Odyssey uses AI: The new Ai-DUAL putters enhance 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. 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 striking face and improved forward roll. The insert is complemented by the new Forward Roll Design (FRD) groove, which features a 19-degree angle that is deeper and more pronounced than previous models, aimed at promoting even forward roll across the entire face.
AI-Developed Models Available for Beginners
The Ai-DUAL putters come in various configurations. Standard models have 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
The line also includes Ai-DUAL Square 2 Square putters featuring a modern, center-shafted design. This design positions the shaft below the center of gravity, causing the putter to rest slightly upward at the tip and achieving a \”Zero Torque\” effect. This construction keeps the face relatively square throughout the stroke. Additionally, these models have a preset two-degree forward tilt of the shaft to prevent accidental face opening during forward hand pressure. A specially developed reverse-taper grip compensates for this setup, allowing comfortable, parallel alignment of grip and putter face.
