($199)
- Lengths: 35, 38 inches
- Head Weight: 380 grams
Odyssey Works V-Line ($179)
- Lengths: 33, 34, 35 inches
- Head Weight: 350 grams
Odyssey Works Tank Rossie #1 ($199)
- Lengths: 35, 38 inches
- Head Weight: 380 grams
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Mitsubishi has today launched the second in the latest generation of the brand’s Diamana Series, the smooth-feeling, mid-launching BB profile.
We originally spotted the BB at the U.S. Open in June where Phil Mickelson was seen testing the shaft.
Like its lower-launching counterpart, WB, the Diamana BB features the latest proprietary material and structural technologies – including Consistent Feel Design for greater fitting efficacy and Xlink Tech Resin System in design to enhance structural strength – all wrapped in the flower and surf iconography synonymous with the brand since the original launch in 2004.
As with all “blue” color-coded Mitsubishi shafts, Diamana BB – the ‘BB’ designation stands for “Blue Board” – is a mid-launch, mid-spin profile most suitable for golfers looking to increase the launch trajectory off the tee while also maximizing speed and distance.
To ensure the “pure feel” distinction, Mitsubishi has utilized its proprietary Xlink Tech Resin System to increase overall strength and durability of the shaft while also driving carbon fiber volume up. That carbon fiber – both 80-ton Dialead pitch fiber in the handle and 46-ton throughout the angle plies – not only increases energy transfer, but also lowers torque for greater stability.
“We are humbled by the level of excitement we’ve seen from consumers and industry partners alike for this new generation of Diamana. Though people do really love the new look, this new shaft series goes beyond just its retro cosmetic, said Mark Gunther, Senior Director of Sales and Marketing at Mitsubishi Chemical Sporting Goods Division. “Golfers who try DiamanaTM BB will immediately recognize the performance characteristics and feel so often associated with the Diamana Blue Board franchise. The Diamana brand originally started with a mid-launch blue board profile back in 2005 and we believe this new BB profile to be a worthy modern-day, successor.”
The all-new Diamana BB will be available for pre-order at select retailers beginning in mid-July and at authorized online retailers and club fitters worldwide beginning September 6, 2024 with an MSRP of $400.
Additional specs below. 
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Coolest thing for sale in the GolfWRX Classifieds (7/1/24): Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Ti 340 Mini-Driver
At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals that all experience and express our enjoyment of the game in many ways.
It’s that sense of community that drives day-to-day interactions in the forums on topics that range from best driver to what marker you use to mark your ball. It even allows us to share another thing we all love – buying and selling equipment.
Currently, in our GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, there is a listing for a Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Ti 340 Mini-Driver.
From the seller: (@tigercolt77): “Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Ti 340 Mini Driver 13.5 right handed, new still in plastic head only plus headcover. Asking $410 obo shipped.”
To check out the full listing in our BST forum, head through the link: Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Ti 340 Mini-Driver
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Steve
Jan 8, 2015 at 10:22 pm
Looks like they ran out of ideas
Chip
Jan 8, 2015 at 11:52 pm
Hence the name… They gave it “the works”
Bore
Jan 8, 2015 at 3:26 am
Great designs, concepts. Horrible GIRLY color. lol
Great article title, by the way!
Chip
Jan 7, 2015 at 10:22 pm
So how is this putter better, yet significantly cheaper, than a Metal X Milled Versa? $349 vs $179. The people who bought those or the Metal X Milled must feel like they were ripped off!
other paul
Jan 7, 2015 at 10:16 pm
Oh wow!!! Silver instead of white! I must have! Sarcasm. Sorry, just not enough improvement to get excited about. I am actually surprised I even read the article. I knew what it would say but read it anyway.
Gib15
Jan 7, 2015 at 10:05 pm
These look great IMO, I have always thought Odyssey putters were the best putters dollar for dollar, these could improve on their legacy for sure, combining a truer roll with that classic feel. Something the Metal X series could not quite get right.
The #1 wide having a line is tempting me highly.
obo
Jan 7, 2015 at 9:48 pm
So will this line still jive with their eye-line fitting system? Or is that out the door, only to be resurrected and claimed as innovation next year?
Tom
Jan 7, 2015 at 2:43 pm
Thank goodness…back to the solid line and away from the 3 alignment dots. Hate the dots so may have to give this #7 or #7 Tank a ride.
Square
Jan 7, 2015 at 2:19 pm
Me not like…
Nigel P
Jan 7, 2015 at 1:34 pm
Where can I get one of these inserts to put on my current Tank?
Michael
Jan 7, 2015 at 12:33 pm
I like that they got away from the white. they make good putters but needed to get away from the taylormade white look. i like the size of the #1 wide, reminds me of a sqaureback style. good putter for price. and to “rat’s” comment of a pig painted. they at least have a huge putter line that stays consistnet with shape each year. so people can keep the same style putter they like but get an upgrade or jsut a diff color and change of scenery. there is only so muhc tech in putter. same with betti and scotty. same styles slighly tweaked each year with new color scheme. thats all. dont hate.
lsf_21
Jan 7, 2015 at 11:45 am
Still not enough offset in the arm lock.
Jesse
Jan 7, 2015 at 12:58 pm
That’s my concern too .. Looks like I’ll have to suck it up and get a bettinardi
slider
Jan 7, 2015 at 5:45 pm
no a scotty
lsf_21
Jan 9, 2015 at 12:00 am
Does Scotty make an arm lock?
Bettis are fantastic I own both. Just wish the feel was a pinch firmer for slow greens I play on most often.
Jesse
Jan 7, 2015 at 11:20 am
I’m surprised they brought the arm lock putter back. Anyone have any details on this, is it going to have more loft in the face like the bettinardi?
RAT
Jan 7, 2015 at 10:29 am
Much the same ol’ same ol’. A pig painted red or white is still a pig.
enrique
Jan 7, 2015 at 2:38 pm
Winningest putter of all time over PING and Cameron. Probably not a pig by most peoples definition – unless you consider pigs a good thing.
jgolf
Jan 7, 2015 at 7:28 pm
You’re 100% correct Enrigue. I said the same in another forum. Bettinardi’s, Scotty’s & Piretti’s are beautiful putters. Some of them are like art. But making putts is making money and thats why Odyssey is the number one putter on tour. I’m a white hot pro guy, but for a change, I like a milled stainless putter. I traded a Scotty Newport Mil Spec for an Odyssey # 2 ProType and couldn’t be happier.
jgolf
Jan 7, 2015 at 7:30 pm
Enrique I meant…my bad
other paul
Jan 7, 2015 at 10:13 pm
My wife says i am a hot white pro… Probably not the same as a white hot pro…
bradford
Jan 8, 2015 at 12:33 pm
But this pig is blue. Blue!
A
Jan 7, 2015 at 9:00 am
I’m diggin the 2-ball fang
Jay
Jan 7, 2015 at 8:43 am
The putters will be in stores on Jan. 30, 2015
The Putters will be in the BST Feb 2, 2015
Joe
Jan 7, 2015 at 1:35 pm
This.
Albatross85
Jan 7, 2015 at 8:09 am
My lawd! Look at that V-line! Must have one