Taylormade Spider 5K-ZT Counter Balance

TaylorMade Spider 5K-ZT Counter Balance – outstanding stability on the green

The TaylorMade Spider 5K-ZT Counter Balance 36-Inch Putter is engineered for golfers seeking greater stability, control and consistency in their putting stroke. It combines the familiar forgiveness of TaylorMade’s Spider family with an innovative zero-torque design. This construction reduces the putter head’s tendency to rotate open or closed during the stroke, helping golfers return the face to the ball more consistently.

The 5K-ZT name reflects the combination of a high moment of inertia and Zero Torque technology. The front section of the head is manufactured from dense 303 stainless steel, while the rear uses lightweight 6061 aerospace-grade aluminium. This multi-material construction allows weight to be positioned efficiently while moving the centre of gravity into a location that supports both stability and forgiveness.

The shaft enters the head close to the centre of gravity and slightly towards the toe. Combined with just 1° of shaft lean and 25 millimetres of onset behind the face, this creates the distinctive toe-up balance. The head is therefore designed to remain quieter throughout the motion, reducing the need for active manipulation with the hands. This can make it easier to produce a smooth and repeatable stroke under pressure.

This model measures 36 inches and features a dedicated Counter Balance construction. Its 395-gram head is paired with a longer, heavier grip, leaving part of the grip above the golfer’s hands at address. This redistributes the overall mass of the putter and can reduce unwanted wrist action. The balanced feel is intended to promote consistent tempo and control across both short putts and longer attempts.

TaylorMade’s Pure Roll insert is made from a blend of Surlyn and aluminium. Its grooves are set at a 45-degree angle to encourage the ball to begin rolling forwards quickly after impact. This reduces unnecessary skidding and bouncing, creating a more predictable roll towards the hole. Clear alignment features across the mallet head also help golfers position the face accurately and commit to their intended starting line.

The Spider 5K-ZT Counter Balance features 2.5° of loft, a 70° lie angle, a 155-gram KBS GPS Custom Graphite shaft and a 13.75-inch SuperStroke 2.0XL Round grip. Together, these components create a confidence-inspiring putter for golfers who prefer a stable setup, reduced face rotation and a controlled stroke. The combination of zero-torque technology, high MOI and counterbalancing makes this model especially appealing to players who want to improve starting-line consistency without forcing their natural putting motion.

✅ Benefits at a glance:

• Zero-torque design helps keep the face stable
• High MOI provides additional forgiveness on off-centre strikes
• Counterbalanced construction encourages a controlled stroke
• Heavy 395-gram head improves stability
• Pure Roll insert promotes an early forward roll
• 45-degree grooves help reduce skidding after impact
• Multi-material stainless-steel and aluminium head
• 155-gram KBS GPS Custom Graphite shaft
• Long SuperStroke 2.0XL Round grip
• Clear alignment details support accurate aiming
• Finished at a length of 36 inches