Odyssey uses AI: The new Ai-DUAL putters improve ball speed and precision through intelligent insert design.
Odyssey, a subsidiary of Callaway, has expanded its putter line with the new Ai-DUAL models, combining material innovation and novel design. At the core 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, aiming to provide consistent ball speed across the face and enhanced forward spin. The insert is complemented by the new Forward Roll Design (FRD) groove, which is 19 degrees deeper and more pronounced than previous models to promote more consistent forward roll across the face.
Entry-Level Models Also Developed with Artificial Intelligence
The Ai-DUAL putters come in various designs. Standard models feature a lightweight steel shaft with a counterweight at the grip end to stabilize the stroke. For players preferring a 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 of the line is the Ai-DUAL Square 2 Square putters, which feature a modern, mid-shafted design. This design positions the shaft below the center of gravity, causing the putter to rest slightly upward at the tip and achieving the so-called \”Zero Torque\” effect. This construction keeps the clubface relatively square throughout the stroke. Additionally, these models have a preset two-degree forward shaft lean to prevent accidental opening of the clubface during forward hand pressure. A specially developed reverse-taper grip compensates for this preset, enabling comfortable, parallel alignment of grip and clubface.
