Odyssey uses AI: The new Ai-DUAL putters improve ball speed and putting accuracy through intelligent insert design.
Odyssey, a subsidiary of Callaway, has expanded its putter lineup with the new Ai-DUAL models, which combine material innovation with novel design. Central to these is the Ai-DUAL Insert, a two-layer urethane element developed using artificial intelligence. It consists of a soft outer layer and a firmer inner layer, designed to provide consistent ball speed across the entire face and improve forward roll. The insert is complemented by the new Forward Roll Design (FRD) groove, which features a 19-degree incline that is deeper and more pronounced than previous models, promoting more consistent forward roll across the face.
Entry-Level Models Also Developed with Artificial Intelligence
The Ai-DUAL putters are available in various versions. Standard models feature a lightweight steel shaft with a counterweight at the grip end to stabilize the stroke. For players who prefer different balance, Odyssey offers Cruiser variants equipped with heavier heads, longer and heavier shafts, and longer grips.
The Odyssey Ai-Dual Square 2 as a Zero-Torque Putter
An extension to the line is the Ai-DUAL Square 2 Square putters, which feature a modern, centrally offset shaft design. This positions the shaft below the center of gravity plane, allowing the putter to rest slightly upward at the tip, achieving a so-called “Zero Torque” effect. This construction keeps the face relatively square throughout the stroke. Additionally, these models preset a slight forward shaft lean of two degrees to prevent accidental opening of the face during forward hand pressure. A specially designed reverse-taper grip compensates for this preset, enabling comfortable, parallel alignment of the grip and clubface.
