Equipment
Bettinardi unveils new 2021 Studio Stock, Queen B and Inovai putters
Bettinardi Golf has introduced their all-new production putter lines, the 2021-22 StudioStock, Queen B series, and Inovai 7.0, which are available to pre-order on Bettinardi.com today.
The new additions from the company have been inspired, and refined directly from Tour feedback, and feature a variety of face milling technologies, including Bettinardi’s latest Roll Control Face which is featured on the 2021 Studio Stock series.
‘Performance-driven’ – Stock Studio Series
The 2021 Studio Stock series adds 7 putters, starting with the Studio Stock 17 with the first-ever soft Tri-sole design in a production lineup, as well as the Studio Stock 18 blade. From a high toe topline on the SS17 to a low profile body on the 18, both models incorporate Tour features designed for golfers of every profile.
The studio stock series putters feature the brand’s all-new Roll Control Face. With the Roll Control Face, milling was scientifically engineered with an asymmetrical design groove profile that bids to promote more topspin at impact, while shortening the distance the ball takes to get into a pure roll with each putt.
Speaking on the new Roll Control Face, Head of Product Dan Debartolo said
“We are confident in the development of the new Roll Control Face after significant testing and R&D. The numbers speak for themselves; this face really shows the highest consistency and feel of a true roll at every putt.”
Precision milled from 303 stainless steel; the line also reintroduces the SS7 compact half-moon mallet (available in LH) and the multi Tour-winning SS28 (available in a traditional Spud Neck, Center Shaft, and Armlock option).
‘Elegant, Tour-Proven’ – Queen B Series
The redesigned 2021 Queen B series continues with the return of the multi-Tour winning Queen B 6 wide-body blade. The upgraded series also features two completely new models, the Queen B 11, a compact mallet with the signature Bettinardi crescent neck, and the Queen B 12, a fresh look on a traditional-style blade.
Each Queen B putter was precision-milled from a single block of Soft Carbon Steel to 362 grams and has been completed in a durable Rose Gold PVD finish.
Speaking on the redesigned 2021 Queen B series, Founder Robert Bettinardi said
“It’s the ultimate in both performance and aesthetic charm. Our new Rose Gold finish is absolutely beautiful, and makes the line an unmatched work of art.
The timeless look and feel of our new models channel the successful PGA and LPGA Tour-winning history of this series, and reflects Bettinardi’s ability to combine tradition with innovation.”
The Queen B series features newly-softened edges and sleeker enhancements designed to provide optimized visuals at address. Additionally the series also includes Micro Honeycomb Face Milling on each model, which is designed for players who are conscious of speed and prefer a firm, responsive feel at impact.
‘High MOI’ – INOVAI 7.0
The Inovai 7.0 is added alongside the Inovai 6.0 to extend the series to provide what the company calls ‘MOI with feel’. The Inovai 7.0 is the highest MOI putter ever produced by Bettinardi, 30 percent higher than the 2003 U.S. Open model it was inspired by.
Precision-milled from 303 Stainless Steel and 6061 Military-Grade Aluminum, the bi-metal technology is designed to optimize weight distribution with more mass in the rear of the putter in a bid to provide maximum forgiveness and stability.
The 7.0 is offered in three unique neck options, including spud, slant and center shaft, and each putter comes with Bettinardi’s softest-feeling face milling, the F.I.T. (Feel Impact Technology) Face.
“It’s rare that a company gets an opportunity to tap into the heritage of a Major-winning putter, and bring it into the new decade. While the 7.0 is inspired from past success, the model is completely upgraded with our new bi-metal technology, combining Bettinardi’s values of heritage and innovation to offer confidence-inspiring looks with modern performance benefits.” – Sam Bettinardi
Availability
The 2021-22 StudioStock, Queen B series, and Inovai 7.0 are all available to pre-order today from Bettinardi.com and will be shipped domestically in January, and worldwide in February 2021.
However, the first opportunity to purchase 2021 product line models will take place on Bettinardi’s special-edition Black Friday Hive release online set for November 27th at 10 a.m. CDT. All new models will be available in a special True Black PVD finish with a matching series black headcover, and black Bettinardi Lamkin SINK fit grip.
Cameron Young’s WITB from his win at the 2025 Wyndham Championship. Cameron is a Titleist staff player but his bag is definitely filled with some unique clubs. Here are the clubs he used to secure his first PGA Tour win!
Driver: Titleist GT2 (9 degrees, A1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Tensei 1K Pro Orange 70 TX
3-wood: Titleist GT3 (15 degrees)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Tensei 1K White 80 TX
Hybrid: Titleist GT2 (21 degrees)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus HB Black VeloCore+ 10 X
Irons: Titleist T200 (4), Titleist T100 (5), Titleist 631.CY Prototype (6-9)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold X7 (4-9)
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10 (48-10F, 52-12F, 56-14F @57), WedgeWorks (60-K* @62)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold X7
Putter: Scotty Cameron Phantom 9.5 Tour Prototype
Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet Cord
Ball: Titleist Pro V1x Prototype
- Peter Malnati what’s in the bag accurate as of the Wyndham Championship. More photos from the event here.
Driver: Titleist GT3 (10 degrees, C2 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Project X Denali Blue 60 TX
3-wood: Titleist GT3 (15 degrees, A1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus TR Blue 7 X
7-wood: Titleist GT2 (21 degrees, D1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus TR Blue 8 X
Irons: Titleist T150 (4, 5), Titleist T100 (6-9)
Shafts: True Temper AMT Tour White X100
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10 (48-10F @47, 52-12F, 56-08M @57, 60-04T @62)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400
Putter: Scotty Cameron Studio Style Fastback 1.5 Tour Prototype
Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet
Ball: Titleist Pro V1x Yellow
We’re proud to once again partner with 2nd Swing Golf to bring you GolfWRX Members Choice 2025! 2nd Swing has more than 150,000 new and pre-swung golf clubs available in six store locations and online. Check them out here.
What is the best driver in 2025? At GolfWRX, we take great pride in our online community and the cumulative knowledge and experience of our members. When it comes to the best driver of 2025, we want to know what our forum faithful think.
Since our founding in 2005, the bedrock of GolfWRX.com has been the community of passionate and knowledgeable golfers in our forums, and we put endless trust in the opinions of our GolfWRX members — the most knowledgeable community of golfers on the internet. No other group of golfers in the world tests golf clubs as frequently or as extensively, nor is armed with such in-depth information about the latest technology.
Below are the results of GolfWRX member voting for the 2025 best driver, along with the vote percentage for each club.
Best driver of 2025: The top 5
5. Callaway Elyte Triple Diamond: 6.02%
Callaway’s pitch: “For golfers looking for a fast, forgiving, yet workable driver, the Elyte Triple Diamond features a tour-inspired shape and is the preferred model by most Callaway tour players.”
You can read what other golfers are saying about the driver in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop the Callaway Elyte Triple Diamond here.
4. Ping G440 Max: 6.86%
Ping’s pitch: “The most forgiving G440 model, MAX has a hotter face to generate speed and distance, and a lighter overall system weight with a longer shaft (46″) for faster clubhead speed, higher launch and longer carries. The Free Hosel and Carbonfly Wrap crown save weight to create our lowest CG ever and increase forgiveness while contributing to a more muted, pleasing sound.”
You can read what other golfers are saying about the driver in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop the Ping G440 Max here.
3. Ping G440 LST: 9.53%
Ping’s pitch: “LST is an especially good fit for faster swings, offering less spin and more control with a penetrating trajectory. A hotter face, lighter overall system weight and longer shaft (46″) deliver more speed and distance while maintaining tight dispersion.”
@phizzy30: “Not a fan of Ping drivers in general, but 440 LST takes the cake. It’s super forgiving across the face for a low spin head, looks and sounds good and the ability to make it play neutral or slightly fade biased through the hosel settings is very appealing.”
You can read what other golfers are saying about the driver in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop the Ping G440 LST here.
2. Titleist GT3: 16.55%
Titleist’s pitch: “The GT3 Driver offers Titleist’s boldest combination of power and personalization through adjustable performance. Dial in the CG Track to your frequent contact location to make your biggest drives even bigger while taking total control over flight and shaping.”
@mrmikeac: “I’ve been Anti-Titleist for years and years and years (outside of Vokey, of course). With that being said, HOLY BEGEEZUS the GT3 driver is an absolute NUCLEAR MONSTER! This thing blew my G430 10K Max out of the water in every single category. Forgiveness is the biggest thing that stands out of me, the 3 model has always been one of the less forgiving models in the past but this GT3 can take bad shot after bad shot and still end up in the fairway, I think a ton of that has to do with the adjustability, it’s actually effective. Feel and sound is perfect, that solid crack is so addicting to hear and when you hit it out the screws this thing can absolutely bomb it. Titleist, I’m sorry for doubting you. You have converted me.”
You can read what other golfers are saying about the driver in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop the Titleist GT3 here.
1. Titleist GT2: 22.91%
Titleist’s pitch: “Delivering impressive distance from any impact point, the Titleist GT2 Driver extracts maximum performance through a forgiving design. Get the stability and added confidence of a high-MOI driver without sacrificing speed.”
@DTorres: “The Titleist GT2 has proven to be the best driver of the year. Packaged in a classic profile, GT2 perfectly balances performance and forgiveness while consistently being a high performer across all categories.”
You can read what other golfers are saying about the driver in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop the Titleist GT2 here.
Other drivers receiving >2% of the vote
| Driver | Vote percentage (%) |
|---|---|
| Cobra DS Adapt Max K | 4.85% |
| Ping G430 Max 10K | 3.85% |
| Callaway Elyte Triple Diamond | 3.68% |
| TaylorMade Qi35 | 3.51% |
| Callaway Elyte | 3.18% |
| Cobra DS Adapt X | 2.34% |
| Cobra DS Adapt LS | 2.17% |
| TaylorMade Qi35 LS | 2.17% |
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Paul Runyan
Nov 19, 2020 at 5:35 pm
Think you can order the SS28 with a slant neck from their custom shop.
That’s what I’m going to do!
BB
Nov 19, 2020 at 11:43 am
The 2021 Studio Stock line with the new grooves looks awesome. The only thing missing IMO is an SS28 model with a mid-slantneck.