The Odyssey TRTL Putter was actually slated to be released next year, but it has gained so much traction in 2026 that the brand have had to bring it forward. It’s already topped sales charts in Japan, where it was actually created, and has been turning heads on the PGA Tour thanks to the improvement in putting of Min Woo Lee since he put it into the bag.
Over the last decade there has been one putter that has really dominated the market: the TaylorMade Spider. Now Odyssey are really trying to stake their claim with a great looking, stable and consistent mallet, which is also aimed after an animal!
I was lucky enough to be invited to Florida for the global launch of the new TRTL putters, before putting them to the test on the golf course.
Who Is It Aimed At?
The TRTL is a mallet putter, but I would say one of it’s big attractions is that it is aimed at a wide range of golfers, because it looks great and provides a nice level of stability and feedback.
It’s really aimed at golfers who either already like mallet shapes, or have been using a blade putter and maybe want something that’s a bit more stable.
There is also a Max version which features Odyssey’s low torque Square 2 Square technology, offering even more MOI to help golfers who are looking for more consistency in their stroke.
The Tech
Whilst lots of effort has clearly gone into the name and the branding for the TRTL putters, the biggest story when it comes to the actual tech is the new Ai-Star insert. This pairs an aluminium inner layer with a firmer urethane surface on the face.
Odyssey says it was designed using artificial intelligence, and it’s said to deliver consistent ball speed across the face with a firmer, more responsive feel than you might expect.
It works in conjuction with a new Forward Roll Design groove, which is deeper with a 19° slope and should improve forward roll both up and down the face.
The head itself is a multi-material build of steel, a lightweight shell and an aerospace-grade aluminium sole, pushing weight to the perimeter for extra stability and forgiveness.
Alignment comes from Twin Track, two long parallel sightlines, while the new sole geometry is designed to help the putter sit square at address. All in all, the shape has been designed specifically to offer both easy alignment and high MOI.
There are also four corner weights, which let you shift the CG and fine-tune toe hang – something that Odyssey describe as ‘unprecedented adjustability’.
Elsewhere you get a black SL 120 shaft and the new Tour Pistol grip, while the larger TRTL Max adds a centre-shafted Square 2 Square setup with zero torque for players who want minimal face rotation. It offers maximum MOI, for golfers seeking higher levels of forgiveness and stability.
Looks
Earlier this year we tested TaylorMade’s latest range of Spider putters, and said that we thought they had done a great job with making both the putters and headcovers look more premium.
The TRTL follows suit and I think it looks fantastic. The green and black colourway blends together really nicely, and the putter is quickly recognisable without being too loud or garish.
Odyssey have done a really good job of presenting a mallet that is going to offer forgiveness, but still keeps things relatively compact.
The headcover, complete with turtle-shell pattern, really finishes off the overall package and helps it to look much more expensive than the RRP of £299.
One of the keys to the overall profile of the putter is the alignment detailing. This Twin Track stands out so clearly at address, making it so easy to get that immediate visual cue as you put the club behind the ball. It pairs really well with the white face, helping to the frame the ball in the centre.
During the stroke you can see the Twin Track, helping to encourage a consistent, straight stroke.
The standard head fits into the mid-mallet category, with a similar size and shape to the Spider putter, whilst the centre-shafted Max S2S is a little bit larger and has a slightly heavier head.
This is counterbalanced by the thicker grip, which seemed to have more preset shaft lean than most zero torque putters, with a really wide grip, and to be honest I found this a little tricky to get used to.
The Max head also only features alignment up to the point where the shaft intersects, but I actually quite liked this look as it’s a more concise, focused design.
Feel
As Odyssey did promise, there is a slightly firmer feel off the face than we’ve come to expect from their inserts, and if I was comparing it directly to the Pure Roll insert in TaylorMade’s Spider putters, it’s definitely a firmer feel and more clicky sound.
However it still gave the impression of a really consistent roll at impact, and this is something that I saw both on the putting green and on the course. The ball really seems to hug the turf, and you can almost feel this as the ball leaves the face.
Both putters also offered plenty of stability at the strike too – even when I did mis-hit it slightly, I felt like the distance control was still impressive which adds a lot of confidence.
If I was being critical, I’d say that the firmer feel won’t suit everyone, and it almost reminded me of a milled face rather than the usual cushioned blow when you strike a putter with an insert.
The S2S Max, as you’d expect, feels incredibly stable, and it’s actually quite difficult to get the head to twist during the stroke. If you struggle with short putts in particular, I can see this being a huge asset because it combines perfectly with the preset shaft lean to keep the hands quiet.
Performance
After spending some time testing both putters on the putting green, I then headed out to the golf course to see if ‘trusting the TRTL’, as Odyssey’s strap line says, could really lead to fewer putts.
The main advantage that I found throughout my round, was the quality of the roll and the distance control. Testing out in Florida on grainy greens, even mis-hit putts seemed to perform well which meant that I gained confidence even on longer putts that I was going to get it closer to the hole.
When you get to the shorter putts, the added stability really starts to kick in. The alignment makes it really easy to start the ball on the right line, and it does feel like the face is trying to stay nice and square through the stroke.
The S2S Max did take a bit of getting used to, but the more I putted with it, the more I liked it. My main issue was on the mid-length putts, as I struggled a little bit to marry up both the line and the pace. The putter actually felt lighter than I expected, and this coupled with the firm face meant that I did hit a few putts through the break.
Verdict
The TRTL putters are an excellent addition to Odyssey’s collection. From my time at the launch I got the impression that it’s the most excited the brand have been about a new putter for quite some time, and it’s easy to see why.
The putters tick pretty much every box. They look great, feel really solid, offer fantastic stability, and the overall story and branding is going to capture people’s attention too.
From my testing, I preferred the standard TRTL putter. It gave me a bit more feel, and the preset shaft lean in the grip for the S2S Max was just a bit too much for me.
With an RRP of £299 I think these are fantastic value for money, and I’d expect to see more and more of them appearing both on Tour and among amateur golfers in the next twelve months.
They’ve given the TaylorMade Spider a pretty hefty head start. Can they catch up? Only time will tell…
Would I Use It?
I would be tempted to use the standard TRTL putter, although the S2S Max was probably a little too much for me. However the slightly firmer feel might take a little bit of getting used to.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Odyssey TRTL putter released and how much does it cost?
The TRTL is available to pre-order now and arrives in stores on 6th November. The TRTL Crank Hosel, Double Bend and S Neck models have an RRP of £299, while the TRTL Max Square 2 Square costs £329.
What is the Ai-Star insert?
Ai-Star is a new dual-layer insert, with an aluminium inner layer and a firmer urethane layer on the striking surface. Odyssey says it was designed using artificial intelligence, and it’s said to deliver consistent ball speed across the face. It works alongside a new Forward Roll Design groove, which is deeper with a 19° slope and should improve forward roll both up and down the face.
What’s the difference between the TRTL and the TRTL Max S2S?
The standard TRTL is a mid-mallet available with Crank Hosel, Double Bend and S Neck options. The Max is a larger, centre-shafted head with Odyssey’s Square 2 Square zero-torque design, built for maximum MOI and to minimise face rotation. In our testing it felt incredibly stable, but it also has a slightly heavier head, a thicker grip with more preset shaft lean than most zero-torque putters, and alignment only up to the shaft. We preferred the standard TRTL for the extra feel.
Does the TRTL feel firm?
Yes, it’s a little firmer than we’ve come to expect from Odyssey inserts. Compared with the Pure Roll insert in TaylorMade’s Spider putters, it’s firmer with a clickier sound, almost like a milled face. It still gave a really consistent roll, but that firmer feel won’t suit everyone.
Can you adjust the TRTL?
Yes. Four weights positioned in the corners of the head let you move the CG towards the front, rear, heel or toe and fine-tune the amount of toe hang. Odyssey describes it as unprecedented adjustability for one of its mallets, and additional weight kits are sold separately.
