Equipment
Ping Cadence TR Putters
What if you could improve the consistency of your putting stroke just by changing the weight of your putter head?
That question led to the creation of Ping’s Cadence TR putters, which use two different inserts to allow golfers to choose between a standard or heavier version of the line’s seven different putter models.
The standard putters have blue, aluminum inserts, while the heavier putters have black, steel inserts that are between 25 and 33 grams heavier depending on the putter model.
The idea came from what Ping calls the “average putting tempo,” a ratio of the amount of time it takes for golfers to make a backswing with their putter divided by the amount of time it takes them to make their forward swing, which is complete when the putter makes contact with the ball.
What Ping learned — with help from its iPing app, which has recorded the data of more than 7 million putts from golfers around the world — was that the ratio was mostly affected by golfers’ backswing times.
“Downswing times don’t change that much,” says Marty Jertson, Ping’s director of product development. “The variation tends to be in people’s backswing times.”
According to Jertson, the average putting tempo is between 1.8 and 2.2, which accounts for roughly 35 percent of golfers.
Golfers on the lower end of the average or lower, which are usually those with quicker backstrokes, will likely putt better with lighter putters. Golfers on the higher end of the average or higher, which are usually those with slower backstrokes, will likely putt better with heavier putters – maybe even a counterbalanced putter.
On the fence between a standard, heavy or counterbalanced putter? Heavier putters tend to help golfers make more short putts, while lighter putters tend to improve distance control on longer putts, Jertson said.
The Cadence TR putters also have Ping’s next-generation True Roll (TR) insert, which has variable width, variable depth grooves that improve energy transfer on putts hit across the putter face. That helps putts hit on the heel and toe of the putters roll close to the same distance as putts hit on the sweet spot.
The line includes three new models: a blade called the Anser W, a mallet called the Rustler and a mid-mallet, center-shafted putter called the Tomcat C. Learn more about those models, as well as the Anser 2, Anser 2 CB, B65 and Ketch putters below.
The putters are currently available for pre-order and will be in stores in mid-February. Adjustable-length models carry a $35 upcharge.
Click here to see what GolfWRX Members are saying about the Cadence TR putters in our forum.
Anser 2 ($185)
- Head Weight: 340 grams (blue), 365 grams (black)
- Stroke Type: Slight Arc
*The Anser 2 is also available in a counterbalanced, or CB model ($235). It has a head weight of 400 grams (blue), a length of 38 inches and has a 50-gram counterweight in its 17-inch grip. The stroke type is Slight Arc.
Anser 2 W ($185)
- Head Weight: 350 grams (blue), 375 grams (black)
- Stroke Type: Slight Arc
B65 ($185)
- Head Weight: 340 grams (blue), 365 grams (black)
- Stroke Type: Straight
Ketsch ($245)
The Ketsch has a milled face, not an insert. The putter’s head weight is adjusted with a 17-4 stainless steel sole weight.
- Head Weight: 355 grams, 388 grams
- Stroke Type: Straight, Slight Arc or Strong Arc (achieved with different shaft bends)
Rustler ($215)
- Head Weight: 350 grams (blue), 383 grams (black)
- Stroke Type: Straight, Slight Arc or Strong Arc (achieved with different shaft bends)
Shea H ($185)
- Head Weight: 345 grams (blue), 378 grams (black)
- Stroke Type: Strong Arc
Tomcat C ($185)
- Head Weight: 355 grams (blue), 380 grams (black)
- Stroke Type: Straight
Click here to see what GolfWRX Members are saying about the Cadence TR putters in our forum.
Equipment
Tour Edge unveils all-new Exotics mini driver
Tour Edge Golf has today introduced the all-new Exotics mini driver, engineered to deliver a powerful combination of speed, control, and versatility in the long game.
The Exotics Mini combines a titanium face with a stainless-steel body in design to balance ball speed with stability and control, creating a versatile option at the top end of the bag.

At the core of the design is Tour Edge’s proprietary Combo Brazing technology, a high-precision thermal bonding process that seamlessly fuses a titanium cup face to a stainless-steel body into a single, continuous structure. By eliminating energy loss found in traditional multi-piece constructions, Combo Brazing is designed to deliver faster face response, more efficient energy transfer, and a uniquely powerful yet controlled feel.

The multi-material construction also allows mass to be positioned lower and deeper in the head in a bid to increase stability, while the thin titanium face is engineered to maintain ball speed across a wider impact area.

“While the initial goal was to enhance control and versatility in the long game, Combo Brazing ultimately drove measurable gains in ball speed and distance within the mini driver category. In robot testing, we’ve documented higher ball speeds, higher launch, reduced spin, and increased carry and total distance compared to leading models.” – Vice President of R&D Matt Neeley

In addition to distance performance, the Exotics mini emphasizes forgiveness through a heavier stainless-steel body that shifts mass toward the perimeter. This configuration increases MOI relative to traditional all-titanium mini drivers, helping preserve ball speed and directional stability on off-center strikes. Paired with Pyramid Face Technology from the Exotics metalwood line, the design is intended to support consistent speed across the face.

To further enhance MOI, a lightweight carbon fiber crown frees additional mass that is strategically repositioned low and deep in the head in design to improve stability and promote optimal launch with controlled spin.

“We designed the Mini to be about five millimeters shallower than other mini drivers on the market. That change improves playability off the deck. From a clean fairway lie, it can function as a strong 3-wood alternative while still providing control off the tee.” – Tour Edge CEO David Glod
An adjustable hosel system allows for loft and lie tuning to dial in trajectory and shot shape, while a fixed 13-gram rear weight helps stabilize the head through impact to improve dispersion consistency. The Exotics Mini Driver is available in 11.5 and 13.5-degree lofts in right-handed models.

Pricing & Availability
The Exotics Mini Driver is available for pre-order beginning today for $399.99 USD at touredge.com, and will be available for purchase at retail outlets worldwide on May 22, 2026.
Equipment
Srixon ZXi combo or TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo? – GolfWRXers discuss
In our forums, our members have been pitting a Srixon ZXi combo against a TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo. WRXer ‘edutch22’ is on the hunt for a new set of irons and kicks off the thread saying:
“Looking at picking up a new set of irons and think I’ve narrowed it down to Srixon ZXi combo or Taylormade P7CB/770 combo. I am currently a 5 cap and allbeit I feel irons are my weakness. My miss is a little to the toe side. I am decently steep at 4-5 down. Always thought I am high spin but recently on trackman my 7 was spinning at 5800 roughly.
My question or looking for thoughts on which one would benefit me more from a forgiveness standpoint? Or is there another iron is should be looking at entirely? I only get to play about once or twice a week, if I am not playing a 2-3 day event. Thanks in advance.”
And our members have been sharing their thoughts and suggestions in response.
Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.
- manima1: “You just can’t go wrong with Srixon ZXi7.”
- MattM97: “You have to hit them to know, the V-Sole on the Srixon can be make or break for many.”
- dmeeksDC: “P7CB is more forgiving for me than ZXi7 because my main miss is low middle and the P7CB still flies and spins great on that miss. These are both really nice irons but I like the P7CB more than the Zxi7 and the P770 (or P790) more than the Zxi5. The Srixons are larger so if that gives you confidence that is the way to go. I don’t feel like I get any benefit from the V-sole and the P7CBs live up to their high Maltby forgiveness rating so the TaylorMades have been great for me.”
Entire Thread: “Srixon ZXi combo or TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo? – GolfWRXers discuss”
Equipment
From the GolfWRX Classifieds: 2024 Wilson Staff CB/Blade combo
At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals who all experience and express our enjoyment of the game in many ways.
It’s that sense of community that drives day-to-day interactions in the forums on topics that range from best driver to what marker you use to mark your ball. It even allows us to share another thing we all love – buying and selling equipment.
Currently, in our GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, @pianoman0123 has a 2024 Wilson Staff CB/Blade combo up for grabs.

From the listing: “2024 Wilson Staff CB/Blade Combo. 4-8 irons are CB’s and the 9,PW are Blades. 5-PW have Project X 6.0 Shafts and the 4 Iron has a Steelfiber CW110 Stiff Shaft. Standard Length, Lie and Lofts. These are in very good condition the shafts just don’t work for me. Like new Lamkin Grips on the 5-PW and a stock Golf Pride on the 4 Iron. $525 OBO.”
To check out the full listing in our BST forum, head through the link. If you are curious about the rules to participate in the BST Forum, you can learn more here: GolfWRX BST Rules
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gary u
Jun 5, 2015 at 11:51 am
I bought the Rustler for alignment purposes – sight line is great. The heavy version helps with putts inside 8-10′ since I am more a pendulum style putter. Basically I can take it back and then the heavy head starts back down the same line – otherwise let it swing “itself” toward the ball. On longer putts, took some practice but definitely improved my putting from inside 10′.
CT
Jan 12, 2015 at 1:36 pm
I struggle to perceive how the normally weighted Cadence TR is different from the Scottsdale TR
Marklar
Jan 12, 2015 at 12:49 pm
WHAT?!?! NO CB model on for the Ketsch?
Ben
Jan 12, 2015 at 12:07 pm
No Zing or Anser 4 style is really disappointing.
Jay
Jan 12, 2015 at 11:41 am
I’m a little disappointed with this release. I really like the TR tech, but this looks like the Scottsdale TR with a heavier head. Also, not a fan of the blue insert.
Vytas Tarulis
Jan 12, 2015 at 11:26 am
What about the Tomcat C?
Zak Kozuchowski
Jan 12, 2015 at 11:30 am
Photos added
Curt
Jan 12, 2015 at 11:26 am
I have been waiting for OEM’s to do this for quite some time. Using a whole roll of lead tape gets old………………..
Jimmy s
Jan 12, 2015 at 11:17 am
Thats the updates ketch cant wait to try that one and the anser w i love my ” defective groove ” ketch now cant believe it could be made better.